Gangneung Solhyang Arboretum (강릉 솔향수목원)

13.1Km 2023-12-06

156 Sumogwon-gil, Gujeong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Gangneung Solhyang Arboretum was built in 2008 and opened on October 30, 2013 in Gujeong-ri, Gujeong-myeon. The arboretum was formed around the scenic Yongsogol Valley and the foothills of Chilseongsan Mountain, which still preserves the prestigious Geumgang pine tree forest. The arboretum spreads across an area of 78.5 ha and is organized in 25 themes that boast a total of 220,000 plants of 1,127 different species. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of scenery that change with season as well as themed areas such as eco-forest path dense with a colony of ginger trees and bamboos, pine forest square, wildflower gardens and more. The main attraction of this arboretum is the walking path named "Breath of Thousand Years Healing Path."

Gangneung Boksakkot Village (강릉 복사꽃마을)

13.2Km 2025-01-17

527-3, Sillicheon-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-661-5208

Gangneung Boksakkot Village blooms with peach blossoms each spring. The village is criss-crossed by Hacheon and Sillicheon Streams, which can be crossed by log bridges built long ago by the residents. These precious log bridges are sometimes removed for protection during the rainy summer season, and then put back out when the stream level lowers.

Boksakkot Village provides a wonderful glimpse into the rural agricultural lifestyle of Korea. Visitors can pick their own fruit directly from the tree to enjoy right away, as well as make a scarecrow or spread green tea fertilizer around the trees to help them grow. The village is also the venue for an annual peach blossom festival in April, and a scarecrow festival in August.

BTS Bus Stop (주문진읍 BTS 앨범사진 촬영지 (버스정류장))

13.3Km 2024-08-05

Hyangho-ri, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

The BTS Bus Stop is located next to Jumunjinhaebyeon Beach in Gangneung and was created specially for album jacket filming. While the original bus stop was pulled down after filming, the popularity of BTS on an international scale led the city to reinstall the bus stop as a tourist attraction.

Hyanghohaebyeon Beach (향호해변)

13.4Km 2024-10-17

Hyangho-ri, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Hyanghohaebyeon Beach is a white sandy beach backed by pine forest complete with a campground. The beach is connected to Jumunjinhaebyeon Beach and has become a must-visit attraction in Gangneung after featuring on BTS' "Spring Day" album jacket. The bus stop was made for filming, but remains as a photo zone.

Daegwallyeong Museum (대관령박물관)

13.6Km 2021-07-22

1, Daegwallyeongyet-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-660-3830

Daegwallyeong Museum is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. It is housed in a building that resembles a dolmen, striking a balance with the surrounding landscape and earning it an Outstanding Architecture Award from the Construction Association of Korea and the Best Award from Gangwon-do.

The museum has six exhibition halls, including those that are named after the guardian gods that represent the four directions. Cheongnyongbang (Room of the Blue Dragon - East) is decorated in blue and displays celadon and traditional ceramics. Baekobang (Room of the White Tiger - West) is in white and exhibits Buddhist art and wooden dolls. Jujakbang (Room of the Red Vermillion - South) is in red and displays a bridal palanquin, folk paintings, and calligraphy. The black Hyeonmubang (Room of the Black Turtle - North) displays bronze relics. Also, there is the Togibang (Earthenware) showing Prehistoric era shacks and earthenware, and Uribang, exhibiting wooden furniture and folk craftwork. The outdoor space offers an exhibit of stone pagodas and statues as well as a thatched cottage and an operating water mill.

Samgyori Wonjo Dongchimi Makguksu (삼교리원조동치미막국수)

14.9Km 2021-03-25

760, Sillicheon-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-661-5396

It is a noodle dish made with buckwheat noodles and Dongchimi (radish water kimchi). The best menu at this restaurant is buckwheat noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Jung-dong castle (정동캐슬)

15.2Km 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 Museum Hotel (하슬라아트월드)

15.3Km 2021-08-03

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

Haslla Art World is a cultural park overlooking the East Sea. “Haslla” was the former name of the Gangneung area during the Goguryeo and Silla Periods. Made by the sculptor couple, Park Shinjung and Choi Okyung, the park is also home to Haslla Museum Hotel and Haslla Wedding Hall.

Full of works of art, Haslla Museum Hotel is decorated with meticulous details. In fact, the entire hotel looks like a piece of art from beautiful beds to chic restaurant. There is no mirror in the bathroom and there are no locks within rooms, aiding guests in focusing on the present. Every room overlooks the East Sea with elegant bathtubs.

Haslla Art World (하슬라아트월드)

15.3Km 2024-11-27

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.

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest (국립 대관령자연휴양림)

15.5Km 2022-06-20

133, Sampoam-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-641-9990

Daegwallyeong National Recreational Forest divides Gangwon Province from east to west and is known for its famous pine tree forests. It was designated as a suitable resting place to enjoy as it’s harmoniously situated in a valley surrounded by lush vegetation. Beautiful view of Gangneung and the East Sea can be seen day and night.

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