Travel in Gangneung Made Easy with QR Codes... Public Transportation Tourism Platform Launched

Korea Tourism Organization and Gangwon Tourism Foundation
Enhancing Local Tourism Services
Integrated Real-Time Travel Information and Transportation Guidance

The Korea Tourism Organization (Acting President Seo Youngchung) and the Gangwon Tourism Foundation (CEO Choi Sunghyun) announced on November 17 that they have officially launched the Gangneung City Public Transportation Tourism Guide Platform for walking tourists visiting Gangneung.

Official Launch of Gangneung City Public Transportation Tourism Guide Platform. Provided by Gangwon Tourism Foundation

The Gangneung City Public Transportation Tourism Guide Platform is an integrated public transportation guide service that provides tourists using public transportation with a one-stop solution for navigation, themed recommended routes, real-time city bus information, intercity and express bus schedules, KTX train schedules, and reservations.

This platform can be conveniently accessed via QR codes installed at major locations such as Gangneung Station, bus terminals, and traveler centers, as well as at tourist attractions like Arte Museum, Gyeongpo Aquarium, and Haslla Art World, and at various restaurants and cafes. Additionally, as it is based on a mobile web platform, visitors can use it immediately upon access without the need to install any separate programs.

Furthermore, to enhance accessibility and convenience for tourists visiting Gangneung, a privately operated tourist information center called the "Welcome Center" will be piloted. The Welcome Center has been established at Gamja Amusement Park on Wolhwa Street, a high-traffic area for tourists, and is expected to serve as a new hub for Gangneung travel by providing tailored local tourism information and a place to rest.

Choi Sunghyun, CEO of the Gangwon Tourism Foundation, stated, "The Gangneung City Public Transportation Guide Platform and Welcome Center have been established to improve the convenience of movement for visitors to Gangneung and to provide more accurate and on-the-ground tourism information. We will actively support visitors in easily obtaining genuine local travel information, enabling them to stay longer in Gangneung and enjoy a wide range of experiences."

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