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

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
Sinheungsa Temple which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

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
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
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Sokcho Beach

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

Sokcho Beach
Sokcho featuring a waterpark, 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
Moon Sculpture Overlooking Daepo Port at Daepo Port Observatory

Daepo Port

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

Daepo Port

Things to do

Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul

Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul

P3,555
per adult
Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Mt. Seorak

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

P5,034
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Mt. Seorak & Nami (+Rail Bike Option)
ARMY Winter Special: Follow Footsteps of BTS Day Tour from Seoul

ARMY Winter Special: Follow Footsteps of BTS Day Tour from Seoul

P4,278
per adult
ARMY Winter Special: Follow Footsteps of BTS Day Tour 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 P2,137 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
P2,137
P2,351 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Nov 26, 2025

Sorak Y Hostel
Kensington Hotel Seorak

Kensington Hotel Seorak

4 out of 5
998, Seoraksan-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is P4,746 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P4,746
P6,193 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 Dec 17, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P2,631 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
P2,631
P2,894 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Chucksan Footbath Park are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (23 reviews)
Very good place

Reviewed on Nov 5, 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 P2,923 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P2,923
P3,215 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (943 reviews)
Very clean room.

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

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 P1,865 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
P1,865
P2,052 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Dongmyeong Port are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (196 reviews)
The hotel was clean and had ample towels. I had a comfortable three-month stay. I will definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Sokcho Mari Vista Hotel
Sea Cruise Hotel

Sea Cruise Hotel

3.5 out of 5
273, Cheongchohoban-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is P2,631 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P2,631
P2,894 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great place to stay with amazing sunrise views over the ocean

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Sea Cruise Hotel
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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

Cheongho-dong might not have many top sights, but Cheongcho Lake and Dongmyeong Port are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cheongho-dong
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Abai Village

Though Abai Village might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cheongcho Lake and Dongmyeong Port.

Abai Village

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