Address

1085, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
강원도 속초시 설악산로 1085 (설악동)

Type

Mountains

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-636-4300

Homepage

www.sorakcablecar.co.kr (Korean, English, Japanese)

• Information
  Introduction
  The best way to see Seoraksan Mountain is by taking the Seorak Cable Car when you're on a tight schedule. However, it is so popular that you sometimes have to wait in line for approximately 2 to 3 hours during the peak seasons (summer vacation and fall foliage seasons) and during the weekends, but during off-seasons, the cable car can be boarded without having to wait in line. By riding up and down the cable car, visitors can view the fascinating rock formations of the Gwongeumseong region as well as the Sogongwon area, Jeohangnyeong, and Ulsanbawi Rock to the north. To the northeast, downtown Sokcho and the East Sea comes into view.
  
  After getting off the cable car, visitors can take a 20 to 30 minute hike to Gwongeumseong to get a birds-eye-view of Oe-Serok. The cable car ascends at a relatively high speed with some excitement. Safety is assured and the scenery can be enjoyed with the guided tour in the cable car. It runs even when it is raining or snowing, but operation may be suspended under windy conditions.
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  * The operation of the cable car can be cancelled due to bad weather conditions or regular checkups.
  
  Duration
  5 min (one-way)
  
  Operating Hours
  Hours are subject to change, refer to the official website for details.
  
  Maximum Occupancy
  50 people
  
  Parking Facilities
  Use the parking lot located at the Seoraksan National Park
  
  Admission Fees
  Round-trip: Adults 10,000 won / Children 6,000 won
  * Adults: age of 14 and older (middle school students and above)
  * Children: ages of 3-13 / Children under 36 months old can enter free of charge
  * Note: in order to use the cable car, visitors must pay admission to Seoraksan National Park as the property is located inside the park.
  
  
  Available Facilities
  Seorak-dong: Restaurants, cafe, gift shop, observatory
  Gwongeumseong Fortress: Observatory, snack bar, cafe
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Facilities for the Handicapped
  Separate restrooms, elevator
  
  Pets
  Not permitted
  
  
• Tourist Sites

  • 

    Seoraksan National Park (Oeseorak; Outer Seorak) (설악산국립공원 (외설악))

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : National & Provincial & County Parks
    With its highest point, Daecheongbong Peak, located 1,708 m above ground, Seoraksan Mountain is one of the most beautiful mountains in Korea, boasting a variety...

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    Sinheungsa Temple (Seoraksan) (신흥사(설악산))

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Temples/ Religious Sites
    Sinheungsa (신흥사) is a short 10min walk away from the entrance to Sogongwon. In fact, many visit because of its close proximity to Sogongwon. Sinheungsa is a tem...

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    Gwongeumseong Fortress (설악산 권금성)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Gwongeumseong Fortress is the site of a castle ruins located on Seoraksan Mountain, and it is also known as Mt. Onggeumsan Castle, or Toto Castle. It is located...

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    Biryongpokpo Falls (비룡폭포)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Waterfalls/ Valleys/ Mineral Springs
    Biryongpokpo Falls is located at the center bewteen Yukdampokpo Falls and Towangseongpokpo Falls. The falling water of the loud and magnificent Biryongpokpo Fal...

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    Seoraksan National Park Visitor Center (설악산 탐방안내소)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Exhibition & Memorial Halls
    Seoraksan National Park Visitor Center provides comprehensive information on the national park for visitors, and serves as a cultural center. Construction start...

• Accommodation

  • 

    Kensington Stars Hotel (켄싱턴스타호텔)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Kensington Star Hotel is the world's first Theme Hotel, where 43 of its 109 guestrooms are decorated with gifts from international celebrities. The hotel has be...

  • 

    Newstart Seorak Resort (뉴스타트 설악리조트)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Situated at the entrance to the beautiful Seoraksan National Park in Sokcho, Gangwon-do Province, Newstart Seorak Resort is a two-story building surrounded by s...

  • 

    I'Park Condominium (아이파크콘도)

    Region : Goseong-gun Gangwon-do
    Type : Condominium
    I-Park Condo is a condominium-style accommodation located in harmony with nature. The rooms are comfortable and clean, and the hotel staff aim to make each gues...

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    Hotel Sorak Kyoyuk Munhwa Hoekwan (설악교육문화회관)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Family Hotel
    

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    Cheoksan Spa (척산온천장)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Nestled at the foot of Seoraksan National Park, Cheoksan Spa was designated as a national authority spa due to its clean water. Visitors can stay here in comfor...

• Restaurants

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    Hansongjeong Garden (한송정가든)

    Region : Sokcho-si Gangwon-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Hansongjeong Garden is owned by a first-rate chef who only uses carefully selected ingredients. The owner-chef won the Grand Prize in the SIFE Seoul Internation...

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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Bus]
  From Seoul Express Bus Terminal, take a bus to Sokcho Intercity Bus Terminal.
  - From Sokcho Terminal, take Bus No. 7 or 7-1.
  - Get off at Seorak-dong Sogongwon Bus Stop (the last stop / approx. 30 min).
  
  

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