Recommended Date Spot Ideas in Seoul This Christmas and New Year!

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Planning a special night with your favorite person, here are a few recommended date spot ideas for this Christmas and New Years Eve in Seoul.

Seoul is lit up. Christmas season is here. Not celebrating with your significant other will be a shame, especially when the city has become a wonderland! So, here are recommendations for date spot ideas for Christmas and New Year in Seoul! Get excited for a wonderful sight of lights and music and festivities.

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Christmas Tree Spots

Christmas trees and lights are transforming downtown Seoul into a winter wonderland. The festive vibe on the streets is amazing, but if you want to truly embrace the Christmas spirit, why not take your date to a Christmas tree spot?

Hyundai Department Store Trade Center
Shinsegae Department Store Myeongdong
COEX Library
Yeongdeungpo Times Square
Lotte World Magic Castle
The Hyundai Seoul Christmas Village
Times Square in Yeongdeungpo

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Christmas Markets – A Shopping Date

Seoul has more shopping spots than you might imagine. During the holidays, many of them are decorated like Christmas markets, so you can get into the festive spirit. There are lots of different brands and prices, so you can find something special for yourself or a loved one after a tough year.

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Ice Rinks

While the ice rinks in Seoul are not Rockefeller Square, one of the most romantic date idea spots in Seoul is the skating in the ice rink with your loved one.

Seoul City Hall Plaza Ice Rink
Lotte World Ice Rink
Mokdong Ice Rink
Hyatt Hotel Ice Rink
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul

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More Snow Activities – Skiing, Snowboarding, and Sledding

Winter is here, and we can’t wait for all the fun activities it brings! Skiing, boarding, and sledding are our favorite things to do during this season. And for a special Christmas or New Year’s date, why not head to a ski resort? We’ve got a list of top ski resorts near you with amazing snow conditions and a great atmosphere for skiers and boarders alike.

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Seoul Winterfesta

Seoul’s winter festival is a celebration of all that makes the city shine. It’s a mix of traditional and modern, art and tech, city and nature. The 2024-2025 Seoul Winterfesta will be from December 13 to January 5. You’ll see amazing views of Seoul’s landmarks like DDP, Gwanghwamun Plaza, Open Songhyeon Green Square, Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul Plaza, Boshin Gak, and Sejong-daero, all made possible by media facade mapping.

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