Sokcho
Travel guide

Sokcho

Beaches below Seoraksan's peaks

🗓️ Best time: May–June, September–October💰 Mid-Range · ~$85/day📍 South Korea

About Sokcho

An east-coast port town at the foot of dramatic Seoraksan National Park — hiking to granite peaks by day, fresh seafood and a beach boardwalk by evening.

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⭐ Things to do in Sokcho

Seoraksan National ParkUlsanbawi Rock hikeSinheungsa TempleSokcho BeachAbai Village ferryUlsanbawi granite ridgeYeongnangho LakeDaepohang fish market

🍽️ What to eat in Sokcho

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

DakgangjeongAbai sundae sausageFresh sashimi (hoe)Squid dishes

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Buses to the park; walkable town and beach.

💡 Local tip

Take the cable car up Seoraksan if you're short on time, or hike Ulsanbawi for the views.

🛡️ Safety

Generally safe — exercise normal travel awareness.

🌙 Nightlife

Relaxed seafood-and-soju evenings.

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