Fun and entertainment South Korea

You can't miss this beautiful old-fashioned European-style facade, unique in the Korean landscape. In this small jewel of delicacy and refinement, you can enjoy delicious teas, infusions (herbal and fruit) and coffees. Some sweets are added to the menu to perfect this tender moment (bingsu, cakes, cookies ... all homemade). A really charming tea room. There are several in the Gangnam district but this one is certainly the prettiest in its decoration. For a break with finesse.

This establishment, with its retro, subdued ambience, serves as a café by day and a bar by night. It stands out in the chaos of Itaewon, just a few blocks away. Renowned for its tasty cocktails, couples and groups of friends come to sip and relax on the soft vintage sofas. You can tell the place has many regulars, which isn't surprising given the charming, almost cinematic ambience and the bar tender 's mastery of his craft. Non-alcoholic cocktails are also available.

For a trendy and musical break, head to the I like it café. First of all, we like the decoration of the place vintage and modern at the same time, quite classy. Then, even if the drinks menu is not the longest, they are all very well done, comforting as one could wish for. Our little favourite is the truffle coffee, which is a cold coffee that drips (literally drips of cocoa). A real delicacy. If you are more reasonable than us, you also have the option of espresso or americano. One thing is sure, you will like it too!

This coffee appealed to us because of the beautiful garden it has, all softness and freshness. The building has huge bay windows that offer visitors a panoramic view of the plants, conducive to relaxation. Moreover, you will surely come across couples in the middle of their wedding who take advantage of the setting for their photos. For us, simple passers-by, you can enjoy teas, coffees but also (and above all) some sweet treats (including a really unforgettable cheesecake). For a break in zenitude and gluttony.

This troupe offers every evening to the spectators a show cleverly mixing martial arts and comedy. Taekwondo is mostly used throughout this show and you will see the gymnasts jumping around beating the air. It's one of the most aerial shows. Here is the pitch of this non-verbal show. Thieves decide to break into a house... inhabited by martial arts professionals. We'll let you imagine what happens next! Tradition, comedy: a nice moment in perspective.

This resolutely trendy bar is a huge favorite. The plant decor, combined with industrial-style furniture, plunges us into the jungle. On the walls are projected videos of waterfalls or a snake undulating through the trees. It's like being in the jungle! The decor is enhanced by subtly placed lighting effects. The exotic cocktails are all signatures of the house. We recommend the King Louie and the SkyyBall. Very busy, especially on Friday nights.

It's hard to find a place with as much charm as this establishment. This old traditional-style house, which is decorated with a pretty garden full of surprises, contains an attractive junk shop. The list of teas on offer is really well stocked. But we'll let you discover two of them in particular, the Spirit of Christmas (에스프리 노엘) and the Wedding Imperial (웨딩 임페리얼). A simply adorable tea house that will most likely bewitch you as much as we do. A lovely favourite.

This two-storey café, with a charming sea view, is airy and beautifully decorated with a modern touch. You can take a break here and enjoy your coffee, fresh fruit juice or even a latte (the choco-banana will remain etched in our memory). To accompany all this, we also offer a range of sweet treats (cakes, rolls, fruit tarts...). An appetizing array! A beautiful view, good things to eat, a beautiful setting... café Egyo 661 has it all!

Superb little tea room (mainly green tea from China) in a traditional wooden house with windows opening onto a garden, Korean music in the background, bees in basins. The place really offers a moment of meditation outside of time during which we take the time to rest and recharge, far from any turmoil.

We prefer to come in the late afternoon or early evening because the place is otherwise very busy and therefore much noisier. The fine service is very pleasant.

It's a trendy lounge bar that's the talk of Busan's youth! In a highly original and highly successful decor (duck-blue walls, designer furniture, hundreds of chandeliers on the ceiling...), you can relax and enjoy beers or cocktails (the Gin Tonic is particularly good, in our opinion). To accompany your beverage, the house offers chicken dishes, seasonal fruit platters and cheese platters. Always packed with people, this very deco place is always lively and vibrant.

Perched on the 5th floor of a small building, this coffee shop caught our attention for its superb view of the traditional roofs of Hanok village, charming by day and breathtaking by night. Some sweets on the menu, including a very gourmet Nutella Choco Cake. As far as drinks are concerned, we find the usual teas, coffees, beers, smoothies and other fruit juices. Very popular, it is often overrun so for a little more tranquility we recommend you go there just before sunset, to enjoy both atmospheres.

This small open-air amphitheatre has been hosting folk dance, music and martial arts groups since 1984 to promote the folk culture of south Korea to the younger generation and foreigners alike. These semi-professional and amateur groups come from all over the country. It is a very good opportunity to attend a masked dance in Seoul (a show often on the programme) at a low cost, as in all other performances elsewhere. Good cultural plan, interesting and friendly.

For a charming break away from the hustle and bustle of the bustling Insadong district, make your way to this beautiful tea house, a little rustic but that's what, between us, gives it all its charm. Nestled in a traditionalhanok with a pretty inner courtyard, everything is homemade: teas with a long list (jujube, ginger, lotus, etc.) such as rice cakes or Korean cookies, simply delicious! Yuja tea (yuzu in Japanese) is our little favourite, especially in winter!

Nestled in a beautiful traditional two-storey hanok (said to be the only one in Seoul), this tea house with its wooded interior filled with pottery serves salivating Korean pastries. They are eaten on low tables, sitting on the floor as they should be on small cushions, in a very warm atmosphere. An authentic moment, full of tradition. We strongly urge you to take a break for a few minutes, you will come out of it completely soothed and with a spirit full of serenity. For a unique gourmet break.

Ideal for a tea break, this pleasant café is installed in a hanok with a patio in its center. The decoration is a subtle mix between traditional and chic. A bright and relaxing space with tea, coffee (classic and signature) and gourmet desserts (chocolate and strawberry cake is a real treat) on the menu! Even during the week there are always lots of people here, so if you want to visit this nice and charming café, it's best to choose mid-afternoon. Otherwise you might wait long enough..

This theater always offers a show that is worth the detour. Proof of this is that it has been a worldwide success for several years now. Four cooks play all the instruments available in their kitchen and improvise a delirious concert between the drums of the Bronx and the traditional samulnori. The original, rhythmic, amusing show, a bit clownish but entertaining, will really please the whole family. If you are not in the Myeongdong area, there are also performances in Hongdae and even on Jeju Island

An American-stylepubin all its splendour, with billiards and darts. The large bar offers you beers, liqueurs, wine and good cocktails (with or without alcohol). A festive atmosphere is guaranteed in the evenings, punctuated by an English-speaking staff. For those who would like to, there is also something to eat with pasta, pizza, salads, fried food and good burgers on the menu, which is also very generous. You will certainly meet many foreigners who appreciate this place very much.

On your way to the peak of the Seongsan Rising Sun, stop in at this bright, pleasantly decorated café and devour one of their homemade pastries. Among our humble recommendations, we advise you to try the different nut and dried fruit brioche breads. They are surprising but delicious! In the middle of summer, we recommend a batbingsu, a traditional Korean dessert made of crushed ice. He'll be your best ally in the heat of the moment. Don't forget to pop out on the terrace to admire the lovely view.

On four floors with a flat roof at the top, the view of the ocean is breathtaking. The coffees are excellent and of high quality. Moreover, there is the possibility of buying grain sachets (Ethiopia, Guatemala...). We can also order teas, fruit juices... To accompany all this, it's the holidays so we have a little treat: muffins, pastries, tiramisu... enough to satisfy the most gourous among us. Good establishment of superior quality to the large groups found throughout the country

In a hip industrial setting, with exposed brickwork and faded walls, this former rice alcohol factory now produces craft beers made from mostly local ingredients. Beer lovers will be delighted by the original flavours on offer. For gourmets, pizzas, fish & chips, cheeses... On the menu, just below each dish, there's a particular beer recommended. We appreciate the initiative, let ourselves be guided and enjoy!

Located in the heart of Itaewon, this club offers a top-quality line-up of local and international DJs, focusing mainly on techno and electro. Every weekend, nights start at 11pm and go on until the end of the night, in a wild underground atmosphere. The staff speak a little English, and foreigners are welcome. The main room has a good sound system for enjoying the music, and a second adjacent room offers a quieter atmosphere in which to relax and chat over a drink.

Back to childhood! We all know in the fairgrounds the famous pliers machines (grippers) and well in South Korea, whole shops are made up of these machines. Cuddly toys, small accessories, figurines, key rings... they are rather easy to catch and promise minutes of fun. Perfect for bringing back cheap souvenirs, provided of course that you can resist the addictive side of your plush machines. Zzang Game being a chain store, you can find them elsewhere in Seoul and all over Korea.

We're buying into this place, we love it! Its decoration, a subtle and successful mix of wood, industrial and vegetation falling elegantly from the ceiling, is a pure success. During the day, you can enjoy hot drinks and in the evening, cocktails, wine or beer, the choice is yours. The establishment often welcomes musicians to liven things up a bit. You can also do some shopping (alcohol, jewelry, stationery ...) A nice Ali Baba cave to relax. A nice place where we strongly recommend you to make a stop.

Very modern, very elegant, very pure, that's how you could describe this establishment. It really has class! There is a touch of originality brought by the floor which is made of wood shavings (once seated, we advise you to take off your shoes to get a free foot massage). Since people come to a café mainly to enjoy good things, we recommend green plum tea with a slice of Earl Grey tea cake. A combination that works and that will bewitch you (tea).

Perfect bar for a moment in the tropics in the middle of Seoul! Everything in the decoration of this establishment is reminiscent of the islands and we love this immersion! Little crush for wicker chairs/swings. To remain in the caliente theme of the place, the signature cocktails are all based on tropical fruits and are served with a lot of originality. There are also a few dishes that are not out of the ordinary. A truly unusual place that changes from the soulless bars you often find.

Every day and every evening three major shows come to enchant the place a little more.

Carnival Fantasy Parade : Samba, Venetian masks and Caribbean rhythms are the folkloric ingredients of this extraordinary carnival. The watchword: party!

Dream of Lacium: A beautiful fireworks show led by Lacium and Laila, the Mickey and Minnie of Everland.

Moonlight parade: Suddenly, the lights go out and illuminated floats parade past for a sumptuous night parade. Not to be missed!

With no name, phone number or address, this bar is located in the second alley towards Insadong coming from Jongno Avenue. Passing the bend in the alley, it's the second door on the left, a screened door by the way. You have to bend down to reach a table in the large, smoky, noisy room with graffiti-covered walls. As soon as you sit down, you are served a large bowl of homemade makgeolli (whitish fermented rice wine) and a delicious fish grilled in coarse salt.

As its name suggests very strongly, welcome to a new kind of amusement park, dedicated to RV (understand Virtual Reality). More than 20 specially created video games are to be discovered in total immersion. Dressed in helmet, gloves... with sensors, you explore dreamlike, funny and sometimes terrifying worlds. Our favourite is the adaptation of Nintendo's famous game, Mario Kart. If you're going to Seoul with friends, you can already schedule an outing here, it's sensational!

A good bar as we like it with good music. Located in the Samsandong district, it stands out from the many other establishments because of the very warm welcome but especially its delicious cocktails (try the apple flavoured mojito). This bar also specializes in darts and organizes competitions (with prizes). The very generous boss often offers a tray of fruit but also a glass or two (it's always good to have). There is a smoking room inside. All the staff speak English.