A representative Joseon Dynasty house where Yulgok Yi I and Shin Saimdang were born, named for the black bamboo (Ojuk) surrounding the yard. As one of the oldest wooden buildings in Korea, you can experience Joseon's Confucian culture up close while touring Mongryongsil and Eojegak.
A representative national park in Korea, featuring the grand Ulsanbawi Rock, Heundeulbawi Rock, and seasonal landscapes that peak during the autumn foliage season. Designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the cable car allows families and the elderly to comfortably reach near the summit in just 10 minutes round trip.
A representative coffee spot in Gangneung where dozens of unique cafes line the East Sea coast. It evolved from a coffee vending machine alley into the current coffee street. The combination of a cup of coffee while listening to the waves and the beach promenade provides a special healing experience for premium travelers.
A unique village where refugees from the Korean War settled, preserving Hamgyong-do culture. It is famous for its Abai Sundae and Squid Sundae. The 'Gaetbae,' a traditional raft moved by passengers pulling a rope, is a representative photo spot that can be experienced for a low fee of 500 KRW one way.
Opened in 1953, this is Sokcho's representative traditional market where you can enjoy fresh seafood and street food like squid sundae and Dakgangjeong (sweet and spicy fried chicken) in one place. Famous shops like Manseok Dakgangjeong are gathered here, and the walking distance is short, allowing for a fulfilling experience even with a brief stop.
A complex cultural space and cafe renovated from a shipyard that actually built ships for 65 years starting from 1952. You can enjoy coffee on the outdoor terrace facing Cheongchoho Lake. The interior, which preserves traces of old industrial facilities, makes it a space with the most unique sensibility in Sokcho.
A representative sunrise spot in Korea featuring Jeongdongjin Station, which is listed in the Guinness World Records as the closest train station to the sea, and Hourglass Park. It is highly symbolic, attracting crowds to watch the sunrise on New Year's Day. Located in Gangneung, it is an East Coast course close to Anmok Beach.
A representative fishing port on the East Coast located at the northernmost part of Gangneung. Famous for the raw fish market alley where you can taste freshly caught squid and octopus at low prices. The breakwater, a filming location for the drama 'Goblin,' and Jumunjin Lighthouse are nearby, making it a 'photo-of-a-lifetime' spot. You can feel the local atmosphere by bargaining at the stalls along the harbor.
A lighthouse built in 1957 that is now open as an observatory. Climbing the wooden deck path through a bamboo forest offers a panoramic view of the East Sea, Cheongchoho Lake, and Seoraksan Mountain. Free binoculars are provided inside, and a walking path leads to the nearby Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion, making it popular for sunrise viewing.
Experience Confucian culture at Ojukheon, the Joseon-era house where Yulgok Yi I was born, enjoy lunch with freshly caught raw fish at Jumunjin Port at the northern tip of Gangneung, relax with coffee while listening to the waves, and explore the East Coast sunrise spot at Jeongdongjin Station, listed in the Guinness World Records.
Comfortably admire the grand scenery of Seoraksan via cable car, take the Gaetbae raft in Abai Village (filled with refugees' history), and enjoy street food at the fish market. After taking in the view of the East Sea and Seoraksan from the Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory, finish the day at an emotional cafe renovated from an old shipyard.