Gangwon State
Places to visit in Chuncheon-si
This city brings together lakes, rivers, and mountain scenery. Choose a lakeside viewpoint, waterfall, or temple for an outing focused on the waterways.
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35 placesChuncheon Lakeside (Samaksan Mountain)
Samaksan Mountain rises beside Uiamho Lake, with rocky ridges and the Deungseon Falls valley. Trails offer views of the lake and Chuncheon's urban landscape.
View on mapGugok Falls
Near Bonghwasan Mountain, Gugok Falls winds through nine bends before plunging down. The area also features Haneulbyeok Rock, and beyond Kkalddakjae Pass lies Munbae Village.
View on mapChuncheon Lakeside (Hajungdo Island)
This destination is set on a lakeside island with notable surrounding scenery. It serves as a tourism and recreation hub, including for the Seoul metropolitan area, where such spaces are limited.
View on mapCheongpyeongsa Temple (Chuncheon)
The Cheongpyeongsa tourist area is 19 kilometers from downtown. It is about a 10-minute boat ride from the Soyang Lake ferry terminal, and hikers come for the scenic valley, where a walk upstream leads to 7-meter Guseong Falls, said to make nine different sounds.
View on mapLa Vie Est Belle
This is a golf and leisure destination set among mountains and natural scenery. Check facility terms and reservation information before visiting.
View on mapShinyeong
A place to leave everyday stress behind and unwind amid magnificent natural surroundings.
View on mapNami Island
An island in the middle of the Bukhan River, where you can explore woodland paths and river scenery.
View on mapGangchon
The Gangchon area along the Bukhan River is a Chuncheon destination where you can enjoy mountain and river scenery alongside outdoor activities and places to stay.
View on mapElysian Gangchon
A resort complex by the Bukhan River with ski slopes, a golf course, accommodations, and leisure facilities.
View on mapJade Garden
An arboretum with themed gardens and woodland paths along the mountain slopes. See a variety of plants around the valley.
View on mapSoyanggang Dam
A multipurpose dam built across the Soyang River. Below it, you can see Soyang Lake stretching out among the surrounding mountains.
View on mapSoyang Lake
A large artificial lake formed by the construction of Soyanggang Dam, with waterside scenery surrounded by mountains.
View on mapMajeoksan Mountain
A mountain in Chuncheon with trails through oak forest. Follow the ridge for views of Soyang Lake and the surrounding mountains.
View on mapBugwi-ri Cherry Blossom Road
This road follows a mountain pass through Bugwi-ri in Buksan-myeon. In spring, enjoy cherry blossoms and mountain village scenery.
View on mapSoyanggang Skywalk
A riverside viewing walkway along the Soyang River, where you can walk above the water and look out over the river.
View on mapSoyanggang Maiden Statue
A landmark sculpture by the Soyang River that you can see while exploring the riverside scenery.
View on mapSoyangjeong Pavilion
A pavilion that preserves a part of Chuncheon's history. Pause here to look out over the Soyang River and the surrounding city.
View on mapBonguisan Mountain
A low mountain in central Chuncheon, with a beacon site and fortress remains near the summit. Follow the paths and look out over the city.
View on mapChuncheon Samaksan Lake Cable Car
A cable car that runs from Uiam Lake to the slopes of Samaksan Mountain, with views of both the lake and the mountain.
View on mapUiam Dam
A hydroelectric dam on the Bukhan River. Around Uiam Lake, you can enjoy the scenery along driving and cycling routes.
View on mapDeungseon Falls
A waterfall on the slopes of Samaksan Mountain, with a mountain stream flowing among rocks and forest.
View on mapUiamho Skywalk
A waterside viewing walkway with views of Uiam Lake.
View on mapChuncheon Dam
A hydroelectric dam on the Bukhan River. In spring, enjoy the seasonal scenery along the nearby cherry blossom roads.
View on mapChuncheon Lake
An artificial lake formed by the construction of Chuncheon Dam, with quiet scenery along the water and surrounding mountains.
View on mapChuncheon Animation Museum
Learn about the history and production of animation, and try activities such as dubbing.
View on mapHappy Chowon Ranch
A day trip destination where you can enjoy ranch activities and the scenery around Chuncheon.
View on mapChuncheon National Museum
A national museum in Chuncheon where you can explore the region's history and culture through its exhibitions.
View on mapChuncheon Myeongdong Street
A central street in Chuncheon's old downtown, with a dakgalbi alley, shops, and restaurants for a city outing.
View on mapChuncheon Hyanggyo Confucian School
A historic hyanggyo in Chuncheon, where you can explore a traditional Confucian educational institution.
View on mapGubongsan Observatory
Cafes and restaurants are gathered around Gubongsan, where you can relax while looking out over Chuncheon.
View on mapOksanga
A tourism area in Dong-myeon, Chuncheon, where you can explore the Ok Mine, related products, and nearby facilities.
View on mapDalasil Museum
An art museum in Chuncheon also known as the Kwon Jin-kyu Art Museum. Explore works and art related to sculptor Kwon Jin-kyu.
View on mapGongjicheon Stream
A stream that runs through central Chuncheon and flows into Uiam Lake. Parks and walking areas are located around its confluence with the lake.
View on mapKangwon National University Central Museum
A university museum where you can explore archaeological finds and everyday artifacts from Gangwon, as well as the history of Kangwon National University.
View on mapKim You-jeong House of Literature
Explore Kim You-jeong's birthplace and exhibition spaces to learn about the writer's life and work.
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Scenes of the area
- Lakes and waterfalls in Chuncheon.
- A place to rest in the foothills of Chuncheon's mountains.
- Follow forest paths by the Bukhan River in Gangchon.
- Lake waters and mountain paths around Soyang Lake.
- The Soyang riverside and a pavilion in downtown Chuncheon.
- Uiam Lake and the foothills of Samaksan Mountain.
- Green landscapes around Chuncheon Lake.
- Discover history in Chuncheon's old town.
- Mountain views and an exhibition at the foothills in Dong-myeon.
- Waterways and literature in Namchuncheon.