Donghae Port Crab King Festa (동해항 크랩킹 페스타)

2.3 Km 0 2024-04-15

Chuam-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-532-1945

The Donghae Port Crab King Festa takes place annually in April or May near Donghae's major tourist attraction of Chuam Beach. The festival celebrates the fresh crabs and king crab that are harvested near Russia and enter Korea through Donghae Port.

Samcheok Hoetjip (삼척횟집)

2.8 Km 28961 2024-02-16

125 Saecheonnyeondo-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
033-574-5240

Located near Samcheok Port, Samcheok Hoetjip is renowned for its excellent mul hoe (cold raw fish soup) and hoe (sliced raw fish). Mul hoe, particularly favored in summer for its cool and refreshing taste, is a highlight here. The seaside parking lot next to the restaurant houses the Isabu Sajabawi Rock. Additionally, Isabu Plaza and its Sky Deck are situated right beside it, offering a scenic walk opportunity to visitors.

Jukseoru Pavilion (삼척 죽서루)

2.9 Km 18736 2020-05-20

37, Jukseoru-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3670

Jukseoru Pavilion, estimated to have been built around 1266, is one of the eight major attractions of Gwandong District in middle eastern Korea collectively known as Gwandong Palgyeong (eight famous sites). Sitting on the edge of a cliff overlooking Osipcheon Stream, the pavilion incorporates the rocks on the cliff as cornerstones, with a five-girder paljak (ancient-style roof).

Then, there are 26 signboards hanging from the rafters of the pavilion. The signboards contain inscriptions of famous ancient scholars such as 'Jeilgyeongjeong' ('The best riverside pavilion'; 1662) by Heo Mok, 'Jukseoru' and 'Gwandong Jeilru' ('The best pavilion in Gwandong'; 1711) by Yi Seong-jo, and 'Haeseon Yuhui Jiso' ('The place that marine gods enjoy'; 1837) by Yi Gyu-heon. Others who have left their mark include King Sukjong (1674-1720), King Jeongjo (1776-1800) and Yulgok YiYi (1536-1584). Evidently, Jukseoru Pavilion has served as an inspiration since its establishment, and continues to inspire visitors today through the stunning view of its surrounding nature.

Samcheok Jeongwol Daeboreum Festival (삼척정월대보름제)

3.2 Km 7224 2024-02-07

45 Expo-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-571-3225

Samcheok Jeongwol Daeboreum Festival is a festival that blends gijuldarigi, Samcheok's local game of tug-of-war, with other traditional customs of Jeongwol Daeboreum, the first full moon of the Lunar Year. The festival aims to preserve and develop both national and regional customs and traditions as well as to promote the local economy and provide an opportunity to bring the community together.

Samcheok Culture & Art Center (삼척문화예술회관)

3.2 Km 16076 2021-07-02

45, Expo-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-1331

Samcheok Culture & Art Center is a cultural complex located in Seongnam-dong, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do. The center opened its doors to the public on June 4th, 1994 with facilities such as grand/small theaters, outdoor performance stages, exhibition halls and more.

Samcheok Port – Along Saecheonnyeon Coastal Road (삼척항 - 새천년도로변)

3.3 Km 10300 2014-10-16

Jeongna-dong Samcheok Port– Along Saecheonnyeon Road, Gyo-dong, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-573-4096,+82-33-575-1330

Leave your car behind and enjoy fishing along the seaside path that winds from the entrance of Samcheok Port to Saecheonnyeon Coastal Road.

Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market (북평민속오일장)

4.8 Km 31003 2021-07-22

Gumi-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-522-1141

The Bukpyeong Fifth-Day Market takes place in Donghae, and is the largest fifth-day market in Gangwon. The market takes place on days ending in a 3 or an 8. The market began in 1796, and has grown to its current large size. Over 800 vendors sell everything from seafood to clothing and household goods. The market is just 1 kilometer away from Donghaehang Port, providing vendors with the freshest fish. Other local produce available here include mushrooms, foods made with buckwheat, and son kalguksu (house-made noodle soup).

Hotel East [Korea Quality] / 호텔이스트 (현 애슈리모텔) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

6.9 Km 0 2020-12-24

5031-1, Donghae-daero, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Hotel East is a 2-star hotel located 10 mins from Donghae Port and Gamchu Beach by car. In addition, it is close to other famous tourist destinations such as Haesindang, Candlestick Rock, and Hwanseongul Cave, and is a great place for travelers who want cost-effectiveness with clean facilities and quiet surroundings at a reasonable price. The room consists of an ondol room, a standard room, a premium room, and a two-bed room. Ondol rooms are popular for its ample space and warm floors.

Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

7.7 Km 8011 2024-03-08

3916-112 Samcheok-ro, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village is where one can enjoy the scenic view of canola flowers, cherry blossoms, and the ocean all in one place. Located in Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok, this village was considered as a sacred land during the Goryeo dynasty. Now, it is a village that attracts a flock of visitors every April with beautiful canola flowers. The village also holds a canola flower festival every year to celebrate the beauty of canola flowers that bloom near the 4.2-kilometer stretch of cherry blossom road.

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