Cat Cafes in Ansan, Gyeonggi Do

Ansan, Gyeonggi Do

Cat Forest (Goyangi Sup) is a cat cafe on the fourth floor of the Seongjin Building in Gojan-dong, Danwon-gu, Ansan, in the side street between the Hosu-dong post office and a GS25 store. About 33 cats live in the cafe, which is aimed at people who cannot keep a cat of their own, couples and families looking for a quiet indoor outing. Entry includes a packaged drink and 90 minutes with the cats, with extra time charged per 30 minutes, and churu treats can be bought at the counter. Visitors must be at least 8 years old. The cafe opens at 1 pm on weekdays and noon at weekends, closes at 9 pm, and is closed on Mondays.

Ansan, Gyeonggi Do

Zoonimal Ansan is an animal cafe on the second floor of the Lead Smart Square knowledge industry centre in Singil-dong, Danwon-gu, Ansan, opposite the outdoor car park. Cats are among the main residents, alongside parrots, reptiles and other small animals, and the cafe presents itself as a place to learn slowly how to interact with animals. A per-person entry fee applies, children under 18 months enter free, and animal treats and children's drinks are sold separately; treats can sell out early. The cafe opens at 11 am from Wednesday to Friday and 10 am at weekends, and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Ansan, Gyeonggi Do

Nyang Cafe Rubeu is a cat cafe on the ninth floor of the Jungang Noblesse building, home to a Hana Bank branch, on Yesuldaehak-ro in Gojan-dong, Danwon-gu, Ansan, near Ansan City Hall. Its cats are rescued and surrendered cats that are now affectionate with visitors. The cat play area is separate from a dessert cafe serving drinks and handmade cakes, and the high floor gives open views over Gojan-dong, including at night. Entry is the same for all ages and covers two hours to limit stress on the cats, with extra time charged per 10 minutes, and treats are sold. The building car park offers two hours free. The cafe is open every day, from noon on weekdays and 11 am at weekends, until 9 pm.

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Ansan, Gyeonggi Do

Birman Cat Family is a cat cafe specialising in Birman cats, on the ground floor of the First Ville building on Gwangdeok-daero in Gojan-dong, Danwon-gu, Ansan, next to Subway and in front of the Ansan Culture Square bus stop. The resident cats are blue-eyed Birmans, a breed known for its calm, gentle temperament, and the clean, well-kept space is popular with families with children, some of whom return regularly. Entry prices are set for children from 13 months through elementary school and for middle school students and adults. The cafe is open every day, from noon on weekdays and 11 am at weekends, until 10 pm.

Ansan, Gyeonggi Do

Udadada Cat Cafe is a cat cafe on the second floor of a building on Wolpi-ro in Wolpi-dong, Sangnok-gu, Ansan, about two minutes on foot from Dong-Ansan Hospital and near Seongpo Middle School. About 15 cats of various breeds live here, including blue-eyed Ragdolls and British Shorthairs, and the cafe aims for a quiet setting with soft sofas and photo spots. Entry includes a drink, with a lower rate for elementary school children. Visits can be booked by text message, and the cafe stays open into the evening. There is no dedicated car park, so visitors use nearby car parks or street parking.