Head to Suwon Fortress for date night. Take romance up a notch with the fortress as your backdrop. Grab your special someone and head to the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress for a romantic evening (or afternoon).
About the Suwon Fortress Area in Suwon, South Korea
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
031-290-3600
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Hangul Address
경기 수원시 팔달구 정조로 825
Check the Web Link for current info on performances, fees, etc. The Suwon Fortress is a picturesque location that wraps though the center of the city of Suwon. Although the primary grounds have an entrance fee, much of the wall can be visited and viewed for free (but we recommend paying). There are stunning free performances held in front of the main gate that are highly recommended.
(Listing information provided by the South of Seoul app)
The Suwon Hwaseong Fortress provides a near, infinite number of perfect date locations and ideas. The area is filled with hidden restaurants, romantic cafes, beautiful backdrops, and many other delightful things. However, the numerous excellent options can make getting started overwhelming, so here is a date that will let you dip your toes into the area.
Where to eat on a date night near Suwon Fortress
Tasting Museum
0507-1344-9064
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Hangul Address
경기 수원시 팔달구 화서문로71번길 2-6
A gorgeous, intimate dining experience serving western fusion with a focus on pasta. This is a hip, hidden gem that doesnt even have a sign other than an image of a wine glass. Stunning setting. Reservations recommended. Check their Intagram to see more photos!
Tasting Museum offers fine dining in a hanok hidden away down a side street. The restaurant is entirely unmarked and we recommend making a reservation before you go just to be sure you can be seated. The setting is intimated, the food is fancy Italian fusion, and they have wines and beers to go perfectly with your meal. The prices are both high and low depending on what you want to order.
Where to grab coffee on a date night near Suwon Fortress
Bonus Coffee Company
050713501515
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Hangul Address
경기 수원시 팔달구 정조로 902
A cute cafe with lovely drinks and a spectacular view. Perfect for couples. Not great for families or large groups.
Bonus Cafe has one of the most stunning views in the area. The place is small, but if you can get it’s one of the coolest, most romantic settings around. Their summer, fruity drinks are delicious. You will want to sit and stare at the view for a while. Lovely spot to chat and get to know someone.
Where to enjoy local art near Suwon Fortress
Spring Cafe Gallery
031-246-4519
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Hangul Address
경기 수원시 팔달구 화서문로 76-1
Art coffee pottery
Since we love art, we always like to recommend a gallery or cooperative. Taking about art provides the perfect way to get to know each other better and connect over ideas. The Spring Cafe Gallery offers the opportunity to explore a local art space and take in some quirky street art along the way.
Where to enjoy a park and some architecture
Hanok Technology Exhibit
031-247-9370
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Hangul Address
경기 수원시 팔달구 정조로885번길 1
Learn about traditional Korean building. This is stunning day or night.
Finally, the Hanok Technology Exhibit offers a romantic area to walk and explore the beauty of traditional Korean architecture. The exhibit sits next to a stunning hanok cultural space where you can take an endless number of cute couple photos.
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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.
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