Sokcho 2-Day Itinerary 2026: Hot Spots & Travel Tips

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Sokcho 1-Night, 2-Day Travel Itinerary & Insider Tips

©Text/Photos by Haong-e

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I recently embarked on a Sokcho trip, a place brimming with delicious restaurants, cafes,

and sights that have been buzzing on Instagram lately!

If you're a 'P' type (perceiver/spontaneous) who struggles with planning,

just follow my itinerary,

and you're guaranteed a 100% successful trip!

I've perfectly curated (알잘딱깔센)!

this 1-night, 2-day Sokcho travel itinerary and insider tips,

so just follow along!

1. Tips for Choosing Accommodation to Elevate Your Trip Quality

For my Sokcho trip this time,

I stayed at an Airbnb.

It was clean, had a swimming pool, and even allowed cooking.

Since it's relatively new, it was pristine and even more comfortable than a hotel.

It was a fantastic stay!

The accommodation was conveniently located near Sokcho Beach, Cheongchoho Lake,

and the bus terminal.

With restaurants, cafes, and tourist attractions nearby,

it was perfectly optimized for travel.

What's more, despite all those conveniences,

it was also great value for money, making it a truly satisfying stay.

If you haven't booked your accommodation yet, check out the review below:

>>Airbnb Accommodation Review<<

2. A 1-Night, 2-Day Itinerary Featuring Only Hotspots

For office workers like me who always have limited annual leave,

this 1-night, 2-day travel itinerary allows you to make the most of your weekend without needing to use up precious vacation days.

I'll share it with you in a perfectly curated way!

For reference, I packed in eating, drinking, and sightseeing from Friday after work until Saturday evening!

Especially if you're an office worker,

make sure to follow my travel plan!

3. Reviews and Tips for Each Location

1. Chungju Sanghoe

Chungju Sanghoe is famous for its squid sundae (Korean sausage).

To share a review, I ordered an assorted platter to try, but

in conclusion, the flower sundae or the scorched rice sundae were the most delicious!

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Therefore, I recommend buying a few different kinds in small portions at the market

to taste them all.

2. Yes Dakgangjeong

This is currently the most popular dakgangjeong (sweet & spicy fried chicken) spot,

and it has a unique visual due to the addition of squid ink.

The fried chicken was crispy, and since it's made only with boneless chicken thigh,

it was tender, not dry, and absolutely delicious!

If I had to rate its flavor, it was the best dakgangjeong I've ever had in Sokcho.

There's often a long wait here, so I recommend doing an 'open run' (arriving right at opening) or

booking your pickup through Naver two days in advance!

>>How to Pick Up Yes Dakgangjeong Without Fail<<

If you couldn't reserve your Yes Dakgangjeong pickup,

you can do an 'open run' on the day of, place your order,

and receive it after about 2 hours.

Here's a pro tip!

To make the waiting time fly by effectively,

place your order first, then explore the market and enjoy some snacks.

If you have extra time,

be sure to stop by Yukgu Bangatgan and try their delicious tteok (rice cakes) too!

3. Honeyne: The Top Bakery Pilgrimage Spot

Their croissants and ciabatta are genuinely so delicious that

I packed over ~$35 worth of bread from here –

it’s truly a gourmet spot I personally vouch for!

Here too, you typically need to do an 'open run' starting at 8 AM to get your hands on their delicious baked goods.

But I pre-ordered my bread via text message, so I could pick up all the kinds I wanted.

That morning, I had a sandwich and a croissant, and they were so incredibly tasty

that I wished I had bought even more!

You absolutely must try the croissants and olive sticks!

4. Insaeng Ne Cut: Perfect for Making Memories

There are unique 'Insaeng Ne Cut' (Life Four Cuts) photo booths only available here,

along with various photo studios offering different concepts.

It was a great way to make memories and take beautiful pictures.

5. Sokcho Souvenir Shop Tour

Sokcho is home to many charming and pretty souvenir shops,

but the one that perfectly suited my personal taste was

Hodu Japwhajeom (Hodu General Store).

There was so much to see and so much to buy—

keyrings, accessories, household goods, dishes, and more—

making it absolutely perfect for picking up gifts!

If you're going with your significant other, you absolutely must visit a souvenir shop.

You'll find time just flies by as you browse!

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5. Sokcho Lighthouse Beach

If you successfully bought Dakgangjeong from the market,

I highly recommend enjoying it at

Lighthouse Beach, which is only a 5-minute drive away.

Here’s a pro tip: you can lie or sit on the flat wooden platforms (pyeongsang) for free on this beach.

I spread out my mat and savored my delicious Dakgangjeong while gazing at the ocean.

If you visit the market and then want to see the beach,

this is the perfect travel course!

6. Sokcho Eye Ferris Wheel

If you're planning to ride the Ferris wheel, here's a tip:

it's best to go between 7-8 PM.

During that time, you can witness the beautiful sunset over the sea,

allowing you to appreciate the East Sea even more splendidly.

The atmosphere, the scenery – absolutely everything was perfect.

Afterward, I walked along Sokcho Beach, enjoyed the night sea view,

and finally, savored a delicious 'Saengseon-kase' (grilled fish omakase) at 88 Saengseongui before heading home.

And just like that, I checked off all the hot spots

and had a truly fulfilling 1-night, 2-day trip!

4. Overall Review

My 1-Night, 2-Day Sokcho Itinerary

How does that sound to you all?

I've shared all the insider tips, from genuinely delicious restaurants and cafes

to how to enjoy them without waiting,

so this weekend or on your next vacation,

definitely give trendy Sokcho a visit!

I realized once again that our country (Korea) has so many truly beautiful places,

tons of things to enjoy, and amazing food spots.

It's truly a gem!

I hope you all can use my itinerary as a guide

and have an incredibly fulfilling trip!

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