Who needs some winter activities for getting out of the house? We have a while list for those living near Pyeongtaek, South Korea. If you don’t life near Pyeongtaek, these ideas can also provide inspiration for your area. About Korean Winters If you come from a warm climate, you may find Korean winters on the chilly side. If you come from a northern climate, you may find Korean winters on the mild side depending on what part of Korea you live in. Since Korea is a long country that runs north to south, the temperatures in winter vary heavily depending on where in the country you live and how close to the sea you live. The winds blowing over the sea bring chills that can cut to the bone. Winter weather in Pyeongtaek, South Korea In Pyeongtaek we deal with the cold winds that blow off the sea across the farms. Without much to break winds and warm the air, you will want to invest in windproof gear that keeps all of you covered. We recommend windproof gear that protects your head, hands, neck, ears, etc. Don’t be a hero, cover-up. Additionally, we recommend having a list of indoor places where you can escape the house when the weather isn’t ideal. Below you will find links to blogs filled with locations to consider adding to your “winter fun” list. Visit an Indoor Mall or Department Store Korean Malls often offer many activities beyond shopping. Especially Starfield Mall in Anseong and Lotte Department Store in Dongtan. Kids Cafes So many kids cafes, so little time. A long list of places to hang out this winter. Board Game Cafes Grab your family and friends and enjoy one of these board games cafes in Pyeongtaek. We have three great options in the South of Seoul app. Comic Book Cafes The comics aren’t in English, but the spaces are warm and inviting. The perfect place to escape and read your own books or just relax and look at all the cool pictures and study Korean. Cuddle Some Animals at a Pet Cafe Warm your heart by visiting some pet cafes during the cold month. Creative Cafes Explore your creative side and try a creative cafe winter. Outdoor Sledding Put on all those warm clothes and head to this seasonal sledding hill. Indoor Ice Skating You will need to use 1330 to learn when free skate times. Indoor Roller Skating South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net