Seorak-dong Travel Guide

Sokcho

Sinheungsa temple in Seoraksan National Park, Seoraksan, South Korea
Sinheungsa temple is situated on the slopes of Seoraksan in Sokcho, Gangwon Province, South Korea.
Sinheungsa temple in Seoraksan National Park, Seoraksan, South Korea
Sinheungsa temple in Seoraksan National Park, Seoraksan, South Korea
Sinheungsa Temple on a Clear Day

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

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 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
Seorak Waterpia

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

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Top hotels in Seorak-dong

Kensington Hotel Seorak

Kensington Hotel Seorak

4 out of 5
998, Seoraksan-ro Sokcho Gangwon
The price is Rp1.078.676 per night from 18 May to 19 May
Rp1.078.676
Rp1.474.366 total
18 May - 19 May
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
Great breakfast buffet, closes hotel and walkable to the entry of the park, wonderful views with rooftop lounge. The hotel is very outdated though with a musky smell. I don't believe any of the furnishing have ever been updated. But we still enjoyed the hotel and would stay there again.

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

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 Rp778.477 per night from 11 May to 12 May
Rp778.477
Rp856.320 total
11 May - 12 May
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (25 reviews)
Very good place

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Mt Seorak the East Sea and Hot spring
Smile Resort

Smile Resort

2.5 out of 5
5-9, Cheongbong-ro 5-gil Sokcho Gangwon
The price is Rp560.275 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
Rp560.275
Rp677.934 total
7 Jun - 8 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Sokcho. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Chucksan Footbath ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)
Mrs Kim was an amazing host with a beautiful smile. Rooms were clean and a good value for our budget. We didnt lack anything there. A good continental breakfast got us going in the morning and she helped us with finding places to visit. If we return we know where we are welcomed!

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Smile Resort
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 Rp605.401 per night from 14 May to 15 May
Rp605.401
Rp665.941 total
14 May - 15 May
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
Excellent !!

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

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 Rp534.235 per night from 10 May to 11 May
Rp534.235
Rp587.658 total
10 May - 11 May
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (284 reviews)
Great breakfast! Nice room with water views! Top Sikcho location

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Sokcho Mari Vista Hotel
Ocean to you Resort Sokcho Seorak Beach Hotel and condo

Ocean to you Resort Sokcho Seorak Beach Hotel and condo

4 out of 5
9, Sampohaebyeon-gil, Jugwang-myeon Goseong Gangwon
The price is Rp648.628 per night from 20 May to 21 May
Rp648.628
Rp713.491 total
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Goseong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sampo Beach and Bongsudae Beach are located ...
Ocean to you Resort Sokcho Seorak Beach Hotel and condo
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Other neighbourhoods around Seorak-dong

Sokcho Sea Gangwon do South Korea.

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

Seorak-dong Travel Guide