Nami Island
A crescent-shaped river island near Gapyeong famous for its tree-lined lanes and seasonal colours.
Why go
Nami Island (Namiseom) is a small, car-free island in the river near Gapyeong, reached by a short ferry — or a zip-line — from the mainland.
It's beloved for its straight, tree-lined lanes, especially the metasequoia and gingko avenues, which turn spectacular in autumn and glow with lights in winter.
The island rose to fame as a filming location for the K-drama Winter Sonata, and it's now one of the most popular day trips from Seoul, paired easily with the gardens nearby.
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Good to know
- Come early on a weekday to enjoy the lanes before the tour crowds arrive.
- It's a classic combo with the Garden of Morning Calm or the Gangchon rail bike nearby.
- The ferry runs regularly; a zip-line is a fun alternative way across.
- Autumn foliage and the winter lights are the most photogenic seasons.
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