Gangmun Beach, Gangneung
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Gangmun Beach in Gangneung is open at all times with no admission fee, next to the small Gangmun Port and close to the Gyeongpo area. It is in Gangmun-dong, and nearby raw-fish restaurants are known for serving fish caught at dawn. A 5- to 10-minute boat ride out, at depths of 5 to 30 m, you can see natural rocks, sea anemones and large fish, so it is popular with scuba divers. There are also many photo spots with the East Sea as a backdrop. For inquiries, call +82-33-660-3865.
- Location
- 강원특별자치도 강릉시 창해로 352
- Opening hours
- Always open
- Closed
- Open all year
- Admission
- Free
- Contact
- +82-33-660-3865
- Restrooms
- Available
Official information page (Korean)
What is Gangmun Beach?
Short answer: A beach in Gangmun-dong next to the small Gangmun Port, close to the Gyeongpo area.
At Gangmun Port, 16 fishing boats catch flatfish, greenling, octopus, surf clams, sea urchins, sea squirts, sea cucumbers and more, depending on the season. Official information says that in spring they catch olive flounder and large clams, in summer and autumn Spanish mackerel, and in winter rockfish.
What are the opening hours and admission fee?
Short answer: Admission is free, and it is always open, every day of the year.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 강원특별자치도 강릉시 창해로 352 |
| Opening hours | Always open |
| Closed | Open all year |
| Admission | Free |
| Contact | +82-33-660-3865 |
| Restrooms | Available |
Gangmun Beach is always open, with no time limits. Opening hours and prices at the raw-fish restaurants differ by restaurant, so check on site. For inquiries, call +82-33-660-3865.
What should I see at Gangmun Beach?
Short answer: Walk the beach and Gangmun Port, and take pictures at the photo spots with the East Sea behind you.
A 5- to 10-minute boat ride away, you can see underwater scenery at depths of 5 to 30 m, which draws scuba divers. Anglers also fish for big-scaled redfin and greenling at the port.
There are many photo spots with the East Sea as a backdrop, and it is also introduced as a date spot for couples.
Where can I stay near Gangmun Beach?
Short answer: The closest is 캡슐인강릉 (guesthouse), about 1 min walk. These are the 3 closest stays within 1 km.
| Stay | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 캡슐인강릉 | Guesthouse | 75 m | About 1 min walk |
| 세인트존스 호텔 | Hotel | 87 m | About 1 min walk |
| 숨어있는 집 | Pension | 127 m | About 2 min walk |
Distances are straight-line distances, so the actual route may be longer; walking times assume 80 m per minute. Select a stay to open its page (in Korean) with check-in times and nearby restaurants and cafés. Property names are shown as officially registered in Korean.
Where can I eat or get coffee near Gangmun Beach?
Short answer: 5 restaurants between 35 m and 66 m, and 5 cafés between 42 m and 85 m, listed from the closest.
| Restaurant | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 강릉캘리닭강정 | Fried chicken | 35 m | About 1 min walk |
| 강문어화횟집 | Japanese | 41 m | About 1 min walk |
| 강릉당강릉커피콩빵 강문해변점 | Café | 64 m | About 1 min walk |
| 수정궁횟집 | Japanese | 64 m | About 1 min walk |
| 강릉옥수수빵 | Café | 66 m | About 1 min walk |
| Café | Type | Signature menu | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 스타벅스 강릉강문해변점 | Café with a view | 브루드 커피, 카푸치노 | 42 m | About 1 min walk |
| 346커피스토리 | Bakery café | 아메리카노, 오늘의커피 | 47 m | About 1 min walk |
| 강몬트 | Café | 정보 없음 | 66 m | About 1 min walk |
| 카페프렛 | Dessert café | 정보 없음 | 70 m | About 1 min walk |
| 여행자거리 | Roastery, specialty coffee | 정보 없음 | 85 m | About 1 min walk |
Select a name to open its page on our restaurant or café guide (in Korean). The small dots on the map also show nearby places that are not in the tables.
See it on the map
The large purple pin is Gangmun Beach. Tap a pin to see its name and distance.
What else is there to see near Gangmun Beach?
Short answer: The closest is Heo Nanseolheon Birthplace (about 11 min walk), and there are 5 attractions within 4 km.
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heo Nanseolheon Birthplace | Birthplace site, cultural heritage material | 884 m | About 11 min walk |
| Heo Nanseolheon Pine Forest | Pine forest | 885 m | About 11 min walk |
| Gyeongpo Beach | Swimming beach | 1.2 km | About 1.2 km (straight line) |
| Gyeongpoho Lake | Lake, migratory bird habitat | 1.5 km | About 1.5 km (straight line) |
| Gyeongpodae Pavilion | Pavilion, Treasure, Scenic Site | 2.0 km | About 2.0 km (straight line) |
Who is Gangmun Beach good for?
- Anyone who wants to walk a fishing port and a beach together
- Those who want photos with the East Sea as a backdrop
- Anyone staying around Gyeongpo and looking for a nearby beach
Check before you go
- For scuba diving and fishing, check the operators and the rules
- Check opening hours and prices at the raw-fish restaurants in advance
Checklist
- Allow time to walk the beach and Gangmun Port
- Find where the photo spots are
- Pick nearby restaurants and cafés on the map in advance
Photos of Gangmun Beach
Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to Gangmun Beach?
It is free and always open, every day of the year.
What can I do around Gangmun Beach?
People come to eat raw fish at the restaurants around Gangmun Port, take pictures at the photo spots, and go scuba diving or fishing.
Is Gangmun Beach close to Gyeongpo Beach?
It is close to the Gyeongpo area. You can check the distance on the map below.
Where is the closest place to stay near Gangmun Beach?
Guesthouse 캡슐인강릉 is the closest (about 1 min walk). Its page, in Korean, shows the check-in time and nearby restaurants and cafés.
Things to do in Gangneung
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Sources
- Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI, Korean-language tourist information (attraction details) · Korea Tourism Organization · accessed 2026-10-23 (Korean-language source)
- Official information page · Operator · accessed 2026-10-23 (Korean-language source)
Fees, hours and closing days can change. Please check with the site before you visit.