City Guide

Gangneung (강릉)

East coast beach city with coffee streets, pine trails, and sunrise viewpoints.

Tags: COASTAL, SCENIC, AESTHETIC, SLOW

3-4 Day Plan

  • - Day 1: Anmok coffee street and beach sunset.
  • - Day 2: Ojukheon heritage and pine forest trail.
  • - Day 3-4: Coastal rail path and seafood night market.

5-6 Day Plan

  • - Day 1-2: Main beaches and cafe neighborhoods.
  • - Day 3: Mountain temple side trip.
  • - Day 4: Slow art galleries and local bakeries.
  • - Day 5-6: Donghae coast drive.

7+ Day Plan

  • - Week 1: East coast road trip base with beach and mountain alternation.
  • - Add winter ski extension when in season.

Getting There from ICN

KTX from Seoul Station to Gangneung is the most predictable route from ICN transfers.

Internal Transport Guide

Car is useful for scattered beaches and cliff viewpoints.

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