2024 South Korea Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)

「Korea LegoLand」- The largest Lego block world in Asia, limited time offer!

Korea's newest attraction, Korea LegoLand, is the largest legoland in all of Asia. It features seven themed areas with about 40 amusement facilities, constructed with blocks to represent iconic Korean landmarks such as Jeju Island, Haeundae, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and more... Step into the colorful world of blocks, which is beautiful and eye-catching, suitable for visitors of all ages. Children can unleash their creativity, making it a great destination for families to enjoy a wonderful day together. 👍👍👍👍

🌳 Alone Tree , Olympic Park | Seoul ภายในสวน Olympic Park กว้างมากและอากาศดีมากค่ะ บรรยากาศในสวนร่มรื่นมากยิ่งมาช่วงหน้าหนาวอากาศดีสุดๆไปเลยค่ะ 🍂 เมื่อมาถึงที่นี่แล้วต้องห้ามพลาดที่จะมาตามหาเจ้าต้นไม้เดียวดายหรือ Alone Tree กันด้วยนะคะ รับรองว่าได้รูปถ่ายสวยๆกับเจ้าต้นนี้ไปเยอะแน่ๆค่า 🚆 ลงสถานี Olympic Park Exit 3 เดินต่อมาไม่ไกลค่า #บินลัดฟ้าสู่ฮ่องกง #เที่ยวเกาหลี

Starbucks Hopping in South Korea (Part 1)

South Korea is known for its coffee culture and unique cafes in Yeonnam-dong and Ikseon-dong. Apart from that, Seoul Korea Starbucks are very outstanding and I have been on an Starbucks exploration during my recent trips. 1. Imagine sipping in the World's tallest Starbucks in the World! Watch the sun set while savouring a cup of cake with pastries at Level 99 at Busan X The Sky at Haeundae. 2. Gyeongju has several UNESCO heritage sites. This hanok Starbucks in Gyeongju is a landmark representative of the city's historical culture. It is located near Daereungwon where the ancient royal family tomb lies. 3. Starbucks Reserve Famille Park was built with a geometric glass dome. It has a unique architecture internally and externally. This was built in 2014 (10 years ago! ) in celebration of Starbucks' 15th year in Korea and this is its 800th store! Let me win my next trip to explore the beautiful South Korea! More Korea trip sharings on IG joslovesfood and TheKoreaTraveller. #2024wish #starbucksreserve #busan #gyeongju #southkorea #seoul #busanxthesky #starbuckskorea #

Best 2023 Trip - KOREA 🥹💕

Enjoyed my trip to Seoul & Busan - it was a gastronomical and sightseeing journey filled with good food, pretty #cafes & AMAZING sights 💕 SEOUL highlight - finally visited Onion Anguk which has been on my wish list since 2021 🥹 Loved the HUGE selection of pastries 🫶🏼 #Seoul to #Busan - took the KTX Express Train BUSAN highlight - the Gamcheon Cultural Village was so colourful & the locals were so friendly!! definitely a must-go if you’re heading to Busan ☺️ #2024wish is to travel to Japan 🇯🇵 & New Zealand 🇳🇿

Explore the South Sea and stay at this amazing pool villa for a breathtaking view in Melbourne! 💙

This is my favorite place, the Harmony Pool Villa. I've been here twice already, and it's absolutely fabulous! They even have a special one-year anniversary offer, which includes a private pool, barbecue, fire pit, and a delicious fish slice noodle breakfast! 🐟 On a beautiful afternoon, playing in the pool with the sea lions is such a treat! It's truly an enjoyable experience! 🦭♥️🌊 Here, you can appreciate the unique interior design and the stunning infinity blue pool. It's so mesmerizing! 🌟 In the morning, waking up to a fish slice noodle breakfast is pure bliss! Every aspect of this place is just phenomenal! If you haven't planned your vacation yet, come and experience it here! 🫶🏻 🏡 Harmony Pool Villa is located at 797-14 South Road, South Sea Town. It's perfect for couples and accommodates up to four people. It's a great place for family relaxation, with a special playground area for kids. 👫🏻 The rooms feature a bedroom, kitchen, bathtub, private pool, outdoor barbecue grill, bonfire area, self-service fish slice noodle breakfast, and a welcome drink. There's even a storage box specifically for swimsuits.

Cannot wait to visit Korea again

I Visited Korea recently and it was HEAVEN!!!!! I went to Seoul and Busan to visit the many famous historical landmarks and attractions such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Bukchon Hanok Village, Gamcheon Cultural Village, Haeundae beach and many more!!!! And how can you visit Korea without eating their variety of delicious foods 😋😍. As I am a big foodie, I visited the famous food markets such as Gwangjang Market, namdaemun market and Myeongdong market and tried many of their food sold such as gimbap, tteokbokki, kalguksu, mandu and many more as shown in the pictures. Just thinking about the food is making my mouth watering again 😭😭😭. If you're also into facial products like me, remember to check out olive young for they affordable and wide variety of products! They are everywhere so it is easy to buy things that you have forgotten or last minute want to buy. The people there are also extremely friendly from my experience. Korea is a must visit place for everyone going overseas with their friends, families or love ones. I can't wait to go back again in the future #south_korea #seoul #busan

Visit South Korea

Create Your Personal Self Guided Seoul Tour. Download, Print or Use The Free App. Find Top Attractions in Seoul. Discover Seoul With These Unique Experiences Daejeon- jangtaesan Natural Forest Seoul - Coffee Prince shooting location ( Cafeteria) Gangwondo - seoraksan Asan city - Asan gingko Tree #2023travelwish #mytripvlog #tripblazers #dreamdestinationswitzerland

Beautiful Morning In South Korea

South Korea, an East Asian nation on the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, shares one of the world’s most heavily militarized borders with North Korea. It’s equally known for its green, hilly countryside dotted with cherry trees and centuries-old Buddhist temples, plus its coastal fishing villa. #2023travelwish #mytripvlog #tripblazers #travelwishswitzerland

Mountain Trees

Getting There - 461, Jangan-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon Attractions - Trees, lake, mountain, hiking, view from the top Hotels - pension house guesthouse Food & Restaurants - cafeteria langs Shopping - wala #celebratewithtrip #spooktaculartrip #tripblazers #fallingforfall #chungcheongnamdo #enjoylifetothefullest #southkoreatravel #mountainview #forestpark

Beautiful Season

1. Bukhansan National Park Seoul District Address - 262, Bogungmun-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul Highlights - Baegundae Peak. City View Rating - 5 2. Pension House Address - 461, Jangan-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon Highlights - Baekdusan , i think that's the name Rating - 4 3. Asan Place Address - 502-3, Baegam-ri, Yeomchi-eup, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do Highlights - gingko tree Rating - 4 #celebratewithtrip #spooktaculartrip #tripblazers #fallingforfall #mytripvlog

South Korea Place to Visit

1. Ulsan Bawi Address - 1091, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do Highlights - Ulsan Peak is the most well-known attraction at Seoraksan Mountain. Rating - 5 2. Nami Island Address - 1, Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do Highlights - island Rating - 5 3. Jangtae Mountain Address - 461, Jangan-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon Highlights - Natural Forest Rating - 5 #celebratewithtrip #spooktaculartrip #tripblazers #fallingforfall #mytripvlog

Getting There - Autumn 🍂 escape to South Korea !! I took Asiana airline to Korea , recently they have been promoting in 🇸🇬 for their air fare and cheap compare to Korean airlines. Attractions - Autumn foliage , local foods and temples and beaches . Busan is so much more than what you can see and feel . such a cool place compared to Seoul . Hotels - Toyogo Inn Hotel Busan . Just opposite of Busan station and east for travelling in out to small town . Food & Restaurants - variety of food to eat . Famous with BBQ pork and soju is a must for cold weather . The best part was , soju - very cheap . in SG one bottle of soju is 10 sgd plus and Busan is around 2 sgd . Shopping - local foods #awesometrip #🍂

Booked flights to Seoul from Trip.com. It was nice that trip sends notifications to update flight status and other relevant Information. Among the many places explored, we also went to Busan to see Gamcheon Village, the macchu picchu of Korea, and Jagalchi market, the largest fish market. We also visited the largest Palace, Gyeongbokgung in Seoul, Nami Island, Petite France and Garden of the morning calm. Good first trip to korea!

Places to Visit in South Korea

1. Sinjeongho lake Address - 465, Bangchuk-dong, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do Highlights - Rating - 4 2. Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower) Address - 1-3 Mt., yongsan-dong 2(i)-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Highlights - The N Seoul Tower, officially the YTN Seoul Tower and commonly known as Namsan Tower or Seoul Tower, is a communication and observation tower located on Nam Mountain in central Seoul, South Korea. Rating - 4 3. Sorae Ecology Park Address - 1-55, Nonhyeon-dong, Namdong-gu, Incheon Highlights - Sorae Ecology Park was once Korea's largest salt field. The salt field was created during Japan colonial period. This area was formed into ecology park and opened in 2009. Rating - 4 #tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #mytripvlog #tripdotcom #southkorea

Annyeonghaseyo Chingu! Visit South Korea

Seoul-searching? Seoul Korea is #mustvisit . delicious food and if you are like Kimchi lover- there are so many kimchi variety. You can try and wear Hanbok Dresses those are rented to complete your Korean feels. Look left and right for Oppa and Unnie. and also learn Korean Culture ❤️ #passionpassport #mustvisit #mustdo #themepark #asiatrip #travelgoal #bucketlistreboot

Namsan Tower in Autumn 🍂

Dont lie to me that you dont know the existence of Namsan Tower. Its like a must go place when you're coming to South Korea. You will see it from every angle of Seoul. Its kind of symbolic of Seoul. There's few way to get up there (cablecar, bus, walk). I would recommend cable car bcs its easier. There's so many things to do there too. Please come visit this tower if you're coming to Korea later. Its worth it to see the view of Seoul from above. #southkorea #seoul #namsantower

Gamcheon Color Village

Gamcheon Color Village :The famous village in Busan appears on many TV channels as well as in music videos, featuring houses painted in vibrant colors alternating with each other. - Colorful village with beautiful small houses with bright colors intermingled to create a beautiful and poetic village next to the sea. Looking from the bus station at the beginning of the entrance, you can see the whole scene of the rows of houses that are layered with alternating colors. - How to go: Arrive at Busan sasang bus station, Take LINE 2 to 서면역Seomyeon Station -> TRANSFER LINE 1 to 도성역 Toseong Station, then get off. Out of the train station you can see the village on the high hill. From here you can take a bus or a taxi to go up to the village. If you want to walk, you can go up. However, with hot summer weather, I recommend taking a bus or taxi to be fast and save energy because the village is quite large and steep, so take your time to explore the village.

💄Rent a Beautiful Hanbok.🥰

Shop Name: Hanbok That Day Bukcheon address- 종로구 Jongno-gu 사간동 97-7 Seoul, Korea Transportation - Subway Line 3, Anguk Station, Exit 1 It was a great experience to wore a hanbok. There are many choices of colours and patterns. One set around 15,000 won We got free simple hair do. Bag and other accesories got charged around 2000 won. But most of it, owner are super friendly and accomodate our questions and show excellent hospitality. They are so kind and humble. Don't question their profesionalism. The best! Place located near the Gyeongbokgung palace easy to find! 10/10 #เที่ยวเกาหลี

Moxy Insadong

Address - 37 Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Nakwon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea Ambiance/Facilities - romantic room vibe with unique decor and pinkish amenities Highlights - location wise is super nice and convenient, hotel staffs can speak and understand english; friendly people give us direction to tourist spots, can take public transport nearby. Me and my partner enjoy our time here, chilling in lounge with garden theme. This property is under mariott but lower standard. Good for solo and couple trip. Avg. Price per Person - depend on room Rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #createwithtrip #seoul #insadong #koreatravel #korea #triptoseoul #urbanexplorer

korea trip!

Getting There - 5/5 Attractions - 5/5 Hotels - 5/5 Food & Restaurants - 5/5 Shopping - 5/5 Korea is a very nice place to go. the cafes there are wonderful! cool weather nice place! it's a must go for everyone! love the chilly weather, the nice food, the nice coffee, the nice ambience. people there are friendly, its a must to go for everyone! cheers! #korea #travel #holiday #holidaytrip #korea2022 #staycation #travel_2022 #travel Photography #travel_drops #family Travel #travelgo #holidayparty #holidaygetaway #singapore Trip #new Year's Trip #koreanstyle #koreanstreetfood #koreadining

Silent

[ Pay attention if you want to go on a relaxing healing trip! 🙌 ] Full of tranquility and greenery of a hanok This is a must-have healing destination in Korea. #haman #mujinjeong. #infinite_pretty_infinite_let's go see it!🏃‍♀️💚 #one hour from Busan🚗😉 📍1️⃣ Silent - Goesan-ri, Haman-myeon, Haman-gun, Gyeongnam You can enjoy the greenery of May. I went to Haman without calm!😆 Attracted by the quiet hanok and green atmosphere Arrived at Mujinjeong is like entering a small garden. It was so peaceful and beautiful! Especially when the sunlight shines on the surface of the pond Yoonseul is shining It was really beautiful!!👀 The light was pretty when I went Don't miss out on the beautiful scenery I was able to capture it well 😊 With the gentle spring wind blowing From the swaying leaves to the sparkling pond This place was really beautiful just looking at it!🥺 so you can look around slowly There is also a well-maintained walking path. Those in need of peaceful healing Be sure to experience the calmness of spring 🙏💚 📍2️⃣ Cafe Mujin - Mujin, 257, Haman-daero, Haman-myeon, Haman-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do 📍 Tue-Sun 11:00 - 21:00 *Closed every Monday If you took a leisurely look around Mujinjeong Also, check out the nearby cafe 'Mujin'! A place famous for a new cafe in Haman fortress!👀 The cafe has all-glass windows. Looking at the beautiful calming scenery You can enjoy dessert time☕ There is also a variety of indoor seating areas. Outdoor tables and rooftops are also available. Enjoy the cool spring breeze! (It would be better to go before it gets too hot.) Pleasant to the mouth and pleasing to the eyes Take a look at the cafe 'Mujin' 🙌💚 🚗 Take note of the bums! 'Mujinjeong Public Parking Lot' is recommended for parking! Even if you only visit Mujin Cafe It would be most convenient to park there! 🚶‍♀️ Take note! Haman Station - 15-20 minutes on foot, 5 minutes by car Intercity Bus Terminal - 15-20 minutes by city bus travel diary ⠀⠀ #our travel diary left on a trip ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ---------------------------------- Would you like to report my trip? >> To the profile link group! Tag #i went on a trip on my travel photos✨ I went on a trip and the editor will visit you✨ ---------------------------------- ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📢 Currently, South Korea is based on the metropolitan area [Social Distancing Step 2] Observe quarantine rules when traveling, and wear a mask when outdoors! ⠀ #i went on a trip_domestic #i went on a trip_Haman #travelmenu1 ⠀ - ⠀

Jimmy-bong

[ A hidden spot where you can see the scenery of Jeju at a glance!🤫 ] You can see everything from Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak to Udo Island!👀 This place contains the eastern sea of ​​Jeju. This is #jeju #jimibong. @@Private because there are few people can you enjoy it? One notice?! 📍 Jimmy-bong - San 3-1, Jongdal-ri, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si not yet known Share Jeju's hidden sunrise and sunset spots 😎 Jeju's colorful rice fields and sunset sea, In the meantime, Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak and Udo Island! A 4 in 1 view of Jeju It's a Jimi-bong you can enjoy! We also brought a small chair I sat comfortably on the observatory and watched. Even the gentle sound of grasshoppers is spread as background music I had a really fantastic time🥺💚 There are very few people This expensive Jeju scenery It feels like we paid a charter between us haha ​​😎 The slope is very steep It's hard every time I go The view from the top is really great. I come back healing every time! Haha Personally, I prefer dragon snow The Jimi-bong view here is much better!😍 If you want to sweep all the scenery of Jeju at once Make sure to visit Jimi-bong!!🙌😄 🍯 Honey tip. ✔It takes about 30 minutes to reach the top! Because the incline is steep Go safely in comfortable clothes!!😮 (It is raining on a rainy day or when the ground is wet!!🙅‍♀️ It's easy to fall ✔There are 2-3 observatories at the top. You can enjoy various views! ✔For reference, if you go up in the summer..🥵 Mosquito and sweat parties can happen! Be prepared to go up 🚗 Take note of the bums! There is a fork in the road just before reaching the entrance to Jimibong. Turn right and you'll see a parking lot! It's quite spacious so no worries about parking It looks like you can't do it haha! travel diary ⠀⠀ #our travel diary left on a trip ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ---------------------------------- Would you like to report my trip? >> To the profile link group! Tag #i went on a trip on my travel photos✨ I went on a trip and the editor will visit you✨ ---------------------------------- ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📢 Currently, South Korea is based on the metropolitan area [Social Distancing Step 2] Observe quarantine rules when traveling, and wear a mask when outdoors! ⠀ #i went on a trip_domestic #i went on a trip_Jeju #travelmenu1 ⠀ - ⠀

Getting There - Attractions - Hotels - Food & Restaurants - Shopping -

Lotte World

Jika Anda mencari tempat menarik untuk melepas penat dan stres, maka Lotte World merupakan pilihan terbaik. Taman hiburan indoor terbesar di Korea Selatan dan dunia ini menawarkan berbagai wahana menarik yang layak dicoba, seperti Roller Coaster, Adventure of Sinbad, Camelot Carrousel, Bungee Drop, Gyro Drop, Gyro Swing, dan Pharaoh’s Fury

Galleria, South Korea

Taking on a geological appearance, the Galleria was designed with a textured mosaic stone facade to evoke natural themes — the idea was inspired by the nearby park and its features. Like a “sculpted stone emerging from the ground,” the building is a visual landmark and focal point for the surrounding area. The mosaic stone was created using pixelated triangles to give the cube form of the building a textured pattern. The exterior stone panels were coordinated with DAEHYE Interior Design & Architecture. OMA also worked with 3DPRIYOL, façade consultant VS-A, and smart node curtain wall consultant Withworks to bring the ambitious façade of the Galleria to life. With the aim of introducing a new element to the department store typology, the team created an “excavated public route” that emerges from the stone volume. This clear addition was made to connect retail and cultural activities, in addition to linking the roof garden with the public sidewalk. The design team noted that the public route uses multifaceted glass to contrast with the opacity of the stone. Through this glass, retail and cultural activities inside are revealed to the city’s passers-by, while visitors in the interior acquire new vantage points and views to experience Gwanggyo. #kidsoceanworld #thailandmarkets #bangkoktravel #themepark#zoo#nationalpark#lakes

Few things to consider

Reading other reviews I feel a bit bad but I think because my partner and I are a young couple we didn’t enjoy this tour as much as we thought we would of. Don’t get me wrong the Mount Fuji, Lake Ashi, & the rope way was awesome, but the whole day was a big headache our tour guide was filling us up with so much information about random things(unnecessary things) which really made it a even longer day and a headache. I honestly don’t think the drew breath. Met some great people on the tour otherwise... Another thing that made me a bit sad was the way the tour doesn’t drop you back to your hotel/nearest drop off. Yes the bullet train ride was great, but our tour guide went to everybody and gave them advice on how to use the subway and to get back to their hotel, which there was certain people that just got way too confused the way she was explaining it, and they said “we’ll just get a taxi”. Luckily my partner and I figured out the system a few days prior(after getting lost a few times) and when we listened to her how we should get home was super unclear. We used google maps, but it just didn’t sit right with me for the rest of the passengers and the sunrise tours Duty of Care. Few kinks for a polite recommendation on maybe the tour should consider. However, good day out. #themeparks#nationalpark#lakes#beaches#infinitypool

Enjoyable Day at Everland Theme Park!

Everland Theme Park is the biggest thme park in South Korea. It is 1 hour drive from Seoul. Our tour group was at Everland Theme Park on a Sunday, hence, as expected, the park had lots of visitors. The park features Panda world but its location is somewhat far from the main or central area of the park, hence, our group decided to forego the panda. But midway to the panda site is the Tiger Valley featuring 2 big but bored-looking Tigers. The shops inside the theme parks cater primarily to kids and children. We wish there are souvenir items like key chains, ref magnets or mugs and souvenir spoons featuring Everland Theme Park or bearing the ID or name of the theme park. Unfortunately, we did not find these souvenir items in the park. BTW, Everland Theme Park is owned by Samsung of Korea as explained by our Korean Tour guide. We enjoyed our lunch at Venetia Pizza inside the park. Overall, it was still an enjoyable tme we had at the park. #summervacation#urbanexplorer

Kyoto Perfect Day Tour from Osaka

The tour title says it all—perfect. We visited the 6 most famous kyoto tourist spots. Our guide Hiro was very informative and very precise in giving instructions. While on the bus she would talk about jaoanese traditions, food, etc which was really nice. She also knows the best spots to tAke pics. As with any other tour, there’s a specific time per temple but thats understAndable since we have to fit in 6 places in 1 day. Also, we had a very nice lunch at arashima. It was a local dish in kyoto. We loved it very much. I would recommend this tour and recommend to take the one with lunch. I will definiTely book again once im back here in japan! Thank you for the nice experience japan panoramic tours! #summervacation

Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower

We had an excellent tour with our personal guide Tom. He brought us to Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namsan Tower and lunch at one of the famous shop for Ginseng Chicken Soup. After the tour he even brought us to the supermarket to buy some groceries and sent us back to our apartment which was not included in the package. He is very considerate because we were in a group of 6 with 2 small children (1 baby) and he just didn't want us to go back to our apartment by metro. Memorable experience and thank you Tom for the interesting stories about Seoul. #summervacation

Sunset and the view

If possible, catch the sunset in Taejongdae, the intersection of lush green forests, rocky cliffs and vast ocean. Here, there is a long line of stalls selling strange and delicious seafood of Busan. Almost all stalls are equally priced — they are soju alcohol with extremely fresh clams. In fact, you can watch the fishermen dive under the sea to catch seafood from 50 meters away. The dining table is decorated with colorful umbrellas reflecting the sunset. What a wonderful scene while enjoying the beautiful landscape and barbecue seafood for dinner. #summervacation#beachvacation#hikingtrails#hotelstay#urbanexplorer