Cats from Pyeongtaek {South Korea}

Animal-themed cafés are huge in South Korea, especially in Seoul. In these popular places, you can interact with the resident animals (mostly cats, dogs, or birds) while enjoying non-alcoholic drinks. One such place is the Kitty Cat Café in Pyeongtaek.

The place has entirely been designed with cats in mind. They have plenty of perches for them to climb on and several food and water bowls to eat and drink from.

Although most locals and tourists visit the café to interact with the cats, there are certain rules to follow to ensure the cats remain healthy, happy, and safe. You can't pick them up, for example, and you are not allowed to give them human food. Before entering, you have to sanitize your hands, take out your shoes, and put on house slippers.

You then have the choice between two seating areas – one western-styled and a traditional one where you can sit on the heated floor.

There's a variety of teas, coffees, and smoothies to choose from. These are slightly more expensive than in other cafés (around KRW7000 or $6.20) because the extra cost helps to pay for the cats' food, supplies, and medical assistance.

The Kitty Cat Café in Pyeongtaek is open every day from noon to 10 pm.

Address: Pyeongtaek-dong, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeongai-do, South Korea

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Photos by Bart Vodderie