Seorak-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sinheungsa Temple showing religious aspects, interior views and a temple or place of worship
Sinheungsa Temple showing heritage architecture, a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Sinheungsa Temple which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship
Sinheungsa Temple featuring interior views and religious aspects
Photo provided by Korea Tourism Organization
Photo provided by Korea Tourism Organization

Popular places to visit

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

Sinheungsa Temple

4/5(1 review)

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
Gwongeumseong Fortress

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
Sokcho Beach

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
Sokcho which includes a water park, a pool and interior views

Seorak Waterpia

3/5(1 review)

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

Seorak Waterpia
Dongmyeong Port

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 Expo Tower

Sokcho Expo Tower

Find out about the history of Sokcho when you take a trip to Sokcho Expo Tower. Wander the seaside and parks in the area.

Sokcho Expo Tower

Activities

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

NZ$152
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Full-Day Tour in Mt. Seorak & Nami

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

NZ$135
per adult
Full-Day Tour in Mt. Seorak & Nami (+Rail Bike Option)
Mt. Seorak National Park

Hiking Mt Seoraksan National Park

NZ$614
per adult
Hiking Mt Seoraksan National Park
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Our pick of the best Seorak-dong Hotel Deals

Kensington Hotel Seorak
Kensington Hotel Seorak
4 out of 5
998, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho, Gangwon
The price is NZ$121 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$121
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (29 reviews)
Avoid this dump at all costs.
"Absolutely disgusting hotel. How on earth earth this place won any awards recently blows my mind. Or gets good reviews. I feel scammed by the reviews. The floors are uneven, notes on the bed telling you expect bugs from the outside and mold growing on walls everywhere. Everything smells musty and ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Kensington Hotel Seorak
Seolak Resortel
Seolak Resortel
2.5 out of 5
167, Cheongbong-ro, Sokcho, Gangwon
Stay at this hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Seorak Waterpia and Dongmyeong Port are located ...
다른 곳 이용하시길 추천합니다
"설악동 인근에 잘곳이 거의 없긴했습니다만 그래도 좀 무서웠습니다 ㅎㅎ 속초인근 모텔 이용하시길 추천합니다"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2022

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Seolak Resortel
Seoraksan Park
Seoraksan Park
2 out of 5
11, Cheongbong-ro 6-gil, Sokcho, Gangwon
Stay at this guesthouse in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Seorak Waterpia and Dongmyeong Port are located ...
6.8/10 (52 reviews)
"The front desk staff was asleep when I arrived and told me I had no reservation. The property looks old and dirty. The refund was not easy."

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2022

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Seoraksan Park
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
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Seorak Waterpia and Dongmyeong Port are located ...
Quaint hotel with great hospitality
"Mt Seorak the East Sea and Hot spring was a quaint hotel with lovely hospitable hosts. It was conveniently located only 10 min by bus from Seoraksan National Park. The usual amenities were provided and there was a nice hot spring water shower which was great after a day of trekking. The bed was firm ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2024

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Mt Seorak the East Sea and Hot spring
Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel and Residence
Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel and Residence
3.5 out of 5
266 Jungang-ro, Sokcho, Gangwon
The price is NZ$104 per night from 25 June to 26 June
NZ$104
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (777 reviews)
"바다 가깝고 직원분들 친절하고 이용하기 참 좋았습니다~ 휴가 때 또 올게요!!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Sokcho I Park Suite Hotel and Residence
Cassia Sokcho
Cassia Sokcho
5 out of 5
120 Daepohanghuimang-gil, Sokcho
The price is NZ$293 per night from 25 June to 26 June
NZ$293
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sokcho. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sokcho Beach and Dongmyeong Port are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (295 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Cassia Sokcho
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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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Abai Village

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

Abai Village

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