"Take a Slow Trip to Gangneung This May"... Relax at Sageunjin Beach

Gangneung City Selects “Sageunjin Beach Multiple Plaza”
as the Recommended Destination for May
in Celebration of the 2026-2027 Visit Gangneung Year

Gangneung City in Gangwon Province has designated the theme for May’s “Recommended Destination of the Month,” a campaign under the “Visit Gangneung Year 2026-2027,” as “Slow Travel Encountered at a Quiet Sea.” The city selected “Sageunjin Beach Multiple Plaza” as the recommended destination.

A Slow Travel Experience at the Quiet Sea: Recommended Travel Destination for May 'Sageunjin Beach Multiple Plaza.' Scene from last year. Provided by Gangneung City.

The newly selected Sageunjin Beach Multiple Plaza is a place where visitors can escape the bustle of daily life, relax by the sea at a leisurely pace, and appreciate both Gangneung’s unique coastal scenery and the charm of a laid-back trip.

The Multiple Plaza offers a range of activities. Visitors can stretch and warm up using the outdoor fitness equipment at “Sageunjin Gym,” experiencing the energetic beach atmosphere. Streamlined pergolas, benches, and swing chairs provide comfortable spots to unwind and enjoy the sea view.

In particular, during the peak blooming season of canola flowers, vibrant yellow waves add to the lively spring ambiance of the seaside. At night, gentle illumination along the beach promenade enhances the appeal of evening strolls. Complementing this, Sageunjin Underwater Park offers panoramic views of the East Sea, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in Gangneung’s distinctive quiet and leisurely seaside charm.

There are also plentiful routes connecting to nearby tourist attractions. With major Gangneung destinations such as Sacheonjin Port, Sacheon Beach, Gyeongpo Beach, Gyeongpodae Pavilion, and Sunpo Wetlands all close by, it is an ideal one-day itinerary for enjoying tranquil sea views alongside nature, ecology, and sightseeing.

Visitors to Gangneung in May can also savor local cuisine. Dishes such as rockfish seaweed soup, barley rice, and seafood pancakes use fresh ingredients and reflect the region’s unique atmosphere, deepening the lingering impression of slow travel.

Slow Travel Meeting the Quiet Sea
Recommended travel destination in May: 'Sageunjin Beach Multiple Plaza'. Scene from last year. Provided by Gangneung City

Furthermore, a variety of events and attractions are scheduled around Children’s Day and Buddha’s Birthday in May, promising even more special travel experiences for tourists visiting Gangneung.

Um Geummun, Director of Tourism Policy for Gangneung City, commented, “May in Gangneung is a time when the value of relaxation and rest stands out more than extravagance. We hope you experience Gangneung’s unique slow travel while gazing at the quiet sea.”

He added, “We will continue to promote the appeal of ‘Gangneung, a city to linger in,’ by developing a variety of tourism content that embraces nature, culture, and gastronomy.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.