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Cozy autumn activities to enjoy if you like South Korea or Korean culture
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items If you're into Korean culture, fall in Korea is an awesome season to enjoy it to the fullest. If you’re lucky enough to visit, you’ll see the landscapes bursting into vibrant colors that make every walk feel magical. But if you can’t make it to South...
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Activities in South Korea
Watch KDramas with Cozy Autumn Vibes
Other Activities
Activities in South Korea
September is still warm during the day, so layering your clothes is ideal to stay cozy when temperatures dip at night, especially in October and November when it cools down even more. Fall is one of the best times to visit South Korea for outdoor act...
Various spots in Seoul where you can enjoy the fall foliage and take a pleasant walk.
Autumn spots in Seoul | Aesthetic travel vlog
Seokchon Lake (Seoul) in autumn is perfect for a nice walk, with the colorful leaves creating a beautiful backdrop.
Seokchonhosu Lake (석촌호수)
Olympic Park (Seoul) is a fantastic spot to take a walk and enjoy the stunning autumn colors. You can relax and take in the beautiful fall foliage while exploring the park's lovely paths.
Olympic Park (올림픽 공원)
Rent a car and visit different places in South Korea where you can find the colors of autumn. If you prefer not to drive, you can choose some of your favorite spots or use public transportation, but it will take several days to visit all the location...
Autumn in Korea
This is an idea for a solo trip, also using public transportation, to see the autumn colors outside Seoul.
Autumn in Gyeongju
Day trip to see the Metasequoia forest in Daejeon.
Autumn Trip in Korea
Watch KDramas with Cozy Autumn Vibes
These KDramas, while not all set in fall, bring that warm, comforting feel that reminds me of the season. Here are my top KDrama recommendations with cozy autumn vibes. These shows offer a perfect mix of warmth and charm, making them great to watch w...
Although it's also set in winter, Goblin gives off strong autumn vibes, maybe due to the storyline, but especially because of the picturesque scenes filmed in Quebec.
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (도깨비) - 2016/17
Mystic Pop-up Bar was filmed during autumn and winter, which gives it those seasonal vibes. However, it's really the storyline, with its mystical and fantastical elements, along with the dynamic between the three main characters, that makes this seri...
Mystic Pop-Up Bar (쌍갑포차) - 2020
The first episodes of I'm Not a Robot take place during autumn, and even though the rest of the story unfolds in winter, the romance between the characters brings such cozy warmth, perfect for autumn nights. Plus, the storyline gives off Beauty and t...
I'm Not a Robot (로봇이 아니야) - 2017/18
Must You Go is a short and sweet romance story. The beautiful autumn leaves set against Korean palaces, along with the fantasy elements, create the perfect cozy vibes.
Must You Go? (가시리잇고) - 2021
The cinematography, time travel storyline, romance, and nostalgic themes in Tomorrow With You create a perfect cozy atmosphere for autumn viewing.
Tomorrow with You (내일 그대와) - 2017
I think this show gives off cozy autumn vibes because of its romance and relatable story. The overall feeling of the show really makes it a perfect watch for a cozy fall night.
Because This Is My First Life (이번 생은 처음이라) - 2017
The Package was filmed in France during the fall season, so the beautiful autumn scenery combined with the travelers' stories and moments makes it an ideal watch for this time of year.
The Package (더 패키지) - 2017
The story of airport workers set against the beautiful autumn scenery makes it a perfect choice for a cozy afternoon watch.
Where Stars Land (여우각시별) - 2018
Splash Splash Love is a short KDrama with just two episodes, making it perfect when you want something a bit longer than a movie but not too lengthy. The time travel plot mixes with a sweet romance set against beautiful autumn scenery, creating a coz...
Splash Splash LOVE (퐁당퐁당 LOVE) - 2015
My Roommate Is a Gumiho is a cozy watch thanks to its mix of fantasy elements and the gumiho storyline, along with the sweet romance. The main character is a university student, and the story begins in autumn, which adds to those comfy, fall vibes.
My Roommate Is a Gumiho (간 떨어지는 동거) - 2021
A Piece of Your Mind radiates cozy cottagecore vibes with the comforting and beautiful chemistry between the main characters. It's such a lovely drama.
A Piece of Your Mind (반의 반) - 2020
Romance is a Bonus Book may lean more towards winter vibes than autumn, but it still has that cozy atmosphere. The sweet romance between the main characters and the secondary couple, combined with warm clothing and the publishing house setting, just ...
Romance Is a Bonus Book (로맨스는 별책부록) - 2019
Thirty But Seventeen takes place in the summer, but it’s such a beautiful and cozy drama that it deserves a spot on this list. The storyline, with its “found family” theme and the relationship between the two main characters, is so heartwarming. Ever...
Thirty but Seventeen (서른이지만 열일곱입니다) - 2018
Other Activities
Here are some fun activities you can do, even if you’re not in South Korea, that connect you to Korean culture.
Read Korean books or those about Korean culture. If you prefer, you can also check out Webtoons. If you enjoy KDramas, you’ll know that many shows and movies are based on Webtoons.
WEBTOON
Make a Korean recipe at home! If you’re not in the mood or don’t know how to cook, you can always watch recipe videos; it’s cozy too!
The BEST Korean Spicy Rice Cake Skewers (Tteok-kkochi) | How to Cook at Home
If you have a Korean or Asian grocery store nearby, check it out to explore new ingredients, snacks, and drinks. You might discover some favorites! If not, you can always shop online and gather snacks for a good KDrama binge-watch.
Visit Local Korean or Asian Markets
With the popularity of Korean culture around the world, there are now many places opening Korean food shops, cafés, or snack stores. If you’re lucky enough to have one near your city (or are in South Korea), visit one of them and enjoy a hot drink an...
Visit a Korean café in your city
Do DIY crafts related to Korean culture, like this bookmark.
Korean Traditional Josephin Knot Bookmark DIY