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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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Chuncheon-si, Lakes and waterfalls in Chuncheon.

Places to visit

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  • Chuncheon 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.

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  • Gugok 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.

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  • Chuncheon 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.

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  • Cheongpyeongsa 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.

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  • La Vie Est Belle

    This is a golf and leisure destination set among mountains and natural scenery. Check facility terms and reservation information before visiting.

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  • Shinyeong

    A place to leave everyday stress behind and unwind amid magnificent natural surroundings.

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  • Nami Island

    An island in the middle of the Bukhan River, where you can explore woodland paths and river scenery.

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  • Gangchon

    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.

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  • Elysian Gangchon

    A resort complex by the Bukhan River with ski slopes, a golf course, accommodations, and leisure facilities.

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  • Jade Garden

    An arboretum with themed gardens and woodland paths along the mountain slopes. See a variety of plants around the valley.

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  • Soyanggang Dam

    A multipurpose dam built across the Soyang River. Below it, you can see Soyang Lake stretching out among the surrounding mountains.

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  • Soyang Lake

    A large artificial lake formed by the construction of Soyanggang Dam, with waterside scenery surrounded by mountains.

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  • Majeoksan Mountain

    A mountain in Chuncheon with trails through oak forest. Follow the ridge for views of Soyang Lake and the surrounding mountains.

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  • Bugwi-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.

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  • Soyanggang Skywalk

    A riverside viewing walkway along the Soyang River, where you can walk above the water and look out over the river.

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  • Soyanggang Maiden Statue

    A landmark sculpture by the Soyang River that you can see while exploring the riverside scenery.

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  • Soyangjeong Pavilion

    A pavilion that preserves a part of Chuncheon's history. Pause here to look out over the Soyang River and the surrounding city.

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  • Bonguisan 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.

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  • Chuncheon 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.

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  • Uiam Dam

    A hydroelectric dam on the Bukhan River. Around Uiam Lake, you can enjoy the scenery along driving and cycling routes.

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  • Deungseon Falls

    A waterfall on the slopes of Samaksan Mountain, with a mountain stream flowing among rocks and forest.

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  • Uiamho Skywalk

    A waterside viewing walkway with views of Uiam Lake.

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  • Chuncheon Dam

    A hydroelectric dam on the Bukhan River. In spring, enjoy the seasonal scenery along the nearby cherry blossom roads.

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  • Chuncheon Lake

    An artificial lake formed by the construction of Chuncheon Dam, with quiet scenery along the water and surrounding mountains.

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  • Chuncheon Animation Museum

    Learn about the history and production of animation, and try activities such as dubbing.

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  • Happy Chowon Ranch

    A day trip destination where you can enjoy ranch activities and the scenery around Chuncheon.

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  • Chuncheon National Museum

    A national museum in Chuncheon where you can explore the region's history and culture through its exhibitions.

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  • Chuncheon Myeongdong Street

    A central street in Chuncheon's old downtown, with a dakgalbi alley, shops, and restaurants for a city outing.

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  • Chuncheon Hyanggyo Confucian School

    A historic hyanggyo in Chuncheon, where you can explore a traditional Confucian educational institution.

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  • Gubongsan Observatory

    Cafes and restaurants are gathered around Gubongsan, where you can relax while looking out over Chuncheon.

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  • Oksanga

    A tourism area in Dong-myeon, Chuncheon, where you can explore the Ok Mine, related products, and nearby facilities.

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  • Dalasil 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.

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  • Gongjicheon 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.

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  • Kangwon 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.

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  • Kim 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.

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