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5 Fab Sports Bars in Pyeongtaek
Sports bars, pubs, and grills have a unique place in the hearts of those that live abroad. They are a place to find a literal taste of home, maybe watch a football game, and make friends that become more like family. In Pyeongtaek we are lucky to be blessed with numerous such establishments and these five truly stand out from the crowd. We recommend visiting them all and finding the one that feels like family. Address and phone numbers for all listings can be found in the South of Seoul…
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Pumpkin Duck in Pyeongtaek
Have you tried Pumpkin Duck in Pyeongtaek? We feel this Korean dish is one of the best foods ever. Where is Pyeongtaek Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US military installations, Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base. The pumpkin duck restaurant recommendations provided exist within the city of Pyeongtaek. Therefore, In this blog post, South of Seoul provides addresses and phone numbers. However, we…
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Indoor Activities, October in South Korea, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Fall Flowers around Pyeongtaek
Looking for the beautiful fall flowers around the Pyeongtaek area? With the temperatures cooling off, it is a great time to get outside and see some of the beauty of Pyeongtaek. Although there are many locations where you can view the beautiful fall flowers and colors, these are a few of my favorite places. Where is Pyeongtaek? Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US…
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Culture & Community, Holidays In Korea, New Arrival Information, September in South Korea, SOS Seasonal Pyeongtaek Guide: Fall
Supporting & Celebrating Chuseok
Who doesn’t love the holidays? One of the coolest parts about being an expat is that you get to celebrate even more of them than you did at home! One of the biggest of the year in South Korea is Chuseok. It’s like Thanksgiving and Christmas all rolled into one. Everyone is gives each other gifts and there is a huge harvest festival meal that families share together. How long does it last? Chuseok (Like Christmas and Thanksgiving) is only one day, but the holiday is between 4 -7 days…
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Bird, Cat, Dog, and Animal Cafes Near Pyeongtaek
(Updated: 2025) Do you love animals but don’t have space or time for them at home? Don’t worry, you can still get some quality time with furry or feathered friends. Here are some bird, cat, dog, and other animal cafes near Pyeongtaek. About Animal Cafes in South Korea Animal cafés in Korea (애견카페 / 동물카페 / 애완동물카페) offer visitors a chance to interact with animals in a social setting, usually while enjoying non-alcoholic drinks. These cafés are typically themed around one type of animal, though some locations feature multiple types.…
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5 Temples in or near Pyeongtaek
By: Angela Alvis, South of Seoul volunteer While there is an abundance of temples in Korea, some of the oldest and most unique temples are located in the mountains and countryside. We are fortunate to have so many in and near Pyeongtaek! Abouth Korean Temples Korean temples are welcoming to all visitors – Buddhists and non-Buddhists, locals and foreigners. Devout Buddhists go to temples to pray or meditate, those not practicing Buddhism visit Korean temples to appreciate their history, traditional architecture, and acclaimed statues, paintings, and other artifacts. Other people…
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The News: August 21, 2019
What is happening in Pyeongtaek this month? On August 3rd the Baedari Eco Park blasted the “creepy heat” away at their monthly Social Market. Everyone was invited to fight monsters with their water guns. If you didn’t have one, you could buy one from a local booth. The next upcoming social market is set for August 25th, September 29th, and October 27th. Address: 800, Jukbaek-dong, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do Save the Date -Pyeongtaek Port 2019 Marathon is taking place October 13, 2019 at 08:30 am. Go to the website for more information: http://ptmarathon.com/…
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The News: August 14, 2019
What is happening in Pyeongtaek this month? Pyeongtaek Dream Start Pyeongtaek Summer Dream Start program launched for 43 elementary school students who met every Friday from July 26 to August 9. The Pyeongtaek DreamStart program hosts a variety of year-round programs, like the dream constellation camp. The primary focus of the program is to support the healthy development of children who come from single parent homes. It also focuses on school age children who are looking to experience a variety of activities during their spare time. One of the popular…
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The News July 17 2019
What’s happening in Pyeongtaek this week? Early Detection of Dementia The Chi Mae Anshim Center in Songtan was established as an elderly support facility for dementia and Alzheimer and recently hosted a ‘Woori Village Dementia Day’ to encourage elderly residents to come out and receive a health screening. Both a neuropsychological test and a medical specialist was on hand for the examination. A guide to the Dementia Center for Alzheimer’s Disease said, “It is very important to find out and treat dementia at an early stage. We will provide a…
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The News July 10 2019
Here is the latest and greatest that’s happening in the area, straight from city hall. Pyeongtaek’s Annual City Cleanup Pyeongtaek citizens care about their city and organize several cleanups throughout the year. One particular citizen, Oh Sung-myeon, has made these cleanups his mission and so far he has collected about 3 tons of garbage around Ohseong-myeon. This year is no different and the annual cleanup scheduled at the end of August will mark the rainy season and the city’s renewed commitment. Every year the city sets up a budget for…
