Day Trips in South Korea: A Comprehensive Guide

Seoraksan National Park

• Location: Gangwon-do Province
• Highlights: Seorak Mountain Range, Baekdudaegan (the backbone of the Korean Peninsula), Ulsanbawi Rock, and waterfalls
• Tip: Visit during autumn for breathtaking views of the changing leaves.

Jeju Island

• Location: Jeju Province
• Highlights: Hallasan Volcano, Manjanggul Cave, Jeju Folk Village, and Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak (Sunrise Peak)
• Tip: Rent a scooter or car to explore the island at your own pace.

Nami Island

• Location: Gapyeong, Gyeonggi-do Province
• Highlights: Metasequoia grove, filming location for the Korean drama “Winter Sonata”
• Tip: Visit during spring to see the beautiful cherry blossoms.

Busan

• Location: Busan City, Jeollanam-do Province
• Highlights: Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Jagalchi Fish Market, Gamcheon Culture Village (Macha Hill), and Busan Tower
• Tip: Take a bus from the centrally located Jagalchi Subway Station to explore the city.

Jeonju Hanok Village

• Location: Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do Province
• Highlights: Traditional Korean houses (Hanok), Jeonju Royal Tomb Complex, and local cuisine like Bibimbap
• Tip: Experience a traditional tea ceremony in one of the Hanok homes.

Gyeongju

• Location: Gyeongsangbuk-do Province
• Highlights: Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, Anapji Pond, and the Ancient Tombs
• Tip: Rent a bicycle to explore the historical sites at your own pace.

Andong Hahoe Mask Village

• Location: Andong City, North Gyeongsang Province
• Highlights: Traditional Korean houses (Hanok), Hahoe Mask Museum, and the Nakdong River
• Tip: Watch a traditional mask dance performance in the village.