About South Korea

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of South Korea attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

General information

Long straight beaches dominate the coast of South Korea. Large spaces mean you can always find a comfortable place to relax. That is why travelers appreciate these places so much. One of the disadvantages of this type of beach is the scarce natural shade, so if you choose to relax on the wild part of the coast, be prepared to be alone with the scorching sun without the opportunity to take cover in a cool shade.

Most beaches of South Korea are located within the boundaries of settlements, so natural landscapes are not so frequent here. Lovers of beauty are better off focusing on studying the local traditional architecture and interesting features of life. But wherever you are, if you can get up early and see the morning sea, then a portion of beauty is always guaranteed to you.

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Popular destinations

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Gangwon

56 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Good for Snorkeling

North Gyeongsang

30 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Good for Relax

South Chungcheong

29 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach

South Gyeongsang

27 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

South Jeolla

24 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow

Busan

7 beaches
Picturesque • Football ground • Good for Kayaking

Ulsan

6 beaches
Picturesque • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball

Incheon

4 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking

North Jeolla

4 beaches
Cliffs • Good for Kayaking • Beach volleyball

Gyeonggi

1 beach
Kite or windsurfing • Wild camping • Good for Relax
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South Korea Best beaches

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Senior friendly

Haeundae Beach

Jung-dong 1.4 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded
7.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Gwangalli Beach

Namcheon-dong 1.2 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ilgwang Beach

Ilgwang-eup 0.5 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Songdo Beach

Amnam-dong 0.1 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Daecheon Beach

Sinheuk-dong 1.6 km

8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Very crowded • Large low tide
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Songjeong Beach

Songjeong-dong 0.6 km

8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index

Popular types of South Korea beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 188 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in South Korea.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of South Korea, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 126 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 81 beaches in the country have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in South Korea is less than 500 meters. 186 beaches are relatively easy to access, and 2 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of South Korea beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Dozens of beaches in South Korea attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all surfers, sup boarders, kayakers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, South Korea is the perfect place for you. More than 20 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Surfing. There is probably no person in the world who has never seen these talented boys and girls riding the wave. Whether you are a professional surfer or just an athlete with a brave heart, the beaches of South Korea will suit both of you, as this country is quite popular among surfers. There are about 23 beaches good suitable for surfing, choose carefully, don't miss the beach of your dream!
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 12 beaches in South Korea can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Songdo Beach, Sulli Beach.

Do you love an active lifestyle but would prefer something other than water activities? Then on the beaches of South Korea you can actively spend time playing volleyball. Although this country does not have the privileged status of the volleyball capital of World, it may well compete for this title because there are about 12 beaches where you can play volleyball.

For campers, important information is the availability of campsites in the country. There are such places near the 78 beaches of South Korea. 36 of them are a kind of wild camp, formed spontaneously by lovers of this type of recreation and did not have an infrastructure. 42 of them are official campsites, with all the necessary (showers, toilets, shops, cafes).

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Please note that lifeguards supervise 65 beaches in the country, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in South Korea? In total there are 188 beaches and the most popular is Haeundae Beach.

Most viewed beaches of South Korea

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in South Korea?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in South Korea, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 188 beaches in total, of which about 70 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in South Korea:

View all beaches in South Korea and create your selection by features

How to view only nearest to me beaches in South Korea?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in South Korea, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

See also: View all beaches in South Korea and create your selection by features.

What are all easy accessible beaches in South Korea?

Most of the beaches located in South Korea are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in South Korea by access:

See also the categories:

Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in South Korea:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in South Korea?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

Other popular categories

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How to find uncrowded beaches in South Korea?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in South Korea by occupancy.

Popular categories:

If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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Which beaches in South Korea are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

How to view all beaches by amenities details in South Korea?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

See also:

View all beaches in South Korea and select by specific amenities

How to view all beaches by activity of interest in South Korea?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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