Discover the beauty of the unique crescent island – Nami Island

Nami Island is the most popular tourist attraction right next to Seoul, suitable for a short day trip. The island has many beautiful natural scenes, fun activities suitable for all ages and a variety of culinary options.

This island, which was already famous, has become even more popular after the drama Winter Sonata aired. Whether you come to Nami Island because of your love for the drama or simply for the interesting experiences, this is a worthy next stop on your journey of discovery.

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Where is Nami Island?

Nami Island is located about 63km from Seoul in the direction of Chuncheon. Nami was originally just a small hill but it became a real island thanks to the construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam.

This 462,000m2 island impresses with its beautiful, straight roads lined with birch, pine and white fir trees. This is a great destination for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Address: 1 Namiseom-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon (강원 춘천시 남산면 남이섬길 1)
Opening hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 08:00 ~ 21:00
Friday, Saturday: 8:00 ~ 21:30
Estimated visit time: About 4 ~ 8 hours

Nami Island is located about 63km from Seoul in the direction of Chuncheon.

Sitting on the train, we can admire the beautiful scenery through the window that Mother Nature has bestowed upon this place. Arriving at Gapyeong Station, everyone takes a taxi to Nami Island. To get to Nami Island, we have to pay a visa fee and go through the symbolic immigration gate before boarding the ferry. This is also a very interesting thing because you are about to arrive in a new land.

When is the best time to travel to Nami Island?

The temperature of Nami Island, Korea will vary depending on the season, but in general, it is pleasant and convenient for traveling. Each season, the temperature of Nami Island, Korea will fluctuate with different intensities.

In spring

– In spring, the average temperature ranges from about 4 – 11°C.

– In summer the temperature is higher at about 21 – 26°C.

– In autumn the temperature gradually decreases to 5 – 13°C

– And in winter the temperature drops very low at 4 – 5°C.

So, Nami Island welcomes visitors at any time of the year to enjoy fun and sightseeing experiences.

From late April to the end of May, the weather gradually warms up, there is light yellow sunshine and the island is filled with pink mixed with the gentle fragrance of late-season cherry blossoms, in June and July, Nami brings fresh, cool air and turns to a fresh green color from the rows of trees covering the island. In October, the island exudes a poetic, romantic space thanks to the rows of maple and ginkgo trees stretching out.

In autumn

The reason people choose to travel to Nami Island, Korea is because the scenery here is more beautiful in each season. Nami Seoul Island has a large crescent shape, looking down from above Nami looks like a boat standing out on a long river. In the center of the island, there is a lush green lawn of up to 260,000 m2 surrounded by vegetation including jade trees and birch trees. In addition, the island yard also has a zoo, botanical garden, and attractive entertainment area.

Spring is the time when Nami Island’s cherry blossoms bloom, the sky is pink.

How to get to Nami Island?

To get to Nami Island, you can either take a ferry or use a service. There is no option to travel by road.

To get to Nami Island, you need to move from the ferry terminal to the island. Some popular means of transportation are:

Ferry:

General ferry fare: 8,000 won/time (for tourists) and 10,000 won/time (for Koreans).

Fixed operating hours:

From 7:30 to 9:00: 30 minutes/trip.

From 9:00 to 18:00: 10 – 20 minutes/trip.

From 18:00 to 21:40: 30 minutes/trip.

Cable Car:

Cable Car Ticket Price to the Island: 38,000 won/person for 2 ways.

Operating Hours: From 9:00 to 19:00.

Canoe: Canoe Ticket Price to the Island: 20,000 won/person.

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What fun activities are there on Nami Island?

Check-in at the legendary statue in the movie “Winter Sonata”

The legendary statue in the movie “Winter Sonata”

Nami Island is famous for the drama “Winter Sonata” and the two main characters, Bae Yong Joon and Choi Ji Woo, became famous throughout Asia in 2002. So when you set foot on Nami Island, take a photo of yourself at the statue that reminds of this couple so you can keep the memorable memory of the journey forever.

Immerse yourself in romantic natural scenery.

Romantic natural scenery

Every time you come to this Island, this place is covered with a beautiful natural beauty. For example, you can walk on the green tree-lined roads, relax your soul next to the lake, listen to the chirping birds… all are wonderful activities not to be missed.