Seoul is the capital city of South Korea, a city that is not only a city that is renowned for its natural attractions, but it is also known for its unlimited entertainment options. Things to do in the city are countless and one of the major sources of entertainment in the city is the bars and pubs in Seoul. The bars and pubs in the city are world class and contribute considerably to the Seoul’s nightlife.
Some of the popular bars and pubs of Seoul are Aura Bar, Groove Bar and Embassy Lounge Bar.
There are a million bars in Seoul. They can be basically lumped into 5 categories:
1. Western Bars — this doesn’t mean there will be any western people, just lots of beer. Number 10, Wa Bar and others fall into this category.
2. Real Western Bars — replete with real western people. And you can actually stand by the bar.
3. Korean bars — Places that serve different Korean liquors.
4. Soju Tents — Little tents set up serving Soju. Often frequented by middle-aged men and less expensive than any other places.
5. Juicy Bars — The deal here is that you go in and a girl (employee of the bar) will sit down and chat with you, usually wearing skimpy clothing. She’ll ask, “Can you buy me a drink” and the drink will cost 20 000 won. Apparently half of the price of a drink will go directly to the girl working there.
6. Nightclubs — Entertaining if you’re feeling frisky. The waitstaff will drag unaccompanied girls to your table to enjoy your company and alcohol for as long as you’re able to keep their attention. You’re free to send them away when you get bored, and they’re likewise free to leave if you’re a lout.
Best bars, cafe, and clubs in Seoul City
1. JJ’s
Housed in the basement of the Hyatt hotel in Discover JJ’s
Itaewon, JJ’s is a popular ex-pat to hang out in the nite.
2. Mafia Bar
A hard-to-find gem in typically upscale Apku-Jong Dong where the hottest stars can be found Discover Mafia Bar
in the hippest bars…
3. Mr. Chow
The exclusive restaurant chain of mercurial designer, painter, actor and art collector Michael Discover Mr. Chow
Chow has now opened in Seoul.
4. Nashville Steak House
Enjoy the best steak in the town.
Here are a few pics of Sinchon in Seodaemun-gu. Seodaemun is located west of Jongno on the way to Goyang-city (one of the biggest Seoul suburbs). Along with Gwancheoldong, Hongdae, Daehangno, Myeongdong, and Gangnam station, Sinchon is a very popular hangout area for the youth. This is probably due to several universities being located nearby, such as Yonsei (one of Korea’s most prestigious tertiary-level schools).
Photos of Goyang City, one of the biggest Seoul Suburbs.
Watch Wa Bar, a nightlife bar in Seoul City video here
Taipei (台北) is the capital city of Taiwan, and the largest city and the most modern city on the island. Taipei city has 12 districts. The metropolitan area of Taipei includes Taipei City, Taipei County, Keelung City, Taoyuan County, Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, and Yilan County. Famous for its chinese traditional culture, Taipei is also influenced by outside modern western style. The tallest building on the world also standing on Taipei, called Taipei 101.
Taipei Nightlife
Taipei has a great nightlife. People call Taiwan the land of convenience because you can find anything or do anything at just about any time of the day. Although locals work or study during the day, nighttime is for play. Whether it’s cocktails in a trendy lounge bar, dancing in a club, or live music at one of the city’s venues, there is plenty of nightlife.
Taipei has many night markets, the most famous of which is the Shilin Night Market in the Shilin District of the city. The surrounding streets by Shilin Night Market get extremely crowded during the evening. Most night markets in Taiwan open around 4 p.m. as students begin returning home from school; crowds reach their peak between 8 and 11 p.m. Businesses continue operating well past midnight and close around 1 to 2 a.m.
Ximending has been a famous area for shopping and entertainment since the 1930s. Historic structures include a concert hall and a historic cinema. Modern structures house karaoke businesses, art film cinemas, wide-release movie cinemas, electronic stores, and a wide variety of restaurants and fashion clothing stores. The pedestrian area is especially popular with teens.
The Xinyi District is popular with tourists and locals alike for its many entertainment and shopping venues, as well as being the home of the Taipei 101 building, a prime tourist attraction famous for being the world’s tallest building. Malls in the area include the sprawling Shin Kong Mitsukoshi complex, Taipei 101 mall, Eslite Bookstore’s flagship store (which includes a boutique mall), The Living Mall, New York New York shopping mall, and the Vieshow Cinema (formerly known as Warner Village).
For family entertainment, there are the night markets, some of which don’t get started until after dark. There is also KTV, giant karaoke venues where groups of people can reserve a small room equipped with karaoke equipment. The staff will deliver drinks and food to the room, or you can take your own for a corkage fee. It’s a favorite pastime for Taiwanese and an opportunity to belt out songs with only your friends and family to ridicule you.
The best nightlife is found in the commercial district of Anho Rd in East Taipei and the older Shi Men Ding or West Side. Taiwanese tend to eat early and many restaurants close by 2130, but with no licensing limits many bars are open until 0200 or 0400, and some all night. Shao yen or snack bars in night life areas are popular on the way home.
Anho is scattered with bars and restaurants, including the Champagne Bar, 169 AnHer Road, Section 2, a lounge bar with sofas for a wealthy clientele and American-style Carnegies, 100 AnHo Road, Section 2, with good rock music.
1. Blue Note. Address : 171, Roosevelt Rd, Sec 3, 4F. Telp : (02) 2362-2333
2. Brown Sugar. Address : 101, Songren Rd. Telp : (02) 8780-1110
3. Shun. Address : 5, Lane 38, Chungshan N Rd, Sec 7, Tienmu
4. X-Files. Address : 309, Fuhsing N Rd. Telp : (02) 2717-3237 good food
Taipei Nightclubs
1. B1 Lounge Bar. Address : 71, Aikuo E Rd, B1. Telp : (02) 2397-0506
2. Kiss La Boca. Address : 3Fl, Magnolia Hotel 166 Tunhua N Rd. Telp : (02) 2712-1201,
3. @Live (Second Floor). Address : 3Fl, 15 Hoping W Rd, Sec 1. Telp : (02) 2396-3155
4. Michel Studio. Address : 83, AnHe Rd, Sec 2. Telp : (02) 8733-1088
5. Mix 50/90. Address : 12, Chunghsiao E Rd. Sec 1, B1 in Lai Lai Sheraton. Telp : (02) 2321-5511, ext 8333
6. Plush. Address : 138, BaDe Rd Sec 4, 12F. Telp : (02) 3762-1600
7. Rock Candy. Address : 7 Lane 79, Fuhsing S Rd, Sec 1. Telp : (02) 8773-8578
8. Room 18. Address : 18, Songshou Rd, B1 Warner Village. Telp : (02) 2345-2778
9. Roxy Vibe (99). Address : 218, Jinshan S Rd,Sec 2, B1. Telp : (02) 2351-5970
10. Spin Disco Pub. Address : 91, Heping E Rd Sec 1. Telp : (02) 2356-9366
Taipei Nightlife and city Photos and Pictures including the night market, bars, and Taipei 101 :
Taipei Landmark Builing, Taipei 101, has 1,644-foot-tall
Ximending (West Side), a famous shopping night market
Shilin Night Market is a night market in the Shilin District of Taipei City. Shilin Night Market has since become the largest and most well known night market in Taiwan
Roxy 99, located in the youthful Shi-Da area of the Da An District, is one of Taipei’s oldest and most popular clubs, attracting a good cross-section of the city’s partiers
GuangZhou Street at HuaHsi market
Huaxi Night Market, a conventional night market with cheap buys and food, but with a twist. They sell Snakes bladder, blood, wine, as well as Turtle parts here.
Taipei Nightlife, has inexpensive cafes and restaurants have become a hangout for local teens
Lantern Festival at the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall
Watch Taipei Nightlife night market in Taiwan video here
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