Seorak-dong

Sokcho

Seoraksan National Park, the third highest mountain in South #Korea
Seoraksan National Park, the third highest mountain in South #Korea
Seoraksan, Inje-gun, South Korea
The monks ever did know where to find the best places
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In Seoraksan you will often see waterfalls, but you have to keep the eyes open - and some of them you only see when it was recently raining - this is one of those which will disappear some days after the rain
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Popular places to visit

Sinheungsa Temple showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture

Sinheungsa Temple

Amid the majestic mountains of Seoraksan National Park sits an ancient Zen Buddhist temple and a monument to a peaceful unification for Korea.

Sinheungsa Temple
The view of Seorak national park from cable car

Seorak Cable Car

You can take time to visit Seorak Cable Car during your travels to Sokcho. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Seorak Cable Car
Seorak Mt. gwongeumseong fortress which is dyed with red leaves and buddha statue of Sinheungsa temple looking at it. Sokcho Gangwon Province, Korea; Shutterstock ID 743778805; purchase_order: SF 0655

Gwongeumseong Fortress

Learn about the local history of Sokcho when you spend time at Gwongeumseong Fortress. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Gwongeumseong Fortress
stone beach of sokcho in republic of korea; Shutterstock ID 1007036608; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:

Sokcho Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sokcho Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sokcho. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

Sokcho Beach
Night view of Dongmyeong harbor

Dongmyeong Port

Explore the waterfront in Sokcho with a trip to Dongmyeong Port. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Dongmyeong Port
Sokcho which includes a water park, interior views and swimming

Seorak Waterpia

Make a splash in the hot-spring swimming pools and hot tubs, enjoy the picturesque mountain views and ride into The Maelstrom.

Seorak Waterpia

Things to do

Mt. Seorak

Full-Day Tour in Mt. Seorak & Nami (+Rail Bike Option)

S$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Mt. Seorak & Nami (+Rail Bike Option)
Bukhansan

[Premium Private Tour] Mt Seorak & East Sea or Nami island from Seoul

S$634
per adult
[Premium Private Tour] Mt Seorak & East Sea or Nami island from Seoul
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Top hotels in Seorak-dong

Sorak Y Hostel

Sorak Y Hostel

3 out of 5
173 Cheongbong-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is S$46 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
S$46
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Chucksan Footbath Park are located ...
7/10 Good! (21 reviews)
The property needs to be renovated and the area is too dark during the night.

Reviewed on 26 Nov, 2025

Sorak Y Hostel
Kensington Hotel Seorak

Kensington Hotel Seorak

4 out of 5
998, Seoraksan-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is S$109 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
S$109
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)
Convenient location 5 minute walk to Seoraksan Park entrance. Bus stop to Sokcho right in front of hotel. Warm room and they upgraded to room with two double beds with mountain view, much appreciated. However, room service non-existent. Neither of the 2 hotel restaurants were open for dinner. We ...

Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025

Kensington Hotel Seorak
Mt Seorak the East Sea and Hot spring

Mt Seorak the East Sea and Hot spring

3 out of 5
213, Cheongbong-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is S$63 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
S$63
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Chucksan Footbath Park are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (23 reviews)
Very good place

Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025

Mt Seorak the East Sea and Hot spring
Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel and Resort

Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel and Resort

4 out of 5
266 Jungang-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is S$52 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$52
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel and Resort
Sokcho Mari Vista Hotel

Sokcho Mari Vista Hotel

4 out of 5
4027 Donghae-daero Sokcho Gangwon
The price is S$33 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
S$33
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Dongmyeong Port are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (218 reviews)
this time the room was too small even if i selected the same room type and paid the same price. i guess you gotta have luck when assigned a room.

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Sokcho Mari Vista Hotel
Ramada Sokcho Hotel

Ramada Sokcho Hotel

4 out of 5
106, Daepohanghuimang-gil Sokcho Gangwon-do
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$78 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
S$78
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
It was ok

Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Seorak-dong

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Daepo-dong

While visiting Daepo-dong, you might make a stop by sights like Daepo Port and Sokcho Beach.

Daepo-dong
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Cheongho-dong

Though Cheongho-dong may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cheongcho Lake and Dongmyeong Port.

Cheongho-dong
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Abai Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Abai Village and surrounding area, you can visit Cheongcho Lake and Dongmyeong Port.

Abai Village

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