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Chuncheon, Korea

Chuncheon (Korean: 춘천) is the capital city of Gangwon Province, South Korea. Its population is about 290,000 as of 2026.

Type City

Why go

  • City in Gangwon, South Korea.
  • Served by Baekui-ri (G-228) Airfield.

History

Chuncheon (Korean: 춘천) is the capital city of Gangwon Province, South Korea. Its population is about 290,000 as of 2026. It has a long history dating back to the Paleolithic Age. Its economy is dominated by the service sector. It produces hydroelectric power through dams such as the Soyang Dam and Uiam Dam.

Restaurants & places to go

Coffee Shop, Cafe · 스타벅스 춘천석사 DT(드라이브 스루)점 · istarbucks.co.kr
Indoor
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway, delivery · burgerking.co.kr
Indoor
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway, delivery · 2173 영서로, 춘천시, 24446 · mcdonalds.co.kr
Indoor
Burger, Fast Food · Features: outdoor seating, takeaway, delivery · lotteria.com
Indoor
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe · istarbucks.co.kr
Indoor
Burger, Chicken, Fast Food · Burger/Chicken fast food · momstouch.co.kr
Indoor
Fast Food · fast food · burgerking.co.kr
Indoor
Tea, Coffee Shop, Cafe · Tea/Coffee Shop cafe · 63 금베이길, 춘천시, 24212 · instagram.com
Indoor

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Airports

G-213 Airport 34 km to the centre
Ha-myeon, 41, KR
Outdoor
G-307 Airport 3.4 km to the centre
Yulmun-ri, 42, KR
Outdoor
G-311 Airport 16 km to the centre
Gandong-myeon, 42, KR
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Soyanggangyeogaek Terminal
Ferry terminal · 9 km from the centre
Outdoor
품걸리선착장
Ferry terminal · 15 km from the centre
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Baekui-ri (G-228) Airfield; 20 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Soyanggangyeogaek Terminal, 9 km).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Chuncheon, Korea. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach