About Eastern Coast
The east coast offers sea views, beaches, seafood, and mountain access, with a more relaxed regional travel style.
Best time to visit: May to October
Cities & Towns in Eastern Coast
Sokcho, South Korea
Coastal Sokcho anchors Seoraksan National Park hikes, Sokcho Beach, seafood markets around Jungang Market, harbour sunsets from Yeonggeumjeong and Dongmyeong Port to Daepo Port, neighbourhood character in Cheongho-dong and Abai Village, and lake-lined walks beside Cheongchoho and Yeongrangho—all with quick east-coast motorway and express-bus access.
Gangneung, South Korea
Gangneung, South Korea blends Gyeongpo Beach and Gangmun sand with Gyeongpo Lake loops, Anmok Coffee Street sea-front cafes, Chodang Tofu Village rows, Ojukheon and Seongyojang heritage, Jungang Market and Wolhwa Street energy, Jumunjin harbour seafood, sunrise-led Jeongdongjin railscapes, Haslla Art World sculpture coasts, and Olympic Park ice venues—all on quick KTX links from Seoul.