Seoraksan National Park
A hermitage en route to Ulsan Bawi, Gyejo-am is a human-made cave where you can sometimes hear Buddhist monks chanting just before reaching the boulder of…
Must-see attractions in South Korea
Seoraksan National Park
This long, thin 40m-high waterfall in Seorak-san National Park gushes into a picturesque pool and and is a 2km climb up from the Seoraksan National Park…
Gyeongsangbuk-do
This long and thin copse of pine trees alongside the river serves as a windbreaker. It faces the Buyongdae Cliff and leads to a stretch of sand alongside…
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
Mongchon Museum has some precious golden relics of the Baekje kings, a seven-pronged sword and the usual dull pots. The history of human settlement here…
Gyeongsangbuk-do
Near the Andong Folk Village, this museum offers clear displays of Korea’s folk traditions from birth through to death.
Gangwon-do
The ship-shaped Fishing Village Folk Museum focuses on the history of fishing and shamanist rituals in the region, and sexual iconography in other…
Suwon
This vibrant little gallery exhibits local artists in a converted '70s home within Haenggung-dong Mural Village.
Gyeongsangbuk-do
With its skilfully-made grey brick spire, this small church is a reminder of the pervasive presence of Christianity even in the smallest of communities.
Busan
During the Christmas season, the streets are aglow and the area around the statute might be the most beautiful place in the city for an evening stroll.
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
In the middle of Apgujeong's chic art hub, this slick gallery shows contemporary works by emerging and established artists, both local and from abroad.
Busan
This park features a cable car, located about 150m from the park entrance; follow the Ropeway signs.
Chungcheongnam-do
Gap-sa's main hall contains three gleaming Buddha statues, while a smaller shrine houses three shamanist deities – Chilseong, Sansin and Dokseong.
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
Looking like a giant music speaker crossed with a slab of Swiss cheese, this incredible steel-clad building was designed by Unsangdong Architects.
Gangwon-do
This temple is named after and dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy (Gwaneum), worshipped by those seeking consolation or by women wanting children.
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
Gangnam's 'Hallyuwood Walk of Fame' pays homage to K-Pop stars in the form of cutesy bear sculptures dedicated to K-Wave singers and actors.
Gyeongsangnam-do
It's an easy day-trip from Jinju to this small water fall in Jirisan. The hike to get there is an easy 3 hours round trip from Ssanggye-sa.
Chungcheongnam-do
Of the many island beaches, this is the cleanest one with striking ocean views, the least amount of trash and a half dozen nearby pensions.
Gangwon-do
A group of nine waterfalls, each representing a dragon that occupied it, according to one of the legends that swirls about.
Gyeongju
A royal tomb with 12 statues carved with the likeness of the signs of the Chinese zodiac watching over the resting place.
Myeong-dong & Jung-gu
A part of Deoksugung, this building served as Emperor Gojong’s living quarters.
Gyeongsangbuk-do
This small temple might be simple, but being walking distance from Dodong-ri makes it a good resting spot for a stroll.
Gyeonggi-do & Incheon
Not as special as Seopori Beach, but pleasant enough and sees fewer tourists.
Sokcho
The views of distant Seorak-san and the East Sea aren't bad, but it's best at dusk or dawn. Binoculars are available.
Seoraksan National Park
A launching point to hike up Daecheong-bong. Carbonated, iron-rich water springs from three base rocks at a brook.
Gyeongju
A pavilion on Gumi-san, a mountain northwest of central Gyeongju, of the indigenous Korean religion Cheondoism.
Queen Jeonghyeon Wanghu's Tomb
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
One of three royal tombs at Seonjeongneung park. Queen Jeonghyeon Wanghu was the second wife of King Seongjong.
Gyeongju
Known as Pagoda Valley, but the biggest draw of Tapgol is the hermitage Ongnyong-am and its Buddha carvings.
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
A decent art gallery with a fantastic space for its regularly rotating art shows by emerging local artists.
Gangwon-do
This temple is dedicated to Gwaneum, the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy who 'listens to the cries of the world'.
Gyeongsangbuk-do
This modest cave in can be visited on a stop by on a side-trip after climbing up the slopes of Juwang-san.
Gyeongju
Stand on this rock formation for broad views of the valley that you won't get from the higher peaks.
Gyeongsangbuk-do
A valley of trees that paints the perfect picture, with a wooden bridge strung out across a creek.
Gyeongju
At this temple you can view a seated Buddha image carved in stone and a three-storey stone pagoda.
Jeonju
Grab some street food and bring it here for a picnic in this large, public gazebo on the river.
Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Viewpoint
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
This park offers a good vantage point of the nightly fountain show coming off Banpo Bridge.
Gyeongsangbuk-do
Another rather modest cave where legend says King Ju (Juwang) once hid a stash of weapons.
Gyeongju
At this hermitage you’ll find lovely views across the valley and maybe a monk chanting.
Daegu
A temple in Apsan-gongwon, southern Daegu, with a large, white standing stone Buddha.
Gyeongsangnam-do
Lakeside city park with a handful of hotels and cafes, plus an amusement park.
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