Jumunjin Lighthouse, Gangneung
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Jumunjin Lighthouse in Gangneung is free to visit: built in 1918, it is the oldest lighthouse in Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. The tower is a white, round brick structure up to 3 m in diameter and 10 m tall, finished with white lime mortar, and is regarded as having very high architectural value. Its light flashes once every 15 seconds and can be seen from 37 km away. The outdoor area is open from 9:00 to 18:00 and the indoor facilities from 9:00 to 17:00; entry at night is not allowed. For inquiries, call +82-33-662-2131.
- Location
- 강원특별자치도 강릉시 주문진읍 옛등대길 24-7
- Opening hours
- Outdoor area 9:00 to 18:00, indoor facilities 9:00 to 17:00 (no entry at night)
- Closed
- Open all year
- Admission
- Free
- Contact
- +82-33-662-2131
Official information page (Korean)
What is Jumunjin Lighthouse?
Short answer: The first lighthouse built in Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, on March 20, 1918, and still the oldest.
Central Gangwon had no particularly developed ports, so lighthouses came later here than in other regions. Jumunjin Lighthouse was damaged during the Korean War and restored in 1951.
It was also the first lighthouse on the East Coast to operate a radio beacon station.
What are the opening hours and admission fee?
Short answer: Admission is free. Outdoor area 9:00 to 18:00, indoor facilities 9:00 to 17:00 (no entry at night); open all year.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 강원특별자치도 강릉시 주문진읍 옛등대길 24-7 |
| Opening hours | Outdoor area 9:00 to 18:00, indoor facilities 9:00 to 17:00 (no entry at night) |
| Closed | Open all year |
| Admission | Free |
| Contact | +82-33-662-2131 |
The indoor facilities close at 17:00, and entry at night is not allowed. For inquiries, call +82-33-662-2131.
What should I see at the lighthouse?
Short answer: See the white brick tower, and look around the outdoor area and indoor facilities.
The tower is a white, round brick structure up to 3 m in diameter and 10 m tall, with white lime mortar on its outer wall. Brick lighthouses date from the early days of lighthouse building in Korea and are regarded as having very high architectural value.
The light flashes once every 15 seconds and can be seen from 37 km away.
Where can I stay near Jumunjin Lighthouse?
Short answer: The closest is 고즈넉한주문 (hostel), about 1 min walk. These are the 3 closest stays within 1 km.
| Stay | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 고즈넉한주문 | Hostel | 80 m | About 1 min walk |
| 오릿(Orit) | Hostel | 234 m | About 3 min walk |
| 스테이 휴 | Hostel | 250 m | About 3 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 Jumunjin Lighthouse?
Short answer: 5 restaurants between 62 m and 279 m, listed from the closest.
| Restaurant | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 금봉횟집민박 | Japanese | 62 m | About 1 min walk |
| 로빈슨횟집 | Japanese | 78 m | About 1 min walk |
| 남경막국수 | Kalguksu (noodle soup) | 80 m | About 1 min walk |
| 독도횟집 | Japanese | 268 m | About 3 min walk |
| 삼성식당 오또 | Outdoor pub | 279 m | About 3 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 Jumunjin Lighthouse. Tap a pin to see its name and distance.
What else is there to see near Jumunjin Lighthouse?
Short answer: The closest is Sodol Adeul Rock Park (about 12 min walk), and there are 2 attractions within 4 km.
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodol Adeul Rock Park | Coastal park | 952 m | About 12 min walk |
| Yeongjin Beach | Beach, fishing village | 3.3 km | About 3.3 km (straight line) |
Who is Jumunjin Lighthouse good for?
- Anyone who wants to see historic lighthouse architecture
- Those who want to add a coastal view to a Jumunjin trip
- Anyone looking for a free place to look out over the sea
Check before you go
- Entry at night is not allowed
- The indoor facilities close at 17:00
Checklist
- Arrive in daylight
- See the indoor facilities before they close
- Pick nearby restaurants and cafés on the map in advance
Photos of Jumunjin Lighthouse
Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to Jumunjin Lighthouse?
It is free. The outdoor area is open from 9:00 to 18:00 and the indoor facilities from 9:00 to 17:00.
When was Jumunjin Lighthouse built?
It was the first lighthouse built in Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, on March 20, 1918. It was damaged during the Korean War and restored in 1951.
How far can its light be seen?
It flashes once every 15 seconds and can be seen from 37 km away.
Where is the closest place to stay near Jumunjin Lighthouse?
Hostel 고즈넉한주문 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)
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