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Jiho Hanbang Samgyetang (지호한방삼계탕)

6.6Km    2024-03-15

83-9 Jeongwon-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-7642-2446

Jiho Hanbang Samgyetang restaurant specializes in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), one of the most popular healthy foods in Korea. Their signature dish, Geongang hangbang samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup with medicinal herb), is a richly flavored soup that includes a variety of herbs, tender chicken, and sweet rice. The restaurant also offers ginseng wine and herbal tea with each order.

Gyeongpo Provincial Park (경포도립공원)

8.3Km    2021-08-18

San 284-1, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-4537

Gyeongpo Provincial Park was officially opened on June 26, 1982. It houses many cultural assets and memorial sites centered around Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Gyeongpoho Lake, and Gyeongpo Beach. One of the eight scenic spots in Gwandong (old name of Gangwon-do), Gyeongpodae is famous for viewing the moon, as well as fishing at Gyeongpoho Lake. However, fishing is now prohibited due to the lake being designated as a natural protection area.

Gyeongpo Beach is thought to be the best beach on the East Coast. The crystal waters of Gyeongpo Beach, elegant Gyeongpoho Lake, Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Banghae Pavilion, Hohae Pavilion, Gyeongho Pavilion, and Gyeongyangsa Temple make Gyeongpo Provincial Park a great vacation attraction year round. Known as one of the most scenic locations in Gangwon-do, visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring, swimming in the summer, and deep-sea fishing and walking on the beach in the winter.

Sacheon Beach (사천해변(사천해수욕장))

8.6Km    2022-12-26

San 282-1, Sacheonjin-ri, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-5422

Nestled between Gyeongpodae Beach and Yeongok Beach, Sacheon Beach is a clean and quiet beach covering an area of 18,000 ㎡ over a length of 300 meters. The beach opened on July 1, 1975; due to its close location to Gyeongpo Provincial Park, many vacationers choose to come here during the holidays. A thick pine forest spreads out against the beach, and the fine white sand and shallow waters make this area an ideal place for rest and relaxation.

Jeongdongjin Sunrise Festival (정동진 해맞이 축제)

8.8Km    2025-11-25

Jeongdongjin2-ri, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-5135

Many people come to celebrate a fresh start at the Jeongdongjin Sunrise Festival on the eve of one year and the first day of the New Year at Sandglass Park. The sandglass at the park has a diameter of 8.06 meters, a x_width of 3.2 meters, a weight of 40 tons, and holds 8 tons of sand, making it one of the biggest sandglasses in the world. It takes a whole year for sand to trickle to the bottom and then the sandglass restarts again on New Year’s Day each year at midnight.

Festival events include a fireworks display, the turning of the sandglass to start another year, and performances by various artists.

Sacheonjin Port (사천진항)

9.2Km    2025-10-28

68-23 Jillihaebyeon-gil, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Jung-dong castle (정동캐슬)

9.3Km    2024-12-19

1455 , Yulgok-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-3422

The Jeongdong Castle stands above Jeongdongjin beach, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, and its rooms have a beautiful view of the sunrise over the East Sea. From the hotel it’s possible see the coastline all the way from Jeongdongjin to the Sun Cruise resort 4 kilometres away. A spacious barbecue area near the beach is available for residents’ parties; while nearby attractions include Haslla Art World, Gangneung Pine Hyang Arboretum, and Deungmyeong Beach.

Haslla Art World (하슬라아트월드)

9.4Km    2025-10-23

1441 Yulgok-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-9411

Haslla Art World is an art space that harmonizes nature, people and art. The Sculpture Garden, approximately 27 acres in size, offers various themed gardens and structures. The Contemporary Gallery has approximately 200 contemporary artworks, while the Pinocchio & Marionette Gallery has various artworks from all over Europe. Haslla Art World offers exhibitions and performances throughout the year, providing visitors with a special experience every time they visit.

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This was the place where Ye-ri tried to get rid of her memories with her past partner. As one of the spots selected by CNN, Haslla Art World is a popular tourist site where you can enjoy works of art and take great pictures with nature. At the outdoor exhibition area, you can look out to the sea like Ye-ri and enjoy the view of the open sea.

Chonpines Ocean Suite Hotel (컨피네스 오션 스위트 호텔)

9.4Km    2024-10-04

5 Jillihanggu 2-gil, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Chonpines Ocean Suite Hotel is a 4-star hotel that offers a relaxing environment for visitors. Opened in July 2022 as a family-friendly accommodation, the hotel offers rooms with separated living room and bedroom spaces, a balcony, and kitchen facilities. Additionally, the hotel has the highest rooftop infinity pool in Gangneung, as well as a BBQ zone and restaurant for convenient dining.

Hill (모텔힐)

9.4Km    2024-12-19

43-12 , Bangdong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-643-8985, +82-33-642-8985

Motel Hill in Gangneung, Gangwon-do, is a six-floor white-painted motel whose guest rooms offer views of the East Sea. A promenade leads from the accommodation to Sacheon Beach, so residents can contemplate the ocean while taking their morning walk. The motel is 10 minutes away from downtown Gangneung, and nearby tourist attractions incude Gyeongpo Beach, Jumunjin Beach, Ojukheon, and the Geumgang River. The motel parking lot is big enough for tour buses.

Sacheonjinhaebyeon Beach (Sacheon Dwitbul Beach)(사천진해변(사천뒷불해수욕장)

9.8Km    2025-01-16

111 Jillihaebyeon-gil, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Sacheonjinhaebyeon Beach is wide and shallow sand beach situated in Sacheonjin-ri, Gangneung-si. Spanning 800 meters in length and covering a land area of 16,000 square meters, it is conveniently located right next to Sacheon Port. This proximity allows for easy access to fresh fish, along with opportunities for fishing and yachting. Just a 10-minute car ride away from the Gyeongpodae Pavilion, the beach is also surrounded by numerous cafés along the seaside, making it an ideal spot for coffee enthusiasts.