Fun & Entertainment
Includes outdoor and indoor activities such as arts, theater, historical places, and parks.
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Bukhansan Hiking Itinerary in Seoul
Looking for a hiking adventure? Seoul is more than just one of the biggest cities in the world, it’s also a great hiking destination. Bukhansan National Park provides sweeping and it can be easily hiked in a day from Pyeongtaek. About Our Day Trip Friends recently invited hiking at Bukhansan National Park in Seoul. The day was perfect despite a few hurdles along the way, like timing. We recommend leaving as early as possible from Pyeongtaek for any hikes you want to do in Seoul. Coffee and Baked Goods We…
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Best Character Cafes in Korea
Looking for the best character cafes in Korea? Then, we have you covered with this great list. Korean Cafe Culture is beyond compare, and these cafes (and restaurants) will provide incredible character drinks and experiences and great photo opportunities! So, if you are looking for Classic American characters like Charlie Brown, Anime, literary favorites, and more, then check out these wonderful character cafes in Korea! Where Fandom Meets Café Culture In South Korea, cafés are often more than just a place to grab coffee , they exist as a unique…
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Korean Travel & Adventure, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, September in South Korea
Fall Festivals in South Korea
Do you love a fun festival on a beautiful fall day? Don’t miss the fall festivals across South Korea. If you already know about festival culture in South Korea, click here to jump to the festival list. Fall in South Korea Many consider Autumn in South Korea as September, October, and November. Therefore, we have selected festivals ranging from September to November for our Fall Festivals list. During these months the weather quickly changes, the leaves turn, and the cold weather begins to move in. South of Seoul volunteers choose…
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Breweries, Pubs, & Craft Beer, Hiking in Korea, November in South Korea, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Best Korean Craft Beer Spots for Fall
Enjoy the fall locations for Korean craft beer. In this post, we share the best places for fall colors and cool brews. Autumn in South Korea Autumn is the best season in Korea. The season is marked by pleasant weather with high clouds and low pollution. The rice fields and other crops will be harvested, and families will celebrate Chuseok. Then the trees will begin to change color. Gingko trees will drop their pungent fruit and then turn a bright yellow. Maples will follow with colors ranging from orange to…
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Yongin Korean Folk Village Itinerary
Korea has a plethora of folk villages where you can learn about Korean history during different eras. Take a day for this Yongin Korean Folk Village itinerary and enjoy all the expansive, family-friendly park has to offer. Also, this particularly itinerary happens all in one place! About Folk Villages In South Korea Korea has many different types of folk villages across the country. Folk villages provide a way for Korean citizens, residents, and tourists to learn more about Korean culture. Each folk village may focus on one particular historical time…
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90+ Best Things to Do Near Pyeongtaek
Looking for the best things to do near Pyeongtaek? South of Seoul volunteers looked through posts in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group and the Pyeongtaek Travelers group, then cross-referenced the information with Naver to compile the following lists. Jump straight to the List of Things do Do Near Pyeongtaek, or keep reading for additional information if you are new to Korea. Areas Near Pyeongtaek Each of the included administrative districts shares a border with Pyeongtaek. The list below includes activities in: Asan Dangjin Hwaseong Osan Anseong Cheonan Yongin Travel…
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10 Top Things to Do in Yongin
Looking for the top things to do in Yongin? Jump straight to the list or take your time and learn more about Yongin and navigating Korean life in more rural areas. About Yongin Yongin sits next to Suwon and just south of Seoul in the Gyeonngi-do. Since Yongin is one of the larger cities in Gyeonngido by landmass, the city even extends down to connect with Pyeongtaek on the northeastern cover of Pyeontaek-si. Yongin feels both like a city or the countryside depending on where you live. Due to its…
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Hobbies for Making Friends in Korea
Recently we posted Tips for Making Friends in Korea and we mentioned embracing your hobbies. Of course, that’s easier said than done. You’ve moved to a new country and language limitations may make accessing your hobby difficult. I want to help make it easier by connecting you with groups in Korea where you can search for connections. About the Following Hobby List Koreans absolutely love indulging in hobbies. The country is filled with clubs, academies, and groups for just about any hobby you can think of. Additionally, if you join…
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Intro to Cross-Country Cycling in South Korea
You may find cycling cross-country in South Korea surprisingly doable with the proximity of towns, regular services, and extensive river bike paths. I personally think that South Korea may be one of the best places to do extended cycling trips since you can carry next to nothing and still ride for days easily. Let’s take a quick look at what riding in Korea may look like for you based on my experiences. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible…
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Korean Q-Code Support Options
Are you having issues with the Korean Q-Code system? Looking for Korean Q-Code Support options? Korea requires incoming tourists to create a Q-code for entry into South Korea and it’s not easy for everyone to use for two reasons: Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team…


























