Kangwon Land Casino: Korea's only casino open to Korean nationals
Kangwon Land Casino sits in Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do, and holds a unique place in Korea's gaming landscape — it's the only casino in the country that allows Korean citizens to gamble on-site. Opened in October 2000, it operates as part of Kangwon Land Resort, a larger leisure complex with 477 guestrooms, so you can stay overnight if you're planning a longer trip.
The casino runs 10 AM to 6 AM the next day, every single day of the year, so there's no guessing about closures. If you're an overseas visitor curious about how Korean gaming venues operate, or you're staying at the resort and want to explore what's available on-site, this is the place. The resort itself functions as a full leisure destination, not just a gaming floor — the guestroom option means you can make it a proper overnight stay rather than a day trip.
For specifics on table games, entry requirements for international visitors, or current promotions, the Korea Tourism Organization's travel hotline (+82-2-1330, with English support) or the direct line (+82-1588-7789) can walk you through what to expect before you go.
Plan your visit
Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
- Address
- 265, High1-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
- Hours
- 10AM – 6AM (next day), open daily
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