Photo of Ando Beach with bright sand & rocks surface

Photo of Ando Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Ando Beach with partly clean level of cleanliness

7.3

Good

Ando Beach

Soyul, South Korea

#17 out of 24 in South Jeolla

7.3

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Ando-ri • 0.6 km

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About

Ando Beach is located on the Sea of Japan (part of Pacific ocean) and it is in the 17th place out of 24 beaches in the South Jeolla region 142.2 km away from its center, the city of Jindo-eup. It is one of the beaches of Ando-ri settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Ando Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Ando Beach is located in South Jeolla within Ando-ri, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Ando-ri island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

6.7 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Ando-ri • 0.6 km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Ando-ri • 680m

Main locality of province

Jindo-eup • 142.2km

Transport

Airport

RSU • 43km

Bus Station

Yonghwasa Temple • 66.2km

Train Station

Banseong • 86.2km

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Average Reviews rating

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Jae Min LEE

10 Exceptional

The beach offers stunning scenery and is blissfully crowd-free, making it a must-visit destination in one's lifetime.

March 2023

J Joon

10 Exceptional

The water is clean, the sand is beautiful, and it's not crowded.

March 2023

YJL

10 Exceptional

The serene view of the beach has a therapeutic effect on me. Additionally, it's worth mentioning that the beach is accessible to the public without any entry fee.

March 2023

Eira Lee

10 Exceptional

Good

March 2023

Nutbutterfish

8 Very good

The beach has free public entry and there aren't many visitors, which unfortunately means the service around the area isn't great.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Ando Beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Ando Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ando Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Ando Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Ando Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Ando Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ando Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Ando Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ando Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ando Beach.

How far is the Ando Beach from parking?

The Ando Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Ando Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ando Beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ando Beach (South Jeolla) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Ando Beach (South Jeolla) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.