On the trees snow is glistening, lights are sparkling, and the air is alive with enjoyment. Picture cool winds as you wear your favorite parka and stroll Korea’s date spots season by season. Winter has a fantastic way of doing damage to our skin, hair, and morale, but the best part of living in Korea is the seasonal activities that come with it. The best dates tend to happen when the sun goes down (which conveniently sets early in winter). Check out some romantic places that don’t require tumbling through the sheets.
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Everland’s Romantic Illuminations
These illuminations are impressive and beautiful. It was like walking in an infusion of winter, fantasy, and Alice in Wonderland. There were brightly colored lights, a Dutch theme, and a fairytale castle to put all lovers in the romantic mood. The best illuminations are at the Rose Garden, Magic Garden, and Carnival Plaza. Foreigners get a special discount so be sure to get your discounted tickets to Everland here! If you go during the winter, it gets bone chilling cold at night so make sure you dress accordingly!
How to Get There: Everland is located off the YongIn EverLine. Take it to the last stop called Jeondae Everland 전대·에버랜드.
When: November-March
Winter Illuminations at Cheongyecheon
This place is jam packed with couples and their mother during Christmas so don’t bother going during December 23-26. The best part is you don’t have to pay to see these illuminations! The best time to go doesn’t revolve around romantic couple holidays. This place is super enjoyable when there’s a small amount of people. You can even light lanterns and make wishes for the New Year.
How to Get There: The illuminations are located between City Hall 시청 and Jonggak 종각 Station. They’re on the river
When: November-January
Garden of the Morning Calm
Haven’t gotten your fix at the Cheongyechon stream? Never fear because you’ll be stepping into a mini Wonderland with the illuminations here. It’s easy to spend over two hours taking photos and the sites so do your best to stay warm! You can also easily book tickets to Garden of the Morning Calm here.
How to Get There: Use the subway, get off at Cheongpyeong Station, and get out at exit 1. You’ll need a taxi to get there. It takes about 15 minutes and costs about 15,000 won.
When: December – March
Ice Skating at I’Park Mall
For those who like to stay away from big[ger] crowds, I highly recommend going ice skating at I’Park Mall located at Yongsan Station. The place was very beautifully decorated and the music puts you in a romantic mood. For only 2,000 won you can get entry and ice skates.
How to Get There: I’Park Mall is located at Yongsan 용산 Station. Go up to the fourth floor for the ice rink.
When: December-February
Ice Skating at Olympic Park
Tired of going to City Hall and watching for the ankle biters and their scary parents? Leave that area to them and head over to Olympic Park. Helmets are required so make sure you’re okay with you sexy do being messed up. Olympic Park is less crowded because it’s so far from the center of Seoul, the best time to go is during the week. Grab your friends or your lover and head on over!
How to Get There: Get off at Jamsil Station and go out exit 8. Get on Bus 30-5 and get off when you see the Olympic Park main arch.
When: December – February
Are these romantic winter date spots on your radar? Let me know in the comment box below!
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I didn’t know that Everland was open year-round! So bummed that I missed out on seeing it but I did a bad job at getting to know Korea while I was there… 🙁 The winter illuminations look beautiful! I can’t believe you’re going out and braving the cold still! Good for you!
I read somewhere on the internet it was open year round. I also use the app Between. It’s usually for couples and I saw recommendations for romantic illuminations and things to do during the winter. Here’s a fun fact about me. I grew up in the greater Chicagoland area for 22 years. Korea is not as cold as the icy winds from Michigan make Chicago! I get such bad cabin fever at home, I have to do something!
Wait what is this Between app? Is it a travel app? Oh saaay what?!! I’m from Boston! Chi-town has been on my list for like EVER! Yea, remember that polar vortext thing that hit us (or wait, were you in Japan at that time). Boston and Chicago were basically frozen over. I have to give props to winter weather peeps… SO not me 😛
Between isn’t a travel app–it’s a couples app and it gives super cute suggestions for date spots. <3 I really love it because I like doing coupley stuff. Leave it to Korea to make couples king, right? If you need any recommendations on Chicago, I'm actually coming out with a local's guide to Chicago! I was actually in Japan when Chicago and the North east were colder than the North Pole. Okinawa's humidity was not my flavor and it's humid 90% of the year. I prefer dryer climates where I'm not stinking and sweating up my clothes. Hahaha. It's hard for me to find clothes in Asia!
Hi Gina – thanks for sharing this post! I didn’t know much about the winter illuminations in Seoul and now it is on my radar for next winter!!
You definitely have to make it here. I grew to appreciate winter illuminations after living in Japan. Nothing like twinkling lights to help you lift your spirits! 😉
I haven’t ventured to Seoul yet, yet I’m planning to go in 2 weeks so I read this at a perfect time. I won’t be going on any “dates” per-say, but I will definitely check out Everland with my girlfriends! It looks and sounds gorgeous. Thank you for sharing!
Seoul will be super amazing and you’ll love it! Everland will be a great photo opportunity!
cute ideas! I love all the things you do with your Korean boo 🙂 You too are so cute together! 🙂
Thanks so much! I’m the romantic, cheesy one and he just goes along with it. I’m lucky he’s not as stubborn as me! <3
Namsan Tower when fully illuminated at night, no matter what the season is simply lovely to look at. Everland is love! Though I never ventured out there in winter. We were there on a summer.
These are indeed very very romantic spots. I love those tiny lightings. And I like the last one the most. Will remember these when I visit seoul
I love the pictures of the places you have posted. They look amazing. I have never been to Korea but would love to see it someday with my hubs. These look like perfect date spots 🙂
I keep meaning to go ice skating… really need ot go before the rinks close! I’ll have to take myself on a date though, haha.
These are some really wonderfull suggestions. Apart from spending some qulity couple time, I would love to take a long walk at the Rose Gardens and Carnival Plaza. Bookmarking this for future reference.
Really wonderful suggestions for a romantic outing. The illuminations are dazzling and would make an ideal setting for a romantic evening. Ice skating too would be a thrilling option.
Not a fan of he cold and usually puck summer destinations but I do love ice skating! The illuminations look fantastic. Who can resist pretty lights!