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Dongmyeong Live Fish Center

Dongmyeong Live Fish Center

동명활어센터 · Gangwon · Traditional markets

Dongmyeong Live Fish Center, operated by the Sokcho Fisheries Cooperative, is located at Dongmyeong Port in Sokcho. The first floor is lined with hoe (sliced raw fish) shops, where freshly caught fish swim in clear tanks and are prepared on the spot, making the slicing process part of the experience. After selecting your hoe, you can enjoy your meal in the spacious second-floor restaurant. Known for its freshness and reliability, the center is especially popular during the summer season. Conveniently located next to the Sokcho Intercity Bus Terminal, it also offers views of the open East Sea and easy access to nearby attractions such as Yeonggeumjeong Pavilion, Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory, and Deungdae Beach.

TypeTraditional markets
RegionGangwon
Address50 Yeonggeumjeong-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Hours07:00-21:00
ClosedN/A (Open all year round)
ParkingAvailable

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

Within walking distance

Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory (속초등대전망대)
right next door

Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory

Dongmyeong Port Pojangmacha Alley (동명항 포장마차 거리)
600 m walk

Dongmyeong Port Pojangmacha Alley

Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market (속초 관광수산시장)
1200 m walk

Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market

Museum X (뮤지엄엑스)
1.2 km away

Museum X

Yeongnangho Lake Beombawi Rock (범바위)
1.8 km away

Yeongnangho Lake Beombawi Rock

Cheongchoho Lake (청초호)
2.0 km away

Cheongchoho Lake

Sokcho Eye (속초아이대관람차)
2.2 km away

Sokcho Eye

Sokcho Beach (속초해수욕장)
2.2 km away

Sokcho Beach