Jeongdongjin Beach, Gangneung
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Jeongdongjin Beach in Gangneung is open at all times with no admission fee, in front of Jeongdongjin Station, known as the small station closest to the sea. There are three places to swim: the sea in front of Jeongdongjin Station, the sea in front of Sandglass Park, and the sea by the Jeongdongjin breakwater; the beach in front of the station and the sea in front of Sandglass Park are described as the widest and easiest to use. Visitor numbers rose sharply after the Jeongdongjin sunrise tourist train began running in 1997. It is open all year; for inquiries, call +82-33-660-3598.
- Location
- 강원특별자치도 강릉시 강동면 정동역길 17
- Opening hours
- Always open
- Closed
- Open all year
- Admission
- Free
- Contact
- +82-33-660-3598
Official information page (Korean)
What is Jeongdongjin Beach?
Short answer: A beach centered on the sea in front of Jeongdongjin Station, stretching to Sandglass Park and the breakwater.
There are three places to swim at Jeongdongjin: the sea in front of Jeongdongjin Station, the sea in front of Sandglass Park, and the sea by the Jeongdongjin breakwater.
Official information introduces Jeongdongjin Station as the small station closest to the sea in the world.
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 강동면 정동역길 17 |
| Opening hours | Always open |
| Closed | Open all year |
| Admission | Free |
| Contact | +82-33-660-3598 |
Jeongdongjin Beach is always open, with no closing time. Sunrise times vary by season, so check before you go. Official information says it is suitable for all ages, and lists no guide service.
What should I see at Jeongdongjin Beach?
Short answer: Watch the sunrise from the beach in front of Jeongdongjin Station, then walk toward Sandglass Park.
To the south, a sculpture park and Heonhwa-ro coastal road make it a popular sightseeing area, and in front of Jeongdongjin Station there are many rocks where people gather clams, mussels, seaweed and sea urchins.
It rose quickly in popularity after the Jeongdongjin sunrise tourist train began running in 1997, and is said to be busy with visitors in every season.
Where can I stay near Jeongdongjin Beach?
Short answer: The closest is 솔게스트하우스 정동진점 (guesthouse), about 1 min walk. These are the 2 closest stays within 1 km.
| Stay | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 솔게스트하우스 정동진점 | Guesthouse | 85 m | About 1 min walk |
| 호텔탑스빌 | Hotel | 759 m | About 9 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 Jeongdongjin Beach?
Short answer: 5 restaurants between 28 m and 68 m, listed from the closest.
| Restaurant | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 포장마차분식 | Bunsik (Korean snacks) | 28 m | About 1 min walk |
| 시카고떡볶이 | Bunsik (Korean snacks) | 30 m | About 1 min walk |
| 정동진해물탕 | Korean | 41 m | About 1 min walk |
| 관제탑해물탕 | Korean | 49 m | About 1 min walk |
| 일출식당 | Korean | 68 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 Jeongdongjin Beach. Tap a pin to see its name and distance.
What else is there to see near Jeongdongjin Beach?
Short answer: The closest is Jeongdongjin Station (about 1 min walk), and there are 5 attractions within 4 km.
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeongdongjin Station | Railway station | 0 m | About 1 min walk |
| Moraesigye (Hourglass) Park | Park | 671 m | About 8 min walk |
| Deungmyeong Beach | Swimming beach | 2.0 km | About 2.0 km (straight line) |
| Haslla Art World | Sculpture park, art museum | 2.6 km | About 2.6 km (straight line) |
| Deungmyeong Nakgasa Temple | Buddhist temple | 3.2 km | About 3.2 km (straight line) |
Who is Jeongdongjin Beach good for?
- Anyone who wants to see the sunrise
- Those who want to see a beach right in front of a train station
- Anyone looking for a place to walk together with Sandglass Park
Check before you go
- Check the sunrise time for the season
- Check the swimming season and water rules with the City of Gangneung
Checklist
- Check the sunrise time
- Decide whether to stay at the beach in front of the station or in front of Sandglass Park
- Leave time to walk to Sandglass Park
- Pick nearby restaurants and cafés on the map in advance
Photos of Jeongdongjin Beach
Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to Jeongdongjin Beach?
It is free and always open, every day of the year.
Where can I swim at Jeongdongjin?
In three places: the sea in front of Jeongdongjin Station, the sea in front of Sandglass Park, and the sea by the Jeongdongjin breakwater.
Why is Jeongdongjin Beach famous?
It is in front of Jeongdongjin Station, the small station closest to the sea, and visitor numbers grew after the sunrise tourist train began running in 1997.
Where is the closest place to stay near Jeongdongjin Beach?
Guesthouse 솔게스트하우스 정동진점 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.