Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gangneung travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gangneung

With a population of 180,611, Gangneung is a must-see destination in Gangwon-do, South Korea. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gangneung has to offer.

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When to visit Gangneung

Gangneung in March
Estimated hotel price
₹ 8907
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gangneung in March
Estimated hotel price
₹ 8907
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gangneung in August, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 233 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Gangneung, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Gangneung

Plane

Although Gangneung doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Yangyang Intl (YNY), which is located 39 km from Gangneung.

Train

Located 14 km from the city centre, Gangneung Jeongdongjin is the busiest station in Gangneung. Another popular train station is Gangneung, located 1.0 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gangneung is to pick up a car hire from Seoul, which is about 169 km from Gangneung. You’ll find branches of Hi Rent and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Seoul.

Plane

Although Gangneung doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Yangyang Intl (YNY), which is located 39 km from Gangneung.

Train

Located 14 km from the city centre, Gangneung Jeongdongjin is the busiest station in Gangneung. Another popular train station is Gangneung, located 1.0 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gangneung is to pick up a car hire from Seoul, which is about 169 km from Gangneung. You’ll find branches of Hi Rent and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Seoul.

Airports near Gangneung

WJUWonJu
YNYYangyang Intl

Airlines serving Gangneung

Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
Jin Air
Excellent (19 reviews)

Where to stay in Gangneung

From 5-star hotels such as the St. John's Hotel to great affordable options like the Louis Hotel, Gangneung offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 4,218 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 11,899 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Gangneung La Casamia Poolvilla and Boutique Hotel Bombom.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gangneung

Most booked hotels in Gangneung

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Seamarq Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 22,397+
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Skybay Hotel Gyeongpo
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,961+
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St. John's Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,337+
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Hiring a car in Gangneung

Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Gangneung (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,247 and ₹ 1,662. The most frequently booked car type in Gangneung is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Gangneung (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,247 and ₹ 1,662. The most frequently booked car type in Gangneung is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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