The weather has definitely cooled down lately, and it feels lovely to walk outside! It’s that time of year when we can really get our steps in again. Haha. This time, I’m sharing an outdoor date route from Sharosugil to Nakseongdae Park near Seoul National University Station.
We first explored the alleys of Sharosugil, walked over to Nakseongdae Park for a stroll, and then returned to Sharosugil in the evening for a glass of soju.
Exploring the Alleys of Sharosugil
We got off at Seoul National University Station and walked to Sharosugil. The street is southeast of Exits 1 and 2 of the station on Subway Line 2!
There are little lifestyle shops and all kinds of restaurants, so it’s worth stopping to look around whenever something catches your eye.
My last visit to Sharosugil was around 2024, and I hadn’t been back since. So much had changed! I bookmarked several places to try another time. It was about 4 PM then, but the beer bars already had quite a few customers.
The neighborhood has this charming alleyway feel, making it a good choice for a date with your partner or a get-together with friends! There’s a mix of bars, eateries, lifestyle shops, cafés, and more to explore.
Nakseongdae Park | An Autumn Walking Route
After looking around Sharosugil, we headed to Nakseongdae Park. The two places are fairly close. Cross the road and walk for about 15 minutes, and you’ll reach Nakseongdae Park! Since the park commemorates General Gang Gam-chan, apparently some people living near Seoul National University Station also call it Gang Gam-chan Park—or so I’m told!
Along with the walking paths at Nakseongdae Park, you can explore Anguksa Shrine and the surrounding grounds too! We walked through the park and took in the buildings and scenery.
Autumn Views Along the Walking Path
On our way to Nakseongdae Park, we followed the path and enjoyed the scenery. You can even see Gwanaksan Mountain in the distance!
As you enter Nakseongdae Park, you’ll come across this arch. Walk through it and turn left to find Anguksa Shrine!
Anguksa Shrine and Its Surroundings
Anguksa is a shrine that houses General Gang Gam-chan’s portrait. I’d often seen the main gate closed, but it was open this time! So we went in for a look.
Inside the grounds were a memorial stele honoring the general and a three-story stone pagoda.
And there’s Anguksa Shrine!
Inside Anguksa Shrine, General Gang Gam-chan’s portrait was enshrined.
Anguksa Visiting Information
I’ve put the details for Anguksa Shrine in Nakseongdae Park in the table below!
Item | Information |
|---|---|
Location | Nakseongdae Park |
Address | 77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, South Korea |
Park Hours | Open 24 hours |
Closed Days | Open year-round |
Admission | Free |
Highlights | Anguksa Shrine, Nakseongdae Three-story Stone Pagoda, statue of General Gang Gam-chan |
Public Transportation | Approximately 876 m from Exit 4 of Nakseongdae Station on Subway Line 2 |
Inquiries | 02-879-6524 · Nakseongdae Park Management Office |
Anguksa Visiting Hours | Summer season: 9 AM–6 PM / Winter season: 9 AM–5 PM |
Sharosugil After Dark
After our walk in Nakseongdae Park, we returned to Sharosugil in the evening. We’d planned to have a glass of soju there from the start, so our route brought us back after exploring the park.
It certainly got busier at night. I hadn’t noticed before, but General Gang Gam-chan actually dances on the Sharosugil sign... My companion thought it looked a bit tacky, but I found it quite a novelty...
That day, we stopped by Kirakira Yoon’s Sharosugil branch after our walk! I’ll cook up a full review for the next post!
Here’s the route we followed that day!
Explore the alleys of Sharosugil
Walk through Nakseongdae Park and visit Anguksa Shrine
Enjoy Sharosugil after dark
Have dinner
Personally, I think Sharosugil is at its best in autumn, so I’d recommend dropping by whenever you have time for an unhurried visit!
