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한국인이 꼭! 가봐야 할 한국관광 100선
문체부, 서울로 7017 및 마린시티 등 2019∼2020 한국관광 100선 선정·발표
2018.12.31 문화체육관광부
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문화체육관광부와 한국관광공사가 우리나라 대표 관광명소 ‘한국관광 100선’을 선정·발표했다.
‘한국관광 100선’은 한국인이 꼭 가봐야 할 우수 관광지 100개소로, 4회를 맞이하는 이번에는 권역별로 수도권 26개소, 강원권 13개소, 충청권 10개소, 전라권 14개소, 경상권 28개소, 제주권 9개소의 분포를 보였다.
2019∼2020 한국관광 100선 지도. (인포그래픽=문화체육관광부)
이번에 처음 한국관광 100선에 선정된 관광지는 총 21개소이다.
이중에는 보행명소로 거듭난 서울로 7017과 야경이 아름다운 부산 마린시티 등 주요 도시의 관광명소와 한 걸음 한 걸음이 아찔한 원주 소금산 출렁다리, 단양 만천하스카이워크 등 자연과 어우러지는 관광지도 첫 진입에 성공했다.
또한 대구 서문시장과 경기 광주 화담숲은 ‘2017년 한국관광의 별’에 이어 ‘한국관광 100선’에도 선정되면서 우수 관광지로서의 입지를 굳혔다.
2013년부터 시작한 한국관광 100선에 처음부터 지금까지 선정된 ‘개근 관광지’도 있다.
전주 한옥마을과 경주 불국사·석굴암, 공주 백제유적지 등의 전통 문화자원과 설악산, 한라산 등 자연자원을 포함한 23개소는 이번에도 선정되면서 4회 연속 100선의 명예를 얻었다.
이밖에 총 세 번 선정된 관광지는 34개소인데, 이 중 최근 3회 연속으로 선정된 관광지로는 계족산 황톳길, 담양 죽녹원, 남해 독일마을 등 22개소이다.
인천 소래포구와 광주 무등산 등 6개소는 2015~2016 한국관광 100선에 선정되었으나 다음회에는 미선정, 그러나 이번에 다시 재진입한 관광지이다.
이처럼 ‘입학이 까다로운’ 한국관광 100선의 선정 기준은 ▲직전에 선정된 한국관광 100선 평가 ▲지자체 추천 ▲빅데이터 분석 등을 통해 2배수의 예비후보를 발굴한 후, 서면평가(정성·정량)와 현장평가, 최종선정위원회 심의를 거쳐 한국관광 100선에 선정한다.
정성평가는 학계와 여행업계, 여행기자·작가, 여행 동호회(커뮤니티) 회원으로 구성된 전문가 13인이 참여해 진행하며, 정량평가는 이동통신사와 네비게이션, SNS 빅데이터 등을 활용해 진행한다.
특히 이번에 선정된 ‘2019∼2020 한국관광 100선’은 이전보다 강화된 혜택을 받게 된다.
선정 관광지가 열린관광지 사업에 참여할 경우 우대하며, 내 나라 여행박람회 참여와 대국민 홍보여행(팸투어) 기회 등을 제공한다. 또한 현재 제작되고 있는 한국관광 100선 지도와 기념품은 전국 관광안내소와 한국관광 100선 대상지에 배포된다.
이번 한국관광 100선 선정과 관련해 문체부 김현환 관광정책국장은 “내국인은 물론이고 한국에 방문한 외국인에게 소개할 만한 대표 관광지를 찾을 때 도움이 될 것”이라고 밝혔다.
한편 한국관광 100선 선정지에 대한 상세한 내용은 관광정보 제공 사이트인 대한민국 구석구석(http://korean.visitkorea.or.kr)에서 확인할 수 있다.
2019∼2020 한국관광 100선 상세내역. (출처=문화체육관광부)
문의 : 문화체육관광부 관광정책국 관광정책과(044-203-2816)
[출처] 대한민국 정책브리핑(www.korea.kr)
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18 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in South Korea
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18 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in South Korea
Written by Freddy Sherman
Updated Nov 26, 2021
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South Korea offers everything a traveler could want in a destination. It has a long and fascinating history, a wonderful culture, amazing food, friendly people, and an excellent tourism infrastructure (including a new high-speed rail system). It's also a country of contrasts, with tourist attractions ranging from ancient mountaintop Buddhist temples like Bulguksa to the ultra-modern skyscrapers of Seoul, like the Lotte World Tower.
It also has one of the most unique attractions in the world that can be visited, a no-mans land, part of a military border between two countries technically still at war (the DMZ). Discover the best places to visit with our list of the top tourist attractions in South Korea.
1. Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace
Of the five grand palaces built by the Joseon Dyantasy in the 15th century around Seoul, Changdeokgung Palace was always the preferred royal residence. It's where the king and royal family lived their daily lives.
The palace isn't just a single building, it's a complex of buildings, and each served a different purpose. Some are accommodations, some are libraries, dining rooms, and meeting rooms, among other uses. Be sure to spend some time in the 78-acre Huwon, or palace garden, located behind the palace. It's filled with pathways, green spaces, pagodas, streams, and lakes.
Address: 99 Yulgok-ro, Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Accommodation: Where to Stay in Seoul
2. Busan
The hillside village of Gamecheon in Busan
The hillside village of Gamecheon in Busan
Did you know you can hit the beach in Korea? Busan is the second largest city in the country, and its coast is lined with some beautiful beaches and resorts. There's a lot of culture and history here, too. Be sure to visit the Beomeosa Temple and the hillside village of Gamecheon. Gamecheon is a European-style village on the cliffs above the sea, like Korea's version of Santorini.
Seafood lovers should be sure to visit Jagalchi Market, the country's largest commercial seafood market. Part of the market is open to consumers, and there are many small restaurants that will cook up your purchase, so you can eat it right here.
Getting to Busan is easy, it takes a little more than two hours from Seoul on Korea's KTX high-speed bullet train.
3. Jeonju
Traditional house with storage pots in Jeonju
Traditional house with storage pots in Jeonju
Jeonju is a very historic city, once the spiritual capital of the Joseon Dynasty, it's about 90 minutes by train from Seoul. It's home to many ancient temples and shrines along with a hanok village. These are found throughout Korea. They are preserved neighborhoods of ancient and old homes (hanoks), allowing visitors to get a feel for what life was like in ancient Korea.
Some of the homes in the hanok villages are open for tours, and others have been made into museums (and restaurants and lodging, too), but most remain private homes.
4. N Seoul Tower
N Seoul Tower
N Seoul Tower
Yes, everyone visiting Seoul should go up in the city's iconic observation tower. Its position almost on top of a mountain, plus the height of the tower itself, gets you almost 500 meters above sea level and the city below. But leave some time to explore the surrounding mountain area. The tower is near the top of Mount Namsan, and the entire area is Namsan Park, which is run by the city. There are miles of hiking trails to explore, all within a few minutes of downtown Seoul.
The top levels of the N Seoul Tower include indoor and outdoor observation areas and restaurants. The exterior of the tower is covered in LED lighting, which is illuminated each night in seasonal light shows.
There's a cable car that takes you from the city (near Myeongdong) to the tower's base area. You can then hike from here. After climbing the mountain and riding on the cable car, leave time to explore the Namsan Hanok Village. These preserved historic villages, which are located all over Seoul and Korea, are re-creations of ancient Korean neighborhoods. This village includes five restored hanoks or traditional Korean homes.
Address: 105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan 2(i)ga-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Official site: http://www.nseoultower.co.kr/eng/
5. Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village at sunset
Bukchon Hanok Village at sunset
Hanok villages, which can be found in a few places in Seoul and around Korea, are living museums. They're restored and preserved ancient neighborhoods, some in their original location (like Bukchon) and some re-created with hanoks (traditional Korean homes) moved from elsewhere. They give visitors an opportunity to not only experience what it was like to live in a hanok, but also what it was like to live in Korea 600 years ago.
You can experience the tiny, narrow streets and also explore Korean culture, as many of the hanoks are museums or offer cultural demonstrations. Many are private homes, and some offer accommodations. That's what makes these village areas so special; they are true living history because many of the homes are privately owned and occupied by real local residents.
Bukchon Hanok Village is a popular place to explore, as it's right in central Seoul, in the area between the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Changdeokgung Palace.
6. Seoraksan National Park
Seoraksan National Park
Seoraksan National Park
Like the Yosemite of Korea, this majestic natural wonderland (Korea's first national park) has mountains, lakes, waterfalls, streams, and miles of hiking trails that allow you to explore them. The park is known for its natural diversity, as it has over 1,500 different animal species and over 1,000 different kinds of plants. There are also two Buddhist temples inside the park, one known as the "Temple of a Hundred Pools" due to all the ponds around it fed by mountain streams.
When you get tired of walking, there's a cable car that will take you up Seoraksan Mountain for some incredible views of the mountains and valleys. It takes about four hours by bus or three hours by car to reach the park from Seoul.
7. The DMZ
Soldiers at the DMZ
Soldiers at the DMZ
DMZ stands for demilitarized zone, and it's the no-man's land border between North and South Korea. Heavily guarded and mined, the strange area can be visited, but only on an official, guided tour. The official area is about four kilometers wide and is formally known as the JSA or Joint Security Area.
The No Shopping Half-Day Korean DMZ Tour from Seoul includes round-trip transportation from Seoul. Official DMZ tours include a visit to the 3rd Tunnel, dug by the North to facilitate an invasion of the South, and to the Dora Observatory, where you can look across no-man's-land into North Korea.
8. National Museum of Korea
National Museum of Korea
National Museum of Korea
As a world capital, Seoul is filled with a lot of museums. The largest is the National Museum of Korea, and like the Met in New York, it's a place that really can't be explored in a single visit. The vast collection combines art, history, and archeology, presented to show the history of Korean culture and tell the story of the Korean people.
It's also an excellent attraction to see if you only have limited time in Seoul. The collection is beyond vast, as it goes back over a million years. It's fascinating, especially for families and kids as there's such a wide range of objects. Everything from Stone Age tools to modern artwork by Korean artists.
Address: 137 Seobinggo-ro, Seobinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu
Official site: https://www.museum.go.kr/site/eng/home
9. Lotte World
Lotte World, Seoul
Lotte World, Seoul
There's an amusement park right in the middle of downtown Seoul. It's a fun place to spend the day and a chance to immerse yourself in real Korean commercial culture. Lotte World includes a hotel, movie theaters (one with the world's largest screen), a folk museum with traditional performances, and other things to do like ice-skating.
The theme park is at the base of the Lotte World Tower, the tallest building in South Korea and the fifth tallest building in the world. The tower has multiple observation areas and experiences, its own luxury hotel (the SIGNIEL SEOUL), and a range of shopping and dining options inside.
A visit is fun for both kids and adults, and aside from the rides and attractions there's a lot of shopping and also artists' workshops and cultural performances to watch. There's the world's largest indoor theme park and an outdoor theme park area called Magic Island.
For a bigger, outdoor theme park experience, Everland is about 45 minutes outside Seoul and is Korea's version of Disneyland.
Address: Songpa-gu, Jamsil 6(yuk)-dong, Olympic-ro, 300, Seoul
Official site: https://www.lwt.co.kr/tower/en/main/main.do#sec01
10. Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace with cherry blossoms
Gyeongbokgung Palace with cherry blossoms
Also known as the Northern Palace, the large Gyeongbokgung Palace complex has gone through some incredible turmoil over the years. It was first built in 1395 during the Joseon dynasty, who built five grand palaces around Seoul. The palace has been bombed, destroyed, rebuilt several times, occupied by the Japanese (first in 1592), and only finally restored in 1990.
Be sure to check out Gyeonghoeru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong Pond, two of the remaining original structures from the Joseon period.
The palace compound can be explored on a guided walking tour. There are also two museums inside the grounds (the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum), both worth a visit.
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
11. Hallyeo Maritime National Park
Hallyeo Maritime National Park
Hallyeo Maritime National Park
This ruggedly beautiful national park includes miles of raw coastline on over 300 separate islands. Each has hiking trails with spectacular ocean and cliff views. The area also features a cable car, known as the Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway. It's the only dual-cable, automatic circulating gondola system in the country.
The ride is almost 2.4 kilometers long and takes nine minutes to reach the summit. You're rewarded with sweeping views of the countryside and coastline, including the Japanese island of Daemado. The park is about an hour by bus or car from downtown Seoul.
Official site: http://english.knps.or.kr/Knp/Hallyeohaesang/Intro/Introduction.aspx?MenuNum=1&Submenu=Npp
12. Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa Temple
One of Korea's true must-see Buddhist temples, Bulguksa Temple is considered by many to be the country's most important. It's officially Historic and Scenic Site Number One as classified by the government. The temple is home to seven of the country's national treasures, sacred pagodas, and statues of the Buddha.
The temple is on the slopes of Mount Toham in Gyeongju, the ancient capital city of Korea. It's a city so historic, it's called a "museum without walls" due to all the historic sites and temples. Gyeongju is about two and half hours from Seoul via the new KTX high-speed train.
Address: 15-1 Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do
13. Blue House
The Blue House
The Blue House
Named for the striking blue-tile roofs of its many pavilions and buildings, the Blue House, much like the White House, is the home of the Korean president. The very secure complex of buildings also houses many Korean executive government offices and official meeting sites. It's an interesting place to visit, as it gives you a behind-the-scenes look at modern Korean government and Korean formal culture.
A lot of what you see on the guided sightseeing tour are meeting rooms and official state reception rooms where foreign dignitaries are welcomed. Hour-long public tours are given, but you need to apply online in advance for a security check.
Address: 1 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Official site: https://english1.president.go.kr/Contact/Tours
14. Jeju Island
Jusangjeolli Cliff, Jeju Island
Jusangjeolli Cliff, Jeju Island
A very popular resort destination (think the Hawaii of Korea), this volcanic island is best reached via a quick hour-long domestic flight from Seoul. The island boasts beautiful beaches along with a lot of culture and history.
The highest mountain in South Korea (a dormant volcano called Hallasan) is here along with miles of giant lava tubes. The lava tubes, which can be explored, are natural air pockets in the hardened lava, the size of railway tunnels.
Be sure to visit Jungmun Beach to see the diving women. These are women who free dive hundreds of feet to catch different types of seafood. This tradition started centuries ago, when the local men were all out on the fishing boats. The island also has hundreds of miles of hiking trails and a lot of hot springs and health spas.
15. Gwanghwamun Gate
Gwanghwamun Gate
Gwanghwamun Gate
This attraction is a giant gate, formerly the opening in the fortress wall to the Gyeongbokgung Palace located within. It was originally built with the palace in the 15th century but has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. Most recently in 2010, it was moved back to its original location in front of the palace and Gwanghwamun Square and restored with authentic materials using traditional techniques.
The previous restoration included concrete and other non-traditional construction techniques, but the new gate has been completely constructed with ancient techniques, using only native woods and handmade fittings.
Gwanghwamun Gate is home to the changing of the guards ceremony (performed since 1469), which happens daily (except Tuesdays) at 10am and 2pm. The area in front of the gate, Gwanghwamun Square, is a large public space often used for political and social demonstrations.
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
16. Jingwansa Temple
Sunset at Bukhansan National Park
Sunset at Bukhansan National Park
This ancient temple complex about 15 minutes from downtown Seoul offers both an authentic Buddhist temple experience (including a temple stay program) and a beautiful national park. The temple, which was first established at the site in 1,000 BC, has several programs for visitors to learn about and experience Buddhism and the monk lifestyle.
The temple is a must-visit attraction for foodies, as they grow most of their own food on-site. The temple also prepares their own Korean specialties, like pickling their own kimchi in ancient, giant pottery jars. Jingwansa offers meals to the public (and extended overnight stays) and educational programs that show the sustainability of the ancient temple operation.
You can do a temple stay program, which includes an overnight visit, or just come for a meal (vegetarian) or to explore the buildings and shrines. You can also visit the area just to explore Bukhansan National Park, as the temple is inside it. There are miles of hiking trails and three peaks, which can be climbed. Aside from the mountains and forests and their spectacular scenery, there are also ruins of an ancient fortress along the hiking trails.
Address: 73 Jingwan-gil, Jingwan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
17. Itaewon
Itaewon at night
Itaewon at night
Yes, it's a touristy, ex-pat area filled with gift shops and street food, but the Itaewon neighborhood is a great place to just spend an afternoon wandering around. It's especially fun in the early evening, when residents also come out to grab dinner and people watch. There's an energy here that defines the cosmopolitan city, and it's also a popular strolling spot for locals. You'll see a lot of Korean families, kids, and couples, all enjoying the shops and restaurants.
For those in search of authentic Korean food, this is not the place to come, but it is the place to come for international foods not widely available in Seoul. Things like Italian food, pizza, burgers, and American-style western barbecue.
18. Seoul's Street Food Markets
Street food in Seoul
Street food in Seoul
As one of the world's great food cultures, no visit to Korea is complete without enjoying some street food. The Gwangjang Market, in Central Seoul, is truly a foodie heaven on earth. The large covered market area is filled with multiple food stalls offering the complete array of Korean specialties.
The cool thing about this market and most food markets in Seoul, is that the majority of these food stalls are like little mini restaurants in that they have a row of stools and a counter, so you can sit and eat. It's also cool that most stands will offer you a free sample to try their offerings.
Stalls typically offer bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes), bibimbap (rice mixed with sauteed beef, vegetables, and gochujang red chili paste), gimbap (Korean sushi), sundae (blood sausage), tteokbokki (stir-fried spicy rice cakes), and various types of noodles.
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한국인이 꼭! 가봐야 할 한국관광 100선
문체부, 서울로 7017 및 마린시티 등 2019∼2020 한국관광 100선 선정·발표
2018.12.31 문화체육관광부
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문화체육관광부와 한국관광공사가 우리나라 대표 관광명소 ‘한국관광 100선’을 선정·발표했다.
‘한국관광 100선’은 한국인이 꼭 가봐야 할 우수 관광지 100개소로, 4회를 맞이하는 이번에는 권역별로 수도권 26개소, 강원권 13개소, 충청권 10개소, 전라권 14개소, 경상권 28개소, 제주권 9개소의 분포를 보였다.
2019∼2020 한국관광 100선 지도. (인포그래픽=문화체육관광부)
이번에 처음 한국관광 100선에 선정된 관광지는 총 21개소이다.
이중에는 보행명소로 거듭난 서울로 7017과 야경이 아름다운 부산 마린시티 등 주요 도시의 관광명소와 한 걸음 한 걸음이 아찔한 원주 소금산 출렁다리, 단양 만천하스카이워크 등 자연과 어우러지는 관광지도 첫 진입에 성공했다.
또한 대구 서문시장과 경기 광주 화담숲은 ‘2017년 한국관광의 별’에 이어 ‘한국관광 100선’에도 선정되면서 우수 관광지로서의 입지를 굳혔다.
2013년부터 시작한 한국관광 100선에 처음부터 지금까지 선정된 ‘개근 관광지’도 있다.
전주 한옥마을과 경주 불국사·석굴암, 공주 백제유적지 등의 전통 문화자원과 설악산, 한라산 등 자연자원을 포함한 23개소는 이번에도 선정되면서 4회 연속 100선의 명예를 얻었다.
이밖에 총 세 번 선정된 관광지는 34개소인데, 이 중 최근 3회 연속으로 선정된 관광지로는 계족산 황톳길, 담양 죽녹원, 남해 독일마을 등 22개소이다.
인천 소래포구와 광주 무등산 등 6개소는 2015~2016 한국관광 100선에 선정되었으나 다음회에는 미선정, 그러나 이번에 다시 재진입한 관광지이다.
이처럼 ‘입학이 까다로운’ 한국관광 100선의 선정 기준은 ▲직전에 선정된 한국관광 100선 평가 ▲지자체 추천 ▲빅데이터 분석 등을 통해 2배수의 예비후보를 발굴한 후, 서면평가(정성·정량)와 현장평가, 최종선정위원회 심의를 거쳐 한국관광 100선에 선정한다.
정성평가는 학계와 여행업계, 여행기자·작가, 여행 동호회(커뮤니티) 회원으로 구성된 전문가 13인이 참여해 진행하며, 정량평가는 이동통신사와 네비게이션, SNS 빅데이터 등을 활용해 진행한다.
특히 이번에 선정된 ‘2019∼2020 한국관광 100선’은 이전보다 강화된 혜택을 받게 된다.
선정 관광지가 열린관광지 사업에 참여할 경우 우대하며, 내 나라 여행박람회 참여와 대국민 홍보여행(팸투어) 기회 등을 제공한다. 또한 현재 제작되고 있는 한국관광 100선 지도와 기념품은 전국 관광안내소와 한국관광 100선 대상지에 배포된다.
이번 한국관광 100선 선정과 관련해 문체부 김현환 관광정책국장은 “내국인은 물론이고 한국에 방문한 외국인에게 소개할 만한 대표 관광지를 찾을 때 도움이 될 것”이라고 밝혔다.
한편 한국관광 100선 선정지에 대한 상세한 내용은 관광정보 제공 사이트인 대한민국 구석구석(http://korean.visitkorea.or.kr)에서 확인할 수 있다.
2019∼2020 한국관광 100선 상세내역. (출처=문화체육관광부)
문의 : 문화체육관광부 관광정책국 관광정책과(044-203-2816)
[출처] 대한민국 정책브리핑(www.korea.kr)
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18 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in South Korea
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18 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in South Korea
Written by Freddy Sherman
Updated Nov 26, 2021
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South Korea offers everything a traveler could want in a destination. It has a long and fascinating history, a wonderful culture, amazing food, friendly people, and an excellent tourism infrastructure (including a new high-speed rail system). It's also a country of contrasts, with tourist attractions ranging from ancient mountaintop Buddhist temples like Bulguksa to the ultra-modern skyscrapers of Seoul, like the Lotte World Tower.
It also has one of the most unique attractions in the world that can be visited, a no-mans land, part of a military border between two countries technically still at war (the DMZ). Discover the best places to visit with our list of the top tourist attractions in South Korea.
1. Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace
Of the five grand palaces built by the Joseon Dyantasy in the 15th century around Seoul, Changdeokgung Palace was always the preferred royal residence. It's where the king and royal family lived their daily lives.
The palace isn't just a single building, it's a complex of buildings, and each served a different purpose. Some are accommodations, some are libraries, dining rooms, and meeting rooms, among other uses. Be sure to spend some time in the 78-acre Huwon, or palace garden, located behind the palace. It's filled with pathways, green spaces, pagodas, streams, and lakes.
Address: 99 Yulgok-ro, Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Accommodation: Where to Stay in Seoul
2. Busan
The hillside village of Gamecheon in Busan
The hillside village of Gamecheon in Busan
Did you know you can hit the beach in Korea? Busan is the second largest city in the country, and its coast is lined with some beautiful beaches and resorts. There's a lot of culture and history here, too. Be sure to visit the Beomeosa Temple and the hillside village of Gamecheon. Gamecheon is a European-style village on the cliffs above the sea, like Korea's version of Santorini.
Seafood lovers should be sure to visit Jagalchi Market, the country's largest commercial seafood market. Part of the market is open to consumers, and there are many small restaurants that will cook up your purchase, so you can eat it right here.
Getting to Busan is easy, it takes a little more than two hours from Seoul on Korea's KTX high-speed bullet train.
3. Jeonju
Traditional house with storage pots in Jeonju
Traditional house with storage pots in Jeonju
Jeonju is a very historic city, once the spiritual capital of the Joseon Dynasty, it's about 90 minutes by train from Seoul. It's home to many ancient temples and shrines along with a hanok village. These are found throughout Korea. They are preserved neighborhoods of ancient and old homes (hanoks), allowing visitors to get a feel for what life was like in ancient Korea.
Some of the homes in the hanok villages are open for tours, and others have been made into museums (and restaurants and lodging, too), but most remain private homes.
4. N Seoul Tower
N Seoul Tower
N Seoul Tower
Yes, everyone visiting Seoul should go up in the city's iconic observation tower. Its position almost on top of a mountain, plus the height of the tower itself, gets you almost 500 meters above sea level and the city below. But leave some time to explore the surrounding mountain area. The tower is near the top of Mount Namsan, and the entire area is Namsan Park, which is run by the city. There are miles of hiking trails to explore, all within a few minutes of downtown Seoul.
The top levels of the N Seoul Tower include indoor and outdoor observation areas and restaurants. The exterior of the tower is covered in LED lighting, which is illuminated each night in seasonal light shows.
There's a cable car that takes you from the city (near Myeongdong) to the tower's base area. You can then hike from here. After climbing the mountain and riding on the cable car, leave time to explore the Namsan Hanok Village. These preserved historic villages, which are located all over Seoul and Korea, are re-creations of ancient Korean neighborhoods. This village includes five restored hanoks or traditional Korean homes.
Address: 105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan 2(i)ga-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Official site: http://www.nseoultower.co.kr/eng/
5. Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village at sunset
Bukchon Hanok Village at sunset
Hanok villages, which can be found in a few places in Seoul and around Korea, are living museums. They're restored and preserved ancient neighborhoods, some in their original location (like Bukchon) and some re-created with hanoks (traditional Korean homes) moved from elsewhere. They give visitors an opportunity to not only experience what it was like to live in a hanok, but also what it was like to live in Korea 600 years ago.
You can experience the tiny, narrow streets and also explore Korean culture, as many of the hanoks are museums or offer cultural demonstrations. Many are private homes, and some offer accommodations. That's what makes these village areas so special; they are true living history because many of the homes are privately owned and occupied by real local residents.
Bukchon Hanok Village is a popular place to explore, as it's right in central Seoul, in the area between the Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Changdeokgung Palace.
6. Seoraksan National Park
Seoraksan National Park
Seoraksan National Park
Like the Yosemite of Korea, this majestic natural wonderland (Korea's first national park) has mountains, lakes, waterfalls, streams, and miles of hiking trails that allow you to explore them. The park is known for its natural diversity, as it has over 1,500 different animal species and over 1,000 different kinds of plants. There are also two Buddhist temples inside the park, one known as the "Temple of a Hundred Pools" due to all the ponds around it fed by mountain streams.
When you get tired of walking, there's a cable car that will take you up Seoraksan Mountain for some incredible views of the mountains and valleys. It takes about four hours by bus or three hours by car to reach the park from Seoul.
7. The DMZ
Soldiers at the DMZ
Soldiers at the DMZ
DMZ stands for demilitarized zone, and it's the no-man's land border between North and South Korea. Heavily guarded and mined, the strange area can be visited, but only on an official, guided tour. The official area is about four kilometers wide and is formally known as the JSA or Joint Security Area.
The No Shopping Half-Day Korean DMZ Tour from Seoul includes round-trip transportation from Seoul. Official DMZ tours include a visit to the 3rd Tunnel, dug by the North to facilitate an invasion of the South, and to the Dora Observatory, where you can look across no-man's-land into North Korea.
8. National Museum of Korea
National Museum of Korea
National Museum of Korea
As a world capital, Seoul is filled with a lot of museums. The largest is the National Museum of Korea, and like the Met in New York, it's a place that really can't be explored in a single visit. The vast collection combines art, history, and archeology, presented to show the history of Korean culture and tell the story of the Korean people.
It's also an excellent attraction to see if you only have limited time in Seoul. The collection is beyond vast, as it goes back over a million years. It's fascinating, especially for families and kids as there's such a wide range of objects. Everything from Stone Age tools to modern artwork by Korean artists.
Address: 137 Seobinggo-ro, Seobinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu
Official site: https://www.museum.go.kr/site/eng/home
9. Lotte World
Lotte World, Seoul
Lotte World, Seoul
There's an amusement park right in the middle of downtown Seoul. It's a fun place to spend the day and a chance to immerse yourself in real Korean commercial culture. Lotte World includes a hotel, movie theaters (one with the world's largest screen), a folk museum with traditional performances, and other things to do like ice-skating.
The theme park is at the base of the Lotte World Tower, the tallest building in South Korea and the fifth tallest building in the world. The tower has multiple observation areas and experiences, its own luxury hotel (the SIGNIEL SEOUL), and a range of shopping and dining options inside.
A visit is fun for both kids and adults, and aside from the rides and attractions there's a lot of shopping and also artists' workshops and cultural performances to watch. There's the world's largest indoor theme park and an outdoor theme park area called Magic Island.
For a bigger, outdoor theme park experience, Everland is about 45 minutes outside Seoul and is Korea's version of Disneyland.
Address: Songpa-gu, Jamsil 6(yuk)-dong, Olympic-ro, 300, Seoul
Official site: https://www.lwt.co.kr/tower/en/main/main.do#sec01
10. Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace with cherry blossoms
Gyeongbokgung Palace with cherry blossoms
Also known as the Northern Palace, the large Gyeongbokgung Palace complex has gone through some incredible turmoil over the years. It was first built in 1395 during the Joseon dynasty, who built five grand palaces around Seoul. The palace has been bombed, destroyed, rebuilt several times, occupied by the Japanese (first in 1592), and only finally restored in 1990.
Be sure to check out Gyeonghoeru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong Pond, two of the remaining original structures from the Joseon period.
The palace compound can be explored on a guided walking tour. There are also two museums inside the grounds (the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum), both worth a visit.
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
11. Hallyeo Maritime National Park
Hallyeo Maritime National Park
Hallyeo Maritime National Park
This ruggedly beautiful national park includes miles of raw coastline on over 300 separate islands. Each has hiking trails with spectacular ocean and cliff views. The area also features a cable car, known as the Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway. It's the only dual-cable, automatic circulating gondola system in the country.
The ride is almost 2.4 kilometers long and takes nine minutes to reach the summit. You're rewarded with sweeping views of the countryside and coastline, including the Japanese island of Daemado. The park is about an hour by bus or car from downtown Seoul.
Official site: http://english.knps.or.kr/Knp/Hallyeohaesang/Intro/Introduction.aspx?MenuNum=1&Submenu=Npp
12. Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa Temple
One of Korea's true must-see Buddhist temples, Bulguksa Temple is considered by many to be the country's most important. It's officially Historic and Scenic Site Number One as classified by the government. The temple is home to seven of the country's national treasures, sacred pagodas, and statues of the Buddha.
The temple is on the slopes of Mount Toham in Gyeongju, the ancient capital city of Korea. It's a city so historic, it's called a "museum without walls" due to all the historic sites and temples. Gyeongju is about two and half hours from Seoul via the new KTX high-speed train.
Address: 15-1 Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do
13. Blue House
The Blue House
The Blue House
Named for the striking blue-tile roofs of its many pavilions and buildings, the Blue House, much like the White House, is the home of the Korean president. The very secure complex of buildings also houses many Korean executive government offices and official meeting sites. It's an interesting place to visit, as it gives you a behind-the-scenes look at modern Korean government and Korean formal culture.
A lot of what you see on the guided sightseeing tour are meeting rooms and official state reception rooms where foreign dignitaries are welcomed. Hour-long public tours are given, but you need to apply online in advance for a security check.
Address: 1 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Official site: https://english1.president.go.kr/Contact/Tours
14. Jeju Island
Jusangjeolli Cliff, Jeju Island
Jusangjeolli Cliff, Jeju Island
A very popular resort destination (think the Hawaii of Korea), this volcanic island is best reached via a quick hour-long domestic flight from Seoul. The island boasts beautiful beaches along with a lot of culture and history.
The highest mountain in South Korea (a dormant volcano called Hallasan) is here along with miles of giant lava tubes. The lava tubes, which can be explored, are natural air pockets in the hardened lava, the size of railway tunnels.
Be sure to visit Jungmun Beach to see the diving women. These are women who free dive hundreds of feet to catch different types of seafood. This tradition started centuries ago, when the local men were all out on the fishing boats. The island also has hundreds of miles of hiking trails and a lot of hot springs and health spas.
15. Gwanghwamun Gate
Gwanghwamun Gate
Gwanghwamun Gate
This attraction is a giant gate, formerly the opening in the fortress wall to the Gyeongbokgung Palace located within. It was originally built with the palace in the 15th century but has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. Most recently in 2010, it was moved back to its original location in front of the palace and Gwanghwamun Square and restored with authentic materials using traditional techniques.
The previous restoration included concrete and other non-traditional construction techniques, but the new gate has been completely constructed with ancient techniques, using only native woods and handmade fittings.
Gwanghwamun Gate is home to the changing of the guards ceremony (performed since 1469), which happens daily (except Tuesdays) at 10am and 2pm. The area in front of the gate, Gwanghwamun Square, is a large public space often used for political and social demonstrations.
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
16. Jingwansa Temple
Sunset at Bukhansan National Park
Sunset at Bukhansan National Park
This ancient temple complex about 15 minutes from downtown Seoul offers both an authentic Buddhist temple experience (including a temple stay program) and a beautiful national park. The temple, which was first established at the site in 1,000 BC, has several programs for visitors to learn about and experience Buddhism and the monk lifestyle.
The temple is a must-visit attraction for foodies, as they grow most of their own food on-site. The temple also prepares their own Korean specialties, like pickling their own kimchi in ancient, giant pottery jars. Jingwansa offers meals to the public (and extended overnight stays) and educational programs that show the sustainability of the ancient temple operation.
You can do a temple stay program, which includes an overnight visit, or just come for a meal (vegetarian) or to explore the buildings and shrines. You can also visit the area just to explore Bukhansan National Park, as the temple is inside it. There are miles of hiking trails and three peaks, which can be climbed. Aside from the mountains and forests and their spectacular scenery, there are also ruins of an ancient fortress along the hiking trails.
Address: 73 Jingwan-gil, Jingwan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
17. Itaewon
Itaewon at night
Itaewon at night
Yes, it's a touristy, ex-pat area filled with gift shops and street food, but the Itaewon neighborhood is a great place to just spend an afternoon wandering around. It's especially fun in the early evening, when residents also come out to grab dinner and people watch. There's an energy here that defines the cosmopolitan city, and it's also a popular strolling spot for locals. You'll see a lot of Korean families, kids, and couples, all enjoying the shops and restaurants.
For those in search of authentic Korean food, this is not the place to come, but it is the place to come for international foods not widely available in Seoul. Things like Italian food, pizza, burgers, and American-style western barbecue.
18. Seoul's Street Food Markets
Street food in Seoul
Street food in Seoul
As one of the world's great food cultures, no visit to Korea is complete without enjoying some street food. The Gwangjang Market, in Central Seoul, is truly a foodie heaven on earth. The large covered market area is filled with multiple food stalls offering the complete array of Korean specialties.
The cool thing about this market and most food markets in Seoul, is that the majority of these food stalls are like little mini restaurants in that they have a row of stools and a counter, so you can sit and eat. It's also cool that most stands will offer you a free sample to try their offerings.
Stalls typically offer bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes), bibimbap (rice mixed with sauteed beef, vegetables, and gochujang red chili paste), gimbap (Korean sushi), sundae (blood sausage), tteokbokki (stir-fried spicy rice cakes), and various types of noodles.
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