Seoul nightlife guide
Discover Korean drinking games, local drinking culture and Seoul nightlife. Get practical
tips for meeting people, going out in Hongdae and experiencing Seoul after dark.
Korean drinking games
The rules, the chants and the penalties for the 15 games Koreans actually play: including what to do when you don’t drink alcohol.
Updated September 2026 · 12 min read
Rules, popular games and how Koreans actually play them.
Etiquette, soju, somaek and the food that belongs on the table.
Where to go after dark, and what a Seoul night really looks like.
The neighbourhood we host in, from first bar to last train.
15 Korean Drinking Games: Rules & How to Play
Discover 15 popular Korean drinking games, including APT, 3-6-9 and Titanic.
Updated September 2026 · 12 min read
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Korean drinking culture: a guide for first-time visitors
This guide introduces the essentials every first-time visitor should know.
Updated September 2026 · 8 min read
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Korean drinking etiquette: essential rules for visitors
This guide also explains how to politely decline alcohol, handle social situations.
Updated September 2026 · 10 min read
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What is chimaek? Chimaek is one of Korea’s most popular food and drink pairings, combining crispy Korean fried chicken and beer into a casual social experience enjoyed with friends, at
What is the APT game and how do you play it? The viral game behind Rosé and Bruno Mars’ hit “APT.” is actually a real Korean drinking game known
What is a Korean pocha? A pocha is one of Korea’s most recognizable late-night food and drinking experiences — a casual place where people gather around the table, share
Hongdae comes alive after dark. Discover the best of Hongdae nightlife, from clubs, bars and noraebang to street
performances, late-night food and social experiences – plus practical tips for
Seoul comes alive after dark. From skyline views and Han River picnics to street food, late-night shopping and the energy of Hongdae, discover 15 of the best ways to experience
What is somaek? Somaek is one of Korea’s best-known drinking combinations — a simple mix of soju and beer that you’ll often see shared around the table during a night
Learn the essentials of Korean drinking etiquette, from pouring and receiving drinks with two hands to drinking respectfully with elders. Discover when to sip or take a shot, which foods
Planning your first night out in Korea? Discover the essentials of Korean drinking etiquette and feel more confident sharing drinks with locals. Learn how to pour soju, why two hands
Planning your first night out in Korea? Explore Korean drinking culture and discover the traditions, drinks and social customs that shape an evening with locals. From soju etiquette and Korean
If you’ve ever watched a Korean drama, spent a night out in Seoul or shared a bottle of soju with friends, you’ve probably noticed that drinking in Korea is about
From the first hello to the last round in Hongdae – one night, in eight moments.
