Hello. :)
Whenever the weekend comes, I find myself having the same dilemma.
"Where should we go today?"
I search for special places, but in the end, I tend to choose familiar options like cafes or movie theaters.
So this time, I wanted to spend some time doing something different, and I visited Real World Cheongju, located on the 3rd floor of Connect Hyundai Cheongju.
After experiencing it firsthand, it was a space where couples, friends, and families could all enjoy their time together regardless of who was visiting.
I'd like to introduce it in detail for those of you looking for unique indoor activities in Cheongju that you can enjoy without worrying about the weather.
Popular Experiences from Seoul's Seongsu-dong Now Available in Cheongju
Real World is a brand that has been well-loved in Seoul's Seongsu-dong as a unique experience space.
Now you can enjoy various content at Connect Hyundai Cheongju, making it possible to have special experiences without traveling far.
It's conveniently close to Cheongju Express Bus Terminal and easily accessible by public transportation. I also liked the fact that it's located inside Connect Hyundai, so you can enjoy dining and shopping before and after your experience.
It can be enjoyed in a comfortable indoor setting regardless of the weather - whether it's rainy, hot summer, or cold winter. It was a perfect fit as an indoor dating spot in Cheongju or as a family outing course.
It was great for planning a full day itinerary since you can enjoy experiences, shopping, and dining all in one place.
Open-Format Content Different from Traditional Escape Rooms
When you think of escape rooms, you typically imagine entering a small confined space and rushing to solve problems within a time limit.
Real World operates in a somewhat different way from traditional escape rooms.
It's open-format content where you move freely through space within a single universe called 'Mystery Hotel,' finding clues and continuing the story.
Since it's not just about being confined to one space solving problems, but rather exploring multiple locations and solving missions, I felt less sense of claustrophobia.
As you wander around the space finding clues, you can feel a sense of immersion as if you've become the protagonist of a story.
Even those without much escape room experience can proceed at their own pace following the guidance, making it easy to start without burden.
There were three aspects I particularly liked:
Content that can be enjoyed without reservations
Relaxed gameplay without time pressure
A structure that even escape room beginners can easily participate in
Because there's less pressure to solve problems quickly, couples, friends, and families can enjoy it comfortably.
Same-Day Visits Without Reservation Possible
Popular escape room cafes often require advance reservations, making it difficult to coordinate schedules.
Real World Cheongju offers content that can be experienced immediately upon visiting the same day, so I was able to visit relatively without burden.
It seems like a great option when you suddenly make plans with friends or want to spontaneously go out on the weekend.
Operating Hours
Daily from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Open year-round
Since the usage method and number of participants may vary depending on the content, it's good to check the website for your desired program before visiting.
Content You Can Enjoy at Real World Cheongju
At Real World Cheongju, you can experience various hands-on content that you can choose according to your preference.
From open-format escape rooms that explore spaces to deduction games that immerse you in roles and action games where you cooperate by moving your body, you can choose appropriate content depending on who you visit with.
① Rooms
Open-Format Escape Room Where You Can Freely Explore Spaces
Rooms is Real World's signature content.
It progresses by using a smartphone app to explore various parts of the Mystery Hotel, finding clues and continuing the story.
Unlike traditional escape rooms where you stay in a confined space solving problems, you can move freely and perform missions, which offered a unique kind of fun.
The space is designed with atmosphere, making it easy to take photos while progressing through missions.
The spaces designed with a hotel concept felt like photo zones, allowing us to enjoy both the game and photography.
For couples looking to create special memories instead of visiting ordinary cafes or movie theaters, it seemed like it would be perfect as a unique dating course in Cheongju.
② CLUE
Recommended for Those Who Love Crime Scenes and Murder Mysteries
If you enjoy mystery variety shows or murder mystery games, this is content you'll definitely want to experience.
Once the game starts, all participants become characters in the incident, and each person is given different roles, secrets, and information.
Participants share conversations based on the information they have and analyze each other's words to deduce the truth of the incident and identify the perpetrator.
Since someone must hide the truth while someone else must uncover the lies, you can feel the immersion of being a protagonist in an actual mystery program.
I especially want to recommend this to the following types of people:
Those who enjoy deduction games
Those who enjoy role-playing and debates
Those who want to experience something special with friends
Couples looking for unique activities instead of ordinary dating
Even first-time participants can understand the progression through video guides, making it easy to enjoy without difficulty.
When you visit with friends, you're likely to find unexpected fun in the process of suspecting and persuading each other.
③ Boom Boom Planet
Cooperative Game Using Both Brain and Physical Fitness
Boom Boom Planet is the most active program among the three contents.
It's a cooperative game where you solve various missions within a limited time using buttons, footpads, and location-sensing sensors.
It's content where the fun increases the more 2 to 4 people work together in sync.
It's designed with various challenges ranging from missions requiring quick movements to problems that can only be solved by dividing roles between participants, allowing you to use both brain and physical fitness.
You naturally move your body much more than expected, providing a good workout, and as you solve missions by coordinating with each other, the laughter doesn't stop.
If you're looking for exciting indoor entertainment in Cheongju to enjoy with friends, it's particularly recommended content.
Why Everyone from Students to Families Can Enjoy It
The biggest advantage of Real World Cheongju is that it's not a space for a specific age group alone, but rather a place where diverse visitors can enjoy together.
Content available without reservations
Structure easy for escape room beginners to participate in
Programs enjoyable for both children and adults
Experiences that friends, couples, and families can share
Atmospheric space perfect for taking photos
Indoor content enjoyable regardless of season or weather
It seemed like satisfaction would be high since visitors could select different content depending on who they come with.
Couples can enjoy immersive dating through Rooms or CLUE, and with friends, you can have an energetic time with Boom Boom Planet.
Families with children can also create joyful memories by cooperating, conversing, and selecting content suited to their children's age and preferences.
Full-Day Course Enjoying Shopping and Dining Together
Real World is located on the 3rd floor of Connect Hyundai Cheongju.
After finishing your experience, you can dine or shop within the same building, and even relax at a cafe to end your day leisurely, making it great for planning as a full-day itinerary.
It was convenient because you could handle experiences, shopping, and dining all in one place without having to travel between multiple locations.
It was particularly good as an indoor dating or family outing spot since there's minimal burden for travel even on days with bad weather.
I'd like to recommend this place to those looking for unique dating spots in Cheongju, those wanting to create special memories with friends, and families looking for indoor outing places to enjoy with their children.