Travel guide to Nami Island, South Korea in autumn! Mysterious stamps produced by an island country💌

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Nami Island attracts many tourists in autumn with its spectacular maple leaves and pleasant climate. If you want to know the weather conditions of the day, you can check the daily posts on Xiaohongshu to know the condition of the ginkgo trees on that day.

### 1. Basic Information
- **Location**: Nami Island is located in Gapyeong District, Gangwon Province, South Korea.
- **transportation**:
- **From Seoul**: Take the subway to Cheongnyangni Station, then transfer to the intercity bus (to Gapyeong Station) for about 1 hour. You can also take KTX to Gapyeong Station, which is convenient and fast.
- **After arriving in Gapyeong**: Take a ferry to Nami Island, the journey takes about 10 minutes.

### 2. Autumn travel season
- **Best viewing period**: Usually from mid-October to early November. The specific time will vary depending on the climate. It is recommended to check the local maple leaf forecast in advance.

### 3. Ticket Prices
- **Ferry ticket**: Round trip fare is about 13,000 KRW (adult), children's fare is lower, specific prices can be checked on the official website.
- **Visiting the island**: No additional entrance fee is required to enter the island, but certain activities or museums may charge a fee.

### 4. Must-see attractions
- **Ginkgo Avenue**: This long path of ginkgo trees turns golden in autumn and is the perfect spot for taking photos.
- **Maple Avenue**: Take a walk along the trails to enjoy the beauty of the leaves changing colors, especially along the trails along the lake.
- **Nami Island Folk Art Garden**: A place that showcases local culture and art, and often hosts special autumn events.

### 5. Food Recommendations
- **Local snacks**: At the small stalls on the island, you can taste fried chicken, barbecue and dishes from different countries. Be sure to try their sugar-scallion pancakes and red bean buns.
- **Nami Island Specialties**: It depends on personal preference. Personally, I like postcards from women who buy them. You can ask the store clerk for stamps unique to Nami Island!

### 6. Notes
- **Weather**: The weather in Nami Island in autumn is pleasant, but it may be a little cool in the morning and evening. It is recommended to wear layered clothing to adjust easily.
- **Crowded attractions**: Autumn is the peak tourist season in Nami Island. It is recommended to plan your trip in advance and leave early to avoid the crowds.
- **Photography etiquette**: Respect other tourists, keep quiet, and do not disturb the local ecological environment.

### 8. Other Activities
- **Bicycle rental**: The island offers bicycle rental services. Cycling around the island is a great way to enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery.
- **Hiking**: There are many trails on the island, suitable for hiking and exploring the natural scenery of autumn.

Post by ELIZA yHW | Sep 25, 2024

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