Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory
Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks moderate (daily crowd index 79); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Wed, Nov 18; weekday average 27, weekend average 71; the quietest day of the week is Wednesday; opening hours: 09:00–17:00 (KST).
- Type
- Landmark
- Area
- Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
- Address
- 8-28 Yeonggeumjeong-ro 5-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
- Opening hours
- 09:00–17:00 (KST)
- Parking nearby
- 2 lots within 500 m · about 64 spaces
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:50 · sunset 17:29
- Popularity
- Popular
Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory: least crowded days in the next 30 days
This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2830 | 2933 | 3040 | 3179 | |||
| 11/176 | 226 | 327 | 424 | 525 | 629 | 775 |
| 858 | 929 | 1029 | 1122 | 1225 | 1330 | 1487 |
| 1556 | 1630 | 1725 | 1821 | 1925 | 2028 | 2185 |
| 2254 | 2328 | 2428 | 2524 | 2626 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sun, Nov 8 58 · Sun, Nov 15 56 · Sun, Nov 22 54 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Wed, Nov 4 24 · Wed, Nov 11 22 · Wed, Nov 18 21 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Oct 31 79 · Sat, Nov 14 87 · Sat, Nov 21 85 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 27 · weekends 71 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 28 · Tue 27 · Wed 24 · Thu 27 · Fri 32 · Sat 82 · Sun 61 (bold = quietest day) |
FAQ
- Is there parking at Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory?
- Yes. On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory?
- 09:00–17:00 (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Wednesday is the quietest day of the week (average 24) and Saturday the busiest (average 82). The single quietest day is Wed, Nov 18.
- What time should I visit Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (09:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be moderate (daily crowd index 79; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
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