Cat Cafes in South Korea

Cheonan, Chungcheongnam Do

Nyangimaru is a cat cafe on the fifth floor of the Lotteria building on Seobu-daero in Seongjeong-dong, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan, about a minute on foot from the Cheonan Seongjeong-dong Post Office bus stop; visitors can use the building's car park. About 100 cats live here, and the cafe describes itself as a paradise of affectionate lap cats. It aims to respect each cat's character and routine, encouraging natural contact rather than forced handling, so visitors can take their time getting to know individual cats. Entry includes a drink, with discounted rates for students and preschool children, a group rate for five or more people and ten-visit passes; Naver reservations come with a discount. It opens from noon to 8 PM and is closed on Mondays.

• Adoptable cats

Cheonan, Chungcheongnam Do

Minimong is a cat cafe in Dujeong-dong, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan, home to about 30 friendly cats of various breeds. It is run by a professional cat groomer who looks after the cats directly, and grooming is also offered. The space is divided into themed areas with names such as Cattopia, Cat-tral Park and the Galaxy Room, with photo spots throughout. Visitors who find a favourite cat can wear a sling bag to carry it for closer contact. A single entry price applies to adults, students and children, and every visitor receives a cup of bead ice cream, which can be swapped for a drink. The cafe opens at 10:30 AM at weekends.

Asan, Chungcheongnam Do

Dress-ibeun Goyangi, meaning 'cat in a dress', is a rescue animal cafe on the third floor of the Hwadamwon building near Sinjeongho Lake in Bangchuk-dong, Asan. It looks after rescued cats and dogs that are waiting for new families, from kittens to adult cats, and as its name suggests the cafe has a dress-up concept. The seating area is separated from the animal area, the space has an open outlook, and visitors change into indoor slippers. Cat treats can be fed to the cats from a spoon. Tickets differ between weekdays and weekends and between adults and children, with standard entry and all-day passes, and drinks such as smoothies are served. The cafe is open every day from 11 AM to 10 PM.

• Adoptable cats

Seosan, Chungcheongnam Do

Daltanyang is a newly opened rescue cat cafe on the third floor of a building on Angyeon-ro in Dongmun-dong, Seosan. It is home to about 120 cats, all rescued from the street, and both healthy cats and cats with health problems live there together. Because many of the cats are still nervous of people and need time to adjust, the cafe is opening only at weekends for the time being, with Sunday afternoon hours from 1 PM to 8 PM listed so far. It is the only cat cafe currently listed in Seosan. As the opening schedule is limited and may change while the cats settle in, visitors should check the cafe's Instagram before making a trip.

Nonsan, Chungcheongnam Do

Myohan Haru is a cat cafe in Chwiam-dong, Nonsan, on the third floor of the building with SK Telecom and Baskin-Robbins, opposite Kim Sang-young Internal Medicine clinic. It is one of the few cat cafes in southern Chungcheongnam-do. Visitors praise the owner for explaining each cat and how to interact with it, and the cats are described as gentle and used to being handled. There are plenty of toys, and treats such as churu, which are limited each day, and dried snacks can be bought, along with cat keyrings. Entry is charged per person, with separate rates for adults, school students and preschool children, who must be accompanied by a guardian. It is open from 11 AM to 7 PM and closed on Tuesdays.

Gwangju

Ddegururu is a cat cafe in Dongmyeong-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, the neighbourhood known for its cafe street. It is on the second floor of a building between Yeohaengja-ui Zip and Hosijeong Cafe, with a shop called Popo on the ground floor. The cafe has been operating since at least 2019 and is a low-key place where visitors come mainly to relax with the resident cats. The entry fee is modest, and it suits a short break while exploring Dongmyeong-dong or as an unusual date. It opens at 12:30 PM and closes at 8 PM, and is closed on Wednesdays.

Gwangju

Healing Nyaongi is a cat cafe in Dongmyeong-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, on the second floor above an Emart24 convenience store next to the Salesio Girls' High School bus stop. Its cats are a mix of rescued abandoned cats and cats adopted into the cafe, and the owner describes it as a place where both the cats and their human visitors can relax. The cats are very affectionate and eager for attention. Entry is charged per person, with one rate for visitors aged 11 and over and a lower rate for children aged 10 and under. The cafe has no car park of its own, so drivers need to look for parking in the side streets near the GS convenience store.

Gwangju

Bibinyang is a ground-floor cat cafe on Myeonang-ro in Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju, near the back gate of Chonnam National University, with parking behind and beside the building. It presents itself as a stylish, relaxed cat cafe where visitors can spend time with the cats over a drink, and the owners emphasise the cats' health and hygiene and keeping the space clean. Photography is allowed. Entry includes a drink, with separate rates for adults aged 19 and over, secondary school students and children. The room is spacious and well kept. It opens at 11 AM at weekends and noon on weekdays, closes at 8 PM, and is closed on Wednesdays.

Gwangju

Nyangccoon House is a ground-floor cat cafe on Geumho-ro in Unam-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju. It has a group of unusually good-looking cats, and it is popular with families as an alternative to a kids' cafe. Unusually, visitors may bring their own pets free of charge, provided they are vaccinated. Entry is charged per person, with a lower rate for children aged three and under. Parking tickets are provided for the Daeseung car park next to the Daeseung Building on Geumho-ro 24beon-gil. The cafe opens on all public holidays. It opens at 11 AM at weekends and 1 PM on weekdays, closes at 8 PM, and is closed on Wednesdays.

Gwangju

Like Cat is an animal cafe in Sinchon-dong, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, near Songjeong Park. From exit 3 of Songjeong Park Station on Gwangju Metro Line 1, walk towards the park, pass the Sinheung-dong community centre and continue about 50 metres to the building under the library. The ground floor, Like Pet, is a dog cafe, and the second floor, Like Cat, is the cat room. Visits last two hours, with lower rates for secondary school students and primary school children; families with children under 30 months are asked to phone before visiting. It opens at 11 AM at weekends and 1 PM on weekdays, and is closed on Mondays.

Gwangju

Nyang Stay is a cat cafe in the Cheomdan district of Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, on the second floor of a CU convenience store building about 90 metres down the alley from Daiso Gwangju Cheomdan, opposite the Cheomdan-dong post office. It opened in early 2025 and has 13 sociable cats that enjoy attention and play. For first-time cat owners, the cafe keeps a short book on how to handle cats, aprons are provided on request and lockers are available for clothes. Children must be at least six years old in the current year to enter. Entry is charged per person, drinks are optional and ordered separately, and cat treats and cat keyrings are sold. Two hours of free parking are provided. It is closed on Tuesdays.

Gwangju

Nyaong Nyaong is a long-established cat cafe in the Suwan district of Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, on the fourth floor of the building with The Venti coffee shop, down the ABC-Mart alley opposite Lotte Outlet. It has 28 cats. Children are welcome but must be supervised by their parents, and the owner sets clear house rules: cats must not be picked up or lifted, and running, big movements and loud noise are not allowed. The owner also points out that long-haired cats shed and that the litter area is outside the main room. Entry is charged per person with a lower rate for teenagers. It is open every day, from 11 AM at weekends and noon on weekdays, until 8 PM.