29 attractions from downtown Sokcho to Goseong just to the north. Filter by category and area.
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Named for "the port where the sun rises bright over the East Sea," this port is famous for its sunrises. Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion and Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory are right next door, making it a great sunrise walk, and from mid-May to the end of the year, stalls serve squid caught that same day.
Sokcho's main fishing port to the south, where premium fish such as flatfish and yellowtail are landed. Developed as a tourist fishing port complex, it has raw fish centers, a fried seafood alley and a waterfront promenade.
A small port in northern Sokcho, great for boat fishing. In summer it hosts a barehanded squid-catching event that draws many families.
A port at Sokcho's southern end, on the road into Seoraksan, formerly called "Naemulchi." It pairs well with Seorak Sunrise Park right next door.
A scenic port with a unique shape divided into two harbors. Many people fish from the breakwater and coastal rocks, and its clear water has made it a popular photo spot.
A port whose name means "great ferry landing," it once thrived on pollack fishing. Many local specialties made with pollack can still be found here.
A relatively large fishing port among Goseong's harbors. The sea views are striking on both calm and rough days.
A port in the township seat at the northernmost end of Korea's east coast. A good stop on the way to the Unification Observatory.
One of Korea's signature mountain national parks, with valleys, waterfalls and striking rock formations. From the Sogongwon entrance, trails branch out to Sinheungsa Temple, Gwongeumseong Fortress, Ulsanbawi Rock, Biseondae and more.
Massive granite peaks lined up like a folding screen, with stairs leading to the summit. From the top you can see Daecheongbong, Outer Seorak, and the East Sea in the distance.
A peak rising to the south of the Sinheungsa Temple entrance. The walk is relatively easy, making it ideal for travelers who want to see Seorak's scenery in a short time.
Named for the beach roses that bloom in profusion along its shore, this is the largest natural lagoon on the east coast, about 16km around. The sea and the lake meet, separated only by a sandbar.
From a 4-story observation tower, you can look down on flocks of migratory birds flying into Songjiho Lake. It is a popular place for eco-learning with children.
An observatory on a 70 m hilltop at the northernmost end of Korea's east coast. On clear days, the foothills of Geumgangsan (Mt. Kumgang) and Haegeumgang appear close by. Entry procedures apply, so check the guidance before visiting.
The name refers to the broad rock shelf along the shore next to Dongmyeong Port and the pavilion that stands on it. Waves crashing against the rocks make for a refreshing view, and it is one of Sokcho's top sunrise spots.
A 74m observation tower on the shore of Cheongchoho Lake. It offers views of the lake, the city, Seoraksan and the sea all at once, and many festivals are held on the Expo plaza around it.
A seaside park in front of Seorak Port. Its Mermaid Lovers statue, honoring an unfulfilled love, draws many couples, and ceramics made from visitors' hand prints and sculptures are found throughout.
A temple inside Seoraksan's Sogongwon Park, home to many cultural heritage items including the three-story stone pagoda at the Hyangseongsa Temple site, Geungnakbojeon Hall and a wooden seated Amitabha Buddha triad.
An old temple said to have been built in the reign of King Beopheung of Silla (520), it was once a large temple overseeing several branch temples, including Sinheungsa and Baekdamsa on Seoraksan.
An octagonal-roofed pavilion atop dramatic cliffs where the Cheonggancheon Stream, flowing down from the valleys of Seoraksan, meets the sea. It has long been counted among the Eight Scenic Views of Gwandong.
A pavilion built atop a sheer coastal cliff on a pine-covered hill by the sea in Gyoam-ri. The scenery of rugged rocks and sea is beautiful.
One of the largest museums in northern Yeongdong, Gangwon. Exhibits show Sokcho's history and the culture of displaced North Korean families, and you can also visit the adjacent forest museum.
A national museum introducing Korea's mountaineering history, mountain culture and climbing records. A good stop on the way to Seoraksan.
A hands-on space promoting seasoned jeotgal (salted seafood), a Sokcho specialty. Make and taste jeotgal yourself and learn about traditional fermented food culture.
Shows life before and after the Korean War, the meaning of the armistice line, and the DMZ ecosystem preserved after long being untouched by people.
An exhibition hall that vividly conveys the horrors of war through the remains-excavation process, Korean War materials and records of UN participating countries.
A marine museum displaying some 40,000 items from about 1,500 species, including shells, crustaceans, coral and fossils. Pair it with a visit to Hwajinpo Lagoon.
A natural history museum displaying fossils from the Paleozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic eras and some 200 rare insects from around the world.
An art museum with an exhibition room dedicated to painter Lee Jung-seob, a good stop on the way over Jinburyeong Pass.
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