Best places to visit in South Korea
Highlight :
- Changdeokgung Palace & Secret Garden (Seoul)
- Lotte World (Seoul)
- N Seoul Tower (Seoul)
- COEX Aquarium
- Namsangol Hanok Village
- Everland Resort (Yongin)
Detail:
Gyeongbokgung Palace (Seoul)
- Admission:
- Adults: ₩3,000
- Free for visitors wearing hanbok
- Activities:
- Explore the largest of the Five Grand Palaces from the Joseon Dynasty
- Witness the ceremonial Changing of the Royal Guard at Gwanghwamun Gate
- Visit the National Palace Museum and National Folk Museum within the palace grounds
- Enjoy special nighttime viewing sessions from April to October
Changdeokgung Palace & Secret Garden (Seoul)
- Admission:
- Palace: ₩3,000 (Adults 25–64)
- Secret Garden (Huwon): ₩8,000 (Adults 25–64)
- Activities:
- Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its harmonious design with nature
- Stroll through the Secret Garden, featuring ancient trees, pavilions, and lotus ponds
- Participate in guided tours to learn about royal life and architecture
N Seoul Tower (Seoul)
- Admission:
- Observatory: ₩16,000 (Adults), ₩12,000 (Children)
- Cable Car (One-way): ₩11,000 (Adults), ₩8,000 (Children)
- Activities:
- Enjoy panoramic views of Seoul from the observatory
- Ride the cable car up Namsan Mountain
- Attach love locks on the fence as a symbol of eternal love
Lotte World (Seoul)
- Admission:
- 1-Day Pass: ₩62,000 (Adults), ₩54,000 (Teenagers), ₩47,000 (Children)
- After 4 PM: ₩50,000 (Adults), ₩43,000 (Teenagers), ₩36,000 (Children)
- Activities:
- Experience one of the world’s largest indoor theme parks
- Explore Magic Island, an outdoor amusement park on a lake
- Enjoy parades, performances, and a variety of rides for all ages
COEX Aquarium (Seoul)
- Admission: Approximately $21 USD
- Activities:
- Discover over 40,000 sea creatures across 16 themed zones
- Walk through the underwater tunnel with sharks swimming overhead
- Engage in interactive exhibits and feeding sessions
Namsangol Hanok Village (Seoul)
- Admission: Free
- Activities:
- Explore restored traditional Korean houses (hanok) from the Joseon Dynasty
- Participate in cultural programs like tea ceremonies and traditional crafts
- Enjoy performances and seasonal festivals
Korean Folk Village (Yongin)
- Admission:
- Free Pass: ₩32,000 (Adults), ₩27,000 (Teenagers), ₩20,000 (Children)
- Pass: ₩15,000 (Adults), ₩13,000 (Teenagers), ₩11,000 (Children)
- Activities:
- Experience traditional Korean culture through reconstructed village settings
- Watch folk performances, including traditional music and dance
- Participate in hands-on activities like pottery and traditional games
Aqua Planet 63 & 63 Art Observatory (Seoul)
- Admission: Approximately $9 USD
- Activities:
- Visit Aqua Planet 63 to see diverse marine life, including otters and penguins
- Enjoy panoramic city views from the 63 Art Observatory
- Explore art exhibitions featuring various artists
Trick Eye Museum (Seoul)
- Admission: Approximately $11 USD
- Activities:
- Engage with optical illusion artworks that come to life through augmented reality
- Take creative photos interacting with 3D paintings
- Explore themed zones like Masterpiece, Fantasy, and Adventure
Alive Museum (Seoul)
- Admission: Approximately $8 USD
- Activities:
- Experience interactive 4D optical illusion art installations
- Take fun photos that play with perspective and creativity
- Enjoy a family-friendly environment suitable for all ages