What to do and see in Sokcho, Gangwon-do: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers

September 24, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Sokcho (속초; (Korean pronunciation: [sok̚.tɕʰo])) is a city in Gangwon-do province, South Korea. It is located in the far northeast of Gangwon-do. Lying north of the 38th parallel, the city belonged to North Korea from 1945 until the end of the Korean War, when the dividing line between the two Korean states was officially altered. Abai Maeul was originally set up as an area to house North Korean refugees in Sokcho due to the separation of the two Koreas. Consequently, many of the population have relatives in North Korea. Today, Sokcho receives a number of tourists attracted by the closeness to the DMZ. The city is also a well-known gateway to nearby Seoraksan national park.
Restaurants in Sokcho

1. Seoraksan National Park

Sokcho, Gangwon-do South Korea +82 33-636-4300 http://english.knps.or.kr/Knp/Seoraksan/Intro/Introduction.aspx
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4.5 based on 1,014 reviews

Seoraksan National Park

Reviewed By Kendramcc - Hove, United Kingdom

My daughter and I visited Seoraksan as part of a month long trip around South Korea. We stayed in Sokcho-si for 3 nights and this proved to be an excellent choice as a local number 7 or 7-1 bus takes you into the gates of the National Park for 1250₩ The park has multiple routes and trails you can follow of varying distances and heights to climb. There is a cable car to one of the peaks but we opted for a 3km climb (mostly steps but initially there are rocky paths to clamber up) to Towangseongpokpo. The MOST STUNNING views when I finally made it to the top! My daughter danced on ahead like it was no effort ???? I’ve attached a few pictures - if you are visiting South Korea and are able to squeeze in a day trip to Seoraksan, I promise it will be worth it!

2. Gwongeumseong Fortress

Seorak-dong, Sokcho, Gangwon-do 217-120 South Korea
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4.5 based on 124 reviews

Gwongeumseong Fortress

Reviewed By GlobalTraRip

An excellent view and terrific photo opportunity. Arrive early to avoid the congestion of others. Cable car tickets must be purchased on site the day of use and the earlier the better.

3. Ulsanbawi Rock

Seorak-dong, Sokcho, Gangwon-do 217-120 South Korea
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4.5 based on 195 reviews

Ulsanbawi Rock

Reviewed By GlobalTraRip

A good day hike for the beginner or advanced trekker. Beautiful scenery and plenty of photo opportunities along the way

4. Geumganggul Cave

Seoraksan National Park, Sokcho, Gangwon-do 24903 South Korea +82 33-636-7700 http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=658324
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Geumganggul Cave

5. Biryong Falls

Seoraksan-ro Seorak National Park, Sokcho, Gangwon-do South Korea +82 33-636-7700 http://korean1.visitkorea.or.kr/kor/bz15/where/where_main_search.jsp?cid=125671
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4.0 based on 39 reviews

Biryong Falls

Reviewed By huiyin-cnd - Vancouver, Canada

we had a two days break off during the symposium. decided to go for hiking. water was sooo cold and the waterfall was really nice. first session of hike wasn't hard but the last part was bit hard. but the environment was perfectly quit and beautiful. we had really nic e experience.

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