Chuncheon, a Fun Destination

Chuncheon has been always one of my favorite cities in Korea. Actually it was the reason I wanted to visit Korea. Years ago I watched a popular Korean drama “Winter Sonata” which was filmed in Chuncheon and showed the beautiful nature of it, I put it in my bucket list. When I visited it the first time, I wasn't disappointed and that's the reason why I keep coming back and visiting again.

There are many outdoors and indoors activities in Chuncheon you can enjoy.

1-Nami island is a must-see, whether you liked the drama or no. You should go for a day trip and enjoy the island or rent a bungalow by the riverside for the night. You can take the ferry to the island or zip-line your way to it.

The island offers you beautiful nature and fun activities, Here are some things you could do:

a- ride the UNICEF charity train around the island. 2,000W one way.

b- rent a bicycle. 3,000W for 30 minutes per person.

c- get on an electric car-tour bus. 5,000W per person.

d- tour the lake in a motorboat. 40,000W for 5 people.

e- zip-line. 38,000W that include the entry fee to the island.

There are a lot of cafes and restaurants around the island and souvenir shops, of course.

2-Cheongpyeongsa Temple.

3-Jungdo Island

4-Jade Gardens, where the Korean dramas Full House 2 and Love Rain were filmed.

5-Soyangho Lake

6-Gangchon Recreational Area.

7-Bungee Jumping, if you love adventure.

8-Walk around the lake.

9-Swim in the river. Follow road 65 under the bridge in Sa Bok Myeon, Otan Ri. There's a nice spot where you can swim.

10-Canoeing. We used West Canoe company. They didn't speak much English, however, they were very nice and friendly to us.

11-Ride a rail-bike.

12-Animation Museum. It's a very cute place, but it's definitely for children.

Eating in Chuncheon:

Oh boy, there are plenty of good restaurants over there. I was impressed with the food.

1- Ramos Burger, this is my favorite. Oh my god, heavenly food. The food and the service were outstanding. The best burger I have ever had and chili french fries. I'll be eating there when I go to Chuncheon again. Check them out on Facebook @ ramosburger.

Chili French Fries

Beef Burger with shrimp and Mango Salad

2- Myeong Dong Bak Ga restaurant in Myeong-Dong area. Dalkalbi is one of the best Korean dishes and Chuncheon is famous for its delicious dalkalbi. This restaurant took the dish to a new level of yumminess. They add udon noodles to the chicken and sweet potatoes and veggies. Check out the website: www.mdbg.co.kr

Dalkalbi

3- Buckwheat Cafe and Restaurant, when we ordered I noticed that the prices were a bit high for the two dishes we ordered, but I realized I was wrong when the food came! The first course came, soup and bread and salad, then the main dishes came and the portions were huge. Each dish was enough for two people for sure. The food was tasty and comforting. I ate a lot there and I have no regret. The service was good.

Adderss: Gangwon-do Chuncheon-si, su myeon, hyeon am-ri 697-3

Phone: (033) 244-6080

Chicken Fried Rice

Cheese Pasta

4- Jacaranda cafe, they serve pizza, pasta, and pork cutlet and drinks. Most of the dishes include pork. The prices are high and the potions are regular size. The decoration is nice.

Phone: 070-8830-6271

Gorgonzola Pizza 

5- East River Restaurant, we ordered dalkalbi and potato jeon. The dalkalbi was ok, the potato jeon was good. The service was bad and I won't go there again.

Address: Gangwon-do Chuncheon-si, sa bok myeon, otan 2 ri 566-2.

Phone: (033) 243-5545

Potato Jeon

6- River Story Cafe, a lovely little cafe and restaurant with nice atmosphere. Phone: (033)243-6353

Address: gangwon-do Chuncheon-si Su Myeon Bak sa ro 1210.