2-Day Pyeongtaek-si Itinerary | Top Attractions & Local Shopping Spots
Pyeongtaek-si is a lovely getaway spot on the northwestern coast of South Korea, and a 2-day Pyeongtaek-si itinerary is ideal for seeing some of the area’s best tourist attractions. Visitors can enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities in this coastal town, and shopping in Pyeongtaek-si also is a fun way to spend a day. The city is fairly easy to navigate, and this list of things to do contains ideas for families as well as solo travelers.
Getting around Pyeongtaek-si
Buses are generally the easiest and cheapest way to hop from one Pyeongtaek-si attraction to the next. Travelers can take advantage of public buses inside the city, and smaller shuttle buses run regularly to popular landmarks and things to do on the outskirts of Pyeongtaek-si. For guests who prefer more private modes of transportation, taxis are available. Pyeongtaek-si also is equipped with a subway, which runs to and from Seoul and offers a number of stops near popular things to do within the city.
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For visitors who just want to spend a day or two in the city, Pyeongtaek-si offers several attractions that are easy to reach and fun to explore. Nature and art lovers will appreciate Pyeongtaek-si’s dedication to preserving its serene surroundings and local culture.
- Pyeongtaek Lake (Pyeongtaek Lake Tourism Complex) – a relaxing retreat complete with water activities, restaurants and walking trails, Pyeongtaek Lake is a perfect place to take the family or just enjoy the outdoors. Besides plentiful activities like paddle boats and wind surfing, the lake area also features Pyeongtaek Lake Drive-in Theater and Pyeongtaekho Arts Hall. Travelers also will find accommodations at Grand Hotel Pyeongtaek Lake.
- (Hanguk Soriter) Korea Soriter Arts Center – known formally as Pyeongtaekho Arts Hall, this cultural center is the ideal place to catch traditional performances and get a feel for Korean music. Visitors also are invited to take part in activities, like dancing and folk art events designed to highlight Korean culture.
- Agricultural Museum & Natural Botanical Garden – visitors to this dynamic attractions get two adventures in one. Guests can catch a glimpse of how Korean farm life has evolved through the centuries and view various agricultural products and textiles. The Natural Botanical Garden highlights more than 5,000 flowers with more than 150 native and rare plant species. During May, the Natural Botanical Garden is the site of the annual Grand Flower Festival.
- Sudosa Temple – multiple programs and educational lesson are available at this historic temple site built on Pyeongtaek-si’s scenic coast. Workshops are designed to enhance the teaching of Monk Wonhyo, the founder of the temple, who emphasized healthy foods as a way to enrich the soul and cleanse the body. Visitors can participate in activities like Barugongyang, which emphasizes a monk’s table manners, Tea & Dining Etiquette, a Feet Cleansing Ceremony and Making Lotus Lamps, among others. Lessons on how to cook traditional Korean temple food also are available.
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Day 2 Pyeongtaek Itinerary | Shopping in Pyeongtaek-si
Taking home a souvenir or just browsing the shops in Pyeongtaek-si is essential during a visit to the area. The city is teeming with local markets that feature traditional Korean foods, unique treasures and local products. Guests will even find an international flare within Pyeongtaek-si as they stroll around marketplaces and shopping districts.
- Pyeongtaek International Central Market – built to accommodate U.S. military troops in the 1960s, this indoor-outdoor plaza is an international treat … literally! The area is lined with restaurants that feature all kinds of cuisine, including Turkish, Vietnamese and Mexican. Many restaurants in Pyeongtaek International Central Market are known for their fusion foods, like burgers served with cabbage and eggs rather than lettuce and onions, but Westerners craving a traditional burger will find plenty of those, too! One can’t-miss food to try is budae-jjigae, or “army base stew,” which was created during the Korean War from U.S. Army surplus items like ham, sausage and baked beans.
- Tong Bok Market – Korean street food is the highlight of this bustling market, but visitors also can shop for souvenirs and local products while making their way through the many sights and smells. Korean pancakes, crispy fried chicken and dishes featuring octopus are on the list of foods to try at Tong Bok.
- Departments Stores in Pyeongtaek-si – shoppers who are looking for goods and textiles rather than food will want to stop by a few of Pyeongtaek-si’s modern malls and shopping centers. Three of the most popular places to shop in the city are AK Plaza Pyeongtaek and Lotte Mart Pyeongtaek, accessible from Pyeongtaek Station, and E-Mart Pyeongtaek, just outside Jije Station.
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Pyeongtaek-si is a lovely getaway spot on the northwestern coast of South Korea, and a 2-day Pyeongtaek-si itinerary is ideal for seeing some of the area’s best tourist attractions. Visitors can enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities in this coastal town, and shopping in Pyeongtaek-si also is a fun way to spend a day. The city is fairly easy to navigate, and this list of things to do contains ideas for families as well as solo travelers.
Getting around Pyeongtaek-si
Buses are generally the easiest and cheapest way to hop from one Pyeongtaek-si attraction to the next. Travelers can take advantage of public buses inside the city, and smaller shuttle buses run regularly to popular landmarks and things to do on the outskirts of Pyeongtaek-si. For guests who prefer more private modes of transportation, taxis are available. Pyeongtaek-si also is equipped with a subway, which runs to and from Seoul and offers a number of stops near popular things to do within the city.
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For visitors who just want to spend a day or two in the city, Pyeongtaek-si offers several attractions that are easy to reach and fun to explore. Nature and art lovers will appreciate Pyeongtaek-si’s dedication to preserving its serene surroundings and local culture.
- Pyeongtaek Lake (Pyeongtaek Lake Tourism Complex) – a relaxing retreat complete with water activities, restaurants and walking trails, Pyeongtaek Lake is a perfect place to take the family or just enjoy the outdoors. Besides plentiful activities like paddle boats and wind surfing, the lake area also features Pyeongtaek Lake Drive-in Theater and Pyeongtaekho Arts Hall. Travelers also will find accommodations at Grand Hotel Pyeongtaek Lake.
- (Hanguk Soriter) Korea Soriter Arts Center – known formally as Pyeongtaekho Arts Hall, this cultural center is the ideal place to catch traditional performances and get a feel for Korean music. Visitors also are invited to take part in activities, like dancing and folk art events designed to highlight Korean culture.
- Agricultural Museum & Natural Botanical Garden – visitors to this dynamic attractions get two adventures in one. Guests can catch a glimpse of how Korean farm life has evolved through the centuries and view various agricultural products and textiles. The Natural Botanical Garden highlights more than 5,000 flowers with more than 150 native and rare plant species. During May, the Natural Botanical Garden is the site of the annual Grand Flower Festival.
- Sudosa Temple – multiple programs and educational lesson are available at this historic temple site built on Pyeongtaek-si’s scenic coast. Workshops are designed to enhance the teaching of Monk Wonhyo, the founder of the temple, who emphasized healthy foods as a way to enrich the soul and cleanse the body. Visitors can participate in activities like Barugongyang, which emphasizes a monk’s table manners, Tea & Dining Etiquette, a Feet Cleansing Ceremony and Making Lotus Lamps, among others. Lessons on how to cook traditional Korean temple food also are available.
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Day 2 Pyeongtaek Itinerary | Shopping in Pyeongtaek-si
Taking home a souvenir or just browsing the shops in Pyeongtaek-si is essential during a visit to the area. The city is teeming with local markets that feature traditional Korean foods, unique treasures and local products. Guests will even find an international flare within Pyeongtaek-si as they stroll around marketplaces and shopping districts.
- Pyeongtaek International Central Market – built to accommodate U.S. military troops in the 1960s, this indoor-outdoor plaza is an international treat … literally! The area is lined with restaurants that feature all kinds of cuisine, including Turkish, Vietnamese and Mexican. Many restaurants in Pyeongtaek International Central Market are known for their fusion foods, like burgers served with cabbage and eggs rather than lettuce and onions, but Westerners craving a traditional burger will find plenty of those, too! One can’t-miss food to try is budae-jjigae, or “army base stew,” which was created during the Korean War from U.S. Army surplus items like ham, sausage and baked beans.
- Tong Bok Market – Korean street food is the highlight of this bustling market, but visitors also can shop for souvenirs and local products while making their way through the many sights and smells. Korean pancakes, crispy fried chicken and dishes featuring octopus are on the list of foods to try at Tong Bok.
- Departments Stores in Pyeongtaek-si – shoppers who are looking for goods and textiles rather than food will want to stop by a few of Pyeongtaek-si’s modern malls and shopping centers. Three of the most popular places to shop in the city are AK Plaza Pyeongtaek and Lotte Mart Pyeongtaek, accessible from Pyeongtaek Station, and E-Mart Pyeongtaek, just outside Jije Station.
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