Gangneung travel guide
Gangneung Tourism | Gangneung Guide
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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gangneung has to offer.
When to visit Gangneung
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.
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 4season Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Seoul.
Airlines serving Gangneung
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 ₹ 4,055 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 13,319 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
Hiring a car in Gangneung
Expect to pay ₹ 106 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 ₹ 1,270 and ₹ 1,693. The most frequently booked car type in Gangneung is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai Casper or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.