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Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

13.9Km    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. 

Jungang Garden (중앙가든)

Jungang Garden (중앙가든)

14.5Km    2021-03-25

19, Hyeonnaesijang-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-534-8803

It is a place where you can enjoy Korean BBQ. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled pork belly. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Samcheok Jungyeongmyo Royal Tomb (삼척 준경묘)

Samcheok Jungyeongmyo Royal Tomb (삼척 준경묘)

14.9Km    2020-04-02

333-360, Jungyeong-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3721

Jungyeongmyo Royal Tomb is the grave of the 5th great-grandfather of King Taejo of the Joseon dynasty. The grave as well as memorial monuments were built together with Yeonggyeongmyo, a grave for the 5th great-grandmother of King Taejo. Surrounded by a rich forest, it has a beautiful view. Every April 20th, an ancestral ritual is held by the Lee family (from Jeonju).

Maengbanghaebyeon Beach (맹방해변)

Maengbanghaebyeon Beach (맹방해변)

16.0Km    2025-01-16

228-239 Maengbanghaebyeon-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-3011

Maengbanghaebyeon Beach is located 7 kilometers from downtown Samcheok and was developed as a tourist attraction. During summer, there are various beach events such as the Myeongsasimni Race, bare-hand trout catching contest, and more. The area quickly became popular after featuring as a filming site for BTS' Butter album jacket.

Gangwon Comprehensive Museum (강원종합박물관)

Gangwon Comprehensive Museum (강원종합박물관)

16.1Km    2024-02-16

3016 Gangwonnambu-ro, Singi-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

Gangwon Comprehensive Museum boasts a collection of over 20,000 artifacts from various global cultures, encompassing fields like natural history, ceramics, metalwork, folklore, religion, woodwork, and stonework. Its mission is to collect and preserve these artifacts to enhance humanity's understanding of the environment they inhabit. The museum's building draws inspiration from historic East Asian architecture, adding to its cultural richness. Located in an inland area of Samcheok, the museum is about 25 kilometers from KTX Donghae Station, making it a 25-minute car journey away.

Deokbongsan  Coastal Eco-trail (덕봉산 해안생태탐방로)

Deokbongsan Coastal Eco-trail (덕봉산 해안생태탐방로)

16.5Km    2024-08-05

Deoksan-ri, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

The Deokbongsan Coastal Eco-trail allows visitors to see unique rock formations and coastal scenery. The trail features two courses: course A (317m) goes up to the summit of Deokbongsan Mountain, while course B (626m) is a circular course along the coast and base of the mountain. Each course offers its own breathtaking views, with rest areas located throughout.

Geumjinhaebyeon Beach (금진해변)

Geumjinhaebyeon Beach (금진해변)

17.0Km    2024-03-18

176-2 Geumjin-ri, Okgye-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Located to the south of Gangneung, Geumjinhaebyeon Beach stretches over 900 meters in length and covers an area of 63,000 square meters. It is known for its fine white sand beach and shallow waters with a gentle slope, making it a favorite spot for family visitors. Surfing enthusiasts can take advantage of surfing lessons offered at the beach. Additionally, while in the area, visitors can also explore the nearby Geumjin Hot Springs.

Yetpogu Hoejip (옛포구회집)

Yetpogu Hoejip (옛포구회집)

18.2Km    2021-03-25

437, Heonhwa-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-534-0070

It is a place where you can enjoy various types of sliced raw fish. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is assorted sliced raw fish.