must-visit in ChuncheonBeach & Island
남이섬
📍 Nami Island, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Introduction
Nami Island is a half-moon islet in Cheongpyeong Lake, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do, famed for its birch groves, ginkgo avenue and tranquil lake views, and beloved across Asia since the drama Winter Sonata was filmed here. Cars are banned; paths and bikes link forests, lawns and sculpture parks. Cherry blossoms in spring, maples in autumn, snow in winter. The ferry ride in feels like entering a fairy-tale forest, Seoul's most romantic weekend escape. Cherry blossoms in spring and maples in autumn frame the lake in postcard colour.
✨ Highlights
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Birch grove
Nami Island is a half-moon islet in Cheongpyeong Lake, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do.
02
Ginkgo avenue
At Nami Island, Ginkgo avenue reveals a distinct facet.
03
Car-free isle
To go deeper, Car-free isle is the perfect entry point.
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Lake sculptures
Cherry blossoms in spring and maples in autumn frame the lake in postcard colour.
🛈 Practical Info
→Admission：Ferry incl. ~₩16,000 (ref).
→Hours：~7:30–21:40 (reference).
→Duration：About half a day.
→Getting there：Chuncheon; ITX to Gapyeong then transfer.
→Safety：Mind ferry and biking.
→Combo：Pair with Chuncheon, Soyang Lake.
💡 Tips
• Allow About half a day for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.
• Opening ~7:30–21:40 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
• Getting there: Chuncheon; ITX to Gapyeong then transfer; pair with nearby sights.
• At Nami Island, the official audio guide adds a lot.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting 남이섬?
Allow About half a day for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~7:30–21:40 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
