[Seoul / Incheon] Special Christmas Festival in Korea

There are many Christmas festivals happening in Seoul and Incheon this winter. Let's find out some of the Christmas festivals that you may enjoy.

1. Lotte World Christmas Miracle 2017

Lotte World Christmas Miracle 2017

Lotte World Christmas Miracle 2017

From now till 31st December 2017, "Christmas Miracle" Festival is happening in Lotte World. The highlight of this festival is that there are a few special zones - indoor and outdoor. There is "Miracle Santa Village" indoor and "Castle of Miracle" outdoor with special night show. You can also enjoy some parade show of performers wearing santa costume.

Cute Santa @ Lotte World Christmas Miracle 2017

Period: 2017. 11.11 ~ 12.31

Venue: Lotte World Adventure

Getting here: Take Airport Railroad AREX Line to Hongik University Station >

Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 2 > Get off at Jamsil Station

2. Seoul Christmas Festival 2017

Seoul Christmas Festival 2017 at Cheonggyecheon Stream

Every year during the Christmas holiday season, Cheonggye Plaza is filled with people. This year, Christmas Festival is held as well. There are many beautiful sculptures with lights installed along Cheonggyecheon Stream in this Seoul Christmas Festival. It is cold at Cheonggyecheon Stream but it is definitely worth visiting this beautiful festival.

Period: 2017.12.09 ~ 2018.01.02

Venue: Cheonggye Plaza - Jangtonggyo Bridge

Getting here: Take Airport Railroad AREX Line to Seoul Station >

Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 1 > Get off at City Hall Station

Website: https://www.seoulcf.co.kr/

3. Sinchon Christmas Street Festival 2017

Sinchon Christmas Street Festival 2017

If you visit Sinchon during Christmas, you can see many pretty Christmas trees and will definitely enjoy a great Christmas! There are many cultural performances and experience programs held during Sinchon Christmas Street Festival. Besides that, there is also Christmas concert and Christmas market.

Period: 2017.12.23 ~ 12.25

Venue: Sinchon Yonsei-ro

Getting here: Take Airport Railroad AREX Line to Hongik University Station >

Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 2 > Get off at Sinchon Station

Website: https://blog.naver.com/xmasfest

4. Hwadojin Moonlight Festival 2017 at Dong Incheon Station

Hwadojin Moonlight Festival 2017 at Dong Incheon Station

Hwadojin Moonlight Festival 2017 at Dong Incheon Station

A huge Chrismtas tree has been installed at North Plaza, Dong Incheon Station on 24th November 2017. From 5pm to 12am midnight, you can see beautiful Christmas tree that light up the area around Dong Incheon Station.

Period: 2017.11.24 ~ 2018.02.19

Venue: North Plaza at Dong Incheon Station

Getting here: Take Airport Railroad AREX Line to Gyeyang Station >

Transfer to Incheon Subway Line 1 > Get off at Bupyeong Station >

Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 1 > Get off at Dong Incheon Station

Let's visit these Christmas festivals in Seoul and Incheon this winter!

Airport Railroad wishes you a wonderful Christmas and have a good time with you and your family.

[Seoul Forest] Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition

The weather has turned very cold lately. In this cold winter, how about visiting an indoor exhibition to warm yourself up? 

Exhibition: Alice into the Rabbit Hole

Period: now ~ 1st March 2018

Venue: Seoul Forest Galleria Foret The Seouliteum

Opening Hours: 10:00 ~ 19:00 (Closed on Mondays)

Ticket Price: KRW 13,000

Purchase Ticket: Interpark_Alice in the Rabbit Hole Exhibition Booking

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition Poster

This is a special exhibition and is popular on the social media sites. Many people have visited this exhibition and taken alot of pretty photos here.

Happy Unbirthday

Happy Unbirthday?
Come and join this mystery activity at Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition!

Step 1: Key in your date of birth
Step 2: Print out the small note

*Each note has a different quote and is prepared according to your birth date.

Key in your date of birth

Small note with quote!

You can find the introduction of different characters in Alice into the Rabbit Hole.

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition_Characters Introduction

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition_Themes

Many themes at Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition

Here are some scene that were made into miniature.

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition_Miniature

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition_Miniature

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition_Alice's Room

Alice's Room

You can many more nice corners for pictures in this exhibition.

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition 

Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition

Getting here: Take Airport Railroad AREX line to Hongik University Station > Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 2 > Get off at Ttukseom Station

If you think it is too cold outside, how about spending an hour or two to warm yourself and check out Alice into the Rabbit Hole Exhibition? After visiting this exhibition, you can grab a coffee nearby at a cafe, then proceed to your next itinerary. 

Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 - Opening in January 2018

The new Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 will be opened on 18 January 2018!

Incheon International Airport Terminal 2

 Photo taken from - Korea Tourism Organization website
( http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/AKR/FU_EN_15.jsp?cid=2515109 )

For international visitors who are visiting Korea for Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games will have the chance to experience the brand new terminal in Incheon International Airport. You can expect many facilities that are available in Incheon International Airport Terminal 1 to be in Terminal 2 such as transportation center, with trains to Seoul, buses to other regions, and short-term parking for travelers being pick up.

Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 will provide travelers some unique experiences, including sleeping boxes, sports facilities, and gaming area for transit passengers, an observatory, open space of the Great Hall, extending from B1 to the third floor, media wall, and big area outside the terminal.

Which Airline companies will move to Incheon International Airport Terminal 2?

1. Korean Air
2. Delta Airlines
3. Air France
4. KLM

Other airline companies will still remain in Incheon International Airport Terminal 1. Please take note of this if you are flying with one of the 4 airlines stated above. 

Christmas in Myeongdong

Christmas is just around the corner but Myeongdong is already ready for Christmas! If you have been to Myeongdong, you know how happening Myeongdong is. Now, the lively Myeongdong Shopping area is brighten up by all the beautiful lights and christmas decoration. Not only that, the big department stores around Myeongdong such as Lotte Department Store and Lotte Young Plaza are also beautifully decorated with Christmas theme and lights.

Christmas in Myeongdong

Christmas scene in Lotte Young Plaza

Christmas decoration in Avenuel Myeongdong

Christmas_Lotte Department Store

If you are spending Christmas in Korea this year, you have to visit Myeongdong to see this beautiful Christmas decoration! We know that all, if not most, foreign tourists will visit Myeongdong! Don't just go for shopping! Remember to take many photos with the beautiful lights in Myeongdong too.

What to do in Myeongdong?
- Eat delicious street food
- Shop for beauty & fashion!
- Visit Lotte Duty Free!
-  Visit Namsan Seoul Tower Observatory 

How to get to Myeongdong?
- Take Airport Railroad Line to Seoul Station, transfer to Line 4, get off at Myeongdong Station Exit 6.

BEST 5 Cafes with Indoor Activities to Visit in Winter

The first snow of the winter has fallen in Seoul. As the weather is getting really cold, there are many foreign visitors who wish to look for cafes with indoor activities to visit. Here are five cafes with indoor activities to visit this Winter!

1. The 귀여워 Pet Cafe

If you love puppies, you may want to visit this pet cafe that is located in Hongdae. You will find many cute puppies in this beautifully decorated pet cafe.

Hongdae the 귀여워 Pet Cafe

Hongdae the 귀여워 Pet Cafe

There is no entrance fee charge in this cafe. However, every customer should buy 1 drink per person. Price of the beverages ranges from KRW 7,000 - 9,000.

It may get crowded during the weekends. If you cannot find a seat, you may just play with the cute puppies all day. TIPS: Be sure to dress comfortably.

There are also some cats in this pet cafe. If you are a cat lover, you may be interested to visit this cafe.

Hongdae the 귀여워 Pet Cafe

<Information about The 귀여워 Pet Cafe>

Address : 409-1 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Getting Here : Hongik University Station, Exit 9. Walk 15 mins.
Opening Hours : 12:00 ~ 22:00 (Sun-Thu) | 12:00 ~ 23:00 (Fri-Sat)
Contact Number : 02-334-0889




2. Altamira Comic Cafe

Comic Cafes are not only popular during Winter, but also any other season too.

Altamira Comic Cafe 1st branch

Altamira Comic Cafe

Altamira Comic Cafe

The special thing about Altamira Comic Cafe is that when you enter the cafe, you get to choose one cartoon character that you like. After that, you need to bring the cartoon character to the counter, and show it to them when you order your drinks. Then, keep the cartoon character with you while you enjoy reading the comic books. Before you leave the cafe, you gotta bring the cartoon character to the counter and make your final payment.

Comfortable sears @ Altamira Comic Cafe

Lie down comfortably and read comic books at Altamira Comic Cafe

There is a space for you to read the comic books comfortably. Whether you come alone or with friends, you can use the space freely. Take a sip of drinks and enjoy your comic books!


<Information about Altamira Comic Cafe>

Address : B1, 336-1 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Getting Here : Hongik University Station, Exit 7. Walk 5 mins.
Opening Hours : 11:00 ~ 24:00
Entrance Fee: (Weekday) KRW 2,400 for 1 hour. (Weekend) KRW 3,000 for 1 hour.
Contact Number : 02-322-7676

3. LOVE Fishing Cafe

This is a popular place for Koreans to visit with their lovers, friends or family.

LOVE Fishing Cafe

Don't worry if you are a beginner in fishing activity. They will explain to you and teach you how to do it, for free. Besides that, you can also rent the necessary item for fishing.

There is an entrance fee charged. It is KRW 10,000 per hour (per person), KRW18,000 per couple, KRW 9,000 for ladies. (special discount).

LOVE Fishing Cafe, Sillim branch

LOVE Fishing Cafe

Enjoy Fishing at LOVE Fishing Cafe!

<Information about LOVE Fishing Cafe>

Address : 421, Bongcheon-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
Getting Here : Sillim Station, Exit 2. Walk 15 mins.
Opening Hours : 14:00 ~ 02:00 (Weekday) | 12:00 ~ 02:00 (Weekend)
Admission Fee : KRW 10,000 per hour / Couple KRW 18,000
Contact Number : 010-5225-4143


4. HOTEL de CODE

Escape room has always been popular among the young people. There are many escape room cafe in Seoul. If you would like to try out escape room games in Korea, check out HOTEL de CODE. However, this game might be in Korean language only. We advise you to send an email to the owner for further inquiry. (Check out their website - http://hoteldecode.com/)

HOTEL de CODE escape room

HOTEL de CODE escape room

For this escape room game, you need to decode this hotel which has been encoded. You have to escape this space within 60 mins.

HOTEL de CODE escape room

HOTEL de CODE_Interior

HOTEL de CODE escape room Interior

HOTEL de CODE_Interior

If you managed to escape from the "hotel", you will be given a special gift.

For reservation: http://hoteldecode.com/reservation/reservation.php (korean only)


<Information about HOTEL de CODE>

Address : B1, 395-85 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Getting Here : Hongik Univ. Station, Exit 9.
Walk 10 mins. Opening Hours : 10:00 ~ 22:40
Admission Fee : 44,000 won (2 person), 60,000 won (3 person), 76,000 won (4 person)
Contact number: 02-326-0610



5. VRavo VR Cafe

VRavo VR Cafe

VRavo VR Cafe

One of the special thing to do in Korea is to experience VR! In VRavo VR Cafe, there is entrance fee charged at KRW 8,000 (60mins), KRW 11,000 (90 mins).

VRavo VR Cafe_Konkuk university area

VRavo VR Cafe_Konkuk university area

There are many types of VR games available here. Don't miss out on this!

VRavo VR Cafe_VR Games

VRavo VR Cafe_VR Games

<Information about VRavo VR Cafe>

Address : 113-1 Hwayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Getting Here :  Konkuk Univ. Station, Exit 2. Walk 15 mins.
Opening Hours :  12:00 ~ 23:00
Admission Fee :  8,000 won (60 mins), 11,000 won (90 mins)
Contact number : 02-6465-2688