100 Date Night Activities Near Pyeongtaek
While researching blogs for first date night ideas we came across a blog on Down Redbud Drive which detailed 100 date ideas for couples. We looked at the list of 100 date ideas and realized that those of us who live in Pyeongtaek have almost every single one of these ideas near us!
When there was a date idea that didn’t work, we subbed in another Pyeongtaek date idea to fit its place. We know you are going to love using this blog to plan your dates!
If you are associated with Camp Humphreys or Osan Air Force Base, you will find these dates perfect for you. Pyeongtaek and surrounding areas have many adventures to bring romance into your life. You will not get bored. There are enough date night ideas for a date every week for two years!
How can I plan date night with the language barrier?
Keep in mind many of the Pyeongtaek date night options will need some planning. You can use services like 1330 or concierge companies to help you gather information and make plans.
Are all of these date night ideas available year round?
No they aren’t. Some dates are seasononal or weather permitting.
Is every date night listed within the boarders of Pyeongtaek-si?
We have choosen date activities and spots in many areas within and around Pyeongtaek. Sometimes you will want a date near the house and sometimes you will want more of an adventure. However, none of these date nights are excessive travel. The are thing you can do in a day.
100 Date Night Ideas Near Pyeongtaek (Pyeongtaek includes Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Force Base)
1. Go on a picnic.
PyeongTaek Picnic
Description:
Luxury picnic business specializing in creating unique, one of a kind outdoor events. Contact us at: 010-7543-6820 or 010-4283-6968 We look forward to hearing from you.
2. Take a walk.
Sosabeol Reservoir Park
000-000-0000
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Description:
Also known as Baedari Park, this beautiful manmade pond with a bird sanctuary and tons of walking paths.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 죽백6로 20
3. Sing karaoke, but in South Korea it is called Noraebang
One of South Korea’s favorite things to do is sing at the Norae-bang. You can find them in nearly every neighborhood across South Korea. During COVID, many are closed but you can still find small, coin-operated singing rooms in arcades.
4. Go eat at a restaurant you’ve never eaten at before.
We have hundreds of restaurant recommendations in the South of Seoul app, we also have a blog with 20 perfect night restaurants to help give you needs ideas.
5. Visit a cafe
We have more cafes than you can shake a stick at. Check out the following blogs for over 40 amazing cafes in or near Pyeongtaek-si.
6. Play board games
Pyeongtaek has some excellent board game cafes that make a couples board game time easy and fun.
7. Go see a movie
CGV Pyeongtaek AK Plaza
031-1544-1122
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Description:
This is one of the easiest theaters to visit in Pyeongtaek since its located in AK Plaza above the train/metro stations. You can purchase movie tickets in English by clicking the website link listed above. Military Discounts Available with ID.
Hangul Address:
대한민국 경기도 평택시 평택로 51
8. Go to an arcade
Pink Tiger
0507-1481-0788
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Description:
For more information in English contact: 010-2459-5820 Large multi-gaming and event facility. Excellent for large groups and good for a wide range of ages. They have passes that allow you to play unlimited games within a time-period. Highly recommend this option for maximum fun. You can also win snacks and drinks playing some games. Very popular with the international residents of Pyeongtaek. They have parking in the basement and can validate. FYI: The address works in Naver or Kakao Maps but not in Google maps.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 비전5로 20-52
Hangul Name:
핑크타이거
9. Go bowling
Vision Rock Bowling Club
Description:
Even though this is Bijeon, it's only about a 15 minute walk from AK Plaza.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 비전동 630-4
10. Try indoor screen golf
Golf CNC
031-664-8825
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Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 쇼핑로 33
Hangul Name:
CNC골프
11. Go shopping.
Starfield Mall Anseong
1833-9001
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Description:
A big mall filled with lots of things like play areas, food courts, grocery shopping, clothes shopping, movie theater, etc.
Hangul Address:
경기 안성시 공도읍 서동대로 3930-39
Hangul Name:
스타필드 안성
12. Go on a scavenger hunt
Make a fun scavenger hunt for each other based on your life! You can use online resources to create fun maps and customize each item on the list.
13. Go to a museum
The Independence Hall of Korea
041-560-0114
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Description:
The Independence Hall of Korea houses artifacts and documents from Koreas struggle for independence during the Japanese Colonial Period.
Hangul Address:
충남 천안시 동남구 목천읍 독립기념관로 1
Hangul Name:
독립기념관
14. Take a scenic drive
There are lovely drives all across Pyeongtaek. Some of the prettiest follow the rivers. Check out Naver Maps and go find a river to explore. Jinwi is especially beautiful in the summer. Scenic drives are especially nice during spring and fall. Check out this scenic drive in Asan on the southern border of Pyeongtaek.
15. Go to a park
Deokdongsan Park
000-000-0000
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Description:
A large park located in Bijeon-dong. Restrooms on site.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 비전동 802
Hangul Name:
덕동산근린공원
16. Volunteer somewhere
Rebel Rescue
Description:
Rebel Rescue supports animal rescue efforts in Asan and Pyeongtaek. They are always looking for volunteers for a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. We don’t share the exact location of animal rescue locations. Instead, contact the organizations to request volunteer opportunities. Email: rebelrescuesk@gmail.com
17. Do the Buraksan ropes course
Buraksan Rope Course
031-611-4559
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Description:
Reservations are required for this entertaining moderate rope course located in Buraksan Park.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 지산로140번길 264
Hangul Name:
부락산산림체험장
18. Go to a painting class
Lumi Drawing Cafe
0507-1481-9502
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Description:
A spot to paint and relax.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 목천로 42
Hangul Name:
루미그림카페
19. Take a day to go to a luge park
These aren’t in Pyeongtaek, but a few are easy day-trips and the perfect chance to connect while going on a little adventure.
20. Go hiking on a nature trail
Ma an Mountain Hike
000-000-0000
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Description:
This hilly hiking area wanders along next to Pyeongtaek Lake. Its not big, but there enough hills to make it feel like a workout.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 현덕면 현덕로 748
Hangul Name:
마안산
21. Go on a double date with friends
Some research found that double dates may help bring passion into relationships. Read this article by Elite Daily to learn more. Next time you are thinking about going bowling alone, maybe invite along another couple to help you bond with your significant other.
22. Make dinner together
Learning to cook Korean food together at home is a fun and delicious way to bond.
23. Go stargazing
Here are 5 places in Gyeonggi-do for the best night sky.
24. Date night at home
You can order from many delicious restaurants and just stay home. Learn about all the food delivery options in Pyeongtaek and the areas around Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Force Base.
25. Go out for ice cream
Uok Farm Ice Cream Shop
070-7758-1012
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Description:
Smooth and soft locally made ice cream. The shop offers unique flavors that you might not find any where else and which taste more delicious than you would imagine. A truly delightful place for a flavorful ice cream adventure.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 송탄로 165
Hangul Name:
유옥목장
26. Visit an international grocery store
Spice up your home life with delicious new ingredients.
AsiaMart Dunpo
010-7399-3044
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Description:
Thai focused Asian market near Anjeongri that carries a wide variety of ingredients. You can find affordably priced fresh herbs here. Thai restaurant in the grocery is very delicious. If you love traditional Thai food, you must give this spot a try.
Hangul Address:
충남 아산시 둔포면 둔포중앙로133번길 18
Hangul Name:
아시아마트
27. Go Skateboarding
Grab your skateboards and head out for a few hours of being a kid again.
Godeok Skate Park
000-000-0000
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Description:
A small and rideable skate park. Ok, this is actually a big park complex with basketball court courts and playgrounds as well.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 고덕동 2388
28. Take a pottery class
There are a variety of pottery shops offering classes. Here is an intimate pottery space perfect for a date.
Dal Pottery Studio
010-8701-7051
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Description:
Pottery painting and pottery classes. Also pottery to buy as gifts. Call or text to make an appointment.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 고덕면 고덕북로 319
Hangul Name:
혜인공방
29. Zoom chat with family back home
Celebrate your family by connecting with your loved ones back home. Order some food and connect with the people that support and build you up.
30. Make a DIY project
Wood Working Story Cafe
031-651-0517
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Description:
This is a carpentry cafe. You can learn and make various wood crafts here. Simple products include wall clocks, speakers, lighting, chopsticks, and wooden portraits. If you want to study more detail, you can enroll in a carpenters license class.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 유천1길 16
Hangul Name:
우드팜스토리관람
31. Go to a concert
Follow Pyeongtaek Insight, a Pyeongtaek-si managed FB Page, to learn about local concerts.
32. Play basketball.
Public Courts
000-000-0000
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33. Go swimming at a Taean beach
34. Go take a walk along a lake
35. Take a walk along a river
Godeok-myeon River Walk
000-000-000
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Description:
A long bike path and walking path that follows the river through Godeokbuk.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 고덕면 좌교리 970
36. Spend the day by the river reading books together
ArcaBooks Cafe
050713328695
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Description:
This is a unique cafe thats like a reading room plus cafe. Inside you can pay 8,000 won for 2 hours of just resting and reading (which includes a drink) or you can just get a drink and hang out in the garden. Aracabooks Cafe is right off the bike path and near a small park. The cafe is often filled with families with young kids relaxing in the countryside. Its for all the bookworm moms and kids. The books are in Korean. You can also bring your own books or projects.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 현덕면 덕목5길 122-11
Hangul Name:
책과 노리는 집
37. Rent SUP boards on Pyeongtaek Lake
This is very weather dependent so confirm things before you go.
Kite Zone Sports
010-7453-0192
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Description:
You can both take four day courses and rent gear for SUP and kite surfing. You can contact 1330 to get more information and a concierge service to help coordinate rentals.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 현덕면 권관리 315
Hangul Name:
카이트 존 스포츠
38. Go to the batting cages
Ace Baseball Zone
031-655-6599
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Description:
Play baseball indoors! It's about a 3 minute walk from AK Plaza. Located on the 3rd floor.
Hangul Address:
대한민국 경기도 평택시 평택동 293-2
39. Write each other a poem
Read about writing poetry together and then give it a try yourselves. You can even use a poem generator to have some laughs.
40. Go to a plant nursery
41. Go to an animal shelter
Rebel Rescue is such a great idea we had to list them twice!
Rebel Rescue
Description:
Rebel Rescue supports animal rescue efforts in Asan and Pyeongtaek. They are always looking for volunteers for a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. We don’t share the exact location of animal rescue locations. Instead, contact the organizations to request volunteer opportunities. Email: rebelrescuesk@gmail.com
42. Go to a trampoline park
Vaunce Trampoline Park
031-339-0150
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Description:
The perfect activity for kids and adults! Bounce until you cant bounce anymore. Great for families or dates.
Hangul Address:
경기 용인시 처인구 모현읍 오산로13번길 46 1동
Hangul Name:
바운스트램폴린파크
43. Go to the library
Baedari Public Library
031-8024-5467
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Description:
A large library sitting on the edge of Baedari Park in Sosabeol. The library host an “English Corner”. Drama Filming Location: Doom At Your Service (2021)
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 죽백6로 20
Hangul Name:
배다리도서관
44. Try indoor skydiving
Fly Station
02-1855-3946
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Description:
Korea’s only indoor skydiving facility. Fun for the while family.
Hangul Address:
경기 용인시 처인구 포곡읍 성산로 521
Tong Bok area
45. Go to a comic book cafe
46. Go see a comedy show
Follow Chicken Head Comedy to learn about their shows in Pyeongtaek
47. Go ziplining in Yongin
Yongin Zipline
1588-5219
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Description:
Beautiful views while zip lining through Yongin recreational forest- schedule on Facebook page for English.
Hangul Address:
경기도 용인시 처인구 모현면 초부로 220
Hangul Name:
집라인용인
48. Pick strawberries together
Strawberry Story
031-666-6221
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Description:
A fun place for kids to visit farm animals and pick strawberries.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 장당동 산21-3
Hangul Name:
딸기이야기
49. Browse for furniture and antiques
50. Visit the Shrine of Jeong Do-jeon
Shrine of Jeong Do-jeon
031-666-1385
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Description:
A Neo-Confucian scholar at the end of the Goryeo Dynasty and in the early Joseon Dynasty, Jeong Do-jeon (pen name: Sambong) led the establishment of the national foundation of Joseon Dynasty. He also compiled the Joseon National Code, which became the basis of Joseon laws. Sambong Woodblocks (Gyeonggi-do Tangible Cultural Heritage No. 132), kept at Sambong Memorial, presents all the philosophies of Jeong Do-jeon, evidenced by his Six Codes of Governance, Simgiri, and Bulssi japbyeon. The woodblocks are delicately engraved and offer a precious material for research on the history of printing.
Hangul Address:
주소 경기 평택시 진위면 은산길 58-4
Hangul Name:
삼봉기념관
51. Go to a nearby amusement park
Sapgyoholand Theme Park
041-363-4589
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Description:
Small, affordable and fun theme park that has been around for ages.
Hangul Address:
충남 당진시 신평면 삽교천3길 15
Hangul Name:
삽교호놀이동산
Everland
Description:
This amusement park has a little bit for everyone: a zoo, safari, roller coasters, little kid rides, street food, restaurants and cafes. You can get discounted tickets often times on Klook and Trazy or the Everland website.
Hangul Address:
경기도 용인시 처인구 포곡읍 에버랜드로 199
52. Have a photoshoot
You can find many lovely photographers in local Facebook groups willing to do destination photo shoots. Get photos to remember the romance you found in South Korea.
53. Visit a Local Buddhist Temple
54. Go on a bike ride with your own bikes
Pyeongtaek has bike trails that wind across the city. You can find them using Naver Maps and Kakao Maps. You can also see the bike paths on the Pyeongtaek-si Website.
55. Ride rail bikes
Asan Rail Bikes
0507-1433-7882
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Description:
Railbikes are fun rides that happen around Korea. Guest pedal bikes that ride on a closed line of railroad tracks. Usually 2-4 people pedal together through a scenic area. This particular are is very kid friendly, but also great for a date. Prices: 2 people 25,000 won 3 people 29,000 won 4 people 33,000 won
Hangul Address:
충남 아산시 도고면 아산만로 199-7
Hangul Name:
아산레일바이크
56. Visit a fishing cafe
Love Fishing Cafe
031-651-0507
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Description:
A cute cafe where you can eat snacks and fish in a pond.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 평택로32번길 34
Hangul Name:
러브낚시카페 평택점
57. Get a free bike rental and ride next to the river
Pyeongtaek City has two FREE bike rental locations along the Pyeongtaek bike trails. One near Pyeongtaek City and one nearish Camp Humphreys.
58. Visit a local art gallery
Art And Coffee Exhibition Cafe
Description:
A small exhibition and cafe space with coffee on the first floor and art on the second.
59. Sit down and ask each other THESE questions.
This comes straight from the Down Redbud Drive blog, “Sometimes just talking and reconnecting as people can be an awesome date night! These questions would be good for couples who are just dating, or married couples as well. This is one of my favorite Date Night Ideas!”
60. Play Korean Mad Libs
If you are studying Korean together, you can plan Korean Mad Libs online and build your grammar skills.
61. Go to a shooting range
Gyeonggi Gun Range
0313526056
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Description:
An indoor outdoor gun range for target and skeet shooting. Guns provided.
Hangul Address:
경기 화성시 양감면 사격장길 142
Hangul Name:
경기도사격테마파크
62. Play table tennis
Smile Table Tennis
0507-1322-9639
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Description:
A table tennis (ping pong) club highly recommended by a local expat. It is said that they are very friendly to foreign members and its a lot of fun to practice here. If you are looking for a spot to learn about table tennis or improve you skills, check this place out.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 송탄로 285
Hangul Name:
프렌즈탁구클럽
63. Plan an event around your faith
For some folks, connecting with a faith-based community and celebrating. You can even find services to help support these types of activities like Date Night in a Box.
64. Browse downtown shops
The area outside of AK Plaza is filled with fun shops to visit and is beautiful and fun at night. Romance can be found around every corner.
AK Plaza Pyeongtaek
1661-1114
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Description:
Department store attached to Pyeongtaek Station. Large parking garage convenient to all of downtown Pyeongtaek with fee discounted for purchases.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 평택로 51
Hangul Name:
AK플라자 평택점
65. Learn cake decorating together
Goul Studio
Description:
Thank you for all your support and great interest for our dessert classes. To enhance the quality and focus of the class, the participants are limited to two people per class. If you want to sign up for the class for two people with friend or family member, it doesn’t matter with our class schedule. You can pick up any day when you all are available, we will scheduled for any class you request. We also receive custom orders for Goul’s cakes and we will deliver the fresh cakes to your front door!!! The design, colors and flavor of the cakes can be altered to fit your requests. Please send me a PM for class reservations and order details. Goul Studio is very grateful to each and all of our class participants and everyone that shows interest in our work. We will strive tirelessly to provide the utmost quality classes that can give you special experiences and everlasting memories. Thank you so much!!!
66. Go to a water park
Asan Spavis
041-539-2000
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Description:
This is a resort style spa with restaurants, a water park and facilities for other sports like badminton and snow sledding. Cultural Notes for Outdoor Swimming Pools: Thank you for understanding this is a Korean outdoor pool. They do not cater to foreigners. You will be expected to follow Korean customs when visiting. To enjoy the experience leave behind your expectations of home and be open to experiencing something new. Here are some basic rules to help you be successful: - Wearing bikinis or revealing clothing is not appropriate. Swimming shorts and t-shirts and full coverage suites are best. These can be found at Lotte Mart, E Mart or Home Plus. - Baseball caps or swimming caps are REQUIRED for ALL people in the pool. This helps keep the pool clean. You will not be allowed to play in the pool without them. - Consider your noise level. Try to avoid taking over the space. Be considerate of others around you. Numerous food locations and shops on site. Including a shot for swim wear. Discounted entry fee for Asan and Cheonan residents.
Hangul Address:
충남 아산시 음봉면 아산온천로157번길 67
Hangul Name:
아산 스파비스
67. Ride the swan boats at Pyeongtaek Lake
Pyeongtaek Lake Swan Boats
Description:
You can rent swan paddle boats and ride around on Pyeongtaek Lake. Its silly and fun. Perfect for a date. Also fun for kids.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 현덕면 평택호2길 183
68. Go on a yacht tour
You can rent a private yacht from numerous ports around Korea. Click here to learn how to plan a yachting adventure.
69. Take a foreign language class.
Schedule a private tutor to help you both learn to read and write Korean together.
Pyeongtaek Korean Tutors
010-5092-3022
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Description:
Don't wait to find a class. You can get started on learning Korean right now if you get a tutor. They teach both group and individual classes and have certificates in Teaching Korean to Foreigner Language Speakers. Private lessons are 30,000 won an hour with discounts for groups.
70. Visit a folk village
Yongin Folk Village
031-288-0000
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Description:
Folks villages bring Korean history, food, and culture to life. There are cool builds, shows, and activities. It’s way more fun than it sounds.
Hangul Address:
경기 용인시 기흥구 민속촌로 90
Hangul Name:
한국민속촌
71. Visit a Canyon Park mini zoo
Sure, this is mostly for kids, but adults also enjoy seeing cool animals.
Canyon Park
031-630-2612
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Description:
From Lasyarati in Pyrongtaek Food & Fun: Today I visited an indoor zoo with my husband and I want to share this place with you guys! The zoo’s name is 캐니언파크 평택 and the address is Gyeonggido Pyeongtaeksi Bijeon 5ro 10 3F (It is located on the 3rd floor of the building / I think Its a little hard to get here without a car but parking is free for three hours.) At the middle of the zoo is an arcade and boat area that requires additional pay. But at the end there is a playzone for kids and no addditional charge. I didn’t show all of the photos of all of the animals I saw, but there are many more. If you pay $2 when you’re inside, you can get veggies to feed the animals but this is card only. As long as you keep your wristband, you can freely go in and out of the zoo for 6 hours using the QR code • Children under 36 months old are free entry into the zoo.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 비전5로 10
Hangul Name:
캐니언파크 평택
72. Go to a bakery or cupcake shop.
Counting Stars Bakery Cafe
031-662-7741
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Description:
Located right outside the Osan Air Force Base walk-in Gate, this pocket sized bakery cafe offers some best small-batch desserts around. in fact, they sell out all most every single day. They sell things like cookies, banana pudding, lemon bars, and more. Plus, their coffee is some of the best in Sinjang-dong. They have been a Pyeongtaek-si favorite place for many, many years.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 쇼핑로 8-1
Hangul Name:
카운팅스타
73. Go on a train ride
Pyeongtaek Station
000-000-0000
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Description:
AK Plaza - Giant department store with a movie theater, multiple food courts, book store, Daiso, etc. TongBok Market - Korean traditional market selling food and more for affordable prices. Pyeongtaek Bus Terminal Express Bus Terminal Pyeongtaek Police Station Pyeongtaek Post Office Catch a bus (#20) / Taxi to Camp Humphreys. Click below to learn more about the 20 bus.
Hangul Address:
주소 경기 평택시 평택로 51
Hangul Name:
평택역
74. Go horseback riding
Grace stables
010-9299-2070
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Description:
This is a fun post!!! Horse riding lessons for Spring session are starting sign-ups! Ages 7-adult. We have classes for all ages and levels. Our new spring session is starting March 30th, so come and have an evaluation for classes! Don’t want to ride? Join our volunteer team on Saturdays. We do horse therapy outreach for welfare home children/teens, victims of abuse, and diverse abilities. Only a 15-20min drive from Camp Humphreys/Pyeongtaek. All instructors are from the USA. Contact us: gracestableskorea@gmail.com
Hangul Address:
충남 아산시 음봉면 충무로604번길 42
Hangul Name:
충무승마클럽
75. Go to a neighborhood festival
Follow Pyeongtaek Insight, a Pyeongtaek-si managed FB Page, to learn about neighborhood festivals.
76. Go to a city festival
Follow Pyeongtaek Insight, a Pyeongtaek-si managed FB Page, to learn about city festivals.
77. Go Ice Skating
U And I Center Ice Rink
031-267-8751
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Description:
A public ice rink. Use 1330 to check public skate times.
Hangul Address:
경기 화성시 태안로 145
Hangul Name:
융앤아이센터 비상장
78. Visit an Enzyme Spa
Green Smile Village
031-683-1888
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Description:
This type of spa experience is super rare, and we are so lucky to have one right here in Pyeongtaek! Basically you get burried in fermented rice powder or rice enzyme. It is warm and wonderful and feels like a heated weighted blanket. After 15 minutes in the rice enzyme cocoon, you can rest in the warmth for up to an hour. This type of spa treatment is said to have healing effects while strengthening immunities. There are also massage chairs if you want even more relaxation after your shower.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 오성면 신1리길 44-8
Hangul Name:
초록미소마을
79. Visit a Makgeolli Brewery
Joeunsul Co.
031-681-8929
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Description:
Joeunsul is a boutique brewery, specializing in makgeolli. They make their makgeolli using yeast and locally grown rice. No fillers, no wheat, no artificial sweeteners. They have a nice selection, ranging in alcohol content. From the 10% makgeolli, a crowd favorite, to the 40% soju. The bottles are beautiful and make great gifts. They offer free tastings and a wholesale discount for direct purchases. To purchase or schedule a tasting, please call in advance.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 오성면 숙성뜰길 108
Hangul Name:
좋은술
80. Go Inline Skating
81. Take up a new sport
Take some Taekwondo classes together! Learn a new spot is an excellent way to bond. There are Taekwondo studios in nearly every neighborhood in Pyeongtaek. You can use a concierge service to find a studio taking adult students.
82. Have a Korean barbecue party at home
83. Visit a cat cafe
Cat Cafe Near AK Plaza
031-658-2517
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Description:
Cant have cats at home? This cafe has you covered. Pay to enter, but drinks and biscuits come with the entry fee. This small cat cafe near AK Plaza in Pyeongtaek will help you fill-up on cat snuggles.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 평택로 38-1
Hangul Name:
차칸고양이
84. Pick your own cherries
Cherry Picking Farm
0507-1335-9940
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Description:
Cherry picking at an orchard, about 30 minutes from Osan Air Base but still in Pyeongtaek. Information in picture with green sign. Free parking. Also has picnic area and restrooms on the grounds. Cherry picking ends at end of June. You cannot take backpacks nor purses to the orchard. You leave them in the car or in the bins provided at entrance. You get a plastic cup with dome lid to put your cherries. Pay in cash. You get 30 minutes to fill your cup. You can eat while you pick. Cherry picking — just 5mins from the Humphreys main gate. 20,000 won (15,000 kids) for the whole experience, all you can eat cherries and you get to bring home a 500ml cupful of cherries!
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 팽성읍 팽성남산4길 45-46
Hangul Name:
별농장
85. Go to a traditional Korean market
TONG BOK Market
Description:
A traditional Korean market open seven days a week. If you want to save a lot of money, dont shop at the big stores like Emart. Shop at the local markets.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 통복동 109-7
86. Go to a climbing gym
HongJongYeol Climbing Gym
0507-1421-2744
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Description:
A bouldering gym located in Sosabeol. Call 1330 to get help with understanding prices.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 비전2로 216
Hangul Name:
홍종열클라이밍짐
87. Go to a science center
You can catch the SRT (high-speed train) from Jijae Station in Pyeongtaek to Daejeon. The trip takes only 37 minutes. Then you visit the VERY cool National Science Museum.
National Science Museum (Daejeon)
042-601-7979
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Description:
Reservations required: Times 0930 to 1130 1230 to 1430 1530 to 1730 Area includes: Dinosaur playground Science and technology hall Natural history hall (1F Dinosaurs and wildlife, 2F human evolution) Science Hall Science playground Planetarium Future technology hall Park walks Space Camp Food court Cafes 7-11 Restaurant Global ATM
Hangul Address:
대전 유성구 대덕대로 481
Hangul Name:
국립중앙과학관
88. Go on a fishing charter
You can schedule charters with Young Greg
89. Visit a bird cafe
Bird Sori Cafe
031-653-4656
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Description:
Animal lovers will love the chance to get up-close-and-personal with some feathered friends. This is located on the third floor and usually opens later - like around 11. Parking available in the basement.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 비전5로 20-44
Hangul Name:
버드소리 평택점
90. Hangout in the Cozy Room Cafe
Cozy Room Cafe
0507-1424-3650
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Description:
An awesome room cafe sits at the top of the building. The cafe has Netflix, snacks, drinks, and more. Perfect for kids to hangout or for any adult to grab a quick nap. When they say free, they mean get comfortable. They charge an entrance fee fpr each person.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 비전5로 20-23
Hangul Name:
코지룸
91. Visit a tea room
Tea House
031-666-2345
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Description:
A fancy tea house tucked away in the countryside.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 안골길 91
Hangul Name:
다앤인하우스
92. Go to an escape room challenge.
Route Escape
031-618-5522
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Description:
There are 5 escape rooms to choose from and prices vary based on: cash v card, number of people, number of rooms completed, etc. Reservation is recommended by phone, or via their website. Location is adjacent to the Pyeongtaek train station and AK Plaza. The rooms are fear-themed and may not be appropriate for all children. Also the puzzles are complex so you must judge for yourself the appropriate age range. Five or less people recommended per session. You are given 1 hour to complete the puzzles and escape.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 평택로57번길 3
Hangul Name:
루트이스케이프
93. Make a scrapbook.
Track your adventure in Korea with an online scrapbook! Get together each month to write down your memories and create a scrapbook of your best and worst adventures.
94. Go to a college or professional sports game.
Korean baseball is known to be epic. Use a concierge service to help book tickets to your next baseball-themed date night.
95. Go to an aquarium
We don’t have an aquarium in Pyeongtaek, but we do have some in nearby cities! Go check them out for the perfect day together.
96. Go to a trivia night
Bear Paw will have numerous quiz nights throughout the year. Follow Bear Paw on FB to get announcements.
Bear Paw
031-657-5295
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Description:
One of the biggest menus in town. Bear Paw offers meat and potatoes for the hungry belly.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 팽성읍 안정순환로 110
Hangul Name:
베어퍼스포츠펍앤그릴
97. Go on a thrift night date
This date idea comes directly from Down Redbud Drive, “Basically, you have $10 to buy your date’s outfit at a thrift store. Has to be the right size and gender appropriate. The rule is you can’t tell other people what you’re doing on your date. Go out to dinner and whatever else dressed in the thrifted outfit all night. It’s a blast!” You can find all kinds of thrift stores near Tong Bok Market.
Used Clothing Shop
031-662-7999
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Description:
Tiny little used clothes store where they have crammed in as much as possible. It will take some time to sort through so dont come in a hurry.
Hangul Address:
경기도 평택시 서정동 313-20
98. Visit a scenic point
Go to the top of AK Plaza with your love and take in the sweeping views of the city.
AK Plaza Pyeongtaek
1661-1114
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Description:
Department store attached to Pyeongtaek Station. Large parking garage convenient to all of downtown Pyeongtaek with fee discounted for purchases.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 평택로 51
Hangul Name:
AK플라자 평택점
You can see almost all of Pyeongtaek from Twosome Tower
A Twosome Place Tower
031-684-2266
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Description:
The former Tower Duck Restaurant is now A Twosome Place coffee shop. Take the elevator to the third floor and enjoy the delicious beverages and desserts this cafe is known for. The large windows offer a nice view of the river. There is plenty of seating for groups of all sizes.
Hangul Address:
경기 평택시 오성면 당거2길 28
99. Visit a new town
South of Seoul has all kinds of date night ideas across the country. Check out our blog for dates such as this perfect day in Paju.
100. Get matching tattoos
We aren’t totally sure about this one, but it’s always an option.
Where can I find all of these places in one easy spot?
All of these places, and more, have been recommended in the South of Seoul app. Go leave all your reviews for your favorite date ideas.
Lanae Rivers-Woods moved to Korea in 2011 where she lives in the countryside with her family, friends, and puppies. She holds a BSSW (Bachelor’s of Science in Social Work), a MAIT (Master’s of Arts in International Teaching), and registered by the Pyeongtaek Korean Times with the Korean government as a Cultural Expert.
Ms. Rivers-Woods used her 15 years experience as a social architect, UX/UI designer, and technology consultant to found South of Seoul in 2015. South of Seoul is a volunteer organization that leverages technological tools to mitigate cultural dissonance in multi-cultural communities.
Through South of Seoul, Ms. Rivers-Woods works with independent volunteers, non-profit organizations, businesses, local & federal government, universities, and US military organizations to develop solutions to support English speaking international residents in rural South Korea.
Additionally, Ms. Rivers-Woods founded the South of Seoul smart phone app available for Google Play and iPhone. The app provides information a resources for those living and traveling in South Korea.
When she isn’t in South of Seoul development meetings or working her day job, Ms. Rivers-Woods loves to be outside at skate parks, the beach, or playing in the mountains.
Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAIT
Lanae Rivers-Woods moved to Korea in 2011 where she lives in the countryside with her family, friends, and puppies. She holds a BSSW (Bachelor's of Science in Social Work), a MAIT (Master's of Arts in International Teaching), and registered by the Pyeongtaek Korean Times with the Korean government as a Cultural Expert. Ms. Rivers-Woods used her 15 years experience as a social architect, UX/UI designer, and technology consultant to found South of Seoul in 2015. South of Seoul is a volunteer organization that leverages technological tools to mitigate cultural dissonance in multi-cultural communities. Through South of Seoul, Ms. Rivers-Woods works with independent volunteers, non-profit organizations, businesses, local & federal government, universities, and US military organizations to develop solutions to support English speaking international residents in rural South Korea. Additionally, Ms. Rivers-Woods founded the South of Seoul smart phone app available for Google Play and iPhone. The app provides information a resources for those living and traveling in South Korea. When she isn't in South of Seoul development meetings or working her day job, Ms. Rivers-Woods loves to be outside at skate parks, the beach, or playing in the mountains.
