Sokcho (속초) is a beautiful coastal city in Gangwon Province, known for its mountains, beaches, fresh seafood, and relaxed atmosphere.
Located near Seoraksan National Park, Sokcho is a wonderful destination for travellers who want to experience both Korea’s natural scenery and local food culture.
At My Korean School, we believe learning Korean becomes more meaningful when you connect the language with Korean culture and real-life experiences.
Let’s explore some of Sokcho’s most popular attractions while learning useful Korean vocabulary and expressions.
Seoraksan is one of Korea’s most famous mountains and is especially beautiful during autumn.
Visitors can go hiking, enjoy the fresh air, and admire the colourful leaves, rocky peaks, and peaceful natural scenery.
Useful Vocabulary
산 — mountain
등산하다 — to hike
단풍 — autumn leaves
Example Sentence
설악산에서 등산해요.
(I go hiking at Seoraksan.)
Sokcho Beach is a popular place to enjoy the sea, walk along the sand, and relax while listening to the waves.
The beach is also close to Sokcho’s city centre, making it easy to visit while exploring the area.
Vocabulary
바다 — sea
해변 — beach
산책하다 — to take a walk
Example Sentence
속초 해변을 산책해요.
(I take a walk along Sokcho Beach.)
Sokcho Tourist and Fishery Market is a lively traditional market filled with local food, fresh seafood, snacks, and regional specialities.
Visitors can explore the market and try popular dishes such as dakgangjeong, seafood, and stuffed squid.
Vocabulary
시장 — market
해산물 — seafood
먹어 보다 — to try eating
Example Sentence
시장에서 해산물을 먹어 봐요.
(I try seafood at the market.)
Abai Village is known for its unique history and North Korean-style regional food.
One of its most famous dishes is 아바이순대, a local type of stuffed sausage. Visitors can also ride the traditional hand-pulled ferry known as the 갯배.
Vocabulary
마을 — village
순대 — Korean stuffed sausage
배를 타다 — to ride a boat
Example Sentence
갯배를 타고 아바이마을에 가요.
(I ride the ferry to Abai Village.)
Yeonggeumjeong is a scenic seaside pavilion where visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the ocean.
It is especially popular at sunrise, when the sky and sea are filled with warm colours.
Vocabulary
바다 — sea
경치 — scenery
해돋이 — sunrise
Example Sentence
영금정에서 해돋이를 봐요.
(I watch the sunrise at Yeonggeumjeong.)
속초에 가고 싶어요.
I want to go to Sokcho.
설악산에서 등산하고 싶어요.
I want to go hiking at Seoraksan.
바다 경치가 정말 아름다워요.
The ocean view is really beautiful.
시장에서 맛있는 음식을 먹었어요.
I ate delicious food at the market.
Visiting places like Sokcho helps learners:
✔ Learn practical travel vocabulary
✔ Experience Korea’s mountains and coastal scenery
✔ Discover local food and regional culture
✔ Practise Korean in real-life situations
At My Korean School, we combine language learning with Korean culture to help students build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
Whether you enjoy hiking, beaches, seafood, photography, or relaxing by the ocean, Sokcho is a destination worth adding to your Korea travel list. 🇰🇷✨