Mountia [Tax Refund Shop] (마운티아)

14.0Km 2024-04-22

92-1, Jungang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

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Pro [Tax Refund Shop] (프로스펙스)

14.0Km 2024-04-16

94, Jungang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

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Cho Won Resor tel / 초원리조텔

14.2Km 2025-03-31

19 , Cheongbong-ro 5-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-636-7169

Chowon Resortel stands at the entrance to Seoraksan National Park - surrounded by majestic peaks, pine-clad valleys and pure mountain air. Room rates are competitive, and the hotel is particularly popular with small group hikers. Guestrooms are either standard single rooms, condominium-style studios, or condominium apartments, and are always kept clean. Barbecue facilities can be hired. A short walk will take you to the Seoraksan Information Center. It’s 10 minutes on foot to Sinheungsa Temple, while the famous Heundeul Bawi (‘Swaying Rock’) is a 70 minute hike away.

Yeonggeumjeong (영금정)

14.5Km 2022-12-21

35, Dongmyeonghang-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-639-2689

Yeonggeumjeong refers to the area covering the shore by the Sokcho Lighthouse in Sokcho-si City. The name Yeonggeumjeong comes from a notion that the sound of waves hitting the rocks is comparable to the melody of geomungo (traditional stringed instrument with 6 strings). At the end of the 50m-long bridge built over a rocky peninsula is a pavilion offering a view of the East Sea.

Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone (척산온천지구)

14.7Km 2024-02-28

288 Gwangwang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-639-2901

Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone, located in Sokcho, is a village dedicated to hot spring tourism. Key attractions like Cheoksan Spa & Hotel, Cheoksan Hot Spring Bath, and Footbath Park have been sequentially built to shape the area as it is known today. It offers a unique expereince where visitors can soak in warm hot springs while viewing the snow-capped Seoraksan Mountain, expecially during the cold winter months. Situated just a 10-minute drive from Seoraksan Mountain, this village serves as an ideal relaxation spot after a day of hiking.

Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory (속초등대전망대)

14.7Km 2025-01-21

8-28 Yeonggeumjeong-ro 5-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

It is No. 1 of Sokcho’s Eight Sights. This white lighthouse creates a picturesque view along with the surrounding blue sea. Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory was originally just a lighthouse, but now, it is opened to the public and plays a role of an observatory. Walking up along the wooden deck trail among the bamboo grove leads you to the observatory, which offers an open view of the deep blue East Sea, the Cheongchoho Lake, which is home to migratory birds, and the magnificent scenery of Seoraksan Mountain. Viewed from the high tower, the East Sea unfolds its boundless ocean and sometimes it looks like a calm lake but can become an energetic ocean full of vitality. Built in 1957, Sokcho Lighthouse still lights up for ships at night. The bright light and sound of the beacon, which has been in service since the lighthouse’s establishment, can show the waterway to a boat, which is about 35 km away from the lighthouse. Right next to the observatory, Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion is situated.

Seoraksan National Park Visitor Center (설악산 탐방안내소)

15.0Km 2022-09-08

833, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-636-7700

Seoraksan National Park Visitor Center provides comprehensive information on the national park for visitors, and serves as a cultural center. Themed exhibits are presented throughout the building to promote environmental awareness about the park’s special ecology.

Sokcho Culture Center (속초문화회관)

15.0Km 2021-11-30

155, Beonyeong-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-639-2080

Sokcho Culture Center is a cultural facility located in Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do. The main building houses a grand theater with fully-equipped lighting and sound systems, and practice rooms. The annex building has a small conference room, exhibition chamber, cultural room and administration offices.

NewStart Seorak Resort [Korea Quality] / 뉴스타트설악리조트 [한국관광 품질인증]

15.1Km 2024-06-26

6 , Seoraksan-ro 836beon-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-637-2239

The New Start Seorak Resort is located at the entrance of Seoraksan National Park in Sokcho, Gangwon-do. The quiet scenery and red pine trees with their refreshing scent make this a good place for relaxation and healing. The two-storey hotel has a large parking lot, and pick-up can be arranged from Sokcho Bus Terminal. From the hotel, Seoraksan Mountain, Sokcho Beach, Naksansa Temple, Daepo Port, Dongmyeong Port, and Cheoksan Hot Springs can all be reached in 5 to 15 minutes by car.

Cheoksan Spatel ( (주)척산온천휴양촌)

15.2Km 2024-12-19

327, Gwangwang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

Opened in 1985, Cheoksan Spatel is a natural hot springs with strong alkaline water at 53℃, formed 4000 m below sea level. The water is said to be highly effective in the removal of impurities and treatment of skin conditions. Rooms available include both bedrooms and ondol (under-the-floor heating system) rooms. Each room has a small bath supplied with hot springs water in the bathroom. Guests are also offered a single-use ticket to the hot springs area.
There are plenty of onsite facilities as well, from the hot springs area with many different types of baths to ladies-only spa therapy at Spa Healing Center, walking paths through a pine grove, and an observation deck with a view of Seoraksan Mountain’s Ulsan Peak. Other attractions, such as Sokcho Museum, Seoraksan Botanical Garden, and Cheongchoho Recreation Area, is reachable by car in 10 min.

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