Sokcho Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Sokcho
The population is about 83,000 (2022), the fifth largest inGangwon-doafterWonju,Chuncheon,Gangneung, andDonghae, and also ranks as the city with the highest population density in the province. In particular, it is the largest city north of the 38th parallel and the northernmost city in South Korea, being even higher in latitude than North Korea's Kaesong city. The two cities in South Korea farthest away from each other are Sokcho and Mokpo, separated by a distance of 530km. Along with Jumunjin in Gangneung-si, it is one of the major fishing ports on the east coast, and Seoraksan National Park occupies about half of the city's area.
Top Attractions in Sokcho
Explore the best things to see and do in Sokcho:
- ★Abai Village
- ★Biking
- ★East Sea
- ★Seorak Hanwha Waterpia
- ★Seoraksan National Park
- ★Sokcho Beach
- ★Sokcho Expo Tower
- ★Sokcho Sea Boat
Where to Eat in Sokcho
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Hang-A-Ri Mulhoe in Sokcho
- 🍴Mansuk Sweet and Sour Chicken
- 🍴sokcho_gobuk_e
- 🍴Wangshiprigoihanmadang
Where to Stay in Sokcho
- 🏨Beach Camping
- 🏨Donghae Condo
- 🏨Hanwha Resort
- 🏨Hotel Seorak Park
- 🏨James Blue Hostel
- 🏨Koresco
Sokcho Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: