Photos are all that remain. It’s a common saying, but it holds true! A single photo taken during your travels can instantly bring back the mood, weather, and emotions shared with your friends and families on that day. Gangneung has countless spots where you can capture the perfect shot, but here are three standout locations. Whether you're a skilled photographer or not, simply pressing the camera button at these photo spots will give you a perfect shot. Are you ready to press the shutter? Let’s go make some memories!

Haslla Art World is nestled with the refreshing Jeongdongjin Beach in front and surrounded by Gwaebangsan Mountain behind. It is an art space where you can enjoy both nature and art, and cultural facilities include a museum hotel, outdoor sculpture park, contemporary art and marionette (Pinocchio) galleries, and a cafe.

Created by land artist Choi Ok-yeong and his wife artist Grace Park, this space is a work of art in itself. In an interview, Choi humbly said, “We just put a spoon on the great nature,” but their soul-infused works indeed enhance the natural playground connecting mountains, sea, and sky.

Haslla Art World offers not only the joy of viewing and imagining through its artworks, but also features unique photo spots that provide special memories. Setting against the nature as backdrop, the circular photo space captures a serene ambiance regardless of weather. While you might have to wait in a long line, one shot at this spot will leave you in awe. Feel the artistic spirit as you become part of the stunning artworks at Haslla Art World!
It’s an essential spot to add to your must-visit list of perfect photo spots.

A place where you can capture a treasured photo to look back on in the future.The second spot is the Gyeongpo Ecological Reservoir Metasequoia Road. In spring, it's adorned with canola flowers; in summer, lush greenery; and in autumn, delicate cosmos flowers create a fantastic landscape. The Metasequoia tree-lined road along the ecological reservoir is considered a must-visit photo spot in Gangneung.

The Gyeongpo Ecological Reservoir was created to regulate the amount of water flowing into Gyeongpo Lake during heavy rains. Besides this purpose, it features flower fields, bike paths, and exercise facilities, attracting visitors and locals alike. Famously known as a hot spot on social media, people come to take pictures only to find themselves in love with the ecological reservoir. It’s because you can encounter elegant swans between the floating mallards and the reeds.

Walking along the beautiful path with your pet, cycling couples, and strolling strangers all become part of a beautiful scene in this picturesque setting. Capturing each other within the frame create stronger bonds with magical moments to cherish.

A special fusion of technology and art, surpassing anything you can imagine. Experience the stunning digital waterfall dropping from 8 meters high, an endless mystical beach, lights illuminating the majestic Taebaek Mountains, and giant waves. With 12 diverse exhibitions that captivate the eyes and ears, it’s only available in Gangneung.

Recently becoming one of Gangneung's popular spots, Arte Museum is perfect for families, couples, friends, and even better if you visit alone. With intense visuals, stimulating sounds, and delicate scents enhancing the immersion, you’ll find yourself enchanted by the fantastic world created by light and sound.

Arte Museum is a media art exhibition space that opened in 2021. Unlike traditional galleries displaying paintings and sculptures, it offers an immersive experience. It is the third of its kind, following those in Jeju and Yeosu. Each of the 12 concepts is a photo spot in itself. Particularly in front of the massive “Sun,” radiating the energy of life, there’s always a long line of visitors eager to capture their perfect shot with the sun as their backdrop. Be careful not to bump into the mirrors scattered around. As you spend approximately an hour and a half exploring, you’ll end up with a collection of unforgettable photos.