16.4 Km 15288 2021-09-24
16, Sinheung 2-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-639-2973
The Sokcho Museum is a cultural experience center where visitors can learn about and experience Sokcho’s history, culture, and natural environment, covering from prehistoric times to modern times. It displays artifacts related to regional tradition and culture, the fishing village culture, and the culture of the displaced people who took refuge during the Korean War.
The museum is divided into four sections: Exhibition Hall 1, which introduces Sokcho’s natural environment and cultural characteristics; Exhibition Hall 2, displaying the aspects of a fishing village and life of the Korean War refugees; Exhibition Hall 3, which provides diverse cultural experiences for children; and the Balhae History Hall with materials and artifacts related to the ancient Balhae Kingdom. The museum also has a reproduction of Cheongho-dong Alley, where the Korean War refugees from North Korea settled adn lived, and Sokcho Station building that was demolished in 1978.
16.4 Km 26866 2023-09-11
Nammun-ri, Yangyang-eup, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-671-3803
Yangyang Songi Festival takes place annually during the harvest season for Yangyang’s famed specialty, pine mushrooms. Visitors can purchase these mushrooms as well as mushrooms and other specialty products grown throughout the country.
16.5 Km 28972 2021-07-29
91, Manhae-ro, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-462-2303
Manhae Village was established as a training center and memorial hall for national activist Monk Manhae Han Yongun, revered for his literary and philosophical inspiration, as well as his devotion to the nation and Korean people during the Democracy Movement.
16.5 Km 20033 2024-02-28
55-20 Namdaecheon-ro, Yangyang-eup, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
033-672-3145
Located in Yangyang, the restaurant specializes in pine mushroom dishes. Their signature dish is songibeoseot jeongol (pine mushroom hot pot). Additionally, songi chadolbagi jeongsik (pine mushroom and beef brisket set menu), songibeoseot gui (grilled pine mushrooms), and songi deungsim shabu shabu (pine mushroom and sirloin shabu-shabu) are popular choices among patrons. It is the perfect spot to savor a delicious meal featuring fresh and aromatic pine mushrooms, all while surrounded by the pristine nature of Yangyang.
16.8 Km 8738 2022-08-12
1111, Misiryeong-ro 2983beon-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-630-5511
Seorak Plaza Country Club is located in the beautiful environment of Sokcho on Korea's eastern coast. The Mountain View Course showcases Seoraksan National Park, while the Sunrise View Course overlooks the East Sea.
16.8 Km 84727 2024-02-28
111 Misiryeong-ro 2983beon-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-630-5800
Hanhwa Resort Seorak Waterpia is a theme park where visitors can enjoy both hot spring baths and water parks. Using natural hot spring water, Seorak Waterpia is divided into a spa zone and a water zone. Its main facilities include indoor saunas, swimming pools, and a rooftop spa, with the outdoor sauna being the most popular. The park is open all year round and offers a variety of attractions.
16.8 Km 36519 2021-04-29
111, Misiryeong-ro 2983beon-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-630-5500
Hanwha Resort Seorak features breathtaking views of Seoraksan Mountain and the East Sea. Guests can relax at the spa or enjoy playing a round of golf.
16.9 Km 44281 2024-04-02
801 Seorak-ro, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
Seoraksan Mountain, the highest amid the Taebaek Mountain Range, boasts beautiful landscape and scenery all year round. To the east of Hangyeryeong and Misiryeong Passes is classified as the outer section ("Oeseorak"), to the west is the inner section ("Naeseorak"); and to the south of Hangyeryeong Pass as the southern section ("Namseorak").
The southern section is famous for its mineral water, hot springs, and waterfalls including Yongsopokpo, Sibipokpo, and Yeosinpokpo Falls. Jeongbongsan Mountain (1,424.2 meters) is also included in the area. There are also several different hiking courses varying in distance and duration.
17.0 Km 9456 2021-02-24
Sibiseonnyeotang-gil, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-462-2554
Sibiseonnyeotang Valley (Valley of the Twelve Angels’ Bath) is a beautiful valley filled with water flowing through a cascade of waterfalls and pools. In the past, there were 12 of each, although the size and shape has changed over time. The valley also features many uniquely shaped rocks and a forest comprised of many types of trees, including maple, pine nut, and pine trees. The path passing through the V-shaped valley crosses the stream often, so visiting after heavy rainfall is not recommended.
17.1 Km 98 2021-03-27
3347, Donghae-daero, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-673-3737
This hotel with a wonderful view is located near Jeongam Beach, Yangyang. This ivory hotel’s claim to fame is, naturally, its ocean view, the emerald colors of the East Sea stretching to the horizon just outside the window. There are two types of views, the ocean and the mountain, and the former tends to be more popular among the two.
All rooms are equipped with beds, whose white beddings blend in remarkably well with monotone walls. There are seven types of rooms, according to their size, their view, and bed arrangements. Guests can choose between the Standard Double, ideal for two, to Royal Suite for 4, Premier Suite, and Family Suite, depending on their traveling arrangements. Premier and Family Suites are in particular comfortably furnished with a wide living room.
First Floor Restaurant, located in the rooftop lounge on the 7th floor, is the other draw of the hotel. Its meals are served with an expansive and unobstructed view of the East Sea. The restaurant offers breakfast in the morning, and a pub serving food from the grill and beer in the evening. The hotel is located near Yangyang and Sokcho’s famous sights, such as Naksansa Temple, Naksan Beach, and Daepohang Port.