FEATURE THEMED REGIONAL INFORMATION

CURRENT RECOMMENDED TOURS & POPULAR REGIONAL GENERAL INFO

TRAVEL TRENDS TRAVEL THEMES TOURIST DESTINATIONS & MAPS
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SAFE & CONVENIENT
IN KOREA!

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SPECIAL FEATURE THEMED TRAVEL
Best Photo Spots 04 9 Ways to Spend the Night in Korea 16
Newtro Streets 06 Discover the 4 Colors of Korea 20

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A Walk in BTS' Shoes 08 Therapeutic Travel Just for You 24
A Unique Stay 10 Walking Tours Across Korea 28
Happy New Year! 12 All About Korean Food 34
Virtual Reality Tour 13 24-Hour Shopping Paradise! 40
Drinks & Desserts 14 Adventures in Korea for Your Liking 44 58
Shopping List 15 Discover Korea 48 REGIONAL TRAVEL
Celebrity for a Day! 50 Seoul 58
DMZ Peace Tour 56 Incheon & Gyeonggi-do 68
Busan 74
KOREA TRAVEL GUIDE Jeju Island 80

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PUBLISHER Korea Tourism Organization Gangwon-do 86
DESIGN Design Soomokwon Daegu, Ulsan & Gyeongsang Region 92
Information in this book is valid as of June 2022, and changes may have
occurred thereafter. All information and rights to this publication belong to Gwangju & Jeolla Region 98
the Korea Tourism Organization. Daejeon & Chungcheong Region 104
The electronic edition of this book is available at www.visitkorea.or.kr
Not for Sale 한국관광가이드북(영어)

Official channels of the Korea Tourism Organization. 110

VisitKorea: www.youtube.com/visitkorea General Information 110
Imagine Your Korea: www.youtube.com/c/imagineyourkorea
 Safe Streets & Low Crime Rate
With low crime rates, the streets of Korea are Wi-Fi Heaven
safe, and theft or assault is hardly seen or Subway stations, coffee shops, malls, public
heard of. Additionally, in order to guide and facilities and most tourist areas offer fast
assist tourists, "Tourist Police" can be found in and free Wi-Fi so that you can look up any
major tourist areas. information you need.

Safe & Convenient in Korea!

A Country No Cash, No Worries!
that Never Sleeps To travel and shop in Korea, all you need is a credit
Many convenience stores, card. Except for smaller family run businesses,
restaurants, malls, and most places accept credit cards.
ATMs are open 24/7.
You can shop, dine, drink,
and have fun even in the
wee hours of the night.
Convenient Public Transportation
Extensive subway networks, a nationwide
railroad system, and express and intercity buses
keep the entire country well-connected. If you
purchase a transportation card, you can get free
transfers between subways and local city buses.
Foreigner-friendly Signs
Most public places, including subway stations and bus
stops, have English signs. Major tourist attractions and
establishments have multilingual signs and menus.
English, Japanese and Chinese are most common.

Excellent & Fast Medical Services Fast & Easy Food Delivery
There are many advanced medical facilities staffed with From famous restaurant chains and gourmet eateries
skilled health-care professionals offering top-notch medical to coffee shops and dessert cafés, you can have almost
services. Smaller clinics are conveniently linked with everything delivered to pretty much anywhere, including
general hospitals via an excellent referral system. Seoul's Hangang riverside parks.

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 #DongpirangMuralVillage
PHOTO SPOTS
#GamcheonCultureVillage
PHOTOS HOLD PRECIOUS MEMORIES OF PAST MOMENTS.
CREATE MORE MEMORIES AT THESE TOURIST DESTINATIONS WITH SCENERY
SO BEAUTIFUL THAT WILL MAKE EVERY PHOTO YOU TAKE, PERFECT.
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perfect for your social media upload! Another popular tourist destination in Gangneung
is #JumunjinBreakwater, a filming location for the Korean TV drama Guardian: The Lonely
and Great God. Besides protecting shorelines from waves and currents that cause coastal
erosion, the breakwater also serves as a great photo spot for recreating the famous scene from
the drama. Meanwhile, on Jeju Island, the coastal town of #Woljeong-ri provides the perfect
vantage point for the captivating emerald ocean. In addition, lofty windmills and unique cafés
complete the picturesque town. Also in Jeju, #IhoTewooBeach is widely known for the unique
horse-shaped lighthouses and breathtaking sunsets. Don’t forget to include the horse lighthouses
in your pictures. Villages and alleys also showcase a unique atmosphere, making them ideal places
for photo shoots. In Busan, the colorful houses of #GamcheonCultureVillage lining the mountain
ridge create a perfect backdrop for pictures. The #DongpirangMuralVillage in Tongyeong,
Gyeongsangnam-do, is a small port town that also boasts exceptional views. The village was on the
verge of demolition until buildings and walls were painted with eye-catching artworks and murals.
The #KoreanFolkVillage is a traditional culture themed park set in the Joseon period (1392–1910).
Visitors can rent hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) and take pictures in the many photo zones
around the village. #BanpoHangangPark, well-known for its Rainbow Fountain, and #SomeSevit,
an artificial island in the Hangang River, are always crowded with people who come to see the night
view. #Tubester is the perfect way for visitors to enjoy a picnic on the river and take great pictures.
@heyziia
UNIQUE PHOTO STUDIOS
Taking pictures at studios or sticker booths is the recent "in"
thing to do. Uniquely themed studios and self-studios, where
you can take your own pictures, are easy to find. Sarang Obda
allows visitors to take pictures wearing hanbok (traditional
Korean clothing), while Raichee Kitsch provides a cute and
#Tubester #JumunjinBreakwater
colorfully decorated studio. And if you’re into retro, studios
like Deokgu Photo Studio and Suyeong Photo Studio offer
unique 1900s style atmospheres. For self-shoot studios,
there are studio types, such as Odt.mode at Shilla Stay and
Photoism, and sticker booth stores, such as Haru Film and
Life4cuts, where you can get printed pictures right away.
•Sarang Obda: @sarang_obdda •Raichee Kitsch: @raichee_kitsch
•Deokgu Photo Studio: @deokgu105
•Suyeong Photo Studio: @suyeong_studio
•Odt.mode at Shilla Stay: odtmode.com
•Photoism: photoism.co.kr •Haru Film: @haru.film_
#SomeSevit #KoreanFolk Village
•Life4cuts: lifefourcuts.com
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 THE BTS MUSIC VIDEOS AND ALBUM COVERS SHOWCASE
CAPTIVATING SCENES AND SPOTS, ALL OF WHICH HAVE
BECOME POPULAR DESTINATIONS. THE MEMBERS OFTEN
INTERACT WITH THEIR “ARMY,” POSTING PLACES AND
RESTAURANTS THEY'VE BEEN TO ON THEIR SOCIAL MEDIA.
WHEREVER BTS GOES, THEIR “ARMY” IS SURE TO FOLLOW.
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A WALK IN
BTS
SHOES
➊ HYANGHO BEACH (GANGNEUNG)
강릉 향호해수욕장
Topping the list of must-visit BTS locations,
Hyangho Beach is home to the iconic
seaside bus stop featured on the cover of
BTS' You Never Walk Alone (2017) album.
➋ SEOUL FOREST (SEOUL)
서울 서울숲
This place was featured on their 5th mini
album Love Yourself: Her. Throughout the
forest, you can see benches donated by BTS
fans, each with a quote by a member.
➌ SPACE LEE UFAN, BUSAN 부산 다대포해수욕장
MUSEUM OF ART
부산시립미술관 이우환 공간
Visited by RM, you can see works by Lee
Ufan, and you can also see RM's autograph.
➊ ⓮
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➍ SAEMANGEUM EMBANKMENT
(BUAN) 부안 새만금방조제
This vast reclaimed land was seen on the
Love Yourself: Tear album. There's a photo
zone where fans can take pictures.
➎ MOSAN AIRFIELD (JECHEON)
제천 모산비행장
This runway was the filming location for
their “Young Forever” music video. Today
it is a citizen’s park decked with trails and
flower gardens.
➏ DADAEPO BEACH (BUSAN)
Jimin celebrated New Year's day of 2016
at this beach in his hometown of Busan.
The Sunset Fountain of Dreams welcomes
visitors with lights and music.
➐ METASEQUOIA-LINE ROAD
(DAMYANG) 담양 메타세쿼이아길
Leader RM visited this tourist spot where
you can find 20 m-tall Metasequoia trees
beautifully lined along the road.
➑ BANPO HANGANG PARK (SEOUL)
서울 반포 한강공원
This is where the members had a chicken
party for the “BTS Life in Seoul” TV ad.
©Big Hit Entertainment
➒ NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA ➒ ⓭ IRYEONG STATION (YANGJU)
(SEOUL) 서울 국립중앙박물관 양주 일영역
In the midst of COVID-19, YouTube hosted This is where the music video for their title
“Dear Class of 2020,” a virtual graduation track “Spring Day," released in February
for all 2020 graduates, and BTS was among 2017, was filmed.
the invited speakers. Their speech and
performance were filmed here. ⓮ CHUNCHEON LAKE
춘천 호반
➓ DAE JANG GEUM PARK (YONGIN) This serene lake was the filming site for
용인 대장금파크 BTS in the SOOP, the group’s 2020 vacation-
This was the shooting location for Agust themed reality show.
D’s “Daechwita” music video. At the
traditional costume rental shop, you can ⓯ AWON HOUSE (WANJU)
try on a gollyongpo, a traditional Korean 완주 아원고택
➏
embroidered robe, similar to the one Suga Known among fans as the photoshoot
wore. location for its 2019 Summer Package, this
is a 250+ year-old hanok renovated into a
⓫ SEOHURI FOREST (YANGPYEONG) hotel/guesthouse with a museum and a
양평 서후리숲 coffee shop.
This trail park served as the photoshoot
location for the group’s photo book, 2019
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Seasons’ Greetings. SEOUL ⓭⓫
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FOR A DEEPER
AND BROADER
UNDERSTANDING
OF THE CULTURE
AND NATURE OF
KOREA, YOU MUST
SPEND A FULL
DAY AND NIGHT
AT ONE OF THE
MANY UNIQUE
AND TRADITIONAL
ACCOMMODA-
TIONS.

A UNIQUE

STAY GLAMPING
& CARAVANS
BOUTIQUE
HOTELS

TRADITIONAL
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Shilla Jeju offers an amazing glamping experience where Rooms at L’escape Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul boast a Belle
tents as big as guest rooms are furnished with beds, sofas Époque-style interior, which was popular in Paris in the 19th
Amid the forest of buildings in Songdo, Incheon, Gyeong Won Jae Ambassador ’s traditional buildings and tables. Despite its outdoor location, the luxurious lodging to 20th century. The hotel houses unique photo spots, such as
stand out. In particular, this hotel consists of structures that look and feel like a hanok (traditional Korea ensures a comfortable stay. Similarly, Kensington Flora Hotel a restaurant that looks like a gallery, and a library designed
KOREA in Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do, is the perfect place to enjoy to look like a Parisian salon. For a modern flavor, the Ryse
house). However, for those not used to sitting on the floor, modern beds and tables are available.
QUALITY Similarly, Gurume Resort in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, it is an actual hanok repurposed into a lodging glamping next to a lush forest and pristine lake. And, at the Autograph Collection may be the place for you. Near Hongik
facility. During your visit, you can head over to the book café with illustrated books that can keep guests Mangsang Auto Camping Resort in Donghae, Gangwon-do, University, this hotel known as one of the trendiest places in
Operated you can either camp or glamp in front of Mangsanghaebyeon Seoul, showcases rooms with stylish, posh interiors. On the
entertained for hours. Meanwhile, Ragung Hotel in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, has private open-air
by the Korea
baths, making it an ideal and quick remedy for travel fatigue. Lastly,Mangsang Auto Camping Resort's or in a pine grove. Most of the mentioned facilities also offer other hand, Hotel Cappuccino in Gangnam has “upcycled”
Tourism
Haebyeon Hanok Village offers a breathtaking view of the ocean over a traditional fence. In addition to stays at caravans. rooms with furniture and amenities made of recycled
Organization,
Korea Quality these hotels, there are also hanok guesthouses in Seoul and Jeonju. materials.
is a quality
certification
system to
help tourists
find quality
establishments
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koreaquality.
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 ARTE MUSEUM 아르떼뮤지엄
This is an immersive content exhibition hall where all the latest technologies, such
as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), hologram and
interactive art are presented. The huge immersive video wall mesmerizes visitors
visually and aurally, and pictures taken in front of this wall are very popular on social
media. With branches in Jeju, Gangneung and Yeosu, each museum presents contents
reflecting local characteristics. artemuseum.com

T.UM 티움
Travel through time to 2050 at T.UM, where you can experience the virtual future.
Through VR gear, visitors can board an autonomous spacecraft, converse with an AI
chatbot, and walk into an active volcano. This surreal VR experience requires an online
© T.UM
reservation and will last for approximately 1.5 hours. tum.sktelecom.com

HYUNDAI MOTORSTUDIO, GOYANG 현대 모터스튜디오 고양

KOREA HAS DEVELOPED
Visitors can see the entire process of making a Hyundai car. After seeing how a car is
SOME OF THE
manufactured, you can get in the car and compete in the virtual World Rally Championship
MOST ADVANCED
(WRC). This unique 1.5-hour experience requires an online reservation. Besides driving

HAPPY
in a virtual world, you can also make a reservation to test drive one of Hyundai’s electric INFORMATION AND
vehicles, new models or large commercial vehicles. motorstudio.hyundai.com COMMUNICATIONS
Jeongdongjin Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone TECHNOLOGIES (ICT) IN

NEW YEAR!
IMMERSIVE DIGITAL GALLERY OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA THE WORLD. EQUIPPED
국립중앙박물관 디지털 실감영상관 WITH VIRTUAL REALITY
The Immersive Digital Gallery of the National Museum of Korea holds more than (VR) AND AUGMENTED
420,000 digital items in which visitors can experience the country’s cultural heritage. REALITY (AR) SYSTEMS,
They can see works in a panoramic screen (60 m x 5 m), and experience the period ICT EXPERIENCE
The Bosingak Bell Ringing Ceremony in Jongno-gu, Seoul, is the country’s biggest and best when Korea’s cultural heritage began through VR. Online reservations are required for CENTERS INTRODUCE
known New Year celebration. Eleven public figures and citizens who inspired and encouraged VR experiences. www.museum.go.kr/site/main/content/digital_realistic VISITORS TO A ONE-OF-
people in the passing year are selected to strike the bell 33 times. Countdown Seoul held at A-KIND MULTISENSORY
Times Square in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, is a party where hip-hop artists celebrate the New EXPERIENCE, ALL WHILE
Year all night long. Lotte World Tower in Songpa-gu, Seoul, welcomes the New Year with the STAYING IN A SINGLE
Seoul Sky Countdown held on the 123rd floor, allowing visitors to enjoy Seoul’s nightscape SPACE.
along with various attention-grabbing performances. The coastal city of Busan boasts the

VIRTUAL
Countdown Busan event held at Gwangalli Beach, where fireworks light up the sky over the
ocean all through the night. In addition to the colorful lights blanketing the beach, music from
performances and busking serenade visitors. Last but not the least is the Daegu E-World

REALITY TOUR
Countdown, where fireworks and wish-making balloons are released into the sky, and thrilling
amusement park rides operate extra hours.

WHILE KOREANS
USUALLY CELEBRATE
BEST SUNRISE SPOTS
THE NEW YEAR BY
WELCOMING THE Haneul Park 하늘공원 Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone
성산일출봉
FIRST SUNRISE Amid the hustle and bustle of downtown
OF THE YEAR AND Seoul, the park offers a blindingly beautiful From atop the UNESCO-designated tuff cone,
WISHING FOR A view overlooking the city’s landscape as the visitors can take in the awe-inspiring view of
GOOD YEAR, NEW sun rises above the waves of silver grass. the red sun rising over the azure ocean.
YEAR CELEBRATIONS Mapo-gu, Seoul Seogwipo-si, Jeju Island
AND COUNTDOWNS
Jeongdongjin 정동진 Homigot 호미곶
ARE ALSO HELD
THROUGHOUT THE As the most popular New Year’s sunrise The bronze sculpture of a hand rising from
COUNTRY. HERE spot, people can take the night train from the ocean signifies harmony and coexistence.
ARE SOME WAYS TO Cheongnyangni Station in Seoul and arrive at It is aligned so that the rising sun shines
CELEBRATE THE NEW Jeongdongjin in time for the sunrise. through the fingers of the hand.
YEAR IN KOREA. Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
© Arte Museum

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 Drinks & Desserts Shopping List
IN KOREA, TRADITIONAL YET TRENDY ALCOHOLIC DRINKS GIFT SHOPPING IS A GREAT WAY TO WRAP UP YOUR TRIP. KOREA HAS A WIDE ARRAY OF
AND DESSERTS ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN. SOUVENIRS TO CHOOSE FROM, SUCH AS CHARACTER TOYS, TRADITIONAL ITEMS,
HALLYU (KOREAN WAVE) MERCHANDISE, COSMETICS AND FOOD.

COSMETICS 화장품
Korean skin-care products are highly popular for
their effectiveness, and face masks are among the
PATBINGSU 팥빙수 BEER 맥주
most widely sold products. Downtown areas such
During the summer, people cool off House-brewed beer can be found as Myeong-dong and Hongdae are lined with many
with patbingsu, a popular dessert in almost every corner of Korea, cosmetic shops.
made of shaved ice, milk, sweet red including Gangneung, Jeju, Andong,
bean paste, fruits, rice cake, syrup and Sunchang. Tastes differ by
and various other toppings. regions, and fortunately, these
region-specific beers are often DAILY NECESSITIES 생활용품
available at major supermarkets and Lightweight and cozy blankets,
cute socks, stationary like pens and GINSENG 인삼
convenience stores.
decorative tapes, and many more Korean ginseng is known
inexpensive but useful items can worldwide for its high quality.
TTEOK 떡 make for amazing souvenirs. Particularly hongsam (red
Made by steaming powdered grain then ginseng), which is made by
molding into an array of shapes, tteok, or steaming and drying ginseng,
rice cake, is one of the most popular Korean comes in many different
traditional snacks. On traditional holidays and varieties such as candy, jelly and extract.
special occasions, no celebration is complete This beneficial herbal supplement
without tteok. can be purchased at duty-free shops,
Namdaemun Market, and other popular
tourist areas.

MAKGEOLLI 막걸리
This low-proof traditional rice wine's sweet and savory flavor
rises from the fermentation of steamed rice, malt, and water.
Makgeolli has many variations, such as ones with peanuts,
chestnuts or citron, and matches perfectly with pajeon (green
onion pancake) made with flour, seafood and vegetables.
GAYANGJU 가양주(전통주)
Koreans have a long tradition
of making their own rice
wine at home, giving birth to
rice wine recipes varying by
region and family. Nowadays,
traditional Korean liquors can
be conveniently purchased at
department stores, supermarkets,
and shops specializing in
traditional liquors.
FOOD 식품
TRADITIONAL SOUVENIRS Among the many Korean
한국 전통 기념품
foods, cookies and spicy
Traditional lacquer-coated handheld instant noodles are at the top
mirrors, keychains made of shells, of the list, and ready-cooked
good luck pouches made of silk, travel foods like spicy stews and
mugs designed with traditional Korea porridge are also popular for being convenient and
patterns, and Korean lettering stamps assorted. Besides these delectable eats, dried laver
SOJU 소주 are just a few of the many traditional and coffee mix also make ideal gifts.
Traditional Korean soju is a distilled beverage with souvenirs visitors can buy only in Korea.
brands that vary by region. The soju found on the
shelves of convenience stores are diluted, and this
diluted version is the most popular drink among
Koreans as it is relatively affordable.
HANGWA 한과
CHARACTER TOYS & FIGURES 캐릭터 굿즈
Perfect for people with a
sweet tooth, traditional KakaoTalk and Line, two of Korea’s well-known messaging apps, have
Korean sweets are mostly their own characters: Kakao Friends and Line Friends, respectively. At
made from grain powder, each of their stores in Gangnam and Hongdae (Hongik Univ. area), visitors
malt candy, and honey. HALLYU MERCHANDISE 한류 스타 기념품 can buy dolls, socks, smartphone cases, stationary, and much more.
These savory sweets are
often decorated with fruits, Dedicated K-pop fans can purchase their favorite
Gift shops within palaces and museums are great places to buy traditional souvenirs,
nuts, or edible flowers. artist’s albums, magazines, figurines and other
and the Cheongwadae Sarangchae also offer a wide range of items. For casual shoppers
goods at the I’Park Mall branch or the Myeong- looking for more memorabilia, Namdaemun Market is also a great choice.
dong Lotte Young Plaza branch of Withdrama.

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THEMED NIGHT LIFE

2 FOODIE TOUR AT NIGHT

MARKETS
Depending on where you go, you
can enjoy a great selection of food such
as dak gangjeong (glazed fried chicken
bites) or gopchang bokkeum (stir-fried
beef or pork intestines) even late at
night. The Jeonju Nambu Market in
Jeollabuk-do, is lined with food stalls
9 WAYS TO SPEND and carts on Fridays and Saturdays. At
the Busan Bupyeong Kkangtong Night

THE NIGHT
Market, you can enjoy some of Busan's
specialties such as eomuk (fish cakes)
and yubu bottari (fried tofu stuffed with
vegetables, seafood, and glass noodles).
Daegu Seomun Market's Night Market

IN KOREA
is packed with more than 80 food stalls
serving menus like samgyeopsal (pork Bamdokkaebi Night Market
belly) rolls, grilled skewers, sushi and

steak. At the Daein Art Night Market in
NIGHTS IN KOREA ARE JUST AS VIBRANT AND FUN AS Gwangju, stores remain open at night,
DAYTIME. WITH MALLS AND NIGHT MARKETS OPEN UNTIL and various music, magic and theater
VERY LATE HOURS, YOU CAN SHOP AND HAVE FUN, performances are staged on Saturday
AND CONTINUE YOUR TRAVELS WELL INTO THE NIGHT. nights. The Seoul Bamdokkaebi Night
Market opens at night from spring to fall
in several locations: Yeouido Hangang
Park, DDP (Dongdaemun Digital
Plaza), Cheonggyecheon Stream and
Banpodaegyo Rainbow Fountain, selling
international treats such as crêpes,
churros, and sandwiches as well as cute
and unique souvenirs. At Noryangjin
Fisheries Wholesale Market, which is
the largest fish market in Seoul, you can
enjoy fresh seafood until midnight.
• Jeonju Nambu Market >> P. 100
• Bupyeong Kkangtong Market >> P. 78
• Daegu Seomun Market >> P. 96
• Daein Market >> P. 101
• Seoul Bamdokkaebi Night Market
www.bamdokkaebi.org
• Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market
www.susansijang.co.kr
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CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES AT NIGHT
Cultural heritage sites in the downtown Seoul area are
serene and peaceful at night. The Hanyangdoseong Seoul
City Wall, stretching from Hyehwamun Gate to Heunginjimun Gate,
is recommended for night walks. It's about an hour long and the
lights along the fortress create a cozy atmosphere. Deoksugung
Palace and Changgyeonggung Palace are open until 9 p.m.
(tickets sold until 8 p.m.), and the palace buildings are beautifully
lit. Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers
the “Moonlight Tour” from spring to fall. It's a great way to enjoy a
private guided tour and traditional performances. Gyeongbokgung
Palace is also open at night from spring to fall, during which period
visitors can taste the royal cuisine of Korea. Temporary Palace at
Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon in Gyeonggi-do, is also opened at
night from spring to fall. You can take a hot air balloon ride and
enjoy the aerial view of the stunning fortress from 150 meters
above the ground.
• Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall seoulcitywall.seoul.go.kr
• Deoksugung Palace >> P. 62 • Changgyeonggung Palace >> P. 60
• Changdeokgung Palace >> P. 60 • Gyeongbokgung Palace >> P. 60
• Hwaseong Fortress >> P. 71

1 LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

There are many large shopping malls in
Dongdaemun Fashion Town that are open
until dawn. It's a great place to shop for stylish and
trendy clothes at moderate prices. Some of the most
popular malls in the area include Doota Mall with
designer and brand shops, apM Place with trendy
women's wear, and Migliore with a wide selection of
fashion clothing and accessories. There are also
many restaurants and coffee shops in the area.
• Dongdaemun Fashion Town >> P. 64

Deoksugung Palace Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall

Dongdaemun Fashion Town

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4 PLAYING ONLINE GAMES AT A PC BANG

Korean e-sports players and teams are very
popular worldwide, and that’s probably why
online gaming is a favorite pastime for many Koreans. PC
7 NIGHT SPORTS
Around Seoul’s downtown areas of Gangnam, Hongdae (Hongik
University Area) and Jongno, there are many late-night indoor sports
facilities where you can enjoy baseball, shooting, bowling and more.
Legend Sports Heroes, a franchise with stores in Dongdaemun and
bang, or Internet cafés, in Korea are equipped with the Gangnam, invites you to enjoy various sports such as baseball, football,
latest and fastest computers, keyboards and headsets ski, fishing and archery. Most facilities are open until midnight.
optimized for playing. They also sell meals and snacks
such as ramyeon (instant noodles) and tteokbokki (spicy
rice cakes). Due to the Youth Protection Act, children and
teenagers are not permitted from 10 p.m. to 9 a.m., so you
will need your passport to go to a PC bang after 10 p.m.

5 JJIMJILBANG, UNWIND IN THE CITY

Jjimjilbang, which are Korean-style saunas
where you can bathe, eat, relax, and even
sleep, are easy to find anywhere in Korea. By
switching back and forth between hot and ice
rooms, the extreme temperature gap will help you
reduce travel stress and fatigue. Koreans, young
and old, enjoy eating baked eggs with ice cold sikhye
(sweet rice punch) while chatting with friends at a

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jjimjilbang. >> P. 25
ENJOY THE NIGHTSCAPE ON A TOUR BUS

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City tour buses may be the most convenient way to enjoy the night view of a city. Seoul City Tour Bus, which
ENJOY THE NIGHT VIEW ON BOARD runs along the Hangang River, allows you to enjoy the night view of the glittering city. The bus makes stops at
Hopping on a Hangang passenger ferry Dongjakdaegyo Bridge and Namsan Seoul Tower for passengers to soak in the view and take pictures. In Busan, the Busan
can be a great way to enjoy the night view City Tour Bus offers spectacular night views of the sea. The route includes Busandaegyo Bridge, Gwangalli Beach and
of Seoul. Various ferry/boat tours are offered Haeundae Beach. Gwangandaegyo Bridge, also called the “Diamond Bridge,” is particularly beautiful as one of the best
from the Yeouido or Jamsil Quays, and you can places to enjoy the nightscape of Busan. • Seoul City Tour Bus >> P. 59 / Busan City Tour Bus >> P. 75
see the Banpodaegyo Rainbow Fountain Show

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from the ferries. Passenger ferries and boats
are also available at Gyeongin Ara Waterway HAVE A DRINK AT A POJANG MACHA
in the downstream of the Hangang River. The In Yeosu, which is one of the best places in Korea to enjoy
highlight of the ferries are the fireworks. You must the night sea, you can find the Nangman Pocha Street.
present your passport to board, and you can make Pocha, which is short for “pojang macha” (lit. tented wagon), are
reservations on the website of the ferry/boat tent bars, and there are more than 20 pochas stationed under
company. At the Some Sevit Quay, you can ride Geobukseondaegyo Bridge, all of which command a great night
the Tubester, a six-passenger electric tube boat, view of the sea. Most of the tent bars specialize in seafood to
to enjoy the night view of Seoul and the Hangang pair with drinks. The pojang macha town behind Haeundae
River. In Busan, yacht and sailing tours around Beach in Busan is also popular. Many famous Korean actors and
Suyeongman Yachting Center, The Bay 101 and actresses come to this place to enjoy a drink during the Busan
Gwangandaegyo Bridge are offered every night. International Film Festival held every October. There are also a
• E·Land Cruise (Yeouido & Jamsil) number of popular pojang macha areas in Seoul, around Jongno
www.elandcruise.com 3(sam)-ga Station, Yeouido Station, and Yeomri Elementary
• Hyundai Cruise (Gyeongin Ara Waterway)
School near Gongdeok Station. They serve unique Korean dishes
www.aracruise.co.kr
• Some Sevit Tubester (Near Banpodaegyo Bridge)
such as live octopus, hagfish, noodles, and ramyeon. Some of
www.tubester.co.kr them may not accept credit cards, so be sure to have cash when
going to a pojang macha.
• Haeundae Beach >> P. 76

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DISCOVER
THE COLORS
OF KOREA
SPRING
MARCH TO MAY
A typical spring day in Korea feels warm, bordering
on slightly hot while the sun is up, but chilly in the
early mornings and evenings, so you may still need
your winter jackets in March. However, by April, you
can explore the country in much lighter clothing.
Around mid-May, the approaching summer can be
felt. The average temperatures are 11°C, 12°C, and
17°C in March, April, and May, respectively, but
some days are warmer than others.
If you visit Korea during spring, you will fall in love twice; once with
the pleasant weather, and twice with the captivating scenery. Spring
is the perfect time for outdoor activities, especially as festivals are
held across the country to celebrate the blooming flowers and the
season’s arrival. At this time of the year, kkonnori (flower viewing) and
sangchungaek (spring picnickers) are part of Koreans’ daily vocabulary
as they travel all over the country to see the colorful blossoms. Some
of the most well-known spring festivals, such as the Yeouido Spring
Flower Festival, Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, Gurye Sansuyu Flower
Festival, International Horticulture Goyang Korea, and Jeju Canola
Flower Festival, all focus on spring flowers. The Hampyeong Butterfly
Festival also heralds the arrival of spring with butterflies and insects
that are attracted to flowers. Enjoy the Korean spring to the fullest
by walking around as much as possible. You can also go trekking on
the Jeju Olle Trail or Haeparang Trail along the East Sea of Korea to
luxuriate in the warm landscapes of spring.
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SUMMER
JUNE TO AUGUST
The scorching hot sun signals the arrival of Korea’s
summer, followed by a hot and humid monsoon
season. The average temperature can quickly rise
from 20°C in June to the upper 30's°C in some areas
by July and August. The monsoon season hits Korea
between the end of June and end of July. Meanwhile,
in August and September, typhoons with massive
rainfall and disorienting winds can be expected.
Summer is the best time for beach lovers to visit Korea. It gets
stiflingly hot (above 35°C) in the middle of summer, but that is all
the more reason for you to dive into the vast beaches hugging the
country. While the Boryeong Mud Festival in Daecheon Beach may
be the most internationally famous, the festivals on Korea’s five major
beaches, including Haeundae and Gwangalli, also draw in huge
crowds with their amazing fireworks and concerts. In particular,
Yangyang in Gangwon-do is great for surfers, while visitors should
head out to the west coast to frolic on tideland. Inland cities offer
refreshing summer festivals as well. Throughout Seoul, the numerous
Hangang Parks open public pools during summer, and young crowds
gather at Sinchon for its Water Gun Festival. Lastly, Daegu, known
as Korea’s hottest city, is home to the Chimac Festival where you can
forget the heat with fried chicken and ice cold beer.
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FALL
SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER
Clear blue skies cover Korea in the fall. As the
weather gets drier each day, the temperature
difference during the day and night also
becomes evident. In September and October, the
temperatures average around 21°C and 14°C,
respectively. Fall foliage begins to color the streets
and mountains in October. By November, you will
feel winter’s imminent arrival as you keep yourself
warm with winter clothes and heating equipment
on many days.
Visitors should head out to forests during fall in Korea as the foliage
showcases its enchanting and vivid mixture of red, yellow, and orange
hues. Particularly the Seoraksan, Naejangsan and Jirisan Mountains
are renowned destinations for fall foliage seekers. Also, waves of silver
grass sway with the wind in Mindungsan Mountain and the “Yeongnam
Alps” in Ulsan. As the weather cools down and the blue sky clears up,
you can enjoy trekking along winding paths, such as the Jirisan Trail and
the Namsan Trail. Korea also comes alive at night with various festivals,
including the Jarasum International Jazz Festival and the fireworks
festivals in Seoul, Busan, and other cities across the country.
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WINTER
DECEMBER TO FEBRUARY
Winter in Korea can get quite cold, making you
want to stay indoors in warm ondol rooms, which
use under-floor-heating systems. However, Jeju
Island, the southernmost part of Korea, stays
relatively warm, with temperatures averaging
around 7°C to 8°C even in January and February.
In contrast, Gangwon-do, Korea's northernmost
province, receives plenty of snow.
Korea is the ideal place for winter sports aficionados looking for skiing
and snowboarding. Several regions have average temperatures around
-20°C with plenty of snowfall. In particular, Gangwon-do Province is
home to numerous ski resorts. Those who don't wish to ski can still
appreciate the breathtaking, snow-covered landscape from the Ski
Jump Tower at Alpensia Resort, where the 2018 PyeongChang Winter
Olympic Games were held, or from the gondola along the ski slopes at
Phoenix Pyeongchang. Besides skiing and sightseeing, visitors can also
enjoy ice fishing at festivals like the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival
and the Pyeongchang Trout Festival. Winter is also a great time to go
mountain trekking at Seonjaryeong Pass and Taebaeksan Mountain in
Gangwon-do, both boasting wonderful winter landscapes until as late
as early March.
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SPA 1899 스파 1899

BEAUTY Operated by the Korea Ginseng Corporation, Spa 1899 uses red ginseng-
& SPA based products to improve the body’s metabolic functions and replenish
energy. It is specially known for its energy spa program, which revitalizes the
body from the inside out. www.spag.co.kr

RESOM FOREST HAVE9 HEALING SPA 리솜포레스트 해브나인 힐링스파

Resom offers the ultimate spa experience tailored to your specific physical
constitution and needs. The programs offered are based on the "Sasang"
constitutional medicine founded by the renowned Joseon doctor, Yi Je-ma
(1837–1899). In a resort surrounded by a lush green forest, the spa and medicinal
herbal tea will refresh and reinvigorate you. www.resom.co.kr

OLIVAIN SPA 올리바인 스파

Take the opportunity to spend a luxurious spa day by yourself in the middle of the
city. The spa uses high-quality products that will make your skin look and feel better.
In addition, Olivain also provides medical programs closely connected to a hospital.
www.olivine.co.kr (Korean only)

SULWHASOO FLAGSHIP STORE

설화수 플래그십스토어

Here you can experience the systematic

Museum SAN’s Meditation Hall
anti-aging spa program of Sulwhasoo, a leading
Korean cosmetics brand known for formulas
inspired by traditional Korean medicine. Pamper
yourself from head to toe with spa programs
that use various techniques rooted in traditional
medicine, eliminating fatigue and leaving you with

THERAPEUTIC TRAVEL supple and radiant skin. www.sulwhasoo.com

JUST FOR YOU Jjimjilbang, or Korean-style sauna, is a great way to wind down. A typical jjimjilbang consists of several sauna
rooms, such as loess, charcoal and salt rooms. After sweating in these diverse saunas, you can take a bath
in the public bath and get a massage afterward. Inside are various convenient amenities including sleeping
rooms, game rooms, movie rooms, and even a snack bar that sells baked eggs and sikhye (sweet rice punch)
JJIMJILBANG among many other treats. Another great advantage is that many are open 24/7. Dragon Hill Spa near
Yongsan Station in Seoul, features charcoal saunas, and outdoor and seawater pools. Aquafield in Starfield,
KOREA, A COUNTRY FILLED a shopping and entertainment complex, offers unique amenities such as a media art room and an infinity
WITH THERAPEUTIC AND RELAXING EXPERIENCES OF SPA, pool. Lastly, Paradise City Cimer is the most luxurious take on the Korean jjimjilbang as of now.
• Dragon Hill Spa www.dragonhillspa.com • Aquafield www.aquafield-ssg.co.kr • Paradise City Cimer www.p-city.com
TRADITIONAL MEDICINE AND MEDITATION.

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SEOUL K-MEDI CENTER 서울한방진흥센터
TRADITIONAL Located within the Seoul Yangnyeongsi Market, traditionally
KOREAN the nation’s central distributor of medicinal ingredients,
Seoul K-Medi Center is where you can participate in various
MEDICINE traditional Korean medicine programs. It is also home to
exhibitions showcasing the history of medicine in Korea.
By booking ahead, you can take advantage of relaxation
programs, including footbaths and consultations with
traditional medicine doctors. kmedi.ddm.go.kr
SANCHEONG DONGUIBOGAM VILLAGE
산청 동의보감촌
This theme park dedicated to traditional Korean medicine
welcomes visitors with various amenities, such as a
museum, a spa, a jjimjilbang, a cafeteria offering healthy
meals, a greenhouse for medicinal herbs, and hanok-style
accommodations. In addition, this park offers energy-
circulating exercises, thermal therapy programs, herbal tea
therapy and more. donguibogam-village.sancheong.go.kr
TEA THERAPY 티테라피
These shelters for relaxation in the middle of the city offer
herbal teas perfect for your specific conditions and needs.
You can enjoy a warm cup of personalized tea as you soothe
your mind and reinvigorate your spirit with a relaxing
footbath.
www.teatherapy.com
Seoul K-Medi Center
Korea offers prompt, efficient, and systematic health care
characterized by quality services and cutting-edge medical
MEDICAL
KOREA technology. For more information on Korea’s healthcare systems and
hospitals, go to the Medical Korea website.
www.visitmedicalkorea.com
Since ancient times, hanuihak (traditional Korea medicine) has promoted health based on the yin and yang
TRADITIONAL
balance of the cosmos. In particular, Sasang constitutional medicine, founded by Yi Je-ma (1837–1899),
KOREAN
divides people into four groups depending on their physical constitution, and even when treating the same
MEDICINE
illness, treatment and medication should differ according to each person's constitution.
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NATURE’S
THERAPEUTIC
POWERS
@sonya__narayani
YONGPYONG RESORT BARWANGSAN MOUNTAIN
용평리조트 발왕산
Experience forest bathing as you walk along one of the 8 trekking
courses densely wooded by yew trees and Norway spruces. Or you
can also take a cable car to the skywalk atop Barwangsan Mountain
at 1,458 m above sea level. The breathtaking view will clear your mind
and relieve your stress. www.yongpyong.co.kr
NATIONAL CENTER FOR FOREST THERAPY 국립산림치유원
Feel the therapeutic power of the woods at the Baekdudaegan
Mountain Range, the largest and longest range of mountains on the
Korean Peninsula. A walk into the mountains will calm your mind,
reinvigorate your body, and strengthen your immune system.
daslim.fowi.or.kr
SUNCHEONMAN NATIONAL GARDEN’S HERBAL
EXPERIENCE CENTER 순천만국가정원 한방체험센터
When visiting Korea's first national garden, do not miss out on the
opportunity to explore traditional Korean medicine. Enjoy herb-
infused footbaths and massages, and aromatherapy amid the green
energy generated by the surrounding plants. scbay.suncheon.go.kr
MUSEUM SAN’S MEDITATION HALL 뮤지엄 산 명상관
Designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando, Museum SAN offers
meditation programs under the theme of “a place where you regain
the energy to live.” www.museumsan.org
HEALIENCE SEONMAEUL 힐리언스 선마을
This is an off-grid and TV-free meditation facility where you can
experience being one one with nature. The trekking, exercise and
meditation programs, and healthy menus will provide you with an
opportunity to focus on yourself. www.healience.co.kr
WE HOTEL’S WELLNESS CENTER WE호텔 웰니스센터
Located in the outskirts of Hallasan Mountain on Jeju Island, WE
Hotel is the perfect destination for a relaxing and self-focused
vacation. The hotel’s Wellness Center provides 1:1, personalized
programs for sound therapy, hydrotherapy and other relaxation
activities. www.wehotel.co.kr
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EDIT OR 'S
PICK “My personal favorite walking trail in Seoul is the “Ansan Jarak-gil Trail.” This obstacle-free
CITY WALKS trail is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. It is 7 km long, but you can always stop without
completing the trail and take one of the shortcuts to the main road. The highlights are the
lookout points from which you can enjoy views of downtown Seoul, and the metasequoia tree-
lined section of the trail.”

WALKING
COURSE 1
COURSE 2

SEOUL

TOURS
ACROSS KOREA

COURSE 2

HANYANGDOSEONG TRAIL
한양도성길
KOREA OFFERS
MANY WALKING
The Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall,
AND HIKING was constructed during the Joseon
TRAILS THAT Dynasty (1392–1910) connecting the
RUN THROUGH 4 mountains surrounding its capital
VARIOUS city Hanyang, today’s Seoul. It has 4
LANDSCAPES. major gates (Heunginjimun, Donuimun,
WALKING IS A Sungnyemun and Sukjeongmun Gates)
GREAT WAY TO and 4 minor (Hyehwamun, Souimun,
DISCOVER NEW Gwanghuimun and Changuimun Gates).
AND DIFFERENT The trail along the wall is dotted with
ASPECTS OF many lookout spots offering superb
KOREA. COURSE 1 SEOUL TRAIL 서울 둘레길 views of Seoul, and there are also
many sites of historical and cultural
Encircling Seoul with a total length of 157 km, Seoul Trail is divided into 8 courses significance nearby. It has become very
that travel through forests, riversides and villages. Many of these courses have popular among locals for the exceptional
gentle slopes and are padded with a soft layer of soil. If you are in for a little more views and proximity to tourist sites.
adventure, go for the Bukhansan Course. Intended for intermediate- to advanced- Check the website for course map and
level trekkers, the course features deep forests, Buddhist temples and valleys. levels of difficulty.
gil.seoul.go.kr seoulcitywall.seoul.go.kr

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COURSE 2

COURSE 3
EDIT OR 'S
PICK “I recommend Course 6 in Seogwipo. It features the distinct
SEASIDE WALKS topography of Jeju, including Soesokkak Estuary created
by the confluence of freshwater and seawater. Moreover, it
offers an abundance of Jeju’s majestic nature, replete with
oreums, ponds, and ports.” COURSE 4

COURSE 1
COURSE 2 COURSE 4

GANGHWA TRAIL 강화 나들길 NAMHAE BARAEGIL TRAIL

JEJU ISLAND 남해 바래길

Extending for 300 km with 20 courses,

Ganghwa Trail offers intimate views of Extending for 128 km and divided into
COURSE 1 Ganghwado Island, which is well known 10 trekking courses, Baraegil Trail offers
captivating views of the Hallyeohaesang
JEJU OLLE TRAIL 제주 올레길 for its vast tideland and bird sanctuary.
It is an ultimate trekking trail for those National Park off Korea’s south coast.
looking to explore Korea’s ecosystems Course 1 features 100+ leveled terraced
In Jeju dialect, olle refers to the narrow
and wilderness, and boasts spectacular rice paddies cultivated along a mountain
and winding pathway leading from
views, particularly at sunset. Course 1, slope, and stunning views of the sea. You
the front steps of one’s house to the
named “Simdo History and Culture Trail,” can stop by a diner in Daraengi Village to
main road of the village. Extending
departs from Ganghwa Bus Terminal and snack on pajeon (green onion pancake)
for approximately 425 km and
treks across numerous sites of historical
COURSE 3 and makgeolli (unrefined rice wine).
encompassing 26 courses along the
and cultural significance, including the HAEPARANG TRAIL ALONG Course 2 is full of woods, as it features
shorelines, the Jeju Olle Trail is a great
old palace site and the fortifications THE EAST SEA 동해안 해파랑길 an extensive windbreak consisting of
way to look into Jeju’s nature and
built for military purposes. On the other zelkova and hackberry trees that protect
everyday culture. Course 1 features
hand, Course 17, named the “Dolmen Haeparang is the name of the extensive nine villages against gushing winds,
evergreen plains, two oreums (parasitic
Trail,” takes the trekker around dolmens, trail along Korea’s eastern coast, high tides and sand.
cone), and the Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff
which are protected as part of the stretching for some 750 km from baraeroad.or.kr
Cone. Another popular route is Course
UNESCO World Heritage. It also features Busan to Goseong in Gangwon-do. It
8, which features magnificent columnar
Nakjodae Overlook, one of the most is divided into 50 trekking courses that
joints on the beaches that have been
beloved spots for enjoying the sunset in walk with the “rising sun” and the “deep
formed by the cooling of volcanic lava.
www.jejuolle.org Ganghwa. blue sea”—the 2 symbols of the East
www.nadeulgil.org Sea. Course 1 encompasses the Igidae
Park, home to fossilized footprints
of dinosaurs, and the Gwangalli and
CAMPING IN
Haeundae Beaches in Busan, offering
KOREA
charming views of Dongbaekseom
Island. Course 40 features the beaches,
In Korea, camping grounds can be seafood markets, ports and lighthouses
found not only in the forests or beaches of Gangneung, Gangwon-do.
but also in downtown areas. National www.durunubi.kr/haeparang-introduction.do
parks, as well as various urban parks
like the Nanji Hangang Park and
Seoul Grand Park are equipped with
convenience stores, and also rent out
tents, barbecue equipment, and other
camping gear, making them ideal for
day trips. Other camping facilities such
as glamping and caravan sites will
provide you with a more convenient
camping experience.
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EDIT OR 'S
PICK
FOREST WALKS
“Course 4 on the Uljin Geumgang Pine Trail takes you to
a 600-year-old pine tree. Encountering this huge
14 m tall tree standing in the middle of the forest was one of the most
CYCLING TRAILS impressive moments I had in a while.
There are lots of wildflowers around pine trees.”

Korea offers an extensive

and well-developed network
of cross-country cycling paths
along which you can encounter
nature, including beaches, rivers
and forests. Extending along
the Seomjingang River in the
Jeolla region, the Seomjingang
Bike Path is one of the most
nature-friendly cycling paths in
Korea. Visit in early spring to enjoy
plum blossoms along the river,
or in fall to see the fall foliage,
along the 174 km trail that also
features numerous riverside rural
villages. The Hangang Bike Path
extends for 107 km along the
Hangang Riverside across Seoul.
Office workers and hobby cyclists
frequent certain segments of the
path daily to commute to and from
work or as a workout. The popular
points of access to the trail are the
Hangang Wetland Ecology Park,
the Yeouido Hangang Park and
the Jamwon Hangang Park. You
can rent Seoul’s public bike called
“Ttareungi” to ride along the River.
Download the app, Seoul Bike, to
rent a bike from stations found
near subway stations, bus stops,
public buildings and schools.
www.riverguide.go.kr
COURSE 1
JIRISAN TRAIL 지리산 둘레길
Jirisan Mountain, a representative
mountain in Korea, offers a trail that
extends for 295 km across 21 courses.
The courses offer various steepness
levels and difficulties from which
trekkers can choose. Most of these
courses connect village to village so you
can stay overnight in local room-and-
board homes or guesthouses. The
Jucheon Unbong Course is 14.7 km long
and takes nearly 6 hours to complete,
but is a popular trail among families due
to its gentle slope.
jirisantrail.kr
COURSE 2
NAMHANSANSEONG TRAIL
남한산성 둘레길
This trail allows you to explore
Namhansanseong Fortress, a UNESCO
World Heritage site, in detail. A natural
terrain used since the Three Kingdoms
period (early 4th century to the mid-7th
century), the Namhansanseong Fortress
provided a bulwark of defense for the
capital city during the Joseon period
(1392–1910). Extending for 11.76 km
across 5 courses, this trail can be
completed in a day. Course 1 departs
from the North Gate and features
Sueojangdae Post as well as beautiful
views of Seoul.
COURSE 3
COURSE 2
COURSE 1
COURSE 3
ULJIN GEUMGANG PINE TRAIL
울진금강소나무숲길
This trail in Uljin, Gyeongsangbuk-do,
offers one of the best-preserved pristine
states of nature in Korea. Since ancient
times, the pine trees in the area have
been praised for their beauty, and were
regularly supplied to the royal palaces
during the Joseon period (1392–1910).
The rather rustic trail is divided into 5
courses. You need to book your visit
ahead because the authorities managing
the trail and the surrounding area
allow eco-friendly tourist activities
only. Course 3, popular for the healing
phytoncide, takes you through the dense
red pine habitat.
www.uljintrail.or.kr

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KOREAN
FOOD
KOREAN FOOD BOASTS
A COLORFUL PALETTE,
GREAT NUTRITIONAL
BALANCE, AND RICH
FLAVORS. HERE’S A GUIDE
TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR
GOURMAND JOURNEY
INTO THE WORLD OF
KOREAN FOOD, FROM
THE TRADITIONAL TO THE
MODERN.
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KIMCHI 김치
Kimchi is an icon of Korean cuisine. It may look like
a simple fermented combination of salt-brined
vegetables mixed with seasonings, but it's a bit more
complex. Families across Korea include an array
of fresh and fermented seafood readily available
in their respective regions to add distinct flavors
to their kimchi. Although baechu (napa cabbage)
kimchi may be the most common, there are well over
200 kinds of kimchi made with ingredients from
different seasons and regions. In summer, cucumber
and young summer radish are popular vegetables
made into kimchi, while dongchimi (radish water
kimchi) is popular in winter. Green onion kimchi and
onion kimchi are great side dishes for barbecued
meat. Some kimchi are also closely associated with
specific regions, such as the sunmu (turnip) kimchi
in Ganghwado Island, godeulppaegi (Korean daisy)
kimchi in Suncheon and Dolsan gat (Dolsan-grown
leaf mustard) kimchi in Yeosu, Jeollanam-do.
KOREAN
CUISINE
BASICS
BIBIMBAP 비빔밥
Bibimbap is a popular dish that is
nutritious as it combines various
ingredients, including rice, plenty
of vegetables, beef, gochujang, and
sesame oil. Some of the popular
variations are hot-pot bibimbap, served
in a piping hot stoneware pot, and beef
tartare bibimbap, featuring raw beef
tartare instead of the usual cooked beef.
Regions on the coast also offer bibimbap celebrated at the Daegu Chimac Festival fire until fully cooked. Because of the
made with fresh local seafood. Don’t with plenty of chicken, beer and great way it is prepared, the smoky-flavored
forget to try cockle bibimbap in Beolgyo, music. Eonyang bulgogi is also nicknamed
octopus bibimbap in Mokpo, and sea “bassak (crispy) bulgogi.” With all these
pineapple bibimbap in Tongyeong when varieties, Koreans and non-Koreans are
you get a chance to visit these cities. BULGOGI 불고기 guaranteed to love the dish.
Bulgogi is made by marinating thin slices
of beef in a sweet marinade made of soy
FRIED CHICKEN 프라이드 치킨 sauce, sugar, and garlic, and then either ROYAL CUISINE 궁중 음식
Korean fried chicken is a popular food pan-frying or grilling over charcoal. The Korean royal cuisine is centered
regularly featured on Korean dramas The Seoul-style bulgogi is prepared in on recipes specifically developed for
and movies. It is crispy on the outside a distinct way using a special grilling the royal family of the Joseon Dynasty
and tender on the inside. Korean fried pan. The convex center of the pan is (1392–1910). The best and freshest
chicken offers an infinite variety of for cooking meat while the concave ingredients sent from all regions across
seasonings and secondary ingredients, edge is for the broth, which is usually Korea, with each meal featuring 12
such as gochujang-glazed fried chicken, cooked with mushrooms, vegetables, mildly seasoned dishes that include
galbi seasoning-glazed fried chicken, and glass noodles. Other regions also vegetables, meat and seafood. Sinseollo,
chili pepper chicken, garlic chicken, and have their own style of bulgogi. The a hot pot of beef broth with meatballs,
green onion chicken. Fried chicken is Gwangyang bulgogi is made by lightly batter-fried fish fillets, and vegetables,
often paired with ice cold beer, hence seasoning sliced beef then cooking over and gujeolpan, thin wheat crepes rolled
the word “chimaek,” which is short charcoal right on the table. Eonyang with beef and vegetables together are
bulgogi, on the other hand, grills among the well-known royal dishes.
for chicken and maekju (beer). Every
marinated thinly cut beef directly over
summer, this delicious combination is
No Korean meal is complete without kimchi. Around every November,
when napa cabbages and radish are ready to harvest, Koreans make
great amounts on kimchi to last for the next several months. Kimchi
is an essential side dish, but well-fermented kimchi can also be used
KIMCHI
as the main ingredient in various dishes. Some of the favorite kimchi
CULTURE
dishes are kimchi stew, kimchi fried rice, kimchi dumplings, kimchi
pancake, and noodles in kimchi broth. Keeping kimchi well fermented
is so important that there are special refrigerators dedicated to it, and
have become a staple appliance in Korean homes.
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TTEOKBOKKI 떡볶이
Tteokbokki is a favorite snack of many
Koreans. It is made by stir-frying long,
chewy pieces of rice cake in a sweet
and spicy gochujang sauce. Those
with sensitive taste buds can have the
non-spicy variant named gungjung
tteokbokki, which is made by stir-frying
rice cake with meat, mushrooms, and
other vegetables in a sweet soy sauce.
There are many places serving tteokbokki
prepared and cooked right on the table,
with various toppings such as cheese,
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noodles and dumplings.
T OP
KOREAN FOOD
CHAL L ENGE
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SAMGYETANG 삼계탕
This is what Koreans eat when they need
to recharge and refuel energy. This
soup is made by boiling a whole chicken
with ginseng, jujubes, garlic and sweet
rice. Samgyetang restaurants bustle
with large crowds during sambok, the
hottest period of summer that usually
occur between June and July by the lunar
calendar, This is because according to
the Korean saying “iyeol chiyeol,” which
translates to “fight fire with fire,” you
must eat stamina-boosting hot food to
help beat the summer heat.
SANNAKJI 산낙지
Literally “live octopus,” sannakji is finely
chopped octopus seasoned with sesame
oil and sesame seeds. You can feel the
tentacles wiggling and sucking in your
mouth.
GIMBAP 김밥
As Koreans’ favorite picnic food, the
varieties of gimbap are almost endless.
The more popular include bulgogi
gimbap, tuna gimbap, dried anchovy
gimbap, egg gimbap, and cheese
gimbap. Convenience stores also sell
samgak (triangular) gimbap, which goes
well with ramyeon (instant noodles).
HONGEO SAMHAP 홍어삼합
Skate, called "hongeo" in Korean, gives
off a unique, ammonia-like odor when
fermented. Hongeo samhap, or Skate
trio, refers to slices of fermented skate,
boiled pork and very ripe kimchi. Not all
Koreans can eat this dish that requires
an acquired taste, but it has avid fans
as well.
GRILLED PORK BELLY 삼겹살구이
Pork belly, or samgyeopsal in Korean,
is the most popular cut of pork in the
country. Most samgyeopsal restaurants
feature tables with a grill in the middle
where the meat can be cooked right
on the tabletop. Koreans usually wrap
samgyeopsal in lettuce or perilla leaf
with chili pepper, garlic, green onion
salad, and ssamjang (seasoned soybean
paste).
BUCHIMGAE 부침개
Buchimgae is made by adding various
vegetables, seafood, or meat to a
thin flour batter and then pan-frying.
The two most popular varieties are
kimchijeon, made by adding very ripe
kimchi to the batter, and haemul pajeon,
which adds seafood and green onions.
On rainy days, Koreans often eat
buchimgae with makgeolli (unrefined
rice wine).
NAENGMYEON 냉면 KOREAN FOOD Q&A
Literally “cold noodles,” it is typically
made with buckwheat flour and starch. Q. W hen I went to a restaurant, why was I served food I didn't even order?
It is served either in a cold broth as mul A. A typical Korean meal table consists of a main dish and several side dishes that
complement the main dish. Likewise, when you order food at a Korean restaurant,
naengmyeon, or mixed with a spicy sauce
you will be served several side dishes. The types and numbers of these dishes vary
as bibim naengmyeon. Many Koreans
by restaurant, and are usually refilled free of charge.
like to eat naengmyeon after eating
barbecued meat as a “dessert.” Q. How can I best enjoy Korean barbecue?
A. P ork and beef are the two most popular types of meat consumed in Korea. You can
order different cuts (sirloin, ribs, skirt steak, etc.) and choose between marinated
meats or plain (non-marinated). Each table has a portable gas stove or a built-in
grill so that the meat can be cooked right on the table. When the server brings
out your order, he or she will grill the meat and then cut it into small pieces using
scissors. Ssam is an essential feature of Korean barbecue. Wrap a piece of meat
with a leafy vegetable of your choice, along with garlic, chili pepper, and ssamjang
(seasoned soybean paste), then put the entire wrap into your mouth.
SPICY FOOD 매운 요리 GANJANG GEJANG 간장게장 CHEONGGUKJANG JJIGAE 청국장찌개
Korea has a great array of super spicy Cleaned and trimmed raw blue crabs Cheonggukjang, which is full of healthy
foods, such as bul jokbal (fiery hot
pig’s trotters), bul jjamppong (fiery hot
seafood noodle soup), nakji bokkeum
are marinated in seasoned soy sauce
to make this beloved Korean delicacy.
This salty and sweet dish is the perfect
lactobacillus, is made by fermenting
boiled soybeans at a warm temperature
for several days. Koreans like to make
(spicy stir-fried octopus), and buldak side dish to pair with steamed rice, and a thick stew out of this rich soybean
bokkkeummyeon (fiery hot noodles and is often called "bap doduk" (literally paste by adding kimchi, bean curd, and
chicken stir-fry). Some say spicy food is a meaning “rice thief”). vegetables. Not everyone
good stress reliever, and it has become a is fond of the smell,
worldwide social media trend to join the but its deep and
Korean spicy food challenge. complex flavor
grows on
people.
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THEMED KO R E A N F O O D
REGIONAL
FOOD
SEOUL
Seoul, the capital city of Korea, is where
you can enjoy delicacies from all over the
country and the world. It offers a wide
selection of cuisines, from Michelin-
starred restaurants and specific food
alleys to vendors in traditional markets
and street food stalls. Many fine
dining establishments are clustered
in Cheongdam-dong and Sinsa-dong,
while Itaewon and Yeonnam-dong are
lined with restaurants offering flavors
from around the world. Dongdaemun
Dakhanmari Alley features hearty
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Incheon Chinatown
Korean-style chicken soup. Traditional Chinatown features numerous Chinese
markets have a wide array of dishes restaurants with a long history. Suwon
as well, and Namdaemun Market is is known for wang galbi (premium ribs)
particularly famous for galchijorim marinated in soy sauce and grilled
(stewed beltfish) and kalguksu (noodle over charcoal. And Icheon, Korea’s rice
soup). Myeong-dong and Gwangjang capital, is a destination for hanjeongsik,
Market also attract large crowds with the Korean table d’hôte that serves
their street food. steamed rice with a wide array of side
dishes.
INCHEON &
GYEONGGI-DO BUSAN &
The port city of Incheon, not far from GYEONGSANG REGION
Seoul, is known for fresh raw seafood Busan, offers plenty of fresh ingredients
and grilled clams and shrimp. Incheon’s and diverse delicacies as well as seafood
FOR FRUIT LOVERS
Korean fruits are deliciously sweet, and unique fruits are
produced every season. Strawberries, known for their special
sweetness, are available in winter and spring, with cafés
and hotel restaurants offering strawberry based drinks and
desserts. Jeju Island is famous for its variety of citrus fruits,
including Hallabong and Cheonhyehyang. Other sweet
summer fruits include sweet watermelons, crunchy Korean
melons, and sweet Shine Muscat green grapes. When autumn
arrives, big and thirst-quenching Korean pears as well as
sweet persimmons are harvested. Gotgam, made by peeling
and drying persimmons, and persimmon sorbet are two
unique wintertime treats you can taste only in Korea.
Jagalchi Market in busan
eateries and restaurants with great
ocean views. Other flavorful dishes
include doeji gukbap (pork and rice
soup), milmyeon (wheat noodles) and
kkomjangeo gui (grilled hagfish). Daegu
is known for spicy jjimgalbi (stewed
pork ribs) and gopchang (beef/pork
intestines). There are many other cities
across the region with unique dishes,
including Andong's jjimdak (spicy stewed
chicken), Tongyeong's Chungmu gimbap
and Yeongdeok's snow crabs.
JEJU ISLAND
Many of Jeju’s local dishes feature fresh
seafood, such as abalone, beltfish,
mackerel, swordtip squid, red tilefish,
and seaweed, as well as the island’s
famous black pork, bred and raised in
a unique traditional way. In particular,
the haenyeo (women divers) of Jeju catch
fresh abalones and sea cucumbers,
which visitors can purchase and eat on
the spot. The pork noodle soup and
braised or grilled whole beltfish are also
popular.
GANGWON-DO
The land of tall mountains and beautiful
beaches, Gangwon-do boasts distinct
local dishes. The highlands on the
mountainsides are ideal for growing
napa cabbage. Deokjang, where pollacks
are freeze dried in the wintry sea
winds to make them more flavorful
and nutritious are also located in the
highlands. Some of the must-eat food
in Gangwon-do are sanchae jeongsik,
a set menu featuring wild vegetables
gathered from the nearby mountains,
and gondeurebap, rice steamed with local
thistle. Other regional specialties include
Gangneung’s Chodang dubu (bean
curd), Hoengseong's hanu (prime beef),
Sokcho's Abai sundae (blood sausage),
and Chuncheon's dakgalbi (spicy stir-
fried or grilled chicken).
JEOLLA REGION
Known as the flavor capital of Korea, its
mild climate, fertile plains, and unique
location has given it an abundance of all
known ingredients. Given the region’s
numerous flavors, Jeonju continues to
attract tourists with its variety of dishes,
including kongnamul gukbap (soybean
sprout and rice soup), bibimbap, and
hanjeongsik (Korean table d’hote).
Sunchang is famous for gochujang,
Damyang is known for bamboo dishes,
and Gwangyang has delicious bulgogi.
Anbandegi Village in Gangwon-do
FOR
VEGETARIANS
Korean cuisine is generally
vegetarian-friendly as many of the
regularly enjoyed dishes are meatless
with ingredients like legumes, bean
curd, and vegetables. Temple food,
which is said to feed the mind and
body, is gaining popularity among
vegetarians. You can also order
bibimbap, gimbap, or other similar
dishes at a typical restaurant and
request them without meat. Visit the
Korea Tourism Organization’s website
for tips on ordering vegetarian food
at Korean restaurants and for a list of
vegetarian restaurants in the country.
CHUNGCHEONG REGION
The inland area of the Chungcheong
region is covered with fertile fields where
grains are grown, while the coastal area
is home to sprawling mudflats filled with
the sea’s delicacies. Accordingly, local
markets offer a diversity of specialties,
such as Seocheon Seafood Specialty
Market’s blue crabs and gizzard shads;
Damyang Gugyeong Market's black
garlic dumpling and black garlic fried
chicken, and Geumsan Ginseng Market’s
ginseng products and snacks.
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THEMED SHOPPING

TRADITIONAL MARKETS

In almost all communities across Korea, there are traditional markets with
long histories and customs. Namdaemun Market, which has existed
throughout Seoul’s 600 years, sells all kinds of products, including food such
as dried seaweed and ginseng, as well as handcrafted goods and traditional
souvenirs. Gwangjang Market is another traditional market in Seoul most
famous for its snacks and food, but it also offers a wide selection of food
ingredients, hanbok (traditional Korean clothing), and imported second-hand
goods. Couples also visit the market to shop for various traditional wedding
items. Also in Seoul, Dongmyo Market has been emerging as a hot spot
amid fashionistas flocking to its endless rows of very affordable second-hand
clothing. In Gyeonggi-do, Suwon Nammun Market shares the history of the
Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Moran Traditional
Market, a 5-day market (opened every 5 days), garnered some attention
when the famed 3-Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire visited to source
rare ingredients. Down in Busan, the iconic Gukje Market came into being as
refugees flocked to the area in the aftermath of the Korean War (1950–1953).
Near Gukje Market is Bupyeong Kkangtong Market , which is famous for
its food stalls offering an array of local delicacies and snacks at night. Lastly,
Jeju Island is home to the Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market and Jeju Dongmun
Traditional Market. They offer various local Jeju products and snacks,
including Jeju-grown citrus fruits, which some merchants sell as juice, and
Moran Traditional Market
pork from local black pigs, which are often sold as black pork skewers.

A 24-HOUR
SHOPPING
UNDERGROUND SHOPPING MALLS

Usually connected to subway stations, Korea’s vast underground

shopping malls are among the best destinations for finding
affordable and high-quality products. Goto Mall, which is

PARADISE!
IN KOREA, VISITORS CAN ENJOY SHOPPING AT ANY TIME OF THE DAY.
THE COUNTRY BOASTS ALL TYPES OF SHOPPING VENUES, FROM TRADITIONAL MARKETS
MORE THAN 600 YEARS OLD TO DISTRICTS SHOWCASING THE LATEST STREET FASHION,
AND DUTY-FREE SHOPS OFFERING A WIDE COLLECTION OF LUXURY GOODS.
connected to the Seoul Express Bus Terminal, is a popular
shopping venue for affordable apparel, cosmetics, home decor
products and more. It also offers direct access to Shinsegae
Department Store and Central City Famille Station. Popular
among younger crowds, Gangnam Station Underground
Shopping Mall features an infinite selection of the trendiest and
latest fashion and products. Bupyeong Station’s Modoomall in
Incheon and Seomyeon Station Underground Shopping Mall
in Busan are also among the largest underground shopping
malls in Korea.

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MEGA SHOPPING MALLS
Major shopping centers in Korea offer a great
selection of retail stores as well as food courts
and restaurants, entertainment, and even
relaxation (such as spas) in a gigantic indoor
space. Conveniently, most shopping centers are
connected to high-end hotels, convention centers,
and subway stations. Dongdaemun Fashion Town
in Seoul is by far the most famous shopping area,
catering to both retail and wholesale customers
24/7. Meanwhile, Starfield Hanam boasts a
sprawling space that is over 70 times the size of
a typical soccer stadium and features an endless
array of stores and amenities, from luxury brands
to home decor shops and celebrity chef-owned
restaurants. At Coex Mall in Seoul, travelers can
satisfy all their business and shopping needs
in a single destination as it is connected to a
The annual Korea Grand Sale convention center, World Trade Center Seoul,
held in January or February, hotels, duty-free shops, casinos, the city airport
offers great deals at department terminal, and office service facilities. Lotte World
stores, shopping malls, Mall in Seoul, housed in the 123-story Lotte World
convenience stores, hotels, Tower, also offers numerous facilities, including
restaurants, entertainment and an aquarium, a concert hall, and the Seoul Sky
cultural venues, and more. Check Observatory. Listed as the “largest department
out the list of participating stores store” in the Guinness World Book of Records in
and download discount coupons 2009, Shinsegae Centum City in Busan features
on the website. an ice rink, a spa, a theme park for children and
koreagrandsale.co.kr much more in addition to its various retail stores.
•Starfield www.starfield.co.kr
DUTY-FREE SHOPS
Duty-free shops can be found at major international airports, such
as those in Incheon and Jeju, as well as international ferry terminals
in Busan and Jeju. In particular, the sprawling duty-free shops at the
Incheon International Airport are widely popular among travelers
and shoppers from around the world looking to get great luxury
deals. At Seoul’s major tourist destinations, Lotte, Shilla, and
Dongwha Duty-Free Shops also allow tourists to shop during their
stay in Korea and collect their items upon departure from airports
or ports.
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HYPERMARKETS & CONVENIENCE STORES
At Korean hypermarkets, you can find great deals on various
products, such as groceries, clothing, or electronics. Hanaro Mart,
the supermarket chain of the National Agricultural Cooperative
Federation (NACF), is the perfect place to shop for Korean
agricultural produce and fisheries. The country is also home to
E-Mart, Homeplus , and Lotte Mart, which are huge hypermarket
chains with stores all over Korea. Lotte Mart Seoul Station, in
particular, offers tax-free shopping and international shipping
services for international visitors. Korean streets are also filled with
24-hour convenience stores that sell ready-made meals, first-aid
supplies, and more. They’re also equipped with ATMs.
OUTLET MALLS
Numerous premium outlets, which offer collections from
international brands as well as up-and-coming local
brands, are found in areas neighboring Seoul, such as SHOPPING DISTRICTS
Paju, Gimpo, Icheon, and Yeoju in Gyeonggi-do Province.
The Shinsegae Simon Premium Outlets, the brainchild Shopping districts are also popular in Korea.
of the partnership between the Korean distribution giant Myeong-dong, perhaps the most famous
Shinsegae and United States’ Simon Property Group, offers shopping districts in Seoul, is especially known
luxury goods at discounted prices all year round. Lotte for local cosmetic shops and clothing stores
Premium Outlets feature international luxury brands as with unique and affordable options lining alley
well as other popular and local brands. Other major outlets after alley. For the latest fashion trends, head
are also found in Busan and Gimhae in southeastern Korea. over to the Cheongdam-dong Luxury Street
filled with luxury brands from around the
world; Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong, the fashion
capital of Seoul’s trendsetters; or Itaewon,
which boasts numerous establishments
catering to international visitors with leather
goods, and oversized and vintage clothing.
Insa-dong, famous for its antique shops, is a
great place to shop for traditional craft goods
and souvenirs while the Hongik University
Area (Hongdae), at the forefront of Korea’s
young street culture, is home to the best and
latest trends as well as Kakao Friends and Line
Friends Shops.
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THEMED LEISURE SPORTS

ADVENTURES
IN KOREA
FOR YOUR LIKING

Luges are motor-free sleds you can ride downhill, often at

FOR SPEED
& HEIGHT
exhilarating speeds depending on the given slopes and force
MANIACS of gravity. Skyline Luge can be found at various locations
across Korea, including Ganghwa and Tongyeong. Relatively
simple to maneuver, luges are offered on diverse tracks,
including the S track, U track, and even 360-degree rotaries. The mountainous THRILLING AND LIVELY ADVENTURES AWAIT YOU IN KOREA.
terrain of Korea also offers many great zip line spots. At the Hadong Korea Zip CHOOSE FROM THE WIDE VARIETY OF EXCITING ACTIVITIES.
Wire, you can slide down approximately 3.2 km at a whopping 120 km per hour.
Departing from the summit of Geumosan Mountain at 849 m above sea level,
you can take in a breathtaking view of the Dadohaehaesang (maritime) National
Park as you fly across the mountain. At Jeongseon Byeongbangchi Zip Wire, you
can also enjoy a view of Bamseom Island beneath, which looks like a miniature
version of the Korean Peninsula.

•Skyline Luge www.skylineluge.com

•Ganghwa Seaside Resort (Luge) www.ganghwa-resort.co.kr
•Hadong Korea Zip Wire www.hdalps.or.kr
•Arii Hills Resort Jeongseon Byeongbangchi Zip Wire www.ariihills.co.kr

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FOR FAMILIES
WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
Filled with fun and interesting
activities for both children
and adults, Hero Kids Park
is a great place for families to
visit. In Kidzania, a children’s
job experience themed park,
kids can become firefighters,
police officers, flight attendants,
models and more at realistically
decorated sets. Pororo Kids
Park, based on the popular
Korean animated television
series Pororo, the Little Penguin
(a.k.a. Pororo and Friends),
features facilities designed after
the characters from the series.
Created under the concept of
“exploring Mother Nature,”
Discovery Naturescape allows
visitors to become explorers and
enjoy activities such as climbing
and VR.
•Hero Kids Park www.herokidspark.co.kr
•KidZania www.kidzania.co.kr
•Pororo Park www.pororopark.com
•Discovery Naturescape
discoverynaturescape.com
©Fly Station Korea
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Jeongseon Rail Bike
ENJOY Fly Station Korea in
THRILLING Yongin, Gyeonggi-do,
RIDES is a unique place
INDOORS where you can
enjoy exhilarating
indoor flying at 8 to 10 m aboveground
on winds that blow 360 km per hour.
Woongjin Playdoci is a major water park
near Seoul equipped with a wide variety
of slides. One Mount, a sprawling
recreation complex encompassing a
water park, a snow park and a shopping
mall, offers something for every member
of the family to enjoy. Moreover, the
snow park, modeled after the famous
Santa Claus Village in Finland, offers dog
sledding and ice bowling, among other
things.
•Fly Station Korea www.flystation.com
•Woongjin Playdoci www.playdoci.com
•One Mount www.onemount.co.kr
PEDAL There are numerous
ALONG venues across Korea
RAILROADS where you can enjoy
railbikes, pedaling
your way along old
railroads. Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike
offers a 5.4 km long railroad along
Korea’s scenic east coast and passes
through an enchanting underwater
tunnel offering a luminaire and laser
show. Jeongseon Rail Bike features
the abandoned mines and railway in
Jeongseon, which has historically been
a mining capital of Korea. The railroads
at Gangchon Rail Park provide majestic
views of the natural landscape along
the Bukhangang River, and the Uiwang
Rail Park is also a great place where you
can enjoy riding a railbikes against the
backdrop of a fantastical sunset around
the lake.
•Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike www.oceanrailbike.com
•Jeongseon Rail Bike www.railtrip.co.kr
•Gangchon Rail Bike www.railpark.co.kr
•Uiwang Rail Park www.uwrailpark.co.kr
Gangchon Rail Park
Jeongseon Byeongbangchi Skywalk
FOLLOW THE You can enjoy various
NATURAL aquatic sports on
FLOW rivers and beaches
throughout Korea.
Flowing across
Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do Provinces,
Hantangang River is popular in summer
for whitewater rafting. The Hangang
River flowing through the center of Seoul
has cruises, yachts and the Tubester on
which you can enjoy dynamic and beautiful
landscapes of Seoul both during the day
and at night. Meanwhile, the 18 km long
Gyeongin Ara Waterway in Incheon
features parks along the riverbanks, where
you can enjoy kayaking, canoeing and
cruise rides. Gapyeong and Yangpyeong
are towns near Seoul in Gyeonggi-do
where you can enjoy a wide range of
thrilling aquatic sports, including jet
skiing and wakeboarding. The Handam
and Woljeong-ri Beaches on Jeju Island
are perfect spots for kayaking. Healing
Kayak Park in Jeju offers kayaking down a
manmade canal that extends some 1 km.
Uiamho Mullegil in Chuncheon is a great
destination for canoers. You will delight in
the serene surroundings across the aquatic
plants floating on the lake. The Chungjuho
Lake in Chungcheongbuk-do offers
cruise rides on which you can discover the
magnificent natural landscapes that make
up the Danyang Palgyeong, or the "Eight
Sights of Danyang”.
•Healing Kayak Park Vicheollin
www.vicheollin.com
Handam Kayaking
EXPERIENCE Korea offers
numerous
DIZZYING
“skywalks,” the
HEIGHTS
elevated points
where you can
enjoy thrilling walks while overlooking
gorgeous natural landscapes below.
Mancheonha Skywalk in Danyang,
Chungcheongbuk-do, is especially
popular as it provides beautiful views
of the Namhangang River flowing 90 m
below a tall cliff. Namhae Bomulseom
Observatory & Skywalk is another
must-visit destination on Korea’s
south coast as it offers a panoramic
and uninterrupted seascape. Songdo
Skywalk in Busan is a famous seaside
skywalk situated on Geobukseom
Island in Songdo Beach. It will make
you feel as if you are floating above
the vast blue sea. You can also take
the Busan Air Cruise to the peak of
the island to enjoy the breathtaking
views of the surrounding landscape.
If you prefer the mountains instead
of the sea, head to Wonju for its
famed Sogeumsan Suspension
Bridges. You will feel as if walking
on clouds overlooking Sogeumsan
Mountain. Tongyeong Cable Car in
Gyeongsangnam-do is a perfect way
to enjoy the beauty of Tongyeong and
the Hallyeohaesang National Park, and
the nearby observatory and skywalk
are also recommended. Danyang in
Chungcheongbuk-do is popular for
paragliding due to its mild and stable
climate. Paragliding is a great way to
take in enchanting views of the idyllic
town’s mountains, rivers and town
center from up high.
•Mancheonha Skywalk
www.dytc.or.kr/mancheonha
•Namhae Bomulseom Observatory & Skywalk
namhaeskywalk.modoo.at
•Busan Air Cruise busanaircruise.co.kr
•Wonju Sogeumsan Suspension Bridge
www.wonju.go.kr/tour
Sajik Baseball Stadium
JOIN THE Korean baseball
FERVOR OF games are popular
K-SPORTS for the distinct and
fervent cultures of
cheering that vary
per team and athlete. Moreover, you
can enjoy a barbecue or fried chicken
with beer (“chimaek”) while watching
the game. Part of the Seoul Sports
Complex, the Jamsil Baseball Stadium
is one of the largest ballparks in Korea.
Also in Seoul, the Gocheok Sky Dome
is a world-class facility capable of
hosting major international events all
year round irrespective of the weather
outside. The Sajik Baseball Stadium
in Busan is perfect for getting a taste
of the zealous and exciting baseball
fandom of Korea. Built for the 2002
FIFA World Cup, the Seoul World Cup
Stadium is a major venue for soccer
as well as various cultural and artistic
activities, including concerts. It also
houses a shopping mall and a multiplex
theater.
•Korea Baseball Organization
www.koreabaseball.com
•Korea Football Association www.kfa.or.kr
•Korean Basketball League www.kbl.or.kr
FOR LoL Park, an e-sports
E-SPORTS arena dedicated to
AFICIONA- League of Legends,
DOS
is optimized for
watching e-sports
with tiered seats
similar to gladiator arenas. There is
an area that exhibits player figurines
and team uniforms and also sells
various game character goods. The
Busan E-sports Arena and Gwangju
E-sports Arena also hosts games such
as Battlegrounds and FIFA esports. At
the Gwangju E-sports Arena, visitors can
make reservations to experience e-sports
through streaming and broadcasting.
•LoL Park kr.leagueoflegends.com
•Busan E-sports Arena brena.or.kr
•Gwangju E-sports Arena esports.gicon.or.kr
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TEMPLESTAY & TEMPLE

DISCOVER
Templestay is popular among international visitors
who want to practice meditation and discover the
aspects of Korean Buddhism and its culture in a
tranquil setting. The programs usually include
Seon meditation, tea ceremonies, worship,

KOREA
and Buddhist-style meals. Nearly 140 Buddhist
temples across Korea offer 1-day or overnight
templestay programs. Many of these temples are
located deep in the mountains, but some, such as
Jogyesa Temple and Bongeunsa Temple, can be
OVER THE LAST FIVE MILLENNIA, KOREANS HAVE found in downtown Seoul.
DEVELOPED UNIQUE AND DISTINCT CUSTOMS AND www.templestay.com
TRADITIONS. VISITORS CAN EXPLORE AND FURTHER
UNDERSTAND THE KOREAN CULTURE THROUGH
VARIOUS EXPERIENCE PROGRAMS. TRADITIONAL SPORTS
Taekwondo is an official Olympic sport and a
martial art through which Koreans train their
mind and body from a young age. Meanwhile,
taekkyeon, a traditional Korean martial art
inscribed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural
Heritage of Humanity, will excite you with its
mesmerizing dance-like moves.
• Taekwondowon
Largest taekwondo training facility in Korea
www.tpf.or.kr
• K-Taekwon School
Taekwondo classes and demonstrations
1599-7308
• Kyulyun Taekyun Association
Taekkyeon classes and meetings
www.taekyun.org

KOREAN COOKING CLASSES

Korean cuisine makes use of a wide array of
ingredients and includes naturally fermented
soybean-based condiments to add richness and
HANBOK EXPERIENCE flavor to the dishes. Through various classes, you
When in Korea, remember to take pictures can learn how to make some of the quintessential
and selfies with friends and family while dishes in Korean cuisine, such as kimchi and galbi
clad in colorful hanbok (traditional Korean (grilled ribs), and delve into diverse cooking styles,
clothing). Major tourist sites, such as including homemade and temple cuisine.
Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, Jeonju
• F ood & Culture Academy
Hanok Village and Hwangnidan-gil in koreanrecipe.co.kr
Gyeongju feature numerous hanbok • Ome Cooking Lab (traditional market + cooking)
rental shops. You can also enter the four www.5-tastes.com
major royal palaces (Gyeongbokgung, • Jeong Gang Won (cooking in a traditional house)
Changdeokgung, Cheonggyeonggung and www.jeonggangwon.com
• Museum Kimchikan (cooking with kimchi)
Deoksugung), Jongmyo Shrine, and the
www.kimchikan.com
Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty in Seoul • Korean Temple Food Center
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CELEBRITY
FOR A DAY!
K-POP AND KOREAN DRAMA AND MOVIE FANS WOULD BE THRILLED TO VISIT
FILMING SITES AND STUDIOS. HERE ARE POPULAR SITES IN KOREA THAT WILL TAKE
YOU RIGHT INTO THE CORE OF YOUR FAVORITE KOREAN DRAMAS, AND STAGES
WHERE YOUR FAVORITE K-POP ARTIST HAD A LEGENDARY PERFORMANCE.
Nami Island, the backdrop of Winter
Sonata, and Petite France, featured
on My Love from the Star, are already
popular tourist destinations. While
you are in Korea, relive the scenes
from your favorite movies and shows
by visiting their famous filming
locations.
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SQUID GAME (2021)
Filming locations for Squid Game, a drama
depicting a mysterious survival game, can
be found in Seoul and Incheon. Baegun
Market in Ssangmun-dong, Seoul is
the traditional market in which Sang-u’s
mother’s fisheries store is located. Visitors
can buy various ingredients and Korean
foods around the market. Wolmi Theme
Park in Incheon, where Deok-su meets
with gang members, has a beautiful
night view created by lights filling every
corner of the park. Lastly, Seongapdo Island in Incheon was the main filming
location the drama where the “game” is held.
Hackberry Tree in Bukbu-ri ©Changwon-si
EXTRAORDINARY
ATTORNEY WOO (2022)
In Extraordinary Attorney Woo, a drama
that tells the story of a genius attorney
with autism spectrum, the scene in which
©ENA
attorney Woo struggles to get through a
revolving door was filmed at Centerfield
West near Yeoksam Station in Seoul. The
bridge seen in the background when a
whale swims across the sky is Dangsan
Railroad Bridge, which connects the
Hapjeong and Dangsan subway stations
in Seoul. Woo Yeong-woo Gimbap was
filmed in a location near Hwaseong
Fortress, Suwon in Gyeonggi-do, a
UNESCO World Heritage site. The scene
in which attorney Woo goes dolphin
watching in Jeju Island was shot at Sindo
Port in Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju
Island, and the nearby Noeulhaean-ro
along the island’s western coast is an
actual dolphin watching spot. Silmido
Recreation Area in Incheon, which is a
popular sunset spot, was the backdrop
for the scene in which attorney Woo and
Lee Jun-ho go for a walk on the beach.
And lastly, the Hackberry Tree in Bukbu-
ri, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
is the tree that played an essential role
in one of the episodes, and it actually
became a Natural Monument after the
drama was aired.
Wolmi Theme Park ©Incheon Tourism Organization
Dangsan Railroad Bridge ©ENA
Ganggyeong Modern Culture and History Street ©Mokpo-si
PACHINKO (2022)
Pachinko is a drama about the lives of
4 generations of an immigrant family,
starring the Oscar winner Youn Yuh-jung
as elderly Sunja. Scenes depicting the
1920s to 30s of Yeongdo Island in Busan
and the Japanese police station in the
1970s were filmed in studios inside
Sunshine Land and Ganggyeong
Modern Culture and History Street in
Nonsan. In addition to filming studios,
Sunshine Land is equipped with an
outdoor military experience facility,
and the Ganggyeong Modern Culture
and History Street is home to buildings
constructed in the 1900s and vintage-
style cafés converted from old buildings.
Yeongdo Island, which has been
recently colorfully renovated through city
development projects, appears as Sunja’s
hometown. Jagalchi Market, a major
traditional market of Busan was shown in
the scene where Sunja reminisces about
her childhood. You can buy and eat fresh
seafood right at the market.
©Hapcheon-gun
Dongdaemun Design Plaza ©Seoul Tourism Organization
VINCENZO (2021)
Marketcity Sewoon (formerly Sewoon
Plaza in Jongno-gu, Seoul), was featured
as Geumgang Plaza in the popular drama
Vincenzo, about mafia lawyer Vincenzo. It
was the first general electronics market
in Korea, but today, it was fully renovated
to house many trendy restaurants and
cafés. The place where Vincenzo goes
for a night walk is Seoullo 7017. This
was an overpass by Seoul Station built
in 1970, and later renovated in 2017
as a linear park. DDP (Dongdaemun
Design Plaza), one of the largest atypical
buildings in the world designed by the
famous architect Zaha Hadid, was where
Vincenzo and Cha-yeong reunite and
rekindle with a kiss. DDP hosts many
exhibitions, concerts and events, and
Seoul Fashion Week is also held here.
Under Stand Avenue in Seongsu-dong,
Seoul, where Cha-yeong and Jun-u meet
for ice cream and talk, is a cultural space
that consists of 116 shipping containers.
Visitors can shop at start-up shops and
enjoy concerts and exhibitions.
HAPCHEON MOVIE PARK
Located in Hapcheon-gun,
Gyeongsangnam-do Province,
Hapcheon Movie Park was the set
for several major drama series and
movies, including Bridal Mask, Mr.
Sunshine, A Taxi Driver (2017), and
Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War (2004).
It recreated old streets that portray
the lives and architectures of Korean
streets from the 1910s to the 1980s.
www.hc.go.kr/06572/06699.web
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This “K-zombie” series with its

background set in the Joseon Dynasty
(1392–1910) garnered attention not only
for its unique premise and plot but also
for the wide array of traditional Korean
garments donned by the protagonist
Crown Prince Lee Chang (Ju Ji-hoon) and
other characters. Mungyeongsaejae
Provincial Park in Gyeongsangbuk-do Changdeokgung Palace

Province, where much of the series

was filmed, is home to an open studio
that has often been featured on major
Joseon period dramas, including Taejo
Wang Geon. Meanwhile, Buyongdae
Cliff in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do,
was featured as the spot where Lord
An Hyeon (Heo Joon-ho) investigates
a mysterious ship. It offers a scenic
The King
view of the Andong Hahoe Village, a
UNESCO World Heritage site, across the Changgyeonggung Palace, where kings
river. Part of the series was also filmed of Joseon actually lived. Changdeokgung
in actual royal palaces of the Joseon Palace’s Injeongjeon Hall and
Dynasty in Seoul. Sungjeongjeon Hall Gwallamjeong Pavilion in the Huwon
in Gyeonghuigung Palace, where the Garden are also featured in Kingdom.
king is shown to stay, was a sacred place
where the kings of Joseon performed
national rites, while the queen’s court in
the drama is Tongmyeongjeon Hall in

THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH
(2020)
This romantic fantasy drama starring Lee
Min-ho and Kim Go-eun travels between
2 parallel universes. The beautiful
temple on the first episode where Lee
Rim (Lee Jung-jin) is seen painting the
roof is Saseongam Hermitage in Gurye,
Jeollanam-do Province, which is included
in CNN’s list of Korea’s most beautiful
Buddhist temples, and also a filming
location for the Korean movie Kundo: Age
of the Rampant. Serving as the door to a
parallel universe, the bamboo forest is
the Ahopsan Forest in Gijang, Busan. The
forest has also been featured in numerous
other films and TV series, including
Kundo: Age of the Rampant and Moon Lovers:
Scarlet Heart Ryeo. Besides being a filming
location, this tranquil and pristine area is
perfect for a meditative walk.
CRASH LANDING ON YOU (2019)
This popular series portrays a love affair
amid the continuing tension between
the two Koreas. Extending for about 200
m across the magnificent Hantangang
Gorge, Hantangang Sky Bridge in
Pocheon, Gyeonggi-do Province is
where the show’s main characters, Ri
Jeong-hyeok (Hyun Bin) and Yoon Se-ri
(Son Ye-jin), first meet. Jungangtap Park
in Chungju is where members on Ri’s
squad and Yoon reunite in the South.
In the show’s first episode, Byeolmaro
Observatory in Yeongwol, Gangwon-do
Province was where Yoon went
paragliding.
ITAEWON CLASS (2019)
Based on the popular webtoon of the
same name, this drama is set in Itaewon,
a bustling neighborhood in Seoul with
a myriad of restaurants, bars, clubs,
and clothing stores gathering young
crowds till late at night. Take in Itaewon’s
cosmopolitan and energetic vibe by
following the footsteps of the characters
through the charming café-filled
Gyeongnidan-gil and Noksapyeong
areas, the World Food Street, and
Usadan-ro. The Noksapyeong
Overpass, where Park Saeroi (Park
Seo-joon) and Cho Iseo (Kim Da-mi)
often went to think and talk, is a great
spot where you can enjoy the beautiful
nightscape featuring the Namsan Seoul
Tower, a landmark of Seoul.
PARASITE (2019)
Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite raked in trophies
from all the major international film
festivals in 2019, including the Palme
d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival and Best
Picture at the Oscars. The film itself was
mostly shot in a mundane neighborhood
in Seoul. Despite the seemingly ordinary
location, Sky Pizza, the business for which Ki-taek (Song Kang-ho) and his
family folded pizza boxes; Dwaejissal Super, the small convenience store where
Ki-woo (Choi Woo-shik) met his friend; and the stairway leading to Ki-taek’s
house have been attracting steady streams of fans and film buffs from around
the world.
TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016)
This is a movie about K-zombies
taking over a high-speed KTX train
to Busan, the second largest city
in Korea. The scene in which the
passengers transfer to a regular
train was shot in Bujeon Station
near Seomyeon. The area is a major
urban district filled with shops,
restaurants and coffee shops, and
visitors can feel the atmosphere of
the port city of Busan. All the scenes
inside the KTX were filmed at the
Busan Cinema Studios.

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AGENCIES
Located in the underground level of the
Hibe Entertainment headquarters, the
talent agency that manages BTS, is a
music themed cultural complex called
“Hybe Insight." Vaious products such as
posters and T-shirts can be purchased
at the gift shop within the museum.
Directly across from YG Entertainment,
which represents stars like BigBang and
BlackPink, is a coffee shop called “the
sameE.” There is a special exhibition
section, and sells doughnuts and drinks,
and also host various pop-up events.
In the underground level of SM, the
entertainment company representing
K-pop idols like EXO and Red Velvelt. Is
the flagship store "Kwangya@Seoul."
The store features various celebrity IP
contents, and also exhibits albums and
other celebrity merchandise.
• Hybe Insight hybeinsight.com
• the sameE @thesamee_official
• Kwangya@Seoul @kwangya_seoul
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K-pop is widely popular around the world, with songs and albums regularly
ranking high on international pop music charts, and music videos easily garnering
hundreds of millions of views on YouTube within days of launching. Don’t miss
your chance to attend live tapings and concerts as well as festivals to support your
favorite K-pop artists such as BTS and Blackpink.
RUNNING MAN
Themed on the hit reality TV show of the
same name, Running Man has branches
in Busan’s Seomyeon, and Gangwon-do
Province’s Gangneung. Like the actors
on Running Man, you can play games and
missions seen on the TV show with your
friends.
K-STAR ROAD
This area is dotted with major talent
agencies that manage and represent
K-pop celebrities, as well as cafés and
restaurants frequented by the stars
themselves. Huge dolls designed after
popular K-pop stars and groups
called “Gangnamdoll” can
also be found at K-Star
Road.
From major musicals starring K-pop stars to original Korean musicals and non-
verbal performances, Korea offers a wide variety of performing arts. For further
information on dates and reservations, go to the Visit Korea website.
ENJOYING K-POP NON-VERBAL PERFORMANCES WELCOME DAEHAKRO
King's Studio Even if you don’t understand Korean,
Record your favorite K-pop song there are a number of venues that stage
non-verbal performances all year round. Every fall, this festival in Daehangno
and have it mixed and mastered by
Nanta, a comedy about happenings in a kitchen played to the rhythm of (also spelled Daehakro or Daehak-ro)
professionals and produce your very
samul nori (traditional Korean percussion quartet), is shown at dedicated features various performances, such
own music video here.
theaters in Myeong-dong in Seoul as well as in Jeju Island. Other popular as musicals and plays. Other events
kingsstudio.co.kr
shows include Jump, a comedy about a family of martial artists; Chef, a such as a welcome show, fan meetings
1 Million Dance Studio lavish combination of cooking, beatboxing, and breakdancing; and The with Korean celebrities, subtitled
This is the dance academy founded Painters: Hero, a fantastical and exciting work of media art that shows the performances, and a talk show.
creation of art. www.welcomedaehakro.com
by Lia Kim, who choreographed and
trained K-pop sensations like Twice, • Nanta www.nanta.co.kr • Jump www.hijump.co.kr
• Chef www.musicalchef.net • The Painters: Hero thepainters.co.kr
Sunmi, and IOI. You can purchase
single or multiple session dance
lessons, or make reservations for
choreographed dance lessons.
www.1milliondance.com
K-Pop Concerts
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to
meet the hottest K-pop stars while
in Korea. There are many K-pop
concerts boasting great lineups.
• I ncheon K-POP Concert (INK Concert)
www.inkconcert.com
• B usan One Asia Festival (BOF)
bof.or.kr
•G  angnam Festival
visitgangnam.net/gnfestival
• I ncheon International Airport Sky Festival © National Gugak Center © HJ Culture
2022skyfestival.com
• Dream Concert
www.dreamconcert.kr GUGAK MUSICALS
If you wish to explore the world of traditional Korean music known as “gugak,” you can Korea stages numerous original Korean
visit gugak institutes and performance venues. The National Jeongdong Theater of musicals like Laundry, The Man Who
Korea in Seoul offers diverse styles of gugak performances, including dance, pungmul Laughs, and The Hero, as well as major
(percussion), instrumental, and sori (vocal), the National Gugak Center houses the licensed musicals starring famous
Gugak Museum, and traditional performances such as pansori (epic chant) and talchum Korean actors and K-pop stars such as
(mask dance) can be enjoyed at the Seoul Namsan Gukakdang. In Jindo, Jeollanam- Kim Junsu and SHINee’s Key. In addition
do Province, you can go to the Jindo National Gugak Center for Jindo Arirang and to the small theaters in Daehangno,
folk performances like ganggangsullae (circle dance). Lastly, the National Intangible there are also musical-exclusive theaters
Heritage Center in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do Province, exhibits a wide range of traditional including Charlotte Theater, Blue
Korean instruments like the gayageum (twelve-stringed zither) and daego (big drum), Square, and D-Cube Arts Center.
and also stages performances.
• Jeongdong Theater www.jeongdong.or.kr • National Gugak Center www.gugak.go.kr
• Seoul Namsan Gukakdang www.hanokmaeul.or.kr • Jindo National Gugak Center jindo.gugak.go.kr
• National Intangible Heritage Center www.nihc.go.kr
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Cheorwon Korean Workers' Party

Eulji Observatory Headquarters

Chilseong Observatory

GYEONGGI-DO PROVINCE GANGWON-DO PROVINCE

The DMZ in Paju can be reached by an hour’s drive from Goseong, Cheorwon and Yanggu directly border North
Seoul. From the Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri, which offers a Korea, and are home to major DMZ tourism destinations
closer look at a nearby North Korean village, you can take a of Korea. Goseong is filled with places and venues

DMZ
gondola and see areas beyond the Imjingang River and the
Civilian Control Line (CCL). Additionally, with the help of the
latest virtual and augmented reality technology, DMZ Live,
opened in 2020, takes visitors on a lifelike journey into all
reminding visitors of the only divided country in the
world, such as the Goseong Unification Observation
Tower that showcases views of North Korea’s
Geumgangsan Mountain and the Haegeumgang Islets;

PEACE TOUR
the corners of the Korean Peninsula, including North Korea. Hwajinpo, where Rhee Syngman, South Korea’s 1st
The DMZ has several historically significant destinations, president, and Kim Il-sung, the founding leader of
including Panmunjeom, home to the Joint Security Area North Korea, had their cottages; and the DMZ Museum
where the original ceasefire agreement was drawn up and telling the history since Korea’s separation. Meanwhile,
a venue of inter-Korean summits; the Dorasan Station Cheorwon is the location of the DMZ Eco Peace Park,
within the Civilian Control which had been closed to the public for decades; the
Zone symbolizing peace and Korean Workers’ Party Headquarters, which still
THE KOREAN DEMILITARIZED ZONE, OR THE DMZ, RETAINS NOT ONLY THE LINGERING unification; and The 3rd bears traces of bombs from the Korean War; Woljeong-
MEMORIES OF THE KOREAN WAR SEVEN DECADES AGO BUT ALSO A PRISTINE ECOSYSTEM. Tunnel, which is located just ri Station, the station closest to the Southern Limit Line
THIS IS ONE OF THE MANY DESTINATIONS YOU MUST EXPLORE WHILE TRAVELING IN KOREA. 52 km from Seoul. (SLL); and the Cheorwon Peace Observatory offering
one-of-a-kind views into the DMZ and North Korea.
Lastly, Yanggu also offers unique opportunities to
China explore pristine natural landscapes alongside the
Dora Observatory remnants of the Korean War, including The 4th Tunnel,
North Korea
The 1953 Korean Armistice Agreement brought the which takes visitors as close as 100 m before the MDL;
DMZ East Sea Dutayeon Pool, which had been closed to the public for
war between the two Koreas to a halt, and a Military
North Korea
SOUTH KOREA
over half a century, and therefore called a repository
Japan Demarcation Line (MDL) was set up to divide the
of ecosystem; and Eulji Observatory, which serves as a
Korean Peninsula in half from the mouth of the
Military Demarcation Line (MDL) vantage point for the famed Geumgangsan Mountain.
Imjingang River on the west coast to Goseong, english.visitkorea.or.kr
Civilian Control Line (CCL) Gangwon-do, on the east. Stretching 2 km on both
sides of the MDL is the DMZ, where neither Koreas are
Civilian Control Zone allowed to station troops or weapons. It extends for

SOUTH KOREA
248 km east to west, occupying 907 km2, 5% of the
DMZ peninsula’s total landmass.
Gangwon-do
Yellow Sea Seoul
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Tongin Market 12

Seochon Village 13
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Gyeonghuigung Palace 16 Square
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17 Gwangjang Market 29 28 Dakhanmari Alley
Seoul Museum 20 Cheonggyecheon Stream
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Deoksugung Palace 18 26
19 Seoul City Hall
Dongdaemun
21 Myeong-dong Design Plaza (DDP)
Sungnyemun (Namdaemun) Gate

Jangchung-dong
Korea House Jokbal Street
22 Namdaemun Market
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25 Namsangol Hanok Village
Seoullo 7017 Namsan Cable Car

Seoul Station National Theater of Korea

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Namsan Park &
44 Namsan Seoul Tower
Bukhansan National Park

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Seodaemun Prison 43 Seoul Yangnyeong Market
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Constructed in 1395, this was the first palace
of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910). It is
the grandest of the 5 palaces in Seoul and
portrays the essence of the Korean royal
court culture. Palace walls contain working
quarters of the king and state officials, living
quarters, and Huwon (Secret) Garden, which
houses Gyeonghoeru, regarded as the
most beautiful pavilion of Korea. Also within
palace grounds are the National Palace
Museum, which displays relics of the Joseon
Dynasty, and the National Folk Museum,
where you can see the traditional lifestyle of
Korea.
www.royalpalace.go.kr
2 Changdeokgung Palace 창덕궁
This UNESCO World Heritage-designated
palace is the best-preserved palace of the
Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910). Originally
built as a secondary palace to the main
Gyeongbokgung Palace, it was designed
to embrace the topography. Its Huwon
Garden (or Secret Garden) was beautifully
landscaped to harmonize with the natural
setting. Held twice a year, the Moonlight
Tour lets visitors enjoy a guided tour of the
palace.
www.cdg.go.kr
3 Changgyeonggung Palace 창경궁
This palace was built in 1483 during the
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Joseon period (1392–1910). Although much
of it was lost or damaged during the Japanese
Invasions of Korea (1592) and the Japanese
colonial period, Myeongjeongjeon Hall, the
oldest wooden structure of Joseon, Daeonsil,
Korea’s first Western-style greenhouse, and
Honghwamun Gate, which was renovated
after it was damaged by fire, still remain.
Its great harmony with nature makes for a
beautiful photo spot. Special night hours are
operated between July and August.
cgg.cha.go.kr
4 Unhyeongung Palace 운현궁
This was the private residence of
Heungseon Daewongun, the father of
Emperor Gojong of the Daehan Empire
(1897–1910). As the place where the
matrimonial ceremony of Emperor
Gojong and Empress Myeongseong
was held, various traditional experience
programs such as wedding ceremonies,
tea ceremonies, and trying on hanbok
(traditional Korean clothing) are offered
for visitors. Yanggwan, its western-style
building, was featured on the Korean
drama The Guardian: the Lonely and Great God
as the main characters’ house.
www.unhyeongung.or.kr
5 Jongmyo Shrine 종묘
For over 500 years, Jongmyo Shrine has
kept the memorial tablets of the royal
CHANGING OF
THE ROYAL GUARDS
CEREMONY
수문장 교대 의식
During the Joseon era, royal guards
opened and closed the palace
gates and kept watch of people
entering and leaving the palace.
When it was time for the on-duty
guards to change shifts with the
new guards, a ceremony was held.
That very ceremony is re-enacted at
Deoksugung Palace’s Daehamun Gate
(daily except Mondays at 11 a.m. & 2
p.m.) and Gyeongbokgung Palace’s
Gwanghwamun Gate (daily except
Tuesdays at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.).
family of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910).
Jeongjeon, the main hall with a floor space
of 1,270 m2, is believed to be the world’s
largest wooden structure from the 14th
century. The Jongmyo Jerye ritual, including
ritual music and dance, has been held at
the shrine for over 600 years. The long
and careful preservation of the event led
to its designation as an Intangible Cultural
Heritage by UNESCO. A re-enactment of the
ritual ceremony is held every year on the
first Sunday of May.
jm.cha.go.kr
6 Ikseon-dong 익선동
A rather new “hot spot,” this neighborhood
was made famous for the hanok (traditional
Korean house)-style café street. Many
hanoks were renovated and repurposed
into unique cafés and restaurants. Due to
its quaint and cozy atmosphere, Ikseon-
dong is a popular date spot.
7 Insa-dong 인사동
This was where antiques and artworks
were traded during the olden days of
Korea. Today, it is a must-visit area among
tourists for its variety of traditional souvenirs
and Korean antiques. The small and cozy
alleyways are lined with galleries as well as
traditional tea houses, pubs and restaurants.
hiinsa.com
8  ational Museum of Modern and
N This neighborhood shows a unique balance
Contemporary Art, Seoul
국립현대미술관 서울
Opened in 2013, the exhibitions at this art
museum focus on contemporary art. With
facilities such as a digital information room,
multimedia hall and a movie theater, it also
serves as a cultural complex.
www.mmca.go.kr
9 Bukchon Hanok Village 북촌한옥마을
Meaning “North Village,” Bukchon
was named so for being located north
of Cheonggyecheon Stream and
Jongno, between Gyeongbokgung and
ROYAL PALACE PASS
궁궐통합관람권
This joint admission pass to the 4
major palaces (Gyeongbokgung,
Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung,
and Deoksugung) and Jongmyo
Shrine can be purchased at ticket
booths at any of the 5 locations.
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Changdeokgung Palaces. This was where 12 Tongin Market 통인시장
royals and high-ranking government This traditional market is best known for the
officials of the Joseon Dynasty lived. The Dosirak Café, which is a unique lunchbox
residences and alleys have been very well café where customers can buy coins called
preserved for more than 600 years. Please “yeopjeon” to use when buying food at the
keep in mind that Bukchon is an actual market to fill their lunch trays. Also inside
residential area. the market is a workshop where visitors can
bukchon.seoul.go.kr make wooden pencil holders or book ends
(fees apply; 20 minutes to 2 hours).
10 Samcheong-dong 삼청동 tonginmarket.modoo.at
between traditional hanoks and modern 13 Seochon Village 서촌마을
buildings. The streets and alleys are lined Visitors can see and feel both traditional
with cozy walkways, galleries, restaurants, and modern Korea in the alleys of Seochon.
museums, antique shops and more. Serenely charming hanoks, uniquely cozy
cafés, and many other young and trendy
11 C heong Wa Dae & Cheongwadae shops attract tourist all year long.
Sarangchae 청와대&청와대 사랑채
Cheong Wa Dae, or the Blue House, was
the official workplace and residence of
the president of the Republic of Korea
until May of 2022, serving the 19th
president. Upon the inauguration of the
20th president, the official workplace and
residence were relocated and Cheong Wa
Dae was opened to the public. Today, you
can make online reservations to tour the
actual presidential offices, residence and
garden. Cheongwadae Sarangchae exhibits
the history and presidents of Korea, and
also displays Korean cultures and travel
destinations. The souvenir shop has many
unique and traditional gifts.
• Cheong Wa Dae:
www.opencheongwadae.kr/eng
• Cheongwadae Sarangchae:
cwdsarangchae.kr
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 ational Museum of Korean Contemporary
History 대한민국역사박물관
This national museum displays and exhibits
the history of Korea from late 19th century
to the present. Exhibition Halls 1 through 4
are devoted to different eras, and there is
also a children’s museum that offers various
hands-on programs.
www.much.go.kr
15 Gwanghwamun Square 광화문광장
Located on Sejong-ro, the main street
that stretches through the center of the
country’s capital of more than 600 years,
is home to the statues of 2 of Korea’s most
praised heroes, King Sejong the Great and
Admiral Yi Sun-sin. To the Korean people,
especially residents of Seoul, this place
serves as a communication platform where
various events and gatherings are held.
gwanghwamun.seoul.go.kr
16 Gyeonghuigung Palace 경희궁
Built in 1617 as the house of King Taejo
Yi Seong-gye, the founder of the Joseon
Dynasty (1392–1910), Gyeonghuigung was a
secondary palace. It originally housed about
100 buildings, but most were damaged and
lost through the years, and today's palace
remains quiet and serene.
17 Seoul Museum of History
서울역사박물관
From the lifestyle, art and culture of the
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Joseon era to present day Seoul, this
museum located in downtown Seoul
displays the history of the city. A 1:1,500
scale model of the entire city of Seoul can
be seen at the museum.
museum.seoul.go.kr
18 Deoksugung Palace 덕수궁
The lavish yet elegant culture of the
Daehan Empire (1897–1910) can be seen
at this imperial palace. It shows a pleasing
combination of traditional Korean and
modern architectures like the Western-
style Seokjojeon Hall, where diplomatic
missions were greeted, and Jeonggwanheon
Pavilion, which served as the king’s rest area.
A changing of the royal guards ceremony is
held 3 times a day, and this is the only palace
in Seoul opened until 9 p.m. all year long.
www.deoksugung.go.kr
19 Seoul City Hall 서울시청
Completed in 2012, the new Seoul City Hall
is an atypical modern structure with glass
exterior. Its basement houses the Seoul
Citizens’ Hall and an open cultural space for
concerts and exhibitions. The still standing
original City Hall constructed in 1926 has
been transformed into the Seoul Library.
In front of City Hall is Seoul Plaza, where
many events are held all year round, and in
winter, it turns into an ice rink.
www.seoulcitizenshall.kr
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20 Cheonggyecheon Stream 청계천
This artificial stream stretches for 10.84 km
from the Gwanghwamun intersection in the
city center to the Seoul Yangnyeong Market
in Dongdaemun. Although originally a
natural stream, it was once filled and
paved to serve as a roadway, then through
a 3-year urban renewal project it was
HiKR Ground
하이커 그라운드
If and when in Seoul, near Cheonggye
Plaza, you can visit HiKR Ground for
a unique Korean culture experience.
Starting with the large media art wall on
the 1st floor, there is a K-pop experience
zone with various extended reality (XR)
studios where you can create your very
own music video. The 5 floors of HiKR
Ground allow visitors to sensually and
interactively see and experience Korea,
and also get tourist information.
hikr.visitkorea.or.kr
restored into today’s Cheonggyecheon
providing locals a pleasant place to rest.
Street performances and events are held at
the plaza and along the stream, and from
late-November to mid-December the Seoul
Lantern Festival lights up the stream.
www.sisul.or.kr/open_content/cheonggye
21 Myeong-dong 명동
This is a major shopping area in Seoul
especially known for its massive cluster
of cosmetic shops, and allies lined with
shops offering the latest trends, food carts
and more. Myeong-dong is also home to
the Nanta Theater, which stages Korea's
most famous non-verbal performance,
and Myeongdong Cathedral, a symbol of
Korean Catholicism built in 1898. English
Discover Seoul Pass
디스커버서울패스
This tour pass grants free admission
to the 4 major palaces and discounted
admission at theaters, museums, and
other participating tourist sites in
Seoul for 24, 48 or 72 hours.
www.discoverseoulpass.com
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mass on Sundays at 9 a.m.
Myeongdong Cathedral: www.mdsd.or.kr
22 Namdaemun Market 남대문시장
The nation’s oldest market which shares
Seoul’s 600-year history, is one of the most
popular traditional markets in Korea. A
universal provider of clothing, fruits and
vegetables, food and general merchandise,
Namdaemun also houses an imported
goods market that carries items hard to
find elsewhere. Hearty servings of kalguksu
(noodle soup) and galchi jorim (braised
cutlassfish) are sold in its many alleys.
www.namdaemunmarket.co.kr
23 Seoullo 7017 서울로 7017
An overpass constructed in 1970 was
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transformed into a pedestrian linear park in
2017 that stretches from above Seoul Station
to the Namsan area. This “floating park”
houses mini gardens, libraries, rest areas,
souvenir shops and tourist information
centers, and it is connected to major tourist
areas such as Namdaemun Market and
Hanyangdoseong Seoul City Wall.
parks.seoul.go.kr/template/sub/seoullo7017.do
24 Namsan Park & Namsan Seoul Tower
남산공원&남산서울타워
Visitors can walk or take the cable car up to
the top of Namsan Park for a magnificent
view of Seoul. The park’s Namsan Seoul
Tower is a multicultural space housing
restaurants, coffee shops, museums, and
more. Especially popular is the restaurant
at the topmost level which makes a full
360° rotation to offer great views of the city
as guests enjoy their meal.
www.seoultower.co.kr
25 Namsangol Hanok Village
남산골한옥마을
This hanok (traditional Korean house) village
was constructed by relocating 5 traditional
houses that were scattered throughout
Seoul. Experience programs such as trying
on hanbok (traditional Korean clothing)
and traditional arts & crafts are offered
throughout the village. Visitors can request
tours guided by cultural commentators.
www.hanokmaeul.or.kr
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동대문디자인플라자(DDP) Korean Army while the younger brother is a
This free-form architectural masterpiece soldier of the North Korean Army.
was designed by the late Zaha Hadid. Opened www.warmemo.or.kr
in 2014, DDP has quickly become the most
iconic landmark of the Korean design industry. 33 National Museum of Korea
It consists of exhibition halls, museums, shops, 국립중앙박물관

restaurants, coffee shops, display areas, and
much more. Every March and October, the
DDP hosts Seoul Fashion Week, and many
other cultural events and programs are held
throughout the year.
www.ddp.or.kr
27 Dongdaemun Fashion Town
동대문패션타운
This is a large fashion town where modern
shopping malls and traditional markets
coexist. Dongdaemun Fashion Town is open
24 hours, making it an excellent place for
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chicken with scallions, potatoes, rice
cakes, and various other ingredients. Each
restaurant uses its own special broth and
dipping sauce. The chicken, which is usually
and restaurants. Daehangno (also spelled
Daehakro or Daehak-ro) is also home to
Hakrim Dabang, coffee shop established in
1956. Today, it is an “antique” coffee shop
With more than 3 million people visiting every
year, the exhibitions of more than 12,000
relics include artifacts from the prehistoric
era to the modern times, as well as items and
materials regarding Asian history. Except for
special exhibits, admission is free, and right
next door is the National Hangeul Museum,
which exhibits hangeul, the UNESCO-
acknowledged Korean writing system.
www.museum.go.kr
34 Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil Road
신사동 가로수길

late night shopping. Malls such as Doota,
Migliore, and Hello apm sell the latest trends,
as well as original designs by local designers.
www.dft.co.kr
28 Dongdaemun Dakhanmari Alley
동대문닭한마리골목
Dakhanmari, which literally means “whole
chicken,” is made by boiling a whole
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF
THE HANGANG PARKS
한강공원 즐기기
These riverside parks located along
Seoul’s Hangang River offer various
water activities in summer, and are
equipped with basketball courts,
baseball parks, skating facilities,
running tracks, and much more.
Many events and festival are held
throughout the year. Locals enjoy
camping or picnicking at the parks.
pre-boiled to remove excess fat, is cooked
right at the table, and you can add noodles
at the end for a hearty noodle soup. The
dipping sauce is usually made by mixing
spicy red paste, vinegar, soy sauce, Korean
mustard, and crushed garlic. If you like
spicy food, you can add hot chili peppers or
kimchi when boiling.
29 Gwangjang Market 광장시장
With a history of more than 100 years, this
traditional market is better known among
younger generations for its delicious array
of foods. The more popular menus include
nokdujeon (mung bean pancake), yukhoe (beef
tartare) and mayak gimbap (mini rice rolls).
www.kwangjangmarket.co.kr
30 Daehangno 대학로
This area is known as the heart and core
of the Korean performing arts. Along with
a great number of theaters, there are also
many museums, galleries, coffee shops
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popular among younger generations.
31 Itaewon 이태원
With the formation of a residential area
near the U.S. army base in the 1950s, the
development of a commercial area naturally
followed. Today, Itaewon is a multicultural
area favored by foreign tourists and locals
alike. Popular streets in the area include
Gyeongnidan-gil, which is lined with
restaurants and bars offering international
cuisines, and the antique furniture streets
around Hamilton Hotel.
32 War Memorial of Korea 전쟁기념관
Wars fought during Korea’s 5,000-year
history are remembered here. Some 9,000
relics and artifacts can be seen inside and
outside the memorial. Special attention
was given to the Korean War (1950–1953),
and the outdoor sculpture of 2 brothers
hugging each other is especially popular
and symbolic. The older brother with the
This has been a popular spot for decades
for its cozy yet trendy atmosphere. Many
unique shops, designer clothing stores,
delicious restaurants and cafés are lined
along this tree-lined road.
35 Apgujeong Rodeo Street
압구정 로데오거리
Apgujeong’s fashion and beauty district is
especially popular among young women.
From the luxury brands at the Galleria
Department Store to unique boutiques,
Apgujeong is a hip and luxurious cluster
of shops, beauty salons, and skin care and
cosmetic surgery clinics.
36 Cheongdam-dong Luxury Streets
청담동 명품거리
This is a high-end neighborhood filled with
famous designer shops, restaurants, coffee
shops, hair salons and skin care clinics with
star studded clientele. The area is home
to the Luxury Brands Street and K-Star
Road. The Seoul branch of 10 Corso Como,
a shopping and dining complex, and Boon
the Shop, a major concept store, are also
located in the area.
37 Seolleung & Jeongneung Royal Tombs
서울 선릉과 정릉
These are the tombs of King Seongjong, the
9th king of the Joseon era, and his queen
(Seolleung), and King Jungjong the 11th
king of Joseon (Jeongneung). The forest
surrounding the tombs has been very well
maintained and serves as a park.
royaltombs.cha.go.kr
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38 Coex 코엑스
Housing a convention center, trade center,
hotels, shopping malls, and much more, this
multipurpose complex offers everything
from shopping to business and cultural
experiences. The Starfield Library wows
visitors with its 13 m-high floor-to-ceiling
bookshelf. The underground shopping
center is home to many international
brand shops, designer shops, trending
restaurants, performing arts venues, and
an aquarium. Another famous feature
of Coex is "Wave," a grand LED signage
screen, the size of 4 basketball courts,
hanging above the entrance.
www.coex.co.kr
39 Lotte World 롯데월드
This indoor + outdoor amusement park with
more than 40 rides is located in downtown
Seoul. The daily parades, which are held
twice a day, and various performances
throughout the park attract large crowds all
year-round.
adventure.lotteworld.com
40 Lotte World Tower 롯데월드타워
Completed in December of 2016, this
123 floored 555-meter-high building is
the highest in Korea and 5th highest in
the world. Seoul Sky, the observatory on
the Tower’s top floors (117 to 123), offers
exceptional views of the city with the glass
floors of its Sky Deck providing a chilling
experience. The tower houses a department
store, duty-free shop, restaurants, coffee
shops convention halls and more.
www.lwt.co.kr
• Seoul Sky:
seoulsky.lotteworld.com
41 Seongsu-dong 성수동
One of the hottest places in Seoul used to
be known for handmade shoes. Although
the district's industrial heritage can still
be seen around the neighborhood, the
Seongsu-dong of recent years has seen
an influx of trendy cafés, restaurants, and
pop-up stores in the old buildings of the
area. Common Ground, a hip and trendy
shopping mall, is a collection of nearly 200
container lots in the Konkuk University area
that draws great crowds of Seoul's young
trendsetters.
42 Sindang-dong Tteokbokki Town
신당동떡볶이타운
Tteokbokki (spicy rice cake) is made by stir-
frying rice cake, fishcake and vegetables
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dong, tteokbokki is cooked right on the
table with dumplings and hard boiled eggs.
The last bit of sauce can be mixed with a
bowl of rice.
43 Seoul Yangnyeong Market
서울약령시장
This is Korea’s largest medicinal herbs
market where more than 50% of the
country’s medicinal herbs are distributed
from. The Seoul K-Med Center within the
market houses a Korean medicinal herbs
experience area, a Korean medicinal
herbs beauty shop and more. Experience
programs include cooking, aroma therapy,
foot baths, and acupuncture.
kmedi.ddm.go.kr
44 Bukhansan National Park
북한산국립공원
Bukhansan Mountain is often dubbed
“the lung of Seoul.” Easily accessible by
public transportation, many locals head
to Bukhansan for a weekend hike. The
Bukhansan Dulle-gil Trail on the foothills is
a popular trekking course for beginners.
bukhan.knps.or.kr
45 Seodaemun Prison History Hall
서대문형무소역사관
This was a prison used to incarcerate
Korean independence activists and
prodemocracy activists. It was restored to
serve as a museum that documents and
remembers the imprisonment, torture and
pain Korea's ancestors had to endure.
sphh.sscmc.or.kr
46 Sinchon & Idae Streets 신촌이대거리
Sinchon refers to the area across from
Yonsei University, dotted with trendy shops
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and delicious eateries and pub. The area
in front of the Ewha Womans University is
called "Idae," and is home to clothing stores,
cosmetics shops, and nail & beauty salons.
47 Gyeongui Line Forest Park 경의선숲길
An old railway was transformed into a linear
park welcoming street performances and
young crowds enjoying a drink or a picnic.
The streets and alleys around the park are
dotted with many restaurants, pubs and
coffee shops.
48 Hongdae Streets 홍대거리
The young and hip streets around Hongik
University are referred to as "Hongdae."
The streets are filled with live theaters,
clubs, restaurants and street performances,
and the weekend market also attracts large
crowds of people.
49 Sangsu-dong & Hapjeong-dong
Café Streets 상수동 · 합정동 카페거리
The shops and atmosphere of Hongdae
have spread to surrounding neighborhoods
like Sangsu-dong and Hapjeong-dong.
Unique and cozy coffee shops, restaurants,
clothing and other shops attract many
visitors all year long.
50 Mangnidan-gil & Mangwon Market
망리단길 · 망원시장
Mangnidan-gil was recently named
so by combining Mangwon-dong, the
neighborhood where Mangnidan-gil
is situated, and Itaewon’s famous
Gyeongnidan-gil. Many trendy and unique
restaurants, coffee shops and shops are
lined along the streets. Another very popular
place in the neighborhood is Mangwon
Market for its delicious array of foods.
51 Seoul World Cup Stadium
서울월드컵경기장
This was the main stadium for the 2002 World
Cup. Today it is the home field of the Korean
national soccer team, and also hosts various
concerts and events. The complex also
houses shopping facilities and a multiplex.
www.sisul.or.kr
52 World Cup Park 월드컵공원
To celebrate the 2002 World Cup, an old
landfill was turned into an eco-friendly park.
It is divided into 5 smaller parks including
Pyeonghwa Park, Haneul Park, and Noeul
Park, all of which offer great views of the city
and relaxing walks amid nature.
parks.seoul.go.kr
53 Seoul Botanical Park 서울식물원
The first urban botanical garden in Seoul
opened its doors in May of 2019. Housing
forests, gardens, a lake, a wetland, a
greenhouse and more on a space 70 times
the size of a soccer field, visitors can see
a great variety of plant species, including
endangered and native plants, and take
leisurely walks around the lake. Seoul
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Botanical Park won the 2021 Asia-Pacific
Landscape Award.
botanicpark.seoul.go.kr
54 Yeouido Hangang Park
여의도 한강공원
Located near the National Assembly
building, this riverside park is a popular
rest area among locals. Visitors can enjoy
ferry rides on the river, and seasonal events
like the Spring Flower Festival and the
Seoul International Fireworks Festival in
fall, and marathons.
hangang.seoul.go.kr
55 The Hyundai Seoul 더현대서울
Located in Yeouido, the political and financial
center of Korea, this is the largest shopping
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complex in Seoul opened in 2021. With a
high glass ceiling and column-less spacious
interior, visitors can pleasantly look around
and shop famous international brands. In
addition to shopping, it hosts various art
exhibitions and pop-up events. Sounds
Forest, the more than 3,300 m2 indoor
garden on the 5th floor, is a popular photo
spot, and IFC Mall, which is connected on
the underground floor, features many SPA
(Specialty retailer of Private label Apparel)
brands from around the world.
www.thehyundaiseoul.com
56 63 Square 63스퀘어
This popular tourist destination has become
a symbol of Yeouido. The art gallery on the
60th floor also serves as an observatory
(63 Art) offering superb views of Seoul. It
also houses an aquarium (Aqua Planet 63),
restaurants, and many other facilities.
www.63art.co.kr
SEOUL INTERNATIONAL
FIREWORKS FESTIVAL
서울세계불꽃축제
This is a major festival of Seoul held
annually between September and
October. Extravagant fireworks
and music create an unforgettably
beautiful show. Food trucks and flea
markets are operated during the
festival and visitors can bring their
own tent or blankets to relax on the
lawn.
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 Hugging the capital city, Incheon and Gyeonggi-do are easily
accessible by public transportation from Seoul, and are home to
numerous tourist sites. Incheon is a port city located west of Seoul. Its
port, which opened in 1883, was Korea’s window to the outside world INCHEON SUWON GAPYEONG
and traces of its 100+ year-history can still be seen around Incheon's CITY TOUR BUS
Chinatown. Being the only divided country in the world, DMZ tourism
is very popular among locals and tourists alike. Gyeonggi-do, which is the province hugging Seoul, is an
attractive region known for its history, art and nature. It is home to amusement parks, drama/movie sets
and much, much more.

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Hantangang Tourist Area

38 Herb Island
1 Panmunjeom

The 3rd Tunnel 2 37 Pocheon Art Valley

Dorasan Station 3 4 Camp Greaves
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Imjingak &
Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
zed Zone (DMZ)
Demilitari Jaraseom Island

Ganghwa Dolmen Site 9

Provence Village
7 Heyri Art Valley
Gangwon-do
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Odusan Unification Uijeongbu Budaejjigae Streets 36 35 34 The Garden of Morning Calm
Observatory
Korea National Arboretum
Seongmodo Incheon 33 Petite France
Island 100

8 KINTEX

Jeondeungsa Temple
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400 Gimpo Int’l Airport
31 East Nine Royal Tombs
Seoul 32 Dumulmeori

Yeongjongdo Incheon Starfield Hanam

Island
Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village Namhansanseong
12 Fortress
13 National Museum
Incheon Int’l Airport of Modern and 24 Namhansanseong Baeksuk
14 15 Chinatown Contemporary Art, Gwacheon (Whole Chicken Soup) Street
Paradise City 11 Wolmido 16 Singi Market
Island 22
18 21 23 Moran Traditional
5-day Market
Gwangmyeong Cave Seoul Grand Park
17 Songdo & Seoul Land
International City 52

Yeongneung &
Nyeongneung Royal Tombs
Yellow Sea

INCHEON &
Suwon Nammun Market 20 Nam June Paik Everland & 30
Art Center 25 Caribbean Bay Ye's Park
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26 Sagimakgol Ceramics Yeoju
Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon
27 Korean Folk Village Village Dojasesang
Daebudo Island

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1 Panmunjeom 판문점
Also referred to as the Joint Security Area
(JSA), this is a place within the Demilitarized
Zone (DMZ) where inter-Korea talks are
held. Tours are offered through authorized
travel agencies only. Individual tours are
not allowed.
www.dmzguide.co.kr
2 The 3rd Tunnel 제3땅굴
An infiltration tunnel dug by North Korea
to the southern side of the DMZ, this tunnel
was discovered in 1978. Visitors can walk
or take the train through the 1-hour long
tour of the tunnel. Individual tours are not
allowed.
3 Dorasan Station 도라산역
Located within a restricted area, this
northernmost station in South Korea
symbolizes peace and unification.
Although trains are not operated to nor
from the station, the platform is open to
visitors.
4 Camp Greaves 캠프 그리브스
This was a former US army base located
within the restricted area. After the
withdrawal of US military forces, the base
was renovated into a DMZ experience zone
with lodging facilities. The Korean drama
Descendants of the Sun was filmed here.
dmzcamp131.or.kr
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5 Imjingak & Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
임진각&평화누리
This DMZ tourism site is open to all visitors
without any form of admission process.
North Korea can be seen from Imjingak,
and various works of art dedicated to peace
and unification of the Koreas can be seen
throughout the park.
www.ggtour.or.kr
6 Odusan Unification Observatory
오두산통일전망대
This observatory offers close views of the
North, and on a clear day, visitors can see as
far as North Korea’s Songaksan Mountain.
The building also houses an exhibition area
featuring items and cultures of North Korea.
www.jmd.co.kr
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7 Heyri Art Village 헤이리 예술마을
A diverse community of artists that includes
architects, writers, painters, and musicians,
formed this cozy village. They opened
the doors to their personal workshops
and studios offering various hands-
on programs, and there are also many
galleries, theaters, coffee shops and more.
www.heyri.net
8 KINTEX 킨텍스
This is an international exhibition facility
with an area of about 100,000 m2. A great
number of local and international events
and conferences, including the biannual
Seoul Motor Show, are held here.
www.kintex.com
9 Ganghwa Dolmen Site
강화 고인돌유적
Containing 40 to 50% of the world's
dolmens, this site shows the development
history of megalithic culture through more
than 160 table-shaped dolmens.
www.ganghwa.go.kr
10 Jeondeungsa Temple 전등사
Estimated to have been built in 381, this is one
of the oldest temples in Korea. Jeondeungsa's
templestay program includes baru gongyang
(formal monastic meal), tea ceremony with
monks, and the 108 prostrations.
www.jeondeungsa.org
11 Paradise City 파라다이스 시티
Located on Yeongjongdo Island and
connected via maglev to the Incheon
International Airport, Paradise City is
comprised of a 5-star hotel, club, indoor
theme park, shopping facilities and more.
It is also famous for its casino, the largest
in Korea and exclusively for foreigners, and
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the high-end The Spa at Paradise. What
makes Paradise City even more fascinating
and interesting are the over 2,700 works of
contemporary art.
www.p-city.com
12 Yeongjongdo Island 영종도
Connected to the mainland by
Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge, this island is
home to the Incheon International Airport.
Also located in Yeongjongdo is Paradise
City, a resort complex that includes
restaurants, a hotel, a casino, a convention
center and more.
yeongjong-do.co.kr
13 Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village
송월동 동화마을
With the opening of the Incheon Port, this
area had become a residential area for
foreigners. Today it has been transformed
into a fairy tale-themed village with murals
and paintings of world-famous fairy tales
like “Snow White” and “Cinderella” as well
as Korean folk tales.
14 Wolmido Island 월미도
Located near Incheonhang Port, this used
to be an island now connected to the
mainland. The amusement park famous for
the DJ-operated ride, and the observatory
at Wolmi Park that offers great views of
the port attract large crowds of visitors
all year long. A great number of seafood
restaurants are lined along the coast.
wolmi-do.co.kr
15 Chinatown 차이나타운
This more than 130-year-old town begins
at the Chinese-style gate and continues
on through the streets illuminated by the
red lanterns of shops and restaurants.
Chinatown is best known as the birthplace
of Korea’s famous jjajangmyeon (noodles in
black bean sauce).
ic-chinatown.co.kr
16 Singi Market 신기시장
Visitors can buy old Korean coins, called
“singitongbo” (10 for 5,000won), to use at
affiliated vendors in the market. Snacks like
dak gangjeong (glazed fried chicken bites),
hotteok (sugar-filled griddlecakes), and eomuk
(fishcakes) are especially popular, and on
weekends, the Dokkaebi Playground night
market welcomes visitors with performances,
a flea market, games and more.
INCHEON & GYEONGGI-DO
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17 Songdo International City temporary palace), and the Paldalmun,
송도국제도시 Hwaseomun and Janganmun gates.
Songdo is known for its towering skyscrapers Various experience programs are offered
and large shopping malls, and as filming throughout the fortress.
locations of popular Korean dramas like the www.swcf.or.kr
Descendants of the Sun and Guardian: The Lonely
and Great God. Central Park is a well-known 20 Suwon Nammun Market
landmark offering opportunities for water 수원남문시장
activities, such as kayaking and boating, This traditional market of more than 200
and its observation deck offers beautiful years offers much more than just shopping.
views of the sunset and the glittering night Visitors can experience various cultural
skyline. Songdo is also home to the Tri-Bowl, and traditional programs such as gilding.
a unique building that looks like 3 ceramic Dumplings and blood sausages are among
bowls joined together, that serves as a the popular foods, and the food trucks are
culture and art space offering performances, also popular.
educational programs, exhibitions and more. grand.ggtour.or.kr
18 Gwangmyeong Cave 광명동굴
This cave-themed park was formerly a gold
mine. Visitors can learn about the history
of the cave, write wishes on Golden Road,
touch and see gold bars at the Golden
Palace, make wine at the Wine Cave, and
much more.
www.gm.go.kr/cv
19 Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon 수원화성
Established in the late 18th century,
Hwaseong is a UNESCO World Heritage
site highly regarded for its scientific
structure and architectural beauty. With
a total length of 6 km, within it are many
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21 Seoul Grand Park & Seoul Land
서울대공원&서울랜드
Comprised of a zoo and a botanical garden,
Seoul Grand Park is located next to Seoul
Land, an amusement park especially popular
among families with young children for the
many rides. Flower festivals, a water gun
festival, light shows and many other events
and programs are held throughout the year.
grandpark.seoul.go.kr
www.seoulland.co.kr
22  ational Museum of Modern &
N As the largest amusement park in Korea,
Contemporary Art, Gwacheon
국립현대미술관 과천
The Gwacheon branch of the museum
features an extensive collection of artworks
from Korea and around the world. The
museum houses an outdoor sculpture park
and a walking trail, and the Seoul Grand Park
and Seoul Land are located very close by.
www.mmca.go.kr
23 Moran Traditional 5-day Market
모란민속5일장
This is a very popular market often featured
on news segments to show the holiday
mood on Seollal and Chuseok. On days
when the market is closed, the site serves as
a public parking lot, and on dates that end
with the number “4” and “9,” it turns into a
marketplace that is also famous for foods like
kalguksu (noodle soup), pajeon (green onion
pancake) and jokbal (pig's feet).
24 Namhansanseong Fortress 남한산성
This fortress city of the Joseon Dynasty
(1392–1910) was built to protect Hanyang,
the capital city, and to serve as the
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temporary capital during times of war.
From the early 7th century to the 19th
century, it went through many expansions
and reconstructions. Today, 4 walking trails
and restaurants in the nearby area attract
many visitors, and experience programs
like traditional archery are offered at the
Haenggung Temporary Palace.
www.gg.go.kr/namhansansung-2
25 Everland & Caribbean Bay
에버랜드&캐리비안베이
Everland is full of fun and exciting rides
and activities. The park’s T-Express, which
is one of the world’s most thrilling wooden
roller coasters, Lost Valley, a wild safari on
an amphibious bus, year-round festivals
and daily parades attract plenty of visitors.
Its water park, Caribbean Bay is equipped
with wet and wild rides like the Wave Pool,
River Way, spa baths and more. Every year
between March and April, some 1.2 million
tulips fill the park for the annual Tulip
Festival.
www.everland.com
26 Nam June Paik Art Center
백남준아트센터
Dedicated to Nam June Paik, Korean-
American artist considered the founder
of media art, the Center was built as his
permanent home where Paik’s art and spirit
lives on. The Center's collection includes
more than 240 works, and a video archive
of more than 2,200 works. It also offers
various seminars and workshops on video
art and Nam June Paik.
njp.ggcf.kr
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27 Korean Folk Village 한국민속촌
This park recreated a village of the
Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910). Exhibits,
taverns selling traditional foods, and
experience programs such as trying on
hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) found
throughout the village provide visitors an
opportunity to travel back in time. There
is also a “haunted train” based on an old
Korean folktale.
koreanfolk.co.kr
KOREAN TRADITIONAL
CERAMICS
한국의 도자기
The rich soil and clean waters of
Icheon and Yeoju make these cities
ideal for producing quality ceramics.
Both regions offer various programs
and events for visitors.
Sagimakgol Ceramics Village allows
visitors to tour ceramic studios and
kilns, and try their hands at making
their own ceramic.
Yeoju Dojasesang showcases and
sells more than 6,000 works. And Ye's
Park, the largest ceramic arts village
in Korea housing nearly 170 ceramic
studios, hosts the Icheon Ceramics
Festival every year.
• Icheon Ceramics Festival:
www.ceramic.or.kr
28 Waujeongsa Temple 와우정사
This temple was built as a prayer for peace
and unification of the two Koreas. The 12
m-long statue of the laying Buddha, and
the Golden Bell (or Unification Bell) that
announced the opening of the 1988 Seoul
Olympic Games are very popular attractions
of the temple.
29 Dae Jang Geum Park 용인대장금파크
A great number of Korean period dramas,
including Dae Jang Geum (a.k.a. Jewel in the
Palace) and Moon Embracing the Sun, as well
as other TV programs and movies were
filmed here. The park consists of experience
zones where visitors can try on traditional
clothing and take pictures, an Oriental tea
house, souvenir shops and more.
djgpark.imbc.com
30 Y eongneung & Nyeongneung Royal
Tombs 여주 영릉과 영릉
Yeongneung is the tomb of King Sejong
the Great, the 4th and most praised king of
the Joseon Dynasty, and his queen, Queen
Soheon. Located close by, Nyeongneung is
the tomb of King Hyojong, the 17th king of the
Dynasty, and his queen, Queen Inseon. The
700 m-long pine trail between the 2 tombs is
referred to as the “King’s Forest Trail.”
royaltombs.cha.go.kr
31 East Nine Royal Tombs 동구릉
The largest burial ground in Korea consists
of 9 royal tombs including that of King Taejo
(1335–1408, r. 1392–1398), founder of
Joseon. These tombs are surrounded by
pleasant forestry and walking trails.
royaltombs.cha.go.kr
32 Dumulmeori 두물머리
Literally “head of two waters,” this is
where the Bukhangang and Namhangang
rivers meet. It used to be a ferry dock, but
currently it is closed off and designated a
water source protection zone. The nearly
400-year-old zelkova tree and the early
morning fog create a beautiful sight.
33 Petite France 쁘띠프랑스
This village was themed after Antoine de
Saint-Exupéry’s novel, The Little Prince.
Visitors can experience French culture, and
many of the shops sell various European-
style items. The Korean drama My Love from
the Star was filmed here.
www.pfcamp.com
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34 The Garden of Morning Calm
아침고요수목원 JARASUM INTERNATIONAL
Twenty differently themed gardens, JAZZ FESTIVAL
including a Korean-style garden, are 자라섬국제재즈페스티벌
housed on 330,000 m2 of land. Every year
from December through March, during World-famous jazz musicians are
the cold flowerless winter, the garden invited to one of Korea’s most famous
transforms into a bright and colorful annual music festivals. Hosting the
festival of lights. 19th festival in October of 2022,
www.morningcalm.co.kr during the festival, the entire
Jaraseom Island is filled with jazz.
35 Korea National Arboretum www.jarasumjazz.com
국립수목원
This national arboretum is situated within
Gwangneung Forest, a UNESCO biosphere
reserve zone. The Arboretum contains close
to 20 gardens including flower gardens,
the Rare & Endemic Plants Garden and the
Aquatic Plants Garden, as well as walking
trails, lakes and more. Online reservations
are required.
www.kna.go.kr 39 Hantangang Tourist Area
한탄강관광지
36 Uijeongbu Budaejjigae Streets Located by the Hantangang River, this
의정부 부대찌개거리 tourist area consists of a camping ground,
Budaejjigae, which literally means "army an outdoor stage, a soccer field, and more.
base stew, is a hearty stew made with The river is especially popular for white
canned ham, sausages, baked beans, water rafting, and the Hantangang River
gochujang and various other ingredients. It volcanic field was designated a UNESCO
originated near a US army base in Uijeongbu, Global Geopark in 2020 for its unique and
where during the Korean War canned goods outstanding volcanic landforms associated
were easy to get. with basaltic fluvial system.
www.hantan.co.kr
37 Pocheon Art Valley 포천아트밸리
An abandoned quarry was transformed
into a comprehensive, eco-friendly cultural
space that combines nature with culture
and the arts. A video media façade is
displayed on the quarry’s granite rocks,
and there is also a water performance area
that takes advantage of the echoing quarry.
A monorail runs to the highest point of the
park, and visitors can exchange their tickets
for coins to play video games.
artvalley.pocheon.go.kr
38 Herb Island 허브아일랜드
This herb-themed park houses a vast
outdoor garden, a herb museum where
herbs can be seen all year-round, a healing
center that offers massages and baths, a
restaurant, lodging facilities and more.
There is also an experience center where
visitors can make cosmetic products, soaps,
wines and other products using herbs. The
park also hosts various festivals.
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BUSAN
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Busan Cinema Center 9

Shinsegae Centum City 8 Haeundae Beach
Sea Life Busan Aquarium

Busan X the Sky

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Suyeongman Yachting Center 7 2 3

Hwangnyeongsan Observatory 11 1 4
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The Bay 101 6
12 Jeonpo Café Streets Blue Line Park
Seomyeon 1 Beonga 13 10 5
Gwangalli Beach Dongbaekseom Island &
Nurimaru APEC House
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14 History Museum of Joseon Tongsinsa

15 UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea

Gukje Market &

Bupyeong Kkangtong Market
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Gamcheon 16 Busan Tower
19 Culture 18
Village BIFF Plaza

21 Huinnyeoul Culture Village

20 Busan Air Cruise

22 Taejongdae Park

3km 6km
N

23 Beomeosa Temple
In Busan, the 2nd largest city and best known port city of Korea,
visitors can enjoy a fun and tasty tour. The city’s traditional
24 Geumjeongsanseong Village
markets boast a delicious array of dishes, and the beaches of
Busan, which are among the most popular in Korea, are lined
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple 25 with fancy skyscrapers. Busan hosts Asia’s best film festival, the
Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), and
many other festivals like a fireworks festival,
CENTRAL a beach festival and more throughout the
BUSAN year.
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“largest department store.” In addition to

the department store, it also houses an
ice rink, spa facilities, a kid’s park, resort
facilities and more.
www.shinsegae.com

9 Busan Cinema Center 영화의전당

As the host city of the Busan International
Film Festival (BIFF) and backdrop for many
movies and dramas, Busan is dubbed the 10 ⓒBusan Tourism Organization 12
"film town" of Korea. Featuring a huge LED
screened roof the size of 2.5 soccer fields,
the Center is the main venue for BIFF, hosting
its opening and closing ceremonies. It also
hosts movie screenings, concerts, musicals
and other events throughout the year.
www.dureraum.org

10 Gwangalli Beach 광안리해수욕장

4 ⓒBusan Tourism Organization
1 Haeundae Beach 해운대해수욕장
This representative beach of Busan is
dotted with fancy skyscrapers and luxury
hotels. During the hot days of summer, the
entire beach is covered by colorful beach
umbrellas and crowded with vacationers.
sunnfun.haeundae.go.kr
2 Sea Life Busan Aquarium
Sea Life 부산아쿠아리움
This huge aquarium consists of
approximately 10,000 specimens of more
than 250 species. Its 80 m undersea tunnel
provides a spectacular sight, and the touch
pool is especially popular among children.
www.visitsealife.com/busan
3 Busan X the Sky 부산엑스더스카이
This observatory is located on the 100th
floor of Haeundae LCT Landmark Tower,
the 2nd tallest building in Korea. It offers
exceptional views of the beach and
downtown Busan, and you can also walk on
the glass-floored Shocking Bridge.
www.busanxthesky.com
4 Blue Line Park 해운대블루라인파크
the Beach Train or Sky Capsule along the
coast and enjoy beautiful views of the
beaches of Haeundae. The round trip takes
about 1 hour.
www.bluelinepark.com
5  ongbaekseom Island &
D 신세계 센텀시티
Nurimaru APEC House
동백섬&누리마루 APEC하우스
Located near Haeundae Beach, this island
offers great views of Busan’s shoreline and
nearby islands. Nurimaru APEC House,
where the 2005 APEC Summit was held, has
become a symbol of the island that still hosts
many international meetings and events.
www.busan.go.kr
6 The Bay 101 더베이101
Offering the best nightscapes of the
vibrant and elegant Marine City, this fancy
skyscraper houses several dining options
including a hot and trendy rooftop bar.
Yacht tours are also available with prior
reservation.
www.thebay101.com
7 Suyeongman Yachting Center
and the 1988 Seoul Olympic Summer
Games, the Center still hosts many yacht
competitions and festivals. Yacht tours are
also offered.
8 Shinsegae Centum City
This shopping complex was listed on the
Guinness World Records in 2009 as the
Dotted with trendy and cozy cafés and
restaurants, Gwangalli Beach is a hot spot
among the young. At night, some 16,000
LED lights illuminate the 7.4 km-long
Gwangandaegyo Bridge making it a major
night-time attraction of the city. The Busan
Fireworks Festival is held at the bridge
every October.
www.suyeong.go.kr
11 Hwangnyeongsan Observatory
황령산 전망대
Housing a beacon fire station of the
Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) used for
military signaling, the observatory atop
Hwangnyeongsan Mountain offers
beautiful city views. The mountain is
popular for night hiking.
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12 Jeonpo Café Streets 전포 카페거리
Originally an area known for selling
industrial and manufacturing supplies,
many of the shops were renovated into
unique and cozy coffee shops and trendy
stores. The area was included in New York
Times' “52 Places to Go in 2017.”
13 Seomyeon 1 Beonga 서면1번가
As one of the busiest areas of Busan, young
and energetic crowds fill the coffee shops,
theaters, pubs and streets of the area. The
Seomyeon Station underground shopping
center is clustered with cosmetics, clothing,
and many other shops.
14 History Museum of Joseon Tongsinsa
조선통신사역사관
After the Japanese Invasions of Korea
(1592–1598), Joseon tongsinsa, goodwill
missions in charge of cultural exchange,
were dispatched to Japan from 1607 to
1811. This museum exhibits the history of
the tongsinsa.
www.tongsinsa.com
15 UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea
재한유엔기념공원

A tourist attraction created by redeveloping 수영만 요트경기장 Built in 1951, this is the only cemetery in
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flags of the 22 UN member nations that
participated in the Korean War (1950–1953)
are hoisted in the garden along with the UN
flag. There is also a memorial hall.
unmck.or.kr
16 Busan Diamond Tower
부산다이아몬드타워
The newly renovated tower stands 120
m at the center of Yongdusan Park. It
features a media gallery, VR telescopes
and restaurants, and also hosts various
events and performances. Visitors can take
the escalator at Gwangbok-ro Culture and
Fashion Street and enjoy fascinating views
of Taejongdae, Oryukdo Islands and the
surrounding waters of Busan.
busantower_official
17  ukje Market & Bupyeong
G Movie theaters are clustered here, and
Kkangtong Market 국제시장 · 깡통시장
These are among the most famous
traditional markets in Busan. Gukje
Market is the largest among them famous
for its foods and foreign goods alleys.
Meaning “international,” it got its name
for selling foreign goods and supplies
that came in through the port of Busan
(gukje means "international"). Today's
market is especially popular for the wide
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selection of foods such as eomuk (fishcake),
danpatjuk (sweet red bean porridge),
and ssiat hotteok (sugar-filled seeded
griddlecake). The nearby Bupyeong
Kkangtong Market became famous for
selling canned goods that made their way
out of the US army base (kkangtong means
"tin can" in Korean). It was the first market
in Korea to establish a permanent night
market in 2013 offering food and snacks
from around the world. Last but definitely
not least, Jagalchi Market is the largest
fish market in Korea selling both live and
dried seafood.
www.gukjemarket.co.kr
www.bupyeong-market.com
www.bisco.or.kr/jagalchimarket
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hand printings of world-famous actors and
directors can be seen on the ground. There
are also many food carts around the plaza.
19 Gamcheon Culture Village
감천문화마을
This village was formed in the 1950’s as
Korean War refugees settled in the area.
The terraced houses and maze-like alleys
offer a uniquely beautiful sight, and the
BUSAN
FIREWORKS FESTIVAL
부산불꽃축제
Held every October in Gwangalli
Beach, this extravagant fireworks
festival accompanied by music and a
laser show welcomes over 1 million
visitors every year. Gwangalli Beach,
Dongbaekseom Island and Igidae
Cliff offer the best views of the
festival. bfo.or.kr
murals by young artists, the colorful roofs,
and the blue ocean make it a very popular
tourist destination. Visitors can enjoy
making canvas bags or mugs, and there are
also many gift shops and coffee shops.
www.gamcheon.or.kr
20 Busan Air Cruise 송도해상케이블카
Running 86 m above the sea with stunning
views, visitors can choose to ride the glass-
floored Crystal Cruise or the regular Air
Cruise. The 2 towers house a VR experience
facility, the cable car museum and more.
www.busanaircruise.co.kr
21 Huinyeoul Culture Town
흰여울문화마을
This newly created village in Yeongdo, an
island where refugees had settled after the
1950 Korean War, was a result of an urban
regeneration project. The old houses and
alleys were renovated to serve as a creative
arts & culture space for locals and tourists.
The village was featured in various Korean
movies and dramas for its ambiance and
beautiful view.
www.ydculture.com
22 Taejongdae Park 태종대유원지
This hill located on the southernmost tip
of the Yeongdo coast features magnificent
views of the steep cliffs and lush black pine
forests in harmony with the wide open sea.
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www.bisco.or.kr/taejongdae
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23 Beomeosa Temple 범어사
Built over 1,300 years ago, this temple BUSAN INTERNATIONAL FILM
houses a great number of cultural heritage. FESTIVAL (BIFF)
Visitors can experience various Korean 부산국제영화제
Buddhist cultures like traditional tea
ceremony through the templestay program. This non-competitive film festival
The Buddhist Museum within temple has come to be Asia’s best. Every
grounds exhibits many valuable relics. year in early October, famous actors
www.beomeo.kr and directors from all over the world
gather in Busan to meet with fans.
24 Geumjeongsanseong Village Celebrities can easily be spotted
금정산성마을 at cafés, restaurants or pubs. The
This village is located within the festival takes place at the Busan
Geumjeongsanseong Fortress, which at Cinema Center, Centum City and the
17 km long and 8,213 m wide is among the Haeundae BIFF Village.
largest in Korea. It has long been famous www.biff.kr
for its makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) and
goat meat bulgogi. Experience programs
such as making makgeolli, pottery or fabric
dyeing are offered for visitors.
sanseong.invil.org
25 Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
해동용궁사
Most Korean temples are tucked away deep
in mountains, but Haedong Yonggungsa
Temple sits on a coastal cliff. The sound of
waves crashing against the cliff and the
view of the blue ocean are very soothing
and relaxing. Yonggungsa is very popular
for its sunrise views, especially on New
Year's Day, as people visit to greet the year's
first sunrise.
www.yongkungsa.or.kr
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 Jeju is a volcanic island formed through ages of volcanic activity. Recognized for its
unique landscape and biodiversity, the entire island and its lava tubes were designated
a UNESCO World Heritage. It boasts an unrivaled natural scenery created by more than
360 oreum (parasitic cones created through eruptions of Hallasan Mountain), and the
Jeju Olle Trail. In addition to the natural beauty, there are also many uniquely-themed
parks, resorts, museums and other fun and interesting tourist attractions. Cozy cafés, JEJU
restaurants and small shops scattered throughout the island also attract many tourists CITY TOUR BUS
to this beautiful island.

18 Woljeong-ri Beach
Gimnyeong Beach

Manjanggul Cave 17
Jeju Port Haenyeo Museum 14
Yongduam Rock 20
19 Nexon Computer Museum Udo Island 13
Jeju International Airport
Jeju National Museum Jeju-si Bijarim Forest 15
Mazeland 16
Darangswi Oreum 5
21 Jeju Dongmun Market
Yongnuni 5 Seongsan Ilchulbong 10
Geomun Oreum 5 Oreum Tuff Cone
Abu Oreum 5
Jeju Jeolmul Recreation Forest 3 Snoopy Garden 6 Bunker de Lumieres Jeju 9 Aqua Planet Jeju
KOREA 4
12
Hallim Traditional Sangumburi Crater
22 5-day Market Cape Seopjikoji 11
Saryeoni Forest Path 2

23 Hyeopjae Beach
24 Hallim Park 25 9.81 PARK
Seongeup Folk Village 7
1 Hallasan National Park

Baengnokdam Crater Lake

8 Jeju Folk Village

O'sulloc Tea Museum 26

27 Jeju Shinhwa World
Seogwipo-si

30 Seogwipo Daily Olle Market

Jungmun Resort 29

28
Sanbangsan Mountain &
Yongmeori Coast Geo Trail

JEJU ISLAND Marado Island

Gapado Island

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1 Hallasan National Park 한라산국립공원
Hallasan Mountain is a dormant volcano
in the center of Jeju Island rising 1,947 m
above sea level. It is among the 3 major
(numinous) mountains in Korea. Atop
Hallasan is Baengnokdam Crater Lake with
a 1.7 km circumference. Depending on the
location and altitude, hikers can experience
different types of vegetation and climates
ranging from subtropical to subpolar.
www.jeju.go.kr/hallasan/index.htm
2 Saryeoni Forest Path 사려니숲길
This 15 km trail with an average altitude of
550 m runs through a dense forest of cedar,
cypress and oak trees. Meaning “sacred
place” in the local dialect, Saryeoni is a very
well-preserved natural forest.
www.visitjeju.net
3 Jeju Jeolmul Recreational Forest
제주절물자연휴양림
Tall cedar trees cover more than 90% of the
forest. At the center of the forest is Jeolmul
Oreum, which on clear days offers beautiful
views of the island. With prior reservation,
visitors can also stay at the forest cabins
available for lodging. Admission is
restricted to 2,000 visitors per day.
www.foresttrip.go.kr
4 Sangumburi Crater 산굼부리
Of the 360+ parasitic cones formed by
volcanic eruptions, this is a maar crater,
which are among the most rare and unusual
volcanic cones on earth. As the only cone
of its type in Korea, it is home to numerous
rare plants and living organisms. In fall,
the silver grass fields are exceptionally
beautiful.
www.sangumburi.net
5 Oreum 오름
Oreum are parasitic cones formed by
volcanic activity of Hallasan Mountain.
There are about 360 oreum scattered
throughout the island, creating a landscape
unique to Jeju. Most oreum tend to be
gentle in height, making them easy to
climb, and their summits serve as lookouts
offering 360° panoramic views of the
surrounding area. Some of the famous
oreum include Geomun Oreum, which was
designated as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site, as well as Yongnuni Oreum, Darangswi
Oreum, Abu Oreum, and the Sangumburi
Crater.
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6 Snoopy Garden 스누피가든
This nearly 83,000 m2 park is themed after
the popular cartoon Peanuts. The outdoor
garden houses a walking forest, a lake, a
garden and many other especially themed
zones where visitors can take pictures
with the cartoon characters. The park also
offers various fun events and experience
programs, and the café has tasty Snoopy
drinks and desserts.
www.snoopygarden.com
7 Seongeup Folk Village 성읍민속마을
Formed some 500 years ago, this village
continues its traditional lifestyle and culture
to this day. Overnight stays and experience
programs are offered by residents, and
cultural events such as a traditional
wedding and natural fabric dyeing are held
every October at the plaza.
www.jeju.go.kr/seongeup/index.htm
8 Jeju Folk Village 제주민속촌
This is a museum that has well-preserved a
traditional village of the island. About 100
traditional houses, and the lifestyles and
cultures of the people of Jeju can be seen
here.
jejufolk.com
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9 Bunker de Lumieres Jeju 빛의 벙커
An old communications bunker was turned
into this immersive media art exhibition,
which combines art, technology, light, and
music in innovative ways to create a unique
and artistic experience. The bunker cuts out
all light and sound from the outside, and a
maze-like entrance helps establish a
sense of immersion into the bunker. Passed
exhibitions include “Gustav Klimt,” “Vincent
Van Gogh,” and “Monet, Renoir...Chagall.”
Currently, “Edgar Cezanne, the Lights of
Provence” is on display until October 2023.
www.bunkerdelumieres.com
10 Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone
성산일출봉
Also called “Sunrise Peak” for fantastic
sunrise views, this tuff cone was formed
thousands of years ago by a hydro-volcanic
eruption. It was initially an islet, however,
due to sedimentation it is now connected to
the main island. It is said to look like a giant
crown or rampart when seen from afar. The
crater atop the tuff cone is about 600 m
in diameter and 90 m in depth. Formerly a
farmland, it is now a natural habitat for
native plants and animals.
www.visitjeju.net
11 Cape Seopjikoji 섭지코지
Located south of Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff
Cone, this is a beautiful coastline offering
extraordinary views of the vast blue ocean
as well as horses grazing on the grass and
fields of rapeseed flowers. Seopjikoji Cape
was featured in various Korean dramas and
movies including All In, starring Lee Byung-
hun.
www.visitjeju.net
12 Aqua Planet Jeju 아쿠아플라넷제주
The largest aquarium in Korea (total floor
area of 25,600 m2, 10,800 tons of water)
features over 48,000 life forms from over
500 animal and fish species. The aquarium’s
Munseom Tank is a massive tank that makes
visitors feel as if they are actually under the
sea. There are also diving demonstrations
by haenyeo (women divers).
www.aquaplanet.co.kr
13 Udo Island 우도
This small island located east of Jeju Island
(15-minute ferry from Seongsan Port) is
lava plateau with patches of flat fertile land
for farming. You can rent bikes, ATVs or EVs
to comfortably tour the island, which is also
famous for peanut ice cream.
www.visitjeju.net
14 Haenyeo Museum 해녀박물관
This museum details the culture of haenyeo,
the female divers of Jeju, which was
recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural
Heritage of Humanity in 2016. Visitors can
see the lifestyle of the women who dive into
the ocean to gather shellfish and seaweed
for a living, as well as the traditional culture
of Jeju Island through various displays and
exhibits. Children can also experience the
culture at the Children’s Haenyeo Museum.
www.jeju.go.kr/haenyeo/index.htm
15 Bijarim Forest 비자림
Home to some 2,800 nutmeg trees 500
to 800 years old, this is the largest single
species forest in Korea and perhaps the
world. The oldest tree called “grandfather
tree” is over 820 years old, has a height of
14 m and a circumference of 6 m. There are
two trails, 40-minute long and 80-minute
long, within this evergreen forest.
www.visitjeju.net
16 Mazeland 메이즈랜드
This maze park was themed after Jeju
Island's “Samda,” the 3 things the island
is abundant of: stones, wind and women.
There is also a maze museum where visitors
can participate in hands-on activities like
puzzles and optical allusions.
mazeland.co.kr
17 Manjanggul Cave 만장굴
This cave is part of a lava tube system
formed some 2.5 million years ago by lava
from the eruption of Hallasan Mountain.
The entire lava tube system has been
enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage. It is
home to innumerable cave formations such
as stalactites, stalagmites and lava columns.
www.visitjeju.net
18 Woljeong-ri Beach 월정리해변
This is a white sandy beach made from
fragmented shells. Woljeong-ri Coffee
Street, which stretches along the beach, is
dotted with a number of cozy coffee shops
with great views. It is a shallow beach
offering various water sports and activities.
www.visitjeju.net
19 Nexon Computer Museum
넥슨컴퓨터박물관
This is a computer and game museum where
visitors can see the history of the computer
and also play various computer games. The
museum is divided into several different
spaces that exhibit old and new technology.
The coffee shop within the museum sells
unique keyboard-shaped waffles.
nexoncomputermuseum.org
JEJU ISLAND
JEJU, THE ISLAND
OF 3 ABUNDANCES
제주 삼다
Jeju is often referred to
“Samdado,” literally “island of
3 abundances.” Since back in
the days, Jeju has been known
to be abundant in stones,
wind and women.
20 Yongduam Rock 용두암
Located on a beach north of downtown
Jeju, this rock, which was said to look like
a dragon’s head, was formed by gushing
volcanic lava. After decades and centuries
of chiseling by wind and waves, it is said
that today it looks more like a dragon flying
to the sky.
21 Jeju Dongmun Market 제주동문시장
Jeju Dongmun Market sells specialty products
of Jeju such as Jeju tangerines (Hallabong,
Cheonhyehyang, Hwanggeumhyang, etc.)
galchi (beltfish), okdom (sea bream), dried
goods and much more. The food served
at the night market, which begins at Gate
8 and is open from sundown (around 6
to 7 p.m.) until midnight, is also popular.
It offers many unique dishes made with
ttaksaeu (Jeju red-banded lobster), Jeju
black pork, Udo peanuts, tangerines and
other specialties of the Island.
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22 Hallim Traditional 5-day Market
한림민속5일시장
Held every 5 days on dates that end with
"4" and "9," this market is a great place to
feel the atmosphere of the Hallim-eup
fishing village. It also features a
blacksmith’s forge, which is rarely seen
even at traditional markets. It is located
near popular summer tourist sites such as
Gwakji Beach, Hyeopjae Beach, Biyangdo
Island and Hallim Park. Jeju makgeolli
(unrefined rice wine), which is best when
paired with sundae gukbap (blood sausage
and rice soup) or pajeon (green onion
pancake), is a much loved specialty of the
market.
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23 Hyeopjae Beach 협재해수욕장
This beautiful beach is famous for its
emerald green waters. The many coffee
shops and delicious restaurants make it a
popular destination among young tourists.
Nearby is Biyangdo, a small island famous
for the “Elephant” Rock.
www.visitjeju.net
24 Hallim Park 한림공원
This theme park is divided into sections,
such as natural caves, subtropical botanical
garden, and bird garden. Visitors can try
cactus juice, made with native Jeju cactus,
while walking the trails of the park.
www.hallimpark.co.kr
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25 9.81 Park 9.81파크
This gravity racing theme park allows
visitors to enjoy a thrilling race using
nothing but the slopes and gravity to propel
their vehicles. Only 30 minutes from the Jeju
International Airport, it offers great views
of Hallasan Mountain and Biyangdo Island.
Aside from racing, the park also has indoor
VR activities, shopping opportunities, and a
food market.
www.981park.com
26 O’sulloc Tea Museum
오설록 티 뮤지엄
This tea museum was created to introduce
and promote the traditional tea culture
24 ⓒ Hallim Park
1 ©Jeju Tourism Organization
of Korea. The history of Korean teas as
well as tea utensils and accessories are
exhibited. The green tea ice cream and
green tea products sold at the gift shop
are very popular.
www.osulloc.com
27 Jeju Shinhwa World 제주신화월드
This is an all-inclusive resort complex
housing a 5-star hotel, duty-free shop,
casino, theme park, restaurants and more.
It has recently opened the largest water
park in the island, and many more facilities
are yet to open. Having partnered with
YG Entertainment, a famous talent agency
of Korea, a cafe + pub and restaurants
operated by YG are also housed within
the resort. Additionally, G-Dragon is said
to have participated in the design and
planning of the onsite coffee shop.
www.shinhwaworld.com
28 S anbangsan Mountain & Yongmeori
Coast Geo Trail
산방산·용머리해안 지질트레일
Sanbangsan Mountain is a result of violent
volcanic activity some 800,000 years ago,
and Yongmeori Coast was formed due to
a hydro-volcanic eruption even before the
volcanic island of Jeju was formed. Visitors
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can see and explore these geological are attractions such as a foot bath café,
masterpieces through the Geo Trail. a weekend flea market, and a souvenir
geopark.jeju.go.kr shop called “Rainbow Jeju," which sells
candles, handmade soaps, accessories and
29 Jungmun Resort 중문관광단지 tangerine chocolates, among many other
This is a comprehensive tourist complex interesting items.
integrating luxury hotels and resorts,
museums, theme parks, natural sites, and
more. The most famous tourist site within COASTAL DRIVES
the complex is the Columnar Joints along 해안도로
Daepo Coast, a collection of massive stone
pillars formed by basaltic lava flow from the
Hallasan Mountain. Yeomiji Botanic Garden Jeju’s coastal driveway circles
with nearly 2,300 rare and protected plant the entire island. The 15 km-long
species in a 28-acre area organized into Haemaji (Sunrise) Coastal Road
thematic sections, and Cheonjeyeon Falls, stretches from Gimnyeong to the
a 3-level waterfall falling through a dense Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, and
forest, are also popular natural sites within the Sinchang-Chagwi Coastal Road is
Jungmun Resort. The Teddy Bear Museum known for its beautiful sunsets.
exhibits the famous bear in different themes
30 Seogwipo Daily Olle Market
서귀포매일올레시장
Located within 10 minutes of numerous
tourist attractions, including Cheonjiyeon
Falls, Jeongbang Falls, and Lee Jung Seop
Street, the Seogwipo Daily Olle Market is
famous for foods such as omegitteok (millet
rice cakes), ggongchi gimbap (mackerel
rolls) and black pork skewers. Also nearby
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34 Dutayeon Pool 6 The 4th Tunnel
30 Korean Workers' DMZ Eco 9 Sokcho Abai Village
Party Headquarters
Peace Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market 8
Park Trail 10 Sokcho Eye
EAST SEA
29 Seoraksan National Park 7
Hantangang River 11 Naksansa Temple
Naksanhaebyeon Beach
Yangyang
International
Airport

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Gangneung Seongyojang House

27 28 Chuncheon Myeongdong Dakgalbi Street

LEGOLAND Korea Resort
Gangchon Rail Park 26 14 Gyeongpohaebyeon Beach
13 15 Chodang Dubu Village
Nami Island 25 60 Samyang Ranch 12 16 Gangneung Coffee Street
Odaesan National Park 20 19 Ojukheon &
Woljeongsa Temple Municipal Museum
17 Haslla Art World
18 Jeongdongjin
Alpensia Ski Jumping Center 21
24 Ocean World 55
Hyoseok Culture Village Yongpyong Resort
Buckwheat Food Street 22
Phoenix Park

39 Jeongseon Railbike
50 Welli Hilli Park

Wonju Airport
Museum SAN Jeongseon Arirang Market 38
23 Wonju Jungang Market
Gyeonggi-do
Korea Tourism Organization Hwanseongul Cave 40
Samcheok Ocean Railbike 41

Jangneung Royal Tomb, 35 Kangwon Land 37

Yeongwol 36 Samtan Art Mine

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Gangwon-do Province, where more than 80% of the land area is mountainous terrain, is a much favored
vacationing destination among locals. The clean beaches along the East Sea are popular summer resort
areas, and although steep and challenging, the Seoraksan and Odaesan mountains offer great hikes with
beautiful views. Also, as the home of Pyeongchang, the host city of the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic
Games, there are many world-class ski resorts scattered throughout the province. To explore the great
WONJU CHUNCHEON
outdoors of Korea, Gangwon-do is the place to go to.
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 1 Goseong Unification Observatory
통일전망대
The northernmost observatory in South
Korea offers views of the Geumgangsan
Diamond Mountains and Haegeumgang in
the North. The 1st floor exhibits weaponry
used in the Korean War, and the 2nd floor
details life in North Korea.
www.tongiltour.co.kr
2 DMZ Museum DMZ박물관
Located within the Civilian Control Line, this
museum exhibits the historical significance
of the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) and its
value as a treasure trove of ecology.
www.dmzmuseum.com
3 Hwajinpo Lake 화진포
This is a lagoon on the east coast with a
circumference of 16 km. The surrounding
field of reeds, pine forest and sandy
beach create a magnificent sight. Nearby
attractions include the villas of Syngman
Rhree, South Korea’s 1st president, and Kim
Ilsung, North Korea's 1st leader.
hwajinpo-lake.co.kr
4 Eulji Observatory 을지전망대
Located 1,049 m above sea level, this
observatory offers views of the 5 peaks of
the Geumgangsan Diamond Mountains in
the North including Birobong Peak.
ygrp.or.kr
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5 The 4th Tunnel 제4땅굴
This 145 m below ground and 2.1 km
long tunnel was the 4th infiltration tunnel
discovered in the Punch Bowl Village of
Yanggu. This tunnel can be conveniently
toured on an electric car.
ygrp.or.kr
6 Dutayeon Pool 두타연
As a tributary that was kept closed for over
60 years after the Korean War, it’s become
a habitat of many rare animals and plants.
www.ygtour.kr
7 Seoraksan National Park
설악산국립공원
Spanning across 4 regions (Sokcho,
Goseong, Yangyang & Inje) of Gangwon-do
Province, Seoraksan is one of the
most famous mountains of Korea with
exceptional fall foliage. The cable car offers
magnificent views, and the Osaek alkaline
hot spring said to be great for the skin, is
ideal for relaxing the body after a hike. On
the foothills of the mountain, Sinheungsa
Temple is home to a 1,400-year-old temple
bell and the gigantic Tongil Daebul, or
Great Unification Buddha. Seoraksan was
the 1st UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Korea
recognized for its rich natural resources.
seorak.knps.or.kr
• Sorak Cable Car
www.sorakcablecar.co.kr
8 Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market
속초관광수산시장
This market is known for fresh, dried and
salted seafood, as well as produce and
local specialties. Dak gangjeong (glazed
fried chicken bites), Abai sundae (Abai-style
blood sausage), and ojingeo sundae (stuffed
squid) are among the more popular food
and snacks in the market. Abai Village is a
short walk or gaetbae ride away.
sokchomarket.com
9 Sokcho Abai Village 속초 아바이마을
After the Korean War (1950–1953), war
refugees who could not return to their
homes in the North settled in this coastal
village. In the olden days, the only means of
transportation connecting the village to the
local market was the gaetbae, a small boat
pulled by a rope, but although a bridge
was constructed, visitors and tourists still
prefer the gaetbae. Both the village and the
boat are popular as filming locations for the
Korean drama Autumn in My Heart and the
reality show 2 Days & 1 Night.
www.abai.co.kr
11 Sokcho Eye 속초아이
Equipped with 36 cabins, this Ferris wheel
is located in Sokcho Beach, a major summer
destination among Koreans. When the cabin
reaches the highest point, 65 meters, you can
see the emerald green waters of the East Sea
and the almost majestic view of Seoraksan
Mountain, a representative mountain that
crosses Gangwon-do Province.
sokchoeye.modoo.at
10 Naksansa Temple 낙산사
Founded in 671 by Uisang Daesa (Grand
Master Uisang), Naksansa is located on a cliff
offering splendid views of the East Sea. The
temple houses a 15 m-tall Buddha statue that
has a circumference of 3 m, and Uisangdae
Pavilion, which is a popular sunrise spot.
Templestay programs are offered.
www.naksansa.or.kr
12 Ojukheon & Municipal Museum
오죽헌&시립박물관
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Built in late 15th century, Ojukheon was the
house of Shin Saimdang (1504–1551), a
prominent painter and writer of the Joseon
era, and where her son Yulgok Yi Yi (1536– 16  angneung Coffee Street
G 18 Jeongdongjin 정동진
1584), a scholar of Joseon, was born and (Anmokhaebyeon Beach) Every New Year’s Day, people from around
raised. Yulgok and his mother are featured 강릉커피거리(안목해변) the country go to Jeongdongjin to welcome
on Korea’s 5,000won and 50,000won The street that runs along Anmokhaebyeon the year’s 1st sunrise. There are trains
bills, respectively. The municipal museum Beach is lined with many aromatic coffee from Seoul that arrive at Jeongdongjin in
exhibits relics native to Gangneung that shops. Most roast their own beans and they time to see the sunrise. The Hourglass
date back to as far as the prehistoric era. all offer great views of the beach. Every year Park, built in memory of a popular Korean
www.gn.go.kr/museum in October, the Gangneung Coffee Festival drama, has a huge 1-year hourglass, and
invites people to the area. the Jeongdongjin Time Museum details the
13 Gangneung Seongyojang House ggcoffeestreet.modoo.at history of the watch.
강릉선교장
This typical house of an upper class family 17 Haslla Art World 하슬라아트월드 19 Samyang Ranch 대관령 삼양목장
of the Joseon Dynasty has been very well- This multipurpose art space creatively Nestled on the highlands 850 to 1,470
preserved for more than 300 years. Today, combines nature with art. Various meters above sea level, this ranch covers
it is operated as a guesthouse where exhibitions, including a modern art more than 20 million squared meters
guests can experience life in a traditional exhibit and a Pinocchio exhibit, as well as of land. Visitors can feed sheep and try
residence. The in-house restaurant serves performances welcome people all year long. various other programs, and on a clear day
traditional locals dishes. Visitors can also enjoy a walk in the outdoor the observation deck offers views as far as
knsgj.net sculpture park that overlooks the East Sea. the East Sea.
museumhaslla.com www.samyangfarm.co.kr
14 Gyeongpohaebyeon Beach 경포해변
One of the most popular beaches on the
east coast of Korea is surrounded by a lush
pine forest. Gyeongpodae Pavilion, #1 SKI RESORTS
among the "8 Must-see Sites on the East
Coast," and Gyeongpoho Lake are located Winters in Korea are usually cold and dry, and even colder in the northern regions of
close by. Gangwon-do Province. Gangwon-do has a high average annual snowfall, and as shown by its
www.gn.go.kr successful hosting of the 2018 Winter Olympics (a.k.a. PyeongChang 2018), the province has
many superb ski resort facilities. The adjoining Gyeonggi-do Province is also home to many
15 Chodang Dubu Village 초당두부마을
ski resorts, and together the 2 provinces, as well as other regions throughout Korea, welcome
plenty of winter sports enthusiast to enjoy skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and various other
The Chodang region of Gangneung uses
winter sports and activities.
purified seawater instead of artificial
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Chodang dubu is cooked in various different ▪High 1 Resort ▪Phoenix Park ▪Vivaldi Park
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can also be eaten as is. ▪Konjiam Resort ▪Muju Deogyusan Resort
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20 Odaesan National Park 오대산국립공원
This mountain is famous for its lush forests
and snowy landscapes. The crimson and
golden fall leaves, the evergreen trees and
unique rock formations of the Sogeumgang
Valley produce a stunning scenery. Odaesan
is home to Sangwonsa and Woljeongsa
Temples, both built during the Silla period
(57BCE–935CE). Woljeongsa is especially
popular for the needle fir forest, and the
road the leads up to the temple is lined
with many restaurants that serve set meals
featuring over 20 wild vegetable side dishes.
www.knps.or.kr
21 Alpensia Ski Jumping Center
알펜시아 스키점프센터
This was the main venue of the
PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games.
To feel what it's like to be an Olympic ski
jumper, you can take the monorail up to
the 90 m-high ski jump platform. The
Daegwallyeong Ski History Museum on the
2nd floor gives an interesting overview of
the history of skiing in Korea.
www.alpensia.com
22  yoseok Culture Village Buckwheat
H and much more. The metasequoia tree
Food Streets 효석문화마을 메밀음식거리
Buckwheat, an easy to grow grain even on
poor soil, thrives in the mountainous areas
of Gangwon-do. Many local dishes are
made using buckwheat flour such as memil
makguksu (buckwheat noodles in chilled
broth) and memil muk (buckwheat jelly).
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23 Wonju Jungang Market
미로예술원주중앙시장
Famous foods at this traditional market
include homemade dumplings, kalguksu
(noodle soup), and donkkaseu (pork cutlet).
The Miro Arts Jungang Market on the 2nd
floor houses famous restaurants, coffee
shops, and handicrafts (quilting, glass
art, sewing, pottery, candle making, etc.)
studios operated by young merchants.
Various workshops and events are held on
weekends.
24 Ocean World 오션월드
Part of the Vivaldi Park ski resort, this water
park is comprised of various differently
themed indoor and outdoor pools, a 24 m
wave pool, water slides, and many other fun
water rides as well as sauna and spa facilities
for the entire family to enjoy.
www.sonohotelsresorts.com/oceanworld
25 Nami Island 남이섬
After much treatment and reclamation,
a sandy wasteland was turned into a
resort island with parks, restaurants,
accommodations, entertainment facilities
lined road and the ginkgo tree lined
road are popular photo spots featured in
various Korean movies and dramas. The
island became popular among local and
international tourists after being featured
in the Korean drama Winter Sonata.
namisum.com
26 Gangchon Rail Park 강촌레일파크
From the old Gimyujeon Station to Gangchon
Station, visitors can enjoy picturesque views
of the Bukhangang River. This railbike park
offers several different courses.
www.railpark.co.kr
27 LEGOLAND Korea Resort 레고랜드
This family theme park focuses on LEGO
bricks. It was built on a small island in
Chuncheon, and consists of 7 differently
themed “lands” such as LEGO NINJAGO
WORLD and LEGO CASTLE. Popular rides
include Splash Battle, which is a ship-
themed ride that lets you navigate the
waters and aim your water cannon.
www.legoland.kr
28 C huncheon Myeongdong Dakgalbi
Streets 춘천명동닭갈비골목
Dakgalbi has long been a specialty of
Chuncheon. Chicken is stir-fried with
various vegetables and rice cakes in a
spicy gochujang-based sauce, or it is also
marinated and grilled. Dakgalbi goes great
with makguksu (cold buckwheat noodles).
ccdakgalbistreet.modoo.at
29 Hantangang River 한탄강
When summer rolls around, people from all
parts of the country head to Hantangang
River for a wet and wild white water rafting
adventure. The gushing waters of the river
will cool even the hottest day of summer.
30 Korean Workers' Party Headquarters
노동당사
Having been a battleground of the Korean
War, this building still bears traces of the
war, with only the frame of the building
remaining to this day. This is a major DMZ
tourism site open to everyone without
restrictions nor application process.
www.cwg.go.kr/site/tour
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31 Cheorwon Peace Observatory
철원평화전망대
This observatory offers views of the DMZ,
the vast fields of Cheorwon and North
Korea. There is a monorail that goes up to
the observatory, and the 2nd Tunnel and
checkpoint were renovated to serve as an
exhibition hall.
www.cwg.go.kr/site/tour
32 Woljeong-ri Station 월정리역
This is the last station of the Hagye train line
located south of the DMZ. Only the front
of a train that used to make trips to North
Korea remains in the station as a symbol of
the divided nation.
33 The 2nd Tunnel 제2땅굴
This 3.5 km tunnel was dug 50 to 160 m
below ground by the North to infiltrate
South Korea. This tunnel is part of the
Cheorwon DMZ tour course.
www.cwg.go.kr/site/tour
34 DMZ Eco Peace Park Trail
DMZ생태평화공원
This restricted area that was kept closed to
the public for over 60 years was developed
into an eco-park with walking trails for
visitors to enjoy the beauty of Mother
Nature. Reservations are required, and tour
times and admission are limited.
www.cwg.go.kr/dmz_tracking
35 Jangneung Royal Tomb, Yeongwol
영월 장릉
Royal tombs of the Joseon Dynasty are
mostly located in throughout Seoul and
Gyeonggi-do Province, but the tomb of
King Danjong (1441–1457), the 6th king
of Joseon, is located in Yeongwol where he
was exiled to after being forced to abdicate
by his uncle. His title was restored in 1698,
during the reign of King Sukjong, receiving
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the posthumous name of Danjong. The
Danjong Culture Festival is held annually in
Yeongwol in April.
www.yw.go.kr
36 Samtan Art Mine 삼탄아트마인
This multicultural art space housing a
gallery, museum, theater, restaurant and
more was built over an abandoned mining
area. The old mine was renovated to serve
as an exhibition hall displaying actual
mining tools and artworks as well. With
prior reservation, guests can spend a night
at the hotel-like Art Residency.
www.samtanartmine.com
37 Kangwon Land 강원랜드
This is a casino that also houses a golf
course, ski slopes, waterpark, hotels and
much more. It is the only casino in Korea
open to both Korean and international
patrons to enjoy its elaborate facilities,
convenient amenities and diverse games.
kangwonland.high1.com
38 Jeongseon Arirang Market
정선아리랑시장
A market that opens every 5 days on dates
that end with “2” and “7,” Jeongseon Arirang
Market sells specialty products of Jeongseon,
including sannamul (wild vegetables),
medicinal herbs, and health foods. Of these,
buckwheat, gondeure (Korean thistle), and
hwanggi (milk vetch root) are especially
sought after. The A-train, or Arirang Train, is a
tourist train that travels from Cheongnyangni
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Station in Seoul to Jeongseon Station.
Visitors can also take the KTX Gangneung
Line from Seoul Station to Jinbu (Odaesan)
Station and then transfer to a Jeongseon City
Tour bus.
www.jeongseon.go.kr
39 Jeongseon Railbike 정선레일바이크
The old rail track and mine of a former
mining area were transformed into a
popular tourist attraction. The 7.2 km-long
ride from Gujeol-ri Station to Auraji Station
offers amazing views of nature.
www.railbike.co.kr
40 Hwanseongul Cave 환선굴
This 6.2 km-long limestone cave in
Deokhangsan Mountain is one of the
largest and most complicated in Asia. Only
1.6 km of it is open to the public, and many
uniquely shaped stalactite and rare cave
creatures can be seen. The monorail from
the ticket booth to the entrance of the cave
offers beautiful views of the mountain.
www.samcheok.go.kr/tour.web
41 Samcheok Ocean Railbike
삼척해양레일바이크
This railbike travels on a 5.4 km-long ocean-
side railroad. It is unique in that it goes
through specially-themed undersea tunnels
like a laser show tunnel and a luminaire
tunnel.
www.oceanrailbike.com
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Daegu Modern History Museum 23 Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex Pohang Gyeongju Airport
Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
Daegu Yangnyeongsi Market 24 21 Dongseongno 1
Cheomseongdae 3 5 Bomun Tourist Complex
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Seomun Market 25 27 Anjirang Observatory 2 4 6
Gopchang Alley 7 Seokguram Grotto
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great relics of the Silla Kingdom (57BCE–935CE) can be seen,
CITY TOUR BUS Hallyeohaesang National Park
and the Andong Hahoe Village, where the lifestyle and customs 43 Somaemuldo Island Korea Strait
of the ruling class of the Joseon era can be experienced, are registered as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The Gyeongsang region, which is divided into Gyeongsangnam-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do Provinces,
is also known for natural attractions like the vast seas of the Hallyeohaesang National Park, the port of
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1 Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex
대릉원
This tomb complex includes 23 tombs
of kings, queens and nobility of the
Silla era. The most notable tombs
are the Hwangnamdaechong and
Michuwangneung, shaped like a camel’s
hump, and the Cheonmachong Ancient
Tomb, the only tomb open to the public.
Royal artifacts, including a golden crown,
accessories, and pottery were excavated
from Cheonmachong, and all are on display
inside the tomb and at the Gyeongju
National Museum.
gjfmc.or.kr
2 Cheomseongdae Observatory
첨성대
Believed to be the oldest existing
astronomical observatory in Asia,
Cheomseongdae was constructed during
the reign of Queen Seondeok (r. 632–647).
The lines and curves of the stone structure
are proof of Silla’s advanced architectural
and scientific knowledge.
www.gyeongju.go.kr
3 Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
동궁과 월지
This was the site of the royal palace of
the Unified Silla Period. The large, man-
made Wolji Pond was made in 674 by King
Munmu, who enjoyed resting and relaxing
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by the pond. The pond is exceptionally
beautiful at night when the lights are
turned on and the pavilion is reflection on
the pond.
gjfmc.or.kr
4 Gyeongju National Museum
국립경주박물관
This museum provides an extensive look
into the history of Gyeongju. Artifacts and
artworks from the prehistoric times to the
Silla Period are displayed. Silla’s Buddhist
culture can also be seen.
gyeongju.museum.go.kr
5 Bomun Tourist Complex
보문관광단지
This tourist complex surrounding Bomunho
Lake is about 10 km east of downtown
Gyeongju. It spans approximately 8,000
km2 with hotels, condos, hot springs, a golf
range, leisure sports facilities, and more.
The complex is especially beautiful in
springs when it is covered in snow-white
and pink cherry blossoms.
www.gyeongju.go.kr
6 Bulguksa Temple 불국사
This UNESCO-enlisted temple was built in
the 8th century, and embodies the Buddhist
ideals and artistry of the Silla Kingdom
(57BCE–935CE). Many visit Bulguksa every
year to see the temple’s various cultural
relics such as Seokgatap and Dabotap
Pagodas. Local monks continue to remain
active at Bulguksa, as the whole temple
is a representative display of the Korean
Buddhist culture.
www.bulguksa.or.kr
7 Seokguram Grotto 석굴암
This unique, man-made stone grotto was
completed in 774 after about 20 years of
construction. It is considered the crowning
masterpiece of the Unified Silla period
(676–935), as it is a physical manifestation
and convergence of the period’s
architecture, mathematics, geometry,
religion, and art. Its beauty and detail can
be seen in the statue inside the main hall
and the relief engravings along the walls.
www.seokguram.org
Gyeongju Yangdong Village
경주양동마을
This village still preserves the traditional
culture of Joseon. Lavish hanok (traditional
Korean house) of the upper-class and
humble chogajip (thatched roof house) of
commoners reveal the lifestyle and culture
of the time.
yangdong.invil.org
9 Jukdo Market 죽도시장
This market is comprised of a fish market,
agricultural produce section, rice cake
alley, bedding alley, and hanbok (traditional
Korean clothing) alley among others.
Popular foods include mulhoe, which is a
representative dish of Pohang. Thinly sliced
raw fish (usually halibut or flounder) is
served in a chilled sweet and spicy broth.
The 24-hour Snow Crab and Sliced Raw Fish
Street is also very popular.
10 Homigot Sunrise Square
호미곶해맞이광장
Homigot is a famous sunrise spot in
Pohang, the easternmost city on the
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Peninsula, and hence a grand sunrise
festival is held annually in the beginning
of the year. The huge hand sculpture in the
ocean is a symbol of harmony and union.
Nearby attractions include the lighthouse,
the lighthouse museum, and the seawater
bath house.
www.pohang.go.kr
11 Yeongdeok Snow Crab Streets
영덕대게거리
Every year from November to May, fresh
and tasty daege (snow crab) is sold in
Yeongdeok, long known as the home of
snow crabs. This street is lined with about
100 restaurants that steam fresh snow crab
as soon as the order comes in.
ydcrab.invil.org
12 Andong Gu Market 안동구시장
This market is known for local foods
like octopus and gangodeungeo (salted
mackerel). A unique arts and culture festival
held every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the
month offers various hands-on activities,
including making Hahoe mask-shaped
soaps. Performances like gugak (traditional
Korean music) and madanggeuk (traditional
outdoor play) are staged, and traditional
Korean wedding shops specializing in
ceremonies and food are also popular. The
Andong Jjimdak Alley, which is a cluster
of restaurants specializing in jjimdak, an
Andong specialty that simmers chicken and
vegetables in a sweet and spicy soy sauce,
can also be found at this market.
adjang.kr
13 Woryeonggyo Bridge 월영교
At approximately 387 m in length, this is the
longest wooden pedestrian bridge in Korea.
The mountains hugging Nakdonggang
River and the fence-like Andong Dam
create a mystical atmosphere. The bridge
is famous for exceptionally beautiful night
views.
14 Andong Hahoe Village 안동 하회마을
Home to descendants of the Pungsan Ryu
clan, families still live in the village. Many
traditional houses, Confucian schools
and pavilions can be seen throughout
the village, and the Confucian culture is
still passed on to next generations. The
Nakdonggang River beautifully hugs the
entire village.
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15 Bongjeongsa Temple 봉정사
Cozily tucked away in the mountains, this
temple is believed to have been built in 672
during the Silla Kingdom. Its Geungnakjeon
Hall is the oldest wooden building of Korea.
www.bongjeongsa.org
16 Dosanseowon Confucian Academy
도산서원
This is the most representative Confucian
academy in Andong, the capital of Korea’s
Confucian culture. Toegye Yi Hwang
(1501–1570), a prominent Confucian
scholar of Joseon featured on Korea’s
1,000won bill, taught his pupils here. This
modest educational facility shows great
harmony with nature.
www.andong.go.kr/dosanseowon
17 Sosuseowon Confucian Academy
소수서원
This is Korea’s first royally chartered
Confucian academy built in 1543 during the
Joseon period. It has produced many great
scholars, and to this day, still preserves
materials highly valuable in the study of
literature.
www.yeongju.go.kr/open_content/
sosuseowon/index.do
18 Seonbichon Village 선비촌
Literally “scholars’ village,” the area
where many scholars lived was accurately
replicated. Visitors can spend a night at a
traditional house, taste traditional dishes
and participate in various traditional
activities.
www.sunbichon.net
19 Buseoksa Temple 부석사
Located on the foothills of Bonghwangsan
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Mountain in Yeongju, this temple of the Silla
Kingdom was built in 676 by Uisang Daesa
(Grand Master Uisang). It houses many
cultural relics including Muryangsujeon
Hall, which is regarded as one of the most
beautiful wooden structures of Korea.
www.pusoksa.org
20 Ulleungdo & Dokdo Islands
울릉도&독도
These volcanic islands are located on the East
Sea, far off the eastern coast. Ulleungdo is
known for uniquely shaped volcanic rocks and
other unique landforms, and the coastal trail
offers great views of the ocean and rocky cliffs.
Dokdo is 87.4 km further east from Ulleungdo
and is the easternmost island of Korea.
ulleung.go.kr
21 Dongseongno 동성로
Similar to Seoul’s Myeong-dong, this is
the largest fashion district of Daegu. Yasi
Alley is lined with trendy women’s clothing
stores, and there are many restaurants,
bars and clubs along Rodeo Street. The
jewelry alley inside Gyodong Market is
known to be reasonably priced.
22 Daegu Modern Culture Street
대구 근대문화골목
This is an area where you can see the
history of Korea. It is home to major
cultural heritage sites including the Gyesan
Catholic Church, which was Daegu’s first
western-style building, the House of Seo
Sangdon (1850–1913), who organized the
National Debt Redemption Movement, and
Cheongna Hill, where foreign missionaries
first settled and is now a symbol of Korean
Christianity.
www.jung.daegu.kr
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23 Daegu Modern History Museum
대구근대역사관
Originally a bank, this Renaissance-style
building erected in 1932 was re-purposed
into a museum in 2011. It details the
modern history of Daegu as well as the
history of the bank.
artcenter.daegu.go.kr/dmhm
24 Daegu Yangnyeongsi Market
대구약령시
This is a medicinal herbs market that was
formed during the Joseon era, trading
medicinal herbs with foreign countries. The
Yangnyeongsi Oriental Medicine Museum
located within the market exhibits the
market’s history and also offers various
experience programs.
25 Seomun Market 서문시장
This traditional market is situated near
major tourist attractions like Dongseongno
in downtown Daegu and the Daegu
Modern Culture Street. The Seomun
Market Global Festival held every October
features cultural events such as a hanbok
fashion show, reenactment of traditional
events like a merchants' parade, singing
contests and more. The night market stages
performances (b-boy performances, etc.)
and sells local foods like makchang (beef/
pig entrails).
seomun.eneeds.gethompy.com
ADMIRAL YI SUN-SIN
& THE GEOBUKSEON
BATTLESHIP
이순신 장군과 거북선
One of the most admired and
respected figures in Korean history,
Admiral Yi is a hero who saved the
endangered country. At the time of
the Japanese Invasions (1592–1598),
Admiral Yi fought and won the naval
battles in Busan, Tongyeong and
Hansando, and to this day remains
as one of the few persons who won
every naval battle he fought. Yi’s
victories were possible due to his
Geobukseon, the turtle-shaped
battleship he built. The restored ship
can be seen on Gangguan Port.
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26 E-World 이월드
This park located in downtown Daegu
consists of fun rides, games, restaurants,
and more. Especially popular is 83 Tower,
which houses an observatory and an ice
rink. The observatory on the 77th floor offers
beautiful views, especially nightscapes, of
the city.
www.eworld.kr
27 Anjirang Gopchang Alley
안지랑곱창거리
Gopchang (pig or beef intestine) is very
popular in Daegu. It is usually grilled or stir-
fried with vegetables, and is often paired
with soju. The Anjirang Gopchang Alley in
Anjirang Market is lined with numerous
gopchang restaurants serving great tasting
dishes.
28 Haeinsa Temple 해인사
Built during the Silla period in Hapcheon,
this temple is a symbol of Korean Buddhism
housing many highly valued and important
relics and treasures of Korea. Among
them are the Printing Woodblocks of
the Tripitaka Koreana, which are the most
complete collection of Buddhist texts, and
the Janggyeong Panjeon, the depositories
for the Tripitaka Koreana, both recognized
by UNESCO as Memory of the World and
World Heritage, respectively. Haeinsa offers
overnight templestay programs.
www.haeinsa.or.kr
29 J anggyeongpanjeon Depositories of
Haeinsa Temple 해인사 장경판전
Designated as a Treasure of Korea, these
depositories were built in the 15th century
to store and preserve the 80,000 printing
woodblocks of the Tripitaka Koreana, or
the Palman Daejanggyeongpan. Natural
and scientific conservation techniques of
the time have successfully preserved the
woodblocks to this day.
30 Upo Wetland 우포늪
Korea’s largest inland wetland formed over
140 million years ago, was added on the
Ramsar List of Wetlands of International
Importance in 1998. Since the discovery
of footprints of Cretaceous dinosaurs of
the Mesozoic period, it has been dubbed a
“living natural history museum.”
www.cng.go.kr/tour/upo.web
31 Tongdosa Temple 통도사
This millennial temple enshrines the sarira
of the Sakyamuni Buddha. Tongdosa is
located on the foothills of Yeongchuksan
Mountain, and many other smaller temples
can also be found nearby. The temple
houses a Buddhist museum.
www.tongdosa.or.kr
32 S imni Bamboo Grove at Taehwagang
National Garden
태화강 국가정원 십리대숲
Stretching for approximately 4 km along
the Taehwagang River, this bamboo grove
is located within the Taehwagang National
Garden. In summer, the tall bamboos
provide cool and refreshing shades.
The entire grove can be seen from the
Taehwagang Observatory.
tour.ulsan.go.kr
33 Jangsaengpo Special Whale
Culture Zone 장생포 고래문화특구
In areas along Ulsan's Taehwagang River,
there are about 10 prehistoric petroglyphs
depicting whaling. Although no longer
permitted, Jangsaengpo used to be a very
active whale hunting area, and the history
can still be seen in museums, experience
centers and other facilities.
www.whalecity.kr
34 Cape Ganjeolgot 간절곶
This is where the earliest sunrise on the
east coast can be seen. Very early in the
morning of the New Year, people from
around the country gather to see the year’s
first sunrise. The flaming sun rising above
the East Sea and the white lighthouse
create a spectacular sight.
35 J injuseong Fortress (Chokseongnu
Pavilion) 진주성(촉석루)
Built in 1379 to safeguard from Japanese
attack, this fortress has gone through
numerous reconstructions. It has a
circumference of 1,760 m and inside it are
the Chokseongnu Pavilion and the National
Museum. Chokseongnu was originally a
stronghold that later served as a rest area
for scholars. The Jinju Namgang Yudeung
(lantern) Festival is held on the Namgang
River in front of Jinjuseong Fortress every
October.
www.jinju.go.kr
36 Hadong Korea Zip Wire
하동 코리아 짚와이어
This extreme sports facility is located on
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Geumosan Mountain, where you can see the
beautiful Dadohae (archipelago). You'll feel
a rush of excitement as you slide down the
3.4 km-long zip wire at a speed of 120 km/hr
from the top of the mountain. Other activities
include the huge Big Swing and VR contents.
www.hdalps.or.kr
37 Hallyeohaesang National Park
한려해상국립공원
This marine park spans from Geojedo
Island in Gyeongsangnam-do to Yeosu in
Jeollanam-do. Cable cars and ferries offer
scenic tours, and Sangju Beach, the largest
beach on the southern coast, boasts silvery
sand and a dense pine forest.
www.knps.or.kr
38 Yi Sun-sin Park 이순신공원
Located at the foot of Mangilbong Peak
overlooking the vast ocean of Tongyeong,
this park is dedicated to Admiral Yi Sun-sin,
naval leader noted for his victories during
the Japanese invasions of Korea (1592–
1598). There are 2 trails visitors can choose
to walk on: a forest trail and an oceanside
trail.
39 Historic Park of POW Camp
거제도 포로수용소 유적공원
This facility was built in 1951 during the
Korean War to hold war prisoners. Visitors
can witness the lives of the POWs at
various exhibitions and experience halls.
The monorail connecting the Camp and
Gyeryongsan Mountain offers splendid
views of the Hallyeohaesang National Park.
www.pow.or.kr
DAEGU, ULSAN & GYEONGSANG REGION
JINHAE
GUNHANGJE
FESTIVAL
진해군항제
The Jinhae district of Changwon is
very famous for its cherry blossoms,
and every year from late March to
early April, the Jinhae Gunhangje
Festival celebrates the beautiful
snowflake-like cherry blossoms. The
boardwalk on Yeojwacheon Stream is
especially beautiful.
www.changwon.go.kr
40 Hakdong Black Pearl Pebble Beach
학동 흑진주 몽돌해변
This beach is made of dark pebbles that
look like shiny black pearls. The clean and
clear waters make it a popular vacation
spot. Boat tours around Haegeumgang
and Oedo islands can be found at the pier.
tour.geoje.go.kr
41 Oedo Botania 외도보타니아
This botanical garden part of the
Hallyeohaesang National Park is located
on Oedo Island, 4 km from Geoje. Some
740 tropical plants and a European
garden create a great collaboration on the
southern waters. Ferries are available from
Jangseungpo or Gujorahang Ports.
www.oedobotania.com
42 Haegeumgang Islets 해금강
These are two small rocky islands in the
sea of Geoje, part of the Hallyeohaesang
National Park. Being protected areas, the
islets are closed to the public, but ferry
tours around them are offered. Unique rock
formations, Sipja (cross) Cave and other
unexplored sites create a beautiful scenery.
• Ferry Tours
www.hggtour.net
43 Somaemuldo Island 소매물도
This island is located 1.5 hours from
Tongyeonghang Port. Mountain-like cliffs,
and the path that appears between islands
during low tide are breathtaking sights.
Only 3 boats are operated per day.
• Ferry Tours
www.maemuldotour.com
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1 3 Mireuksa Temple Site
Gunsan Street of Modern Culture and History 2 Taekwondowon

Deogyusan National Park 7

Gunsan Airport

Gyeonggijeon Shrine 5 4 Jeonju Hanok Village

Jeonju Nambu Market 6 20

Yellow Sea
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8 Byeonsanbando National Park

Naesosa Temple
Jeollabuk-do 27

9 Seonunsa Temple 10 Naejangsan National Park

Gochang Dolmen Site 19 Namwon Chueotang Street

Gwanghalluwon Garden 18
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25 20 Jirisan National Park
Juknokwon 11
12 21 Nogodan Peak
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Damyang Metasequoia-lined Road
Seomjingang 22 Hwaeomsa Temple
Gwangju Chungjang-ro Street Train Village 23 Ssangsanje
Gwangju
Gwangju Airport 13 Daein Market
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1913 Songjeong Station Market 16 15 Yangnim History and Culture Village

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Seonamsa Temple 24
Muan 26 Gwangyang Bulgogi Streets
Int’l Airport
Naganeupseong Folk Village 25 27 Suncheonman National Garden
28 Suncheonman Bay
Jeollanam-do

GWANGJU &
Expo Ocean Park 29
10 30 Odongdo Island
Daehan Dawon Tea Plantation 33

JEOLLA REGION
Dadohaehaesang National Park 32
Hyangiram Hermitage 31

Gwangju is the host city of of the global art exhibition, the Gwangju
Biennale, and home to numerous cultural heritage scattered throughout
Ttangkkeut Observatory
the city. The Jeolla Region, which is divided into Jeollabuk-do and
Jeollanam-do provinces, circles Gwangju and is especially well known for
YEOSU SUNCHEON 34 Cheongsando Island
its food culture. Visitors must try the food of the area and spend a night at
a well-preserved hanok (traditional Korean house). CITY TOUR BUS 20km 40km
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1 Geum Gang Migratory Bird
Observatory 금강철새조망대
Every winter, flocks of rare migratory birds
can be seen flying over the reed fields near
the Geumgang River bank.
gmbo.gunsan.go.kr
2 Gunsan Street of Modern Culture
and History 군산 근대역사문화거리
Historical relics from the Japanese
occupation period can still be seen in the
area around Gunsan Port, which opened
in 1899. Haemang-ro Street is lined with
early modern architectures such as the
customs building and banks, and old
Japanese houses still remain in the area.
Among them, the Japanese House in
Sinheung-dong (Hirotsu House) was very
well preserved and was featured in various
Korean movies and dramas. The Gunsan
Modern History Museum exhibits the
history of the city of Gunsan.
3 Mireuksa Temple Site 미륵사지
On the site of the largest temple of the
Baekje Kingdom is a 14 m tall stone pagoda
built in the 7th century and an exhibition
hall where relics found in the site can be
seen. This pagoda is the largest of its kind
in Korea, and through it, visitors can see the
architectural skills and style of the Baekje
era. After 20 years of restoration, the
heavily damaged temple and pagoda were
recently opened to the public.
iksan.museum.go.kr
4 Jeonju Hanok Village 전주한옥마을
This hanok (traditional Korean house)
village formed in the 1930s consists of
approximately 600 traditional houses.
Gyeonggijeon Hall, which enshrines
the portrait of the founding king of
Joseon, Taejo Yi Seong-gye (1335–1408);
Jeongdong Catholic Church, a symbolic
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church of Korea; the Korean Traditional
Wine Museum, and the Traditional Hanji
Center are all located within the village.
Visitors can stay at hanok guesthouses or
enjoy traditional drinks at a hanok café, and
there are many delicious treats and snacks
sold throughout the village.
hanok.jeonju.go.kr
5 Gyeonggijeon Shrine 경기전
Located at the entrance of the Hanok
Village, this hall enshrines the portrait of
the Taejo Yi Seong-gye (1335–1408), the
founding king of the Joseon Dynasty. The
shrine sits amid a bamboo forest offering
serene walking trails, and together with the
Jeongdong Cathedral across the street, they
create a unique East + West atmosphere.
tour.jeonju.go.kr
6 Jeonju Nambu Market 전주남부시장
This market is famous for its kongnamul
gukbap (bean sprout and rice soup) and
sundae gukbap (blood sausage and rice
soup). Every Friday and Saturday evenings,
a night market offers many unique foods
such as skewered octopus, and busking
performances and other events are held
throughout the market. The Youth Mall on
the 2nd floor of the market is also popular
for its food and diverse handicraft items.
tour.jeonju.go.kr
7 Deogyusan National Park
덕유산국립공원
Deogyusan Mountain lies
in the mid-section of the
Baekdudaegan Mountain Range,
the backbone of the Korean peninsula.
As the 4th highest mountain in South
Korea, it possesses an ecosystem with
high conservation value. There are hiking
courses as short as 20 minutes and more
challenging courses can take up to a whole
day. Deogyusan is especially popular for
winter hiking in the snow. The gondolas
at the Muju Deogyusan Resort also offer
excellent views of the mountain.
www.knps.or.kr
8 Byeonsanbando National Park
변산반도국립공원
This is the only national park in Korea
consisting of both mountains and oceans.
The outer Oebyeonsan region follows
the western coastline along Byeonsan
Beach, Sangnok Beach, Gosapo Beach,
and Chaeseokgang Cliff offering superb
views of unique rock formations and
overlapping sedimentary rock precipices.
The Naebyeonsan inland region is famous
for Naesosa Temple, which was established
in 633, and Nakjodae Terrace which offers
beautiful sunsets.
www.knps.or.kr
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9 Seonunsa Temple 선운사
This temple of the Baekje period was
established in 577 inside Seonunsan
Provincial Park. A colony of camellias nearly
500 years old surround the temple, and it
is best to visit in April when camellias are in
full bloom. It is also famous for its beautiful
fall foliage as there are many zelkova and
maple trees. Templestay programs are
available for foreign visitors.
www.seonunsa.org
10 Naejangsan National Park
내장산국립공원
This national park is comprised of
Naejangsan, Baegamsan and Ibamsan
mountains. Naejangsan Mountain is
especially well-known for its beautiful fall
foliage. Passed the maple tree tunnel that
stretches from the entrance of the park
is a cable car that goes to the top of the
mountain.
www.knps.or.kr
11 Juknokwon 죽녹원
This bamboo forest expands for about
310,000 m2. Welcoming about 1.3 milion
visitors per year, this major tourist site of
Damyang can often be seen in movies,
dramas and other television programs. The
forest is divided into 8 different themes,
and visitors can see various bamboo-
related works at the digital art museum and
see the history and culture of Damyang at
the Siga Culture Village. Near Juknokwon
are restaurants famous for rice cooked and
served in bamboo canisters and tteokgalbi
(grilled short rib patties).
www.juknokwon.go.kr
12 Damyang Metasequoia-lined Road
담양 메타세쿼이아길
This 8.5 km-long road lined with
Metasequoia (dawn redwood) trees 10
to 20 m tall is a popular attraction of
Damyang. The road includes a 2.2 km-
long no cars zone for tourists to enjoy a
comfortable walk. Visitors can also rent
bikes at the entryway of Gwanbangjerim
GWANGJU & JEOLLA REGION
Forest, and enjoy a scenic ride along a
bicycle trail. The fresh sprouts in spring,
green leaves in summer, crimson foliage
in fall, and snow-laden branches in winter
attract plenty of riders and visitors. Meta
Provence, located right next to the road, is
a small village designed after the village of
Provence in southern France. A walk along
the dainty gift shops, cafés, and houses will
take you on a mini-tour of Europe.
13 Daein Market 대인시장
The Art Night Market co-operated by
vendors and artists is held on Saturdays
at the traditional market. There is a wide
selection of treats and snacks to choose
from, and the cute shops sell artworks,
accessories, decorative items and more.
daeinmarket.modoo.at
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광주 충장로
Also called “Fashion Street,” Chungjang-ro
is lined with many hip and trendy shopping
malls, restaurants, cafés, bars, etc. A
few blocks down is the Street of Art with
galleries, woodshops, and art shops where
you can see traditional Korean artwork
such as paintings, ceramics, and antique
furniture. The Gwangju Fringe Festival is
held on Saturdays.
HOW TO ENJOY
JEONJU HANOK VILLAGE TO
THE FULLEST
전주한옥마을 즐기는 법
At the Hanok Village and the areas
around it, visitors can see and feel a
different culture. Jeonju’s makgeolli
(unrefined rice wine) alley is famous
for restaurants where the number
of dishes served increases with the
number of makgeolli jugs ordered. Ga-
maek, which is short for gagae maekju
(Store beer), are local convenience
stores that turn into small beer pubs
at night. There are many hanbok
(traditional Korean clothing) rental
shops in and around the village,
so visitors can rent hanbok to wear
while touring the village. One day is
definitely not enough to see, eat and
do all the Hanok Village has to offer.
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GWANGJU
KIMCHI FESTIVAL
빛고을 사랑나눔 김장대전
Kimchi is the most representative
fermented food of Korea, and a
culture of its own. Among the many
varieties of kimchi, the kimchi of the
Jeollanam-do Province is especially
popular for its rich flavor. Every year
in November, a festival is held at
the Gwangju Kimchi Town. Popular
programs include a kimchi contest,
making kimchi, and a kimchi cook-off.
www.kimchi.gwangju.go.kr
15 Yangnim History and Culture Village
양림역사문화마을
The 100 years of Gwangju’s history and
heritage can be seen here. From traditional
homes built in the 19th century to a
church built 100 years ago and a foreign
missionary’s home, various architectures as
well as unique and creative artworks can be
seen along the streets and alleys.
visityangnim.kr
16 1913 Songjeong Station Market
1913송정역시장
This market was initially opened more than
100 years ago in 1913 as the Daily Songjeon
Station Market. Although many of the shops
have been renovated and repurposed,
the market’s history has been kept alive
by preserving old shop signs and such. An
annual beer festival is held here.
1913songjungmarket.modoo.at
17 Seomjingang Train Village
섬진강기차마을
The old Gokseong Station was renovated and
opened as a park. Visitors can ride a perfectly
restored steam locomotive on a 10 km railroad
along the Seomjingang River. Railbike tours
are also available.
www.gstrain.co.kr
18 Gwanghalluwon Garden
광한루원
Considered one of the 4 major pavilions
built in the Joseon era, Gwanghalluwon
was lost in a fire but later restored to
its current form. It portrays Korea’s
unique garden landscaping features,
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and consists of a pond, 3 islets, Ojakgyo
Bridge and a pavilion. As the place where
the main characters of the Korean folk
tale “Chunhyangjeon” meet and fall in
love, a portrait of Chunhyang, the female
character, can be seen. The Chunhyangje
Festival is held every year on May 5th.
www.gwanghallu.or.kr
19 Namwon Chueotang Street
남원추어탕거리
Namwon-style chueotang (loach stew) is
made by grinding loach fish and boiling
with ugeoji (dried cabbage), doenjang
(soybean paste) and perilla seeds. This
hearty stew is considered a great health
booster.
20 Jirisan National Park 지리산국립공원
This is the first and largest national park
of Korea. It is a treasure trove of many rare
and endangered species like the Asiatic
black bear. Beginner to advanced hikers can
enjoy one of the many hiking trails of Jirisan
Mountain.
www.knps.or.kr
21 Nogodan Peak 노고단
At an altitude of 1,507 m, Nogodan is one of
the 3 major peaks of Jirisan Mountain along
with Cheonwangbong and Banyabong
Peaks. The hike to Nogodan is among the
easier courses in which hikers can enjoy the
beautiful natural scenery all year round.
There are many unique wildflowers that can
only be seen in the highlands, and hikers
can spend a night at the summit and see
the sunrise in the morning.
www.gurye.go.kr/tour
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22 Hwaeomsa Temple 화엄사
Located on the foothills of Jirisan Mountain,
this ancient temple of the Baekje period
said to have been built in 544, houses
many cultural relics. Gakhwangjeon Hall,
a massive wooden structure, and the
stone lantern that shows the extraordinary
sculpture skills of the Unified Silla era are
among the must-see relics in the temple.
www.hwaeomsa.com
23 Ssangsanje 쌍산재
Famous as the filming location of Youn's
Stay, a reality TV show starring Oscar
winner Yuh-jung Youn, Ssangsanje features
a beautiful bamboo forest and a camellia
forest trail. If you’d like to experience life
in a hanok (traditional Korean house) as
guests of Youn’s Stay did, you can make
reservations for overnight stays.
www.ssangsanje.com
24 Seonamsa Temple 선암사
This is a temple of the Silla period erected
in 875 on the foothills of Jogyesan
Mountain. Acorn, camellia and maple
trees that are hundreds of years old create
an unforgettable fall beauty. Visitors
can also enjoy a peaceful walk along the
12 km pilgrimage path leading up to
Songgwangsa Temple, or there other trails
to choose from.
www.seonamsa.net
25 Naganeupseong Folk Village
낙안읍성민속마을
This traditional village where the lifestyle of
the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910) has been
very well preserved, is an actual residential
village. Typical thatched roof houses of
Joseon called “chogajip” can be seen
throughout the village, and visitors can
participate in various experience programs
such as reenactments of traditional
weddings and trying on hanbok, traditional
Korean clothing.
www.suncheon.go.kr/nagan
26 Gwangyang Bulgogi Streets
광양불고기특화거리
Thinly sliced beef is marinated in a sweet
soy sauce marinade and charcoal grilled on
a gridiron. The Gwangyang Bulgogi Street
is lined with restaurants that serve grilled
bulgogi with many side dishes.
27 Suncheonman National Garden
순천만국가정원
As the venue of the 2013 Suncheonman
Bay Garden Expo, reproductions of unique
gardens from around the world can be
seen here. Visitors can take the “Sky Cube”
personal rapid train from the Garden to the
reed beds in Suncheonman Bay.
scbay.suncheon.go.kr
28 Suncheonman Bay 순천만습지
With a 5.4 km2 reed field and 22.6 km2
mudflat, Suncheonman is a wetland
recognized by the Ramsar Convention.
Many rare migratory birds spend the
winter in the region, and a great many
living organism can be seen in the mudflat.
The entire city of Suncheon, including
Suncheonman Bay, was designated a
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
scbay.suncheon.go.kr
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29 Expo Ocean Park 엑스포해양공원
After the Expo 2012 Yeosu, the venue
was turned into the Expo Ocean Park still
housing the Expo Memorial Hall, aquarium,
observatory and various other facilities. The
Big O Show, also from the Expo, is a water
+ laser show with the beaches of Yeosu as a
backdrop that still attracts big crowds.
www.expo2012.kr
30 Odongdo Island 오동도
Also called "Dongbaekseom" (Camellia
Island), the entire island is covered in
some 3,000 camellia trees. The island
is conveniently connected to downtown
Yeosu by a breakwater, so that tourists can
walk, drive or take the Camellia Train or a
motorboat.
31 Hyangiram Hermitage 향일암
As a hermitage sitting atop a coastal cliff,
Hyangiram offers exceptionally beautiful
views and is known as the best sunrise spot
of Yeosu. Many people have said that their
prayers were answered here, which is why
it is very popular among locals.
32 Dadohaehaesang National Park
다도해해상국립공원
The park comprises some 1,700 islands
scattered in the southern waters. Decades
and centuries of coastal erosions created
a very unique coastal landscape. There
is a ferry that tours major islands like
Geomundo in Yeosu, home of Korea’s first
lighthouse, and Heuksando, known for
skate fish.
www.knps.or.kr
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33 Daehan Dawon Tea Plantation
대한다원 보성녹차밭
This vast green tea leaf field produces
over 120 tons of green tea. Famous for the
refreshingly green field and cedar forest,
the plantation was featured in many Korean
movies, dramas and commercials. In May,
the Boseong Green Tea Festival welcomes
tourists to experience the country’s green
tea culture.
dhdawon.com
34 Cheongsando Island 청산도
This small island off the southern coast of
the Korean peninsula features extraordinary
views of the blue seas, mountains, and
terraced rice paddies. Designated a "Slow
City," the beautiful island of Cheongsando
is covered in rapeseed flowers in spring,
and you can rent a bike to tour the island.
Ferries to Cheongsando depart from the
Wando Ferry Terminal.
www.cheongsando.net
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Gyeonggi-do 45
Mancheonha Skywalk

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40 Cheongpung Cultural Heritage Complex 19 20
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18 Chungjuho Lake 8 Sights of Danyang
Jecheon Cheongpungho Sightseeing Monorail 17
35 Sobaeksan National Park 23

Hyeonchungsa Shrine
Cheollipo Arboretum Seosan Rock-carved
Buddha Triad 6 Chungcheongbuk-do
7 Independence Hall of Korea

Cheongju International Airport

Haemieupseong Walled Town 1
25
Deoksan Hot Spring District 5 16 Songnisan National Park
2
Taeanhaean National Park
Sejong
30
Chungcheongnam-do 8 Magoksa Temple
15 Beopjusa Temple

3 Anmyeondo Island 9 Tomb of King Muryeong & Royal Tombs

10 Gongsanseong Fortress
30
Gyeongsangbuk-do
14 Gyejoksan Mountain Red Clay Trail

Daejeon
11 Baekje Cultural Land
Daecheon Beach 4
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12 Gungnamji Pond

13 Jangtaesan Recreational Forest

Yellow Sea 251 1

Geumsan Ginseng Yangnyeong Market

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One hour from Seoul by KTX, Daejeon is a major transportation point often dubbed the “high-tech science

DAEJEON &
town of Korea." of Korea. It is home to the best science and engineering university of Korea and various
science exhibition halls and museums, as well as many hot spring and resort areas. The Chungcheong
Region, which is divided into Chungcheongnam-do and Chungcheongbuk-do provinces, was a prime area

CHUNGCHEONG REGION
during the Baekje period (18BCE–660CE). Many relics of the time have been preserved to this day, many
of which were registered as UNESCO World Heritage. Located along the west coast, Chungcheongnam-do
is home to many beaches and mudflats, and Chungcheongbuk-do is relatively less populated than other
regions of Korea, where visitors can enjoy a serene and quiet time.
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1 Haemieupseong Walled Town
해미읍성
Originally built during the Joseon Dynasty
(1392–1910) to protect against Japanese
attacks, it was a site where many Catholics
were executed. Through restoration and
purification projects, it is now a historic
park. Pope Francis visited the site in 2014.
www.seosan.go.kr/eng
2 Taeanhaean National Park
태안해안국립공원
Korea’s only coastal national park covers
about 230 km of the coastline of Taean-gun.
It boasts beautiful natural scenery made up
of some 130 islands, coastal sand dunes,
tidal flats, and rocky cliffs. People hiking or
camping out on the beaches or pine forests
along the coast are easily seen.
www.knps.or.kr
3 Anmyeondo Island 안면도
Originally a peninsula, it became an island
during the Joseon era, and today it is
connected to the mainland by a bridge. Part
of the island is included in the Taeanhaean
National Park, and it is home to many
beaches and recreational areas.
www.anmyondo.com
4 Daecheon Beach 대천해수욕장
The largest beach on the west coast, it is
known for its shallow waters and fine mud.
Visitors can experience the mud of the area
through mud facials and massages
at the Boryeong Mud Center, and there
is also a souvenir shop that sells various
mud-related products. The Boryeong Mud
Festival is held at the beach every July.
www.daecheonbeach.kr
5 Deoksan Hot Spring District
덕산온천지구
This more than 500-year-old natural hot
BORYEONG MUD FESTIVAL
보령머드축제
Every year in July, a major mud festival
welcomes people from all around the
world with fun and exciting activities
such as mud slides, mud wrestling,
mud body painting and much more.
mudfestival.or.kr
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spring contains sodium bicarbonate and
other minerals that promote healing. There
are many bath houses and hotels equipped
with Deoksan hot spring water.
www.yesan.go.kr/eng
6 Hyeonchungsa Shrine 현충사
After the death of Admiral Yi Sun-sin, the
place where he trained and practiced
was made into a shrine honoring the
Admiral. His old house and archery field
are located within the Shrine, and there is
also an exhibition hall where various relics
including materials regarding the Japanese
Invasion of Korea can be seen.
hcs.cha.go.kr
7 Independence Hall of Korea
독립기념관
This museum details the independence
movement of Korea. Historical events, such
as the forced Japanese occupation and
the suffering of the Korean people during
those times, and the nationwide 1910
Independence Movement, are documented
here. Outside the Hall is a walking trail
where visitors can see various sculptures.
www.i815.or.kr
8 Magoksa Temple 마곡사
Estimated to have been built in 640,
Magoksa is famous for the numerous
Buddhist paintings seen throughout the
temple. Although beautiful year-round,
the temple is especially beautiful in spring
when a greenery festival is held.
www.magoksa.or.kr
9 T omb of King Muryeong & Royal
Tombs 무령왕릉과 왕릉원
The tomb where the 25th king of Baekje
and his queen rest is very symbolic of the
Kingdom. Constructed in typical Southern
Dynasties (China) style, some 4,600
relics, including gold decorations, were
discovered inside the brick tomb and all
have been well-preserved. The actual tomb
BAEKJE HISTORIC AREAS
백제역사유적지구
Occupying the mid-western section
of the Korean peninsula, Baekje
(18BCE–660CE) was one of the 3
kingdoms of Korea destroyed in 660.
A group of sites in Gongju, which
was the capital of Baekje, Buyeo
and Iksan were recognized for their
architectural skills and unique culture,
and enlisted on the UNESCO World
Heritage list as the “Baekje Historic
Areas.” Baekje lived a very fancy and
sophisticated culture, and it was also
when Buddhism flourished.
www.baekje-heritage.or.kr
ⓒ Cultural Heritage Administration
DAEJEON & CHUNGCHEONG REGION
is not open to the public, but visitors can can enjoy forest bathing. The observation and the wooden Palgakjeong (octagonal)
see a replica at the exhibition hall of the deck at the top of the mountain provides Pavilion.
royal tombs. beautiful sunset views. www.beopjusa.org
www.baekje-heritage.or.kr www.jangtaesan.or.kr
16 Songnisan National Park
10 Gongsanseong Fortress 공산성 14 Gyejoksan Mountain Red Clay Trail 속리산국립공원
Built over a period of 64 years to protect 계족산 황톳길 This national park is comprised of
Gongju, Baekje’s capital, this fortress is This 14.5 km-long red clay trail is located Songnisan Mountain, which is among the
2,660 m long and sits on a ridge 110 m within the Jangdong Forest Park on “8 Sights of Korea”, and 3 valleys (Hwayang,
above sea level. The site of a palace, a pond, Gyejoksan Mountain. The Barefoot Festa Seonyu and Ssanggok). The many rocky
a temple, a pavilion and several other relics held here every May invites visitors to walk cliffs and peaks provide for beautiful
still remain to this day. The Geumgang River the trail barefoot and also participate in scenery adorned with pink cherry blossoms
flowing along the fortress, and a dense various other red clay programs. in spring, green pines in summer and fiery
forest create a beautiful sight. daejeontour.co.kr/en red and gold leaves in fall.
www.baekje-heritage.or.kr www.knps.or.kr
15 Beopjusa Temple 법주사
11 Baekje Cultural Land 백제문화단지 Located on the foothills of Songnisan 17 J echeon Cheongpungho Sightseeing
This place has recreated various facilities Mountain, this ancient temple has a history Monorail 제천 청풍호 관광모노레일
of the Baekje Kingdom (18BCE–660CE) of close to 1,500 years. It is best known for This monorail was installed on the 531 m
including its royal palace. The buildings housing cultural relics such as the 33 m-tall high Bibongsan Mountain in the middle of
within the palace, the Buddhist temples, gilt-bronze statue of the Maitreya Buddha Cheongpungho Lake. Riders can enjoy the
and the dancheong (traditional decorative
paintwork on wooden buildings) are great
examples of the architecture of the period.
Visitors can see what life was like during
the Baekje period through Sabigung, the
Kingdom's main palace; Neungsa, a major
temple of the time; Living Culture Village,
which shows the different social classes;
Wiryeseong Fortress, which played a major
role in its early years of Baekje; and the
Baekje Historical Museum, which provides
an overall summary of Baekje’s history and 20 21
culture.
www.bhm.or.kr
12 Gungnamji Pond 궁남지
This artificial pond is estimated to have
been made during the reign of King Mu
(r. 600–641), the 30th king of Baekje
Kingdom. The pond seen today was
restored in the 1960s, and at the end of
the wooden bridge sits a small pavilion in
the middle of the pond. Elegantly drooping
willow branches and colorful flowers
create a painting-like scenery. Every year in
July, many different types of lotus flowers
can be seen at the Buyeo Seodong Lotus
Flower Festival.
tour.buyeo.go.kr
13 Jangtaesan Recreational Forest
장태산자연휴양림
Passed the reservoir, at the entrance of
Jangtaesan Mountain is a metasequoia
(dawn redwood) forest with a lake and
unique rock formations where visitors 15
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CHUNGJUHO LAKE
충주호 유람선
Chungjunaru, Woraknaru, and several
other ferry quays on Chungjuho Lake
offer scenic ferry tours. Two of the
“8 Sights of Danyang,” Gudambong
and Oksubong Peaks, Woraksan
Mountain, and other scenic sights can
be seen from these tours. Chungjuho
is so large that is often called an
“inland ocean.”
www.chungjuhocruise.co.kr
view of the Lake and greatness of Mother
Nature on the 2.6 km round-trip monorail
that travels the height of the mountain.
tour.jecheon.go.kr
18 Chungjuho Lake 충주호
The largest lake in Korea was created with
the construction of the Chungju Dam.
Tourists can enjoy a scenic lakeside drive
or a scenic ferry tour. The lake is said to be
exceptionally beautiful when seen from
the nearby Ageobong (crocodile) Peak of
Daemisan Mountain.
www.chungju.go.kr/tour
19 Cheongpung Cultural Heritage
Complex 청풍문화재단지
With plenty of cultural relics and beautiful
natural scenery, Cheongpung-myeon was
once on the verge of being flooded due
to the construction of the Chungju Dam.
Fortunately, the village was relocated and
fostered as a cultural heritage complex.
More than 40 cultural heritage sites,
including hyanggyos (local Confucian school
of the Joseon Dynasty), government office
buildings, houses, and stone statues were
restored, and over 1,600 lifestyle relics
used by the ancients are showcased in the
houses. The cherry blossoms in spring and
the fall foliage are very beautiful.
tour.jecheon.go.kr
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23 ⓒKorea National Park Service
20 Mancheonha Skywalk other scholars praised their beauty.
만천하스카이워크 www.danyang.go.kr/english
Located on an 80 to 90 m-high cliff on
the Namhangang River, this glass-floored 23 Sobaeksan National Park
observation deck offers exceptional views 소백산국립공원
of Danyang and Sobaeksan Mountain under A major mountain of Korea, Sobaeksan is
their feet. Thrill-seekers can enjoy zipwire, covered in a pink blanket of royal azaleas
monorail, slides and other activities. in spring, and in fall, the trees blaze in
www.dytc.or.kr/mancheonha majestic hues of orange, crimson and gold.
Atop Yeonhwabong Peak is the Sobaeksan
21 Dodamsambong Peaks 도담삼봉 Astronomy Observatory, the core of Korean
The 3 stone peaks in the middle of astronomy where visitors can see various
Namhangang River are the best among the telescopes and other astronomical facilities.
“8 Sights of Danyang.” The biggest rock in www.knps.or.kr
the middle is Nampyeonbong (Husband
Peak) and to the right sits Cheobong (Wife
Peak), and Cheopbong (Mistress Peak) in
the left. They are especially beautiful in the
early morning when covered in fog, and at
night when a musical fountain show is on.
www.danyang.go.kr/english
22 8 Sights of Danyang 단양팔경
These are 8 of Danyang’s most beautiful
scenic spots, all of which are within 12 km
from downtown Danyang. Dodamsambong
Peaks, Seongmun Gate, Gudambong Peak,
Oksunbong Peak, Sainam Cliff, Haseonam
Rock, Jungseonam Valley and Sangseonam
Rock make up the “8 Sights of Danyang.”
Jeong Dojeon (1342–1398), a founding
17
contributor of the Joseon Dynasty, and many
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KOREA IN THE WORLD ARRIVING TO KOREA

Currency & Credit Cards Flights dessert cafés, indoor gardens, cultural spaces, exhibits, and much,
China Russia
The currency in Korea is the won (￦). Credit cards are widely The Incheon International much more. Additionally, a wide array of performances and exhibits
accepted, and in major tourist areas, especially downtown Seoul, U.S. Airport, only about 1 hour from are staged at the Korea Traditional Culture Center. For stop-over, lay-
Gimpo Yangyang
East Sea dollars may be accepted. International travelers can withdraw cash downtown Seoul by subway over or early/late travelers, there are many convenient amenities
Incheon
at ATMs in banks or convenience stores. or bus, is the main gateway to Cheongju such as pod hotels, shower facilities, luggage storage, parcel
Ulleungdo Island Korea servicing flights to and services, phone rental booths, and more.
Seoul • • • Dokdo Islands
• BILLS from most parts of the world. www.airport.kr
REPUBLIC OF KOREA There are 7 other international
Daegu
Japan
Yellow Sea airports in the country that International Ferries
Gimhae
• service flights mainly to Muan You can enter Korea from China, Japan, Russia,
Jeju Island KRW 1,000 KRW 10,000
Japan, China, Taiwan, Russian, and other parts of the world by international ferry.
Thailand, the Philippines, and Jeju For more information, go to the Korea Tourism
General Information other Asian and Southeast Asian Organization website or scan QR Code.
• Official Name: Republic of Korea (South Korea) countries. english.visitkorea.or.kr
• Capital City: Seoul Special City • Incheon International Airport www.airport.kr
KRW 5,000 KRW 50,000
• Population: Approx. 51.6 million (as of June 2022) • Korea Airports Corporation www.airport.co.kr • Incheon Port Incheon
• National Flag: Taegeukgi 032-570-6114, 1599-5985 Port Donghae Port
• National Flower: Mugunghwa (Rose of Sharon) • COINS Incheon International Airport www.icferry.or.kr Seoul
Since its opening in 2001, the Incheon International • Pyeongtaek Port Pyeongtaek
Geography Airport was ranked the #1 airport in the world 031-8024-8962 Port
• Location: Northeast Asia (between China and Japan) for more than 10 consecutive years. To better www.pyeongtaek.go.kr
• Area: Approx. 100,431 km2 KRW 10 KRW 50 KRW 100 KRW 500 service travelers, Terminal 2 was newly opened in • Busan Port
• Highest Mountain: Hallasan (1,947 m; Jeju Island) 2018. Themed “Artport,” Terminal 2 adds art to the Airport for an 051-400-1200
Busan Port
• Metropolitan Cities: Busan, Incheon, Daegu, Daejeon, Gwangju, entertainment space filled with much to see and enjoy. With self www.busanpa.com
Ulsan, Sejong Useful Phone Numbers check-in, smart counters, and shorter security lines, passengers can • Donghae Port
enjoy all the cultural spaces and attractions the airport has to offer. 033-531-5611
NUMBER INFORMATION LANGUAGE
Both terminals house various franchise restaurants, coffee shops,
Korea Travel Helpline
24-hour travel-related services
1330
(information, interpretation, complaint
report, etc.) FROM THE AIRPORT TO SEOUL OR OTHER REGIONS
Korea Disease Control &
English, Airport Limousine Buses
Government Prevention Agency
• Political System: Republic with direct election of 5-year term Information and guidelines on travel
Japanese,
From the Incheon International Airport, Gimpo International Airport City Airport Terminals
1339 Chinese,
vaccinations, and major infectious and other airports throughout Korea, visitors can take airport buses In order to facilitate the check-in process at the airport, “city
president Russian,
diseases (COVID-19, Zika, etc.). to Seoul and other parts of the country including Busan, Daejeon, airport terminals” can be found at Coex, Seoul Station and
• Separation of Powers: Executive, Legislative, Judicial branches Vietnamese,
Thai, Malay, Daegu, Gwangju, Gangneung, and more. Bus routes and times are the Gwangmyeong KTX Station. You can check-in and clear
Emergency Rescue Services available on the airport website. immigration procedures at any of these locations then take a
Electricity 220V/60hz Indonesian
Fire, rescue, ambulance, disaster bus, or AREX to the airport. Keep in mind that you must check
119 • Incheon Int’l Airport www.airport.kr
report, emergency care, hospital in at least 3.5 hours before your flight. Check the website or
Public Office and Store Hours • Other Airports www.airport.co.kr > Select Airport
information, etc. call for affiliated airlines and times.
• Government Offices: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Korean National Police Airport Railroad Express (AREX) • City Airport, Logis & Travel (Coex)
• Post Offices: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 112
Crime-related reports The AREX connects the Incheon International Airport to Seoul Station 1588-7946 www.calt.co.kr/lang/en/
• Banks: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Immigration Contact Center via a non-stop express train, or an all-stop train that also stops at • Seoul Station City Airport Terminal
• Department Stores: 10:30 a.m.–8 p.m.*
19 different 1599-7788 www.arex.or.kr
*Extended hours on special situations/occasions. 1345 Information, consulting regarding the Gimpo International Airport. It departs from both terminals at
languages • Gwangmyeong Station City Airport Terminal
foreigners living in Korea. Incheon. www.arex.or.kr
1544-7788 www.letskorail.com
Economy BBB Korea 20 different
• Currency: Won (KRW; ￦). 1588-5644 Incheon Int’l Airport ↔ Seoul Stn
24-hour translation service. languages
• Exchange Rate: US$1 = Approx 1,300won (as of June 2022) English,
• EXPRESS TRAIN
Seoul Dasan Call Center Terminal 1: 9,500won (43 mins) Terminal 2: 9,500won (51 mins)
• GDP: US$1.81 billion; 10th in world (as of 2021) Chinese,
General information about Seoul such • ALL-STOP TRAIN
• Major Industries: Semiconductor, automobile, shipping, 120 Japanese,
as transportation, tourism, 3-way Vietnamese, Terminal 1: 4,150won (59 mins) Terminal 2: 4,750won (66 mins)
electronics, steel, chemical, etc.
interpretation, etc. Mongolian *Additional refundable 500won will be charged for card deposit.

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LOCAL TRANSPORTATION LOCAL TRANSPORTATION

Subways Intercity & Express Buses Trains
Subways are operated in Seoul, Incheon, Busan, Daegu, Daejeon,
Transportation Cards
An extensive intercity and express bus network connects the Passenger trains operated by KORAIL (Korea Railroad) include the
and Gwangju. The Seoul Metropolitan Subway extends to parts of entire country. Buses are clean, convenient and on time. Terminals super high-speed KTX (Korea Train Express), ITX (Intercity Train
T-money
Incheon, Gyeonggi-do, Gangwon-do, and Chungcheongnam-do. are generally located in central areas, and except for Seoul, Express), regular Saemaeul and Mugunghwa, and commuter train
This is a prepaid transportation
The standard fare differs by region, and additional fare is added intercity and express terminal are usually close by if not in the Nuriro. Tickets can be purchased at train stations or online. If
card that can be used on all buses,
depending on total distance traveled. same building. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended if traveling on weekends or holidays prior reservation or purchasing
subways and taxis throughout
traveling on weekends or holidays. in advance is highly recommended.
Korea (may not be accepted in
• How to buy Single Journey Card (Seoul Metropolitan Subway) • Intercity Bus txbuse.t-money.co.kr 1599-7777, 1544-7788 www.letskorail.com
some countryside regions).
• Express Bus www.kobus.co.kr
• Cards can be purchased and charged at subway stations,
convenient stores, and all places with the “T-money” sign. KORAIL Pass
Terminals in Seoul
1 2 3 4 5 • Basic card 2,500won (card must be charged to use.) This rail pass, exclusively for foreign travelers, can be used on
①Select your destination. ②Insert requested fare (includes 500won all trains operated by KORAIL (excludes SRT, subway and tourist
Name Directions
M-pass (Seoul/Jeju Island) trains). Passes can be purchased online, or at select travel
card deposit) ③Retrieve card. ④Tap card on card reader. ⑤When Dong Seoul Terminal Gangbyeon Stn, Subway Line 2
This exclusive transportation card agencies or at KORAIL Travel Center. For further information go
arriving at your destination, find card return machine and insert used
for international travelers allows Seoul Express Bus Terminal Express Bus Terminal Stn, Subway Line 3, 7 or 9 to the KORAIL website. www.letskorail.com
card. You will receive 500won.
up to 20 uses/day on any public Central City Terminal Express Bus Terminal Stn, Subway Line 3, 7 or 9
transportation (Seoul subway, Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal Nambu Bus Terminal Stn, Subway Line 3
Buses buses, AREX, etc.) in Seoul or Jeju Sangbong Stn, Subway Line 7, Gyeongui- Adult Youth Child
Island. Sangbong Bus Terminal • 2 day select pass 121,000 96,000 61,000
Jungang Line or Gyeongchun Line
• Available at Incheon Int’l Airport (Tourist Information Center • 4 day select pass 193,000 154,000 97,000
or AREX Center), T-money Town (Seoul Station), and Myeong- • 3 consecutive day pass 138,000 110,000 69,000
dong Tourist Information Center TOUR BUSES • 5 consecutive day pass 210,000 168,000 105,000
Type Description (Seoul) Standard Fare (cash) • 1-Day Pass 15,000won; 2-Day Pass 23,000won; 3-Day Pass K-shuttle : This is a tourist bus exclusively for foreign
30,500won; 4-Day Pass 47,500won; travelers. It offers various packaged tours, including overnight,
Blue or Green buses that run
City 1,300won 5-Day Pass 64,500won and is accompanied by a tour guide. Fares include bus and
within the city
accommodations, and tipping is not required. For schedules,
Red buses run extensively between Flights
Intercity 2,400won Korea Tour Card routes and reservations go to website. www.k-shuttle.com
Seoul, Incheon and Gyeonggi-do Korea has a well-developed domestic flight network linking major
This is a transit card for international
cities. Reservations can be made at travel agencies or by phone or
N buses that go to major areas of tourists. It can be used to pay
Night 2,250won online.
Seoul from midnight to 5 a.m. for different types of public
transportation and offers a wide
• Korean Air 1588-2001 www.koreanair.com
range of benefits at some 170
Taxis • Asiana Airlines 1588-8000 www.flyasiana.com
tourist attractions, performance
Taxis are widely available 24 hours/day, and in the Seoul • Jeju Air 1599-1500 www.jejuair.net
venues, restaurants, shops, and
metropolitan area they can be categorized into Standard, Deluxe, • Jin Air 1600-6200 www.jinair.com
many other establishments in
International, and Jumbo (minivans). The standard fare (as of June • Eastar Jet 1544-0080 www.eastarjet.com
South Korea. If you're planning on
2022) begins at 3,800won for regular and international taxis, and • Air Busan 1666-3060 www.airbusan.com
visiting Busan, Yeosu, Tongyeong, City Tour Bus : Operated by most major cities throughout
6,500won for deluxe and jumbo taxis. An additional 20% is added • T-way Air 1688-8686 www.twayair.com
or other southern coastal areas, Korea, tour buses are offered in various themes such as
from midnight to 4 a.m. • Air Seoul 1800-8100 www.flyairseoul.com
you can purchase the "Namhaean major attractions, history, culture, night, etc. Tours are either
Approximate Fares for Standard Taxi Coast" edition of the card. Over accompanied by a guide or provide a pre-recorded audio
210 affiliated businesses in the guide. For further information go to the KTO website. International Airport Yangyang
To Hongik University 46,000won (+ toll fare)
From southern region offer discounts and benefits. english.visitkorea.or.kr Domestic Airport Gimpo
Incheon To Myeong-dong 55,000won (+ toll fare) • Mobile Korea Tour Card Incheon Wonju
Int’l Airport This is the mobile app version of the Korea
To Gangnam Station 59,000won (+ toll fare) Cheongju
Tour Card. With the NFC function of the mobile Rental Cars Pohang Gyeongju
phone, users can use it to pay not only for public
Major car rental companies are conveniently located near Gunsan Daegu
transportation (subway, bus, taxi, etc.) but Ulsan
airports, train stations or bus terminals. Drivers must have a valid Sacheon
also for purchases at Starbucks, McDonalds and convenience Gwangju
International Driving Permit (IDP) and a driver’s license issued by Gimhae
stores. Make sure to take advantage of all the benefits the Muan
country of residence. Only IDPs issued by a member state of the Yeosu
card offers including discounts at cultural events and tourist
Geneva Convention or the Vienna Convention are accepted. For
attractions. Jeju
further information go to website.
koreatourcard.kr
Deluxe Taxi english.visitkorea.or.kr
International Taxi

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SAFE TRAVEL SHOPPING

Tourist Police Illness and Injury Duty Free Shopping TAX REFUND CENTERS
Tourist Police dressed in uniforms are stationed in major tourist Cold, allergy, diarrhea, indigestion, painkillers, and other non- Tax free shopping in Korea can be categorized into “Duty Free” and • Global Blue www.globalblue.com
areas throughout Korea to provide interpretation and tourist prescription medications are available at pharmacies and some “Tax Refund.” Major duty free shops and stores with the “tax free” • GLOBAL TAX FREE web.gtfetrs.com
information. They also monitor and patrol illegal activities such convenient stores. sign do not add tax, whereas “tax refund” stores include tax in • Easy Tax Refund www.easytaxrefund.co.kr
as overcharging. Assistance is available in English, Chinese and the total price and you need to apply for a refund. However, since • CubeRefund www.cuberefund.com
Japanese. Accommodations 2016, immediate tax refund is available in most areas. Passport • eTAX FREE www.etax-free.com
• Seoul : Myeong-dong, Itaewon, Dongdaemun, Insa-dong, From luxury hotels to more affordable motels and guesthouses, must be presented on purchases of 30,000won to 500,000won
Hongdae, around Namdaemun, etc. there are many accommodation options available in Korea. Whether (maximum 5,000,000won for total purchases during your stay).
• Busan : Haeundae, Gwangalli, etc. you choose to stay at a hotel, motel, or a guesthouse, look for For purchases exceeding limit, refunds must be applied for at
• Incheon : Incheonhang Port, Songdo, Incheon Chinatown, etc. the Korea Quality KQ logo for guaranteed quality in service and the airport or certified locations throughout Korea. For further
10 a.m.–10 p.m. 1330 www.police.go.kr amenities. information go to website below.

Theft and Lost Items KOREA QUALITY

• Passport : Contact your country’s embassy in Korea as soon as
C ertified designation system
possible. It is highly recommended to prepare a copy of important
to help tourists choose quality
Other Information
documents (i.e. passport, ID, passport photos, etc.) before leaving
facilities and services. Casinos in Korea FYI
home.
• Credit Card : Immediately call credit card company. Close to 20 casinos exclusively for international • Restaurants Tipping is not customary and there is no additional
• Theft : Call Korean National Police at 112 from any phone. travelers are conveniently located within major charge for water or side dishes.
• Lost Items : Call Korean National Police at 182, or go to the Mobile Phone & Pocket Wi-Fi tourist resorts and hotels. For further information • Tourist Attractions Avoid wearing too short or revealing clothing
LOST112 website. If you've left/lost something on the subway, Lost Public phones are hard to find in Korea, so it is recommended to rent scan QR code on the right. when visiting temples or the DMZ.
and Found Centers can be found within subway stations. a cell phone or pocket Wi-Fi for safer and more convenient travel. • Transportation
1330 www.lost112.go.kr Major telecommunication carriers (SK, KT and LG) have information For Muslim Travelers ‣ All traffic,vehicles, and pedestrians move on the right side.
⁕For interpretation services or 3-way call with necessary and rental counters at the Incheon International Airport. Travelers Korea is a Muslim-friendly country ‣ Designated seats for elderly, disabled and pregnant women on
agencies/organizations, call the Korean Travel Helpline. can rent phones or pocket Wi-Fi, or purchase a prepaid SIM card to with many halal restaurants, prayer most public transportation.
insert in personal smartphones (phones must be “unlocked”). rooms and other Muslim amenities. • Public Areas
1330 Korea Travel Helpline & Complaint Center • SK Telecom www.sktroaming.com For a list of restaurants and prayer ‣ Smoking is prohibited in buildings, streets, parks and other
Restaurants Prayer Rooms
Operated by the Korea Tourism Organization, this is a toll-free • KT Olleh globalshop.kt.com rooms go to the KTO website. public areas.
helpline offering tourist information and interpretation services and • LG U+ uplus.co.kr visitkorea.or.kr > Attractions > Themed Travel > Muslim-friendly Travel ‣ Free Wi-Fi is widely available throughout Korea, especially public
also serves as a tourism complaint center. It is available in various • Play WiFi www.playwifikorea.com areas.
languages including English, Japanese, and Chinese. • Wi-Fi Dosirak www.wifidosirak.com ‣ Public restrooms are free.
1330 www.touristcomplaint.or.kr • Others You may have to take your shoes off when entering
houses, temples, guesthouses (or motels), and some restaurants.

Mobile Apps by KTO

VisitKorea Emergency Ready
Provides information on where to go, This is a safety portal app developed by
eat and sleep and what to do, eat and the Korean government. It offers safety
see in Korea. It also includes discount information for emergencies and daily
coupons, travel tips and more. situations.

1330 Korea Travel Helpline Odii

Free Wi-Fi phone to call the Korea Audio guide tells fun and interesting
Travel Helpline for any and all tourist stories behind major tourist sites in
information you may need. Korea.

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REPUBLIC OF KOREA Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Goseong

고성

Yeoncheon Cheorwon
연천
철원
Hwacheon Yanggu Sokcho
속초
화천 양구 Inje
인제 Yangyang
Dongducheon 양양
동두천 Pocheon
포천
Gapyeong Gangneung
Yangju 가평
강릉
Paju
양주
Gyeonggi-do Chuncheon
파주
춘천 Gangwon-do
경기도
Goyang Uijeongbu Hongcheon
강원도
Dokdo Is.
고양 의정부 Namyangju 홍천 독도
Incheon Guri 남양주 Ulleungdo Is.
인천 Gimpo Seoul 구리 Donghae 울릉도
김포 서울 Yangpyeong Hoengseong 동해
Bucheon 양평 횡성
부천 Gwacheon Hanam
과천 하남
Gwangmyeong
Uiwang Gwangju Samcheok
Siheung 광명 Anyang 의왕 Seongnam Wonju Jeongseon 삼척
시흥 안양 성남 광주 원주
Pyeongchang 정선
Ansan Gunpo Suwo 평창

안산 군포
수원 Yeoju East Sea
Yongin 여주 Jecheon
Hwaseong 용인
Icheon 제천 Taebaek
화성 Yeongwol
Osan 이천 태백
동해
영월
오산
Danyang
단양 Uljin
Anseong Chungju 울진
안성 Eumseong 충주
Pyeongtaek 음성 Chungcheongbuk-do
Dangjin 평택 Bonghwa
Goesan 충청북도 봉화
당진 괴산
Jincheon
Asan 진천
Jeungpyeong Yeongju
Seosan 아산 Cheonan 증평
영주
Taean 서산
Hongseong 천안 Yecheon
태안 홍성
Yesan Mungyeong 예천
Cheongju 문경 Yeongyang
예산 청주 Andong
영양
Sejong 안동 Yeongdeok
Chungcheongnam-do Cheongsong 영덕
세종 Boeun
충청남도
Uiseong 청송
Gongju 보은
Cheongyang 의성
청양
공주 Daejeon Okcheon Sangju
상주
Boryeong 대전 옥천
보령 Gyeryong Gyeongsangbuk-do
Buyeo 계룡 Gimcheon Gunwi 경상북도
김천 군위
부여
Nonsan Gumi
논산
Geumsan Yeongdong 구미
Yellow Sea Seocheon 영동 Chilgok Pohang
서천 금산 포항
칠곡
황해 Iksan
익산 Wanju Muju Yeongcheon
Gunsan 완주 무주 영천
군산
Jinan Seongju
진안 성주
Daegu Gyeongju
Gimje
김제 Gyeongsan 경주
Jeonju Jeollabuk-do Goryeong
대구
경산
Buan 전주 전라북도 고령
부안 Geochang
Jangsu 거창 Cheongdo Ulsan
장수 청도
Imsil Hapcheon 울산
Jeongeup 임실 합천 Changnyeong
정읍 창녕
Hamyang Miryang
Gochang 함양 Uiryeong 밀양
Yangsan
고창
Sunchang Namwon Sancheong 의령 양산
Jangseong 순창 남원 산청 Haman
Damyang Gyeongsangnam-do 함안
장성 Gurye Jinju
Yeonggwang
담양
구례 경상남도 Gimhae Busan
진주
영광 Gokseong 김해 부산
Gwangju 곡성
광주
Hadong Changwon
창원
Hampyeong 하동
함평 Hwasun
Muan 화순
무안 Naju Suncheon Gwangyang
광양 Sacheon Goseong
나주 Jeollanam-do 순천 고성 Geoje
사천
Shinan 전라남도
Tongyeong
거제
신안 Mokpo 통영
Korea Strait
목포
Yeongam Namhae
Jangheung Boseong 남해
영암 보성
Goheung
대한해협
장흥
여수
Gangjin
강진 Goheung
고흥
Haenam KTX (high-speed train)
Jindo Is. 해남
진도 Railroad
Expressway
Wando Is. Metropolitan City
완도
City / Province Boundary
City / County
Airport
Ferry Terminal
Jeju Train Station
제주
Jeju Special Self-governing Province
제주특별자치도
Seogwipo
서귀포
24km 48km N
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SEOUL METROPOLITAN SUBWAY
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Uijeongbu Jung-ang Dong-o Sae-mal Gyeonggi Provincial Government Hyoja Gonjae Eoryong Songsan Tapseok
의정부중앙 동오 새말 Northern Office 효자 곤제 어룡 송산 탑석
Balgok
Dongducheon Jungang 발곡 경기도청북부청사
Yadang 야당 Hoeryong 회룡
Mangwolsa Gc
GJ 동두천중앙 망월사
Imjingang Munsan Paju Wollong Geumchon Geumneung Unjeong Tanhyeon 탄현 1
임진강 문산 파주 월롱 금촌 금릉 운정 Soyosan Dongducheon Bosan Jihaeng Deokjeong Deokgye Yangju Nogyang Ganeung Uijeongbu Dobongsan Suraksan Chuncheon 춘천
Ilsan 일산 소요산 동두천 보산 지행 덕정 덕계 양주 녹양 가능 Heungseon 의정부 Beomgol 범골 도봉산 수락산
흥선 Namchuncheon 남춘천
Pungsan 풍산 LRT Uijeongbu 경전철의정부 Jangam 장암
Uijeongbu City Hall Madeul Gimyujeong 김유정
Dokbawi Bukhansan 의정부시청 7 Dobong 도봉 마들
3 Baengma 백마 독바위 Bogungmun Samyang Sageori April 19th Nat'l Cemetery Gangchon 강촌
Jeongneung 북한산보국문 삼양사거리 �.��민주묘지
Goksan 곡산 정릉 Ui Banghak 방학
Daehwa Baegyang-ri 백양리
대화 Jeongbalsan Madu Baekseok Daegok Hwajeong Wondang Wonheung Samsong Jichuk Gupaball Yeonsinnae Bulgwang Nokbeon Hongje Muakjae Dongnimmun Sungshin Women's Univ. Solsaem Samyang Hwagye Gaori Solbat Park Bukhansan Ui Nowon Sanggye Danggogae
솔샘 삼양 화계 가오리 솔밭공원 북한산우이
정발산 마두 백석 대곡 화정 원당 원흥 삼송 지축 구파발 연신내 불광 녹번 홍제 무악재 독립문 성신여대입구 Chang-dong 창동 노원 상계 당고개 Gulbongsan 굴봉산
Juyeop Byeollae Byeolgaram
주엽 Gireum Miasageori Mia Suyu Ssangmun 별내별가람 Gapyeong 가평
Gusan Hansung Univ. Nokcheon 녹천 Junggye 중계
한성대입구 길음 미아사거리 미아 수유 쌍문
구산 Wolgye 월계 Sangcheon 상천
Banghwa Neunggok Haengsin Gangmae Yeokchon 역촌 Kwangwoon Hagye 하계
방화 Gyeongbokgung Bomun Onam 오남
능곡 행신 강매 경복궁
Anam Korea Univ. Wolgok Sangwolgok Dolgoji Univ. Gongneung 공릉 Cheongpyeong 청평
5 Eungam 보문 안암 고려대 월곡 상월곡 돌곶이 광운대
Hwajeon 6 응암 Jinjeop 진접
GB 화전
Anguk Hyehwa
Hwarangdae 화랑대 Daeseong-ri 대성리
Yangchon Gurae Masan Janggi Unyang Geolpo Bukbyeon Sau Pungmu Gaehwasan Saejeol Gwanghwamun 안국 혜화 Seokgye Taereung
개화산 새절 광화문 Changsin 석계 태릉입구 Maseok 마석
양촌 구래 마산 장기 운양 걸포북변 사우 풍무 Gochon Meokgol 먹골 4
Susaek Seodaemun 창신 Bonghwasan 봉화산
고촌 수색 Jeungsan Jongno Hankuk Univ. of Sinimun
증산 서대문 Cheonmasan 천마산
Gaehwa Airport Market Sinbanghwa Gajwa Sinchon 3(sam)-ga Jongno 5(o)-ga Dongdaemun Dongmyo Sinseol-dong Jegi-dong Cheongnyangni Foreign Studies 신이문
Sangbong Junghwa 중화
개화 공항시장 신방화 가좌 신촌 종로�가 종로�가 동대문 동묘앞 신설동 제기동 청량리 외대앞 상봉 Sinnae Byeollae Sareung Geumgok
Jonggak 6 신내 별내 사릉 금곡
I-1 9 종각 Pyeongnae Hopyeong
2 Galmae 평내호평
Gimpo Int'l Airport Magongnaru Digital Media City Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Yongdu Toegyewon
Ewha
Hoegi 회기 Jungnang 중랑 Yangwon 갈매 퇴계원
Gyeyang 김포공항 마곡나루 디지털미디어시티 용두
A'REX 계양 Gyulhyeon Womans Univ. Ahyeon Chungjeongno City Hall Euljiro 3(sam)-ga 동대문역사문화공원 Sindang Sangwangsimni Wangsimni Sindap
Mangu
망우
양원 GJ
귤현 이대 아현 충정로 시청 을지로�가 신당 상왕십리 왕십리 신답 Janghanpyeong Myeonmok 면목 Guri 구리
I-2 Songjeong Yangcheon World Cup Stadium 장한평 Jipyeong 지평 1 Line 1
Sagajeong 사가정 Donong 도농
송정 Hyanggyo 월드컵경기장 Euljiro 1(il)-ga Euljiro 4(sa)-ga Majang Dapsimni
Bakchon
양천향교 을지로입구 을지로�가 마장 답십리 Yongmasan 용마산 Yongmun 용문
Geomdan Oryu 검단오류 박촌 Sinchon Haengdang
Hanyang 2 Line 2
신촌
Aeogae Univ. Gunja Junggok 중곡 Yangjeong 양정
애오개 Cheonggu Singeumho 행당 군자 Wondeok 원덕
Wanggil 왕길 Gayang Hongik Univ. 청구 신금호 한양대 Yongdap
Mapo-gu Office 홍대입구
Myeong-dong Chungmuro Dongguk Univ. 용답 3 Line 3
Magok 가양 Deokso 덕소
Geomdan Sageori 검단사거리역 Imhak 마곡
마포구청 Hoehyeon 명동 충무로 동대입구 Ttukseom
뚝섬
Yangpyeong 양평
임학
Seoul 회현 Yaksu 4 Line 4
Sogang Univ. Gongdeok Station 약수 Seoul Forest Seongsu Dosim 도심 Obin 오빈
Majeon 마전 Jeungmi
서강대 공덕 Sookmyung 서울숲 성수 Children's
증미 서울역 Beotigogae
Mangwon Women's Univ. Noksapyeong 버티고개 Grand Park Ungilsan Yangsu Sinwon Guksu 5 Line 5
Wanjeong 완정 Balsan 숙대입구 녹사평
Eungbong 어린이대공원
Achasan Paldang
운길산 양수 신원 국수
Gyesan 망원 Geumho 응봉 아차산 팔당 Asin 아신
발산 6 Line 6
Dokjeong 독정 계산 Deungchon 금호 Ttukseom Park Konkuk Univ. 건대입구
등촌
Hapjeong Sangsu Gwangheungchang Daeheung Hyochang Park Samgakji Itaewon Hangangjin 뚝섬유원지
합정 상수 광흥창 대흥 효창공원앞 삼각지 이태원 한강진 Hanam City Hall
Geomam 검암 Namyeong Guui 구의 하남시청 7 Line 7
Yeomchang Sinmokdong Seonyudo Dangsan National Assembly Mapo 남영 Oksu Apgujeongrodeo
Gyeongin Nat'l Univ. Ujangsan 염창 신목동 선유도 당산 마포 Sinyongsan 압구정로데오 Gangbyeon 강변 Godeok
국회의사당 Hannam 옥수 고덕 Hanam
Geombawi 검바위 우장산 신용산 Gwangnaru Sangil-dong Gangil Misa Hanam Pungsan 8 Line 8
of Education 한남 Gangnam-gu Office Cheongdam 광나루 상일동 강일 미사 하남풍산 Geomdansan
경인교대입구 Yeouinaru Ichon 강남구청 하남검단산
Asiad Stadium Hwagok Yongsan Seobinggo 청담
2 Sinjeong Mok-dong Omokgyo Yangpyeong Yeongdeungpo-gu Office 여의나루 용산 이촌 서빙고 Myeongil 9 Line 9
아시아드경기장 화곡 신정 목동 오목교 양평 Gangdong-gu 명일 5
영등포구청 Apgujeong
Jakjeon Office Cheonho Amsa
Seo-gu Office 서구청 작전 Yeongdeungpo Market Yeouido 압구정 천호 암사
여의도
Nonhyeon 강동구청 Gubeundari Airport Railroad Express
Sang-dong Kkachisan 영등포시장 Saetgang 논현 Jamsillaru Gil-dong A'REX
까치산 Sinjeongnegeori Yangcheon-gu Office Dorimcheon Mullae 문래 샛강 Sinsa 신사 Hak-dong 잠실나루
8 길동 굽은다리
상동 Bucheon City Hall Gangdong
Cheongna Int'l City Gajeong 가정 부천시청 신정네거리 양천구청 도림천 Singil 신길 Dongjak 학동 강동 Incheon Airport Maglev Train
청라국제도시 Galsan Sindorim Nodeul Gubanpo Sinbanpo Mongchontoseong M
신도림 Noryangjin 노들 동작 구반포 Jamwon 몽촌토성 (Temporarily Closed)
Gajeong 갈산 Daebang 신반포
Sinjung-dong Oryu-dong 노량진 잠원 Jamsil 잠실 Dunchon-dong Olympic Park VHS Medical Center
Jungang Market Samsan Gymnasium 오류동 대방
삼산체육관 신중동 Gaebong 개봉 Guil 구일 Guro Yeongdeungpo Heukseok Songpanaru 송파나루 둔촌동 올림픽공원 중앙보훈병원
가정중앙시장역
구로 영등포 Seoul Regional Office of 흑석 Chongshin Express Bus Banpo Sinnonhyeon
Jamsilsaenae 9 GJ Gyeongui-Jungang Line
Seonjeongneung 잠실새내
Gulpocheon Chunui Military Manpower Terminal 반포 신논현 Hanseong Baekje Dunchon Oryun
굴포천
Kkachiul Onsu Cheonwang Cheolsan Daerim Sinpung Boramae 서울지방병무청 Sangdo Namseong Univ. (Isu) 선정릉
Sangok 춘의 까치울 온수 천왕 철산 대림 신풍 총신대입구(이수) 고속터미널 한성백제 둔촌오륜 Gc Gyeongchun Line
산곡 보라매 상도 남성 Bongeunsa
Seongnam Sapyeong 봉은사 Seokchon 석촌 Songpa
석남 Bupyeong-gu Office Eonju Samseong
Bucheon Stadium Gwangmyeongsageori Gasan Digital Namguro Boramae Park 보라매공원 Sindaebangsamgeori Jangseungbaegi Soongsil Univ. Naebang 내방 사평 언주 송파 Bangi S·B Suin-Bundang Line
7 부평구청 Jungang Sports Complex
부천종합운동장 Yeokgok 광명사거리 남구로 신대방삼거리 장승배기 숭실대입구 Seoul Nat'l Univ.
삼성중앙 방이
West Woman’s 역곡 Complex Boramae Medical Center 종합운동장 Seokchon Gobun
Community Bupyeong Bugae Songnae Jung-dong Bucheon 가산디지털단지 보라매병원 Sadang Bangbae Seocho of Education Seolleung Garak Market Nat'l Police Hospital Shinbundang Line
Danggok 당곡 방배 서초 교대 선릉 석촌고분 가락시장 경찰병원 S
Center Bupyeong Market 부평 부개 송내 중동 부천 Doksan Guro Digital Complex 사당
부평시장 Samseong Samjeon
서부여성회관 독산 구로디지털단지
3
Sosa Sosaeul Sindaebang Sillim Gangnam 삼성 삼전 Daecheong Irwon Gg Gyeonggi-Gwangju Line
Bupyeongsamgeori 부평삼거리 소사 소새울 Siheung Daeya Bongcheon Seoul Nat'l Univ Nakseongdae Yeoksam Ogeum
Incheon Gajwa Baegun 백운 Dongsu 시흥대야 신대방 신림 봉천 서울대입구 낙성대 Namtaeryeong 강남 역삼 대청 일원 Suseo Munjeong 문정 오금
인천가좌 Dongam 동암 동수
Geumcheon-gu Seowon 남태령
Hanti 한티 수서 5 Seohae Line
Ganseogogeori 간석오거리 Office Hangnyeoul Jangji 장지 Sh
서원 S Daemosan Gaerong Geoyeo Macheon
Gajaeul Ganseok 간석 Gwangmyeong 금천구청 Nambu Yangjae Maebong Dogok Daechi 학여울 개롱 거여 마천
가재울
Incheon City Hall Seokcheon Sageori Morenae Market Gwanak Anyang Seoul Nat'l Univ. Venture Town Gwanaksan Seonbawi 대모산입구
인천시청 광명 관악 안양 관악산 Bus Terminal 양재 매봉 도곡 대치 Incheon Metro Line 1
석천사거리 모래내시장 서울대벤처타운 선바위 Bokjeong I-1
Yeongjong Sincheon Seoul 남부터미널 복정
Juan National Mansu 만수 신천 1 Seoksu Myeonghak 명학 Namwirye
영종 Juan 주안 Citizens Park Seokbawi Grand Park 남위례 Incheon Metro Line 2
Industrial Complex 석수 Seoul Racecourse Park Guryong Gaepo-dong I-2
Unseo 주안국가산단 시민공원 Market Arts Center Namdong-gu Surisan Sanbon Beomgye Indeogwon Gwacheon 대공원 경마공원 구룡 개포동 Sanseong 산성
Dohwa 도화 석바위시장 예술회관 Sinhyeon 범계 인덕원 과천 Gachon Univ.
운서 Office 수리산 산본 Yangjae Citizen's Forest Cheonggyesan Ever Line
남동구청 신현 가천대 Ever
Jemulpo 제물포 Incheon Bus Terminal Daeyami Gwanggyo Jungang Seongbok 양재시민의숲 청계산입구
Incheon Int'l Airport 인천터미널
Siheung 대야미 Geumjeong Pyeongchon Government Complex 광교중앙 성복 Pangyo
Incheon Grand Park Taepyeong Namhansanseong
Cargo Terminal Dowon 도원 Munhak Sports Complex 인천대공원
City Hall Siheung 금정 평촌 Gwacheon S Dongcheon 판교 남한산성입구 U Uijeongbu Line
문학경기장역 시흥시청 Neunggok Moran 태평
공항화물청사 Banwol 반월 정부과천청사 Gwanggyo Sanghyeon Suji-gu Office 동천 Imae Yatap
Dongincheon 동인천 Seonhak 선학 Unyeon 운연 시흥능곡 Gunpo 군포 Giheung 기흥 광교 상현 수지구청 모란
이매 야탑 Ui Ui-Sinseol Line
Incheon Int'l Airport 1 Sinyeonsu 신연수 Yeongtong Dandaeogeori
Incheon 인천 Namdong Induspark Incheon Nonhyeon Sangnoksu
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Terminal 1 상록수 Sari 사리 Yamok Cheongmyeong Sanggal Singal Guseong Bojeong Jukjeon Ori Migeum Jeongja Sunae Seohyeon 단대오거리 GB Gimpo Gold Line
인천공항�터미널 S·B 남동인더스파크 인천논현 Wolgot Dangjeong 당정 청명 상갈 신갈 구성 보정 죽전 오리 수내 서현 Sujin Sinheung
Long Term Parking
월곶 미금 정자 Samdong 삼동
장기주차장 Sinpo 신포 Dalmi Hanyang Univ. 야목 수진 신흥
Incheon Int'l Airport Woninjae Hogupo Soraepogu 달미 at Ansan Mangpo 망포 Kangnam Univ. 강남대 S Sillim Line
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Terminal 2 Administration Complex Darwol 한대앞 Eocheon Gyeonggi Gwangju Chowol Gonjiam Sindundoyechon Icheon Bubal Sejongdaewangneung Yeoju
인천공항�터미널 합동청사 Sungui 숭의 Dongchun 동춘 Seonbu 어천 Maetan Gwonseon 매탄권선 Jiseok 지석 경기광주 초월 곤지암 신둔도예촌 이천 부발 세종대왕릉 여주
Songdo 송도 달월 선부 Jungang
A'REX Paradise City Dongmak 동막 4 중앙 Omokcheon Sungkyunkwan Univ. 1
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Campus Town 캠퍼스타운 Oido Gojan 1 Ever Transfer Station
Inha Univ. 인하대 오이도 고잔 Gosaek 고색 Eojeong Dongbaek Chodang Samga City Hall · Yongin Univ. Myongji Univ. Gimnyangjang Stadium · Songdam College Gojin Bopyeong Dunjeon Jeondae · Everland
Water Park Songdo Moonlight Hwaseo 화서 Maegyo 매교 Seodongtan 어정 동백 초당 삼가 시청·용인대 명지대 김량장 운동장·송담대 고진 보평 둔전 전대·에버랜드 Sinchang
워터파크 Technopark 테크노파크 서동탄 신창 KTX Station
Festival Park Central Park Jeongwang
Yongyu 용유 송도달빛축제공원 센트럴파크 BIT Zone 지식정보단지 정왕 Choji Sh
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Singil oncheon Ansan Wonsi Suwon Seryu Byeongjeom Sema Osan College Osan Jinwi Songtan Seojeong-ri Pyeongtaek Jije Pyeongtaek Seonghwan Jiksan Dujeong Cheonan Bongmyeong Ssangyong Asan Tangjeong Baebang
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