Nami Island Wharf — Attraction in Gyeonggi

Nami Island is a beautiful tourist destination located in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, South Korea. It gained international fame as a filming location for the Korean drama 'Winter Sonata.' Originally a natural island, it became an artificial one in 1965 with the construction of the Chuncheon Dam.

Nami Island is popular among visitors for hosting various cultural events and art galleries. The entire island is eco-friendly, filled with various sculptures and artworks, offering a pleasant experience for visitors. Within the island, there are several cafes and restaurants where visitors can relax and dine at their leisure.

The island is a fusion of traditional Korean culture and modern art, offering a range of activities. Visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities such as cycling, walking, and jogging on the island, and there are several points on the island where they can appreciate the beautiful natural scenery. Especially, the central lake on the island is a great place for visitors to rest and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Since gaining fame as the filming location for 'Winter Sonata,' Nami Island has been considered a must-visit place among fans of Korean culture. There are also shops selling various memorabilia related to the drama, providing a unique experience for the fans.

Additionally, Nami Island hosts various cultural events and festivals. For example, cherry blossom festivals in spring and autumn foliage festivals in the fall are organized, along with various other seasonal events planned throughout the year, offering new experiences to visitors year-round.

Thanks to its variety of attractions and activities, and its reputation as a filming location for a popular drama, Nami Island has established itself as a popular travel destination for both domestic and international tourists. It is a place where the nature, culture, and arts of South Korea harmoniously blend together, providing unforgettable memories for...

This is my second time at this island. It is a peaceful and tranquil place to stroll around, despite the amount of tourists, the island is very big, so there's still a lot of area where it is pretty quiet.

There are also public restroom and food areas where you can get some food.

There's also some animals where you can see on the island. I saw ostriches during autumn, and wild rabbit during winter.

During autumn though, there were lots of small flying insects that will fly into your face or fly above your head to get warmth from you but they will die very quickly once they land on you. I have no idea what they are but it does not seem to bother most people as they seem pretty harmless.

During winter, they have this ice sledding area where people can ride a float down the pile of snow. Temperature here is still comfortable....

Nami Island Wharf is a ferry wharf that serves Nami Island. It is located in Chuncheon, Gangwon-do, South Korea. The wharf is a popular tourist destination, as it is the main way to get to Nami Island. We visited during the peak autumn season on a Saturday. There was a large influx of visitors, but the management was poor with only a few staff at the gate and no proper queuing system. Ferry costs 14000 KRW for adults. You can also take zipline or speedboats to go to Nami island.

The wharf has a number of amenities, including a waiting area, a ticket office, and a convenience store. There are also a number of restaurants and cafes located near the wharf.

To get to Nami Island Wharf, you can take a bus from Chuncheon Station. The bus ride takes...