Sokcho to Gangneung Photo Tour: K-culture & coastal temples
Stay based in Sokcho and reach Gangneung's photo spots in one morning
A guided day trip from Sokcho to Gangneung on South Korea's east coast, visiting the CNN-listed Naksansa Temple, the Goblin drama filming location at Jumunjin, and the BTS Bus Stop on Jumunjin Beach. The tour includes transportation and an English-speaking guide. You choose between K-culture landmarks or alternative sites like Seongyojang traditional house and Anmok Coffee Street.
Step-by-step itinerary
Photo tour from Sokcho to Gangneung
- Visit Naksansa Temple
- See Goblin filming location
- Stop at BTS Bus Stop
- Explore Seongyojang residence
- Visit Arte Museum (optional)
- Walk Anmok Coffee Street
What’s included
- Transportation from Sokcho to Gangneung and back.
- English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
- access to Naksansa Temple, Goblin filming location, and BTS Bus Stop.
- meal breaks can be arranged upon request.
Times
- Every day 09:00
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The experience
The tour leaves Sokcho and heads south along the coast to Gangneung, stopping at sites chosen for photography and cultural interest. Naksansa Temple sits on a cliff overlooking the sea and is known for its statue of Avalokitesvara. It was named by CNN as one of the 33 most beautiful temples in the world. From there, the itinerary moves to Jumunjin, where the Goblin filming location at the breakwater draws fans of the Korean drama, and the BTS Bus Stop on the beach became famous after appearing on the album cover of "You Never Walk Alone" in 2017.
The tour runs five to six hours total and includes transportation from your Sokcho base. An English-speaking guide leads the group through each stop. If K-culture landmarks don't appeal to you, you can substitute Seongyojang, a 300-year-old traditional Korean house with gardens open to visitors, or skip the paid museum entry at Arte Museum Gangneung and visit Anmok Coffee Street instead, where specialty roasters have operated since the late 1990s. Meal breaks can be arranged on request, though food is not included in the tour price.
Note that substitutions may not always be possible when the tour runs with other groups, so confirm your preferences at booking. The tour suits travelers who want to see both coasts without relocating their base, and who are comfortable with a moderate pace of walking and standing at each site.
Is this one for you?This is a shared group tour with a fixed itinerary and guide, so it suits travelers who want structure and don't mind a moderate pace of walking at each site. If you prefer flexibility to linger at one stop or skip others, or if you'd rather explore at your own speed, a private transfer with a driver (without a guided tour) would give you more control over the day.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 18 years); Child (6 to 13 years); Infant (under 6): free.
What is Naksansa Temple and why is it on this tour?
Naksansa is a historic Buddhist temple on the east coast, famous for its seaside location and the statue of Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. CNN selected it as one of the 33 most beautiful temples in the world, making it a key stop for photography and cultural interest.
Can I visit the Goblin filming location on this tour?
Yes. The Goblin filming location is at the breakwater in Jumunjin, where the famous scene was shot in which the character Ji Eun-tak first summons the goblin. It's now a popular photo spot for fans of the drama and is included as a standard stop on the tour.
What is the BTS Bus Stop and where is it?
The BTS Bus Stop is a photo spot on Jumunjin Beach in Gangneung that became famous after appearing on the album cover of BTS's "You Never Walk Alone" in 2017. It's one of the main stops on the tour and draws visitors interested in K-pop landmarks.
What happens if I don't want to visit the K-culture spots?
You can choose alternatives like Seongyojang, a traditional Korean house from the late Joseon period with over 300 years of history and gardens open to visitors, or Anmok Coffee Street, where specialty roasters have operated since the late 1990s. Confirm your preferences at booking, as substitutions may not be possible when touring with other groups.
Is there a museum option on this tour?
Arte Museum Gangneung is available as an optional stop with interactive art exhibits and photo installations popular for social media. Admission is not included and is paid separately. You can also skip it and visit another site instead.
Sokcho to Gangneung Photo Tour: K-culture & coastal temples
5h–6h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 90 per person
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