Haeunjeong Pavilion, Gangneung
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Haeunjeong in Gangneung is a pavilion open at all times with no admission fee, a Treasure on the western shore of Gyeongpoho Lake. It is said to have been built in 1530 as a detached annex by Eochon Sim Eon-gwang while he was governor of Gangwon-do, and is counted as the oldest building in Gangneung after Ojukheon. The Haeunjeong name board is in the calligraphy of Song Si-yeol, and boards carved with poems by Yulgok Yi I and other notable figures also survive. It is a single-story wooden building with a hipped-and-gabled roof, combining the frame of an aristocratic house with features of commoners’ houses. It is well placed for a visit combined with nearby Gyeongpodae Pavilion and Ojukheon.
- Location
- 강원특별자치도 강릉시 운정길 125
- Opening hours
- Always open
- Closed
- Open all year
- Admission
- Free
- Contact
- +82-33-640-4414
Official information page (Korean)
What is Haeunjeong?
Short answer: A pavilion in the style of a detached annex, said to have been built in 1530 by Eochon Sim Eon-gwang, and designated a Treasure in 1963.
It is a single-story wooden building with a hipped-and-gabled roof on the western shore of Gyeongpoho Lake. The overall form follows that of an aristocratic house, while the storeroom layout and the style of the wooden floor strongly reflect commoners’ houses.
Even in Gangneung, a city with many annex-style pavilions, it is counted as the oldest building after Ojukheon. Song Si-yeol wrote the calligraphy of the name board, Gwon Jin-eung wrote the record of the pavilion, and boards carved with poems by Yulgok Yi I and other notable figures have come down to us.
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 운정길 125 |
| Opening hours | Always open |
| Closed | Open all year |
| Admission | Free |
| Contact | +82-33-640-4414 |
Haeunjeong is always open, with no time limits. For inquiries, call +82-33-640-4414.
What should I see at Haeunjeong?
Short answer: Step up onto the pavilion floor to take in the scenery around Gyeongpoho Lake, and look at the calligraphy on the name board and poem boards.
Standing on the pavilion floor, you see the scenery around Gyeongpoho Lake spread out before you; official information describes the view from the floor as one where the scenery of the Gyeongpoho area comes together.
Gyeongpodae Pavilion and Ojukheon are nearby, so walking between the three lets you see the pavilions, old houses and traces of Yulgok Yi I around Gyeongpoho Lake in one go.
What heritage designations does Haeunjeong have?
Short answer: Korea Heritage Service records list two designated heritage items at Haeunjeong.
| Designated heritage | Category | Designated on |
|---|---|---|
| Haeunjeong Pavilion, Gangneung | Treasure | January 21, 1963 |
| Haeunjeong Visitors’ Record (Yeokbangnok), Gangneung | Provincial Tangible Cultural Heritage | December 17, 2021 |
Where can I stay near Haeunjeong Pavilion?
Short answer: The closest is 강릉오죽한옥마을 (hanok stay), about 1.5 km (straight line). These are the 3 closest stays within 2 km.
| Stay | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 강릉오죽한옥마을 | Hanok stay | 1.5 km | About 1.5 km (straight line) |
| 솔향기펜션 | Pension | 1.7 km | About 1.7 km (straight line) |
| 스테이 니와 | Hostel | 1.9 km | About 1.9 km (straight line) |
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 Haeunjeong Pavilion?
Short answer: 5 restaurants between 40 m and 129 m, and 4 cafés between 592 m and 984 m, listed from the closest.
| Restaurant | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400년집초당순두부 | Korean | 40 m | About 1 min walk |
| 원조민속초당순두부 | Korean | 40 m | About 1 min walk |
| 경포순두부 | Korean | 52 m | About 1 min walk |
| 100년전통초당순두부 | Korean | 74 m | About 1 min walk |
| 기린각 | Outdoor pub | 129 m | About 2 min walk |
| Café | Type | Signature menu | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 카페 리몽 | Café | 정보 없음 | 592 m | About 7 min walk |
| 보헤미안 | Roastery, specialty coffee | 파나마게이샤(에스메랄다 농장), 과테말라 게이샤(엘 인헤르또 농장) | 704 m | About 9 min walk |
| 플로리안 | Brunch café | 핸드 드립 커피 | 913 m | About 11 min walk |
| 카페파나마 | Dessert café | 아메리카노, 라떼 | 984 m | About 12 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 Haeunjeong Pavilion. Tap a pin to see its name and distance.
What else is there to see near Haeunjeong Pavilion?
Short answer: The closest is Seongyojang House (about 7 min walk), and there are 5 attractions within 4 km.
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seongyojang House | Historic house, National Folklore Cultural Heritage | 534 m | About 7 min walk |
| Gyeongpodae Pavilion | Pavilion, Treasure, Scenic Site | 1.1 km | About 14 min walk |
| Ojukheon House | Cultural heritage, museum | 1.3 km | About 1.3 km (straight line) |
| Gyeongpoho Lake | Lake, migratory bird habitat | 1.5 km | About 1.5 km (straight line) |
| Heo Nanseolheon Pine Forest | Pine forest | 1.7 km | About 1.7 km (straight line) |
Who is Haeunjeong Pavilion good for?
- Anyone looking for a quiet pavilion around Gyeongpoho Lake
- Those who want to see a Treasure-listed building for free
- Anyone combining Gyeongpodae and Ojukheon in a day trip
Check before you go
- Follow on-site guidance on using the pavilion floor
- This is a heritage site, so please don’t touch the building or the boards
Checklist
- Leave time to walk on to Gyeongpodae and Ojukheon
- Pick nearby restaurants and cafés on the map in advance
Photos of Haeunjeong Pavilion
Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to Haeunjeong?
It is free and always open, every day of the year.
Who built Haeunjeong, and when?
It is said to have been built in 1530 by Eochon Sim Eon-gwang while he was governor of Gangwon-do.
What is good to see together with Haeunjeong?
Gyeongpodae Pavilion and Ojukheon around Gyeongpoho Lake are close by. You can check the distances in the table below.
Where is the closest place to stay near Haeunjeong Pavilion?
Hanok stay 강릉오죽한옥마을 is the closest (about 1.5 km (straight line)). 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)
- Korea Heritage Open API (heritage list and details) · Korea Heritage Service · 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.