Samcheok: what to see and do

Known for

• Hwanseon Cave, a large limestone cave in the hills
• Daege (snow crab) Street at Samcheok Port
• Jukseoru, a pavilion above the Osipcheon river

What to do

Eat snow crab by the port, walk up to Jukseoru above the river, and visit Hwanseon Cave. Mungam and Wonpyeong beaches are quiet in summer.

Tip: Hwanseon Cave stays cool all year, so bring a light jacket even in summer.

From Seoul: Bus about 3 h 30

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