If you’re planning a trip to South Korea, this hub brings together every guide from my journey across the country. From Busan’s colourful markets and coastline to Gyeongju’s UNESCO temples, Andong’s traditional villages and Seoul’s vibrant neighbourhoods, this page will help you follow the exact route I took.
Whether you’re visiting South Korea for the first time or looking for inspiration for a longer itinerary, I hope these guides make planning your own adventure a little easier.
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Our South Korea Travel Route
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Follow My Complete South Korea Route
1. Busan Travel Guide
Perfect if you’re interested in:
- beaches
- seafood
- coastal walks
- markets
- relaxed city atmosphere
Highlights:
- Busan Tower – panoramic city and port views
- Jagalchi Market – iconic seafood market
- Gwangbok-ro Fashion Street – shopping and street culture
- Songdo Marine Cable Car – coastal cable car with beach views
2. Busan to Gyeongju Itinerary
Perfect if you’re interested in:
- UNESCO sites
- Korean history
- temples
- museums
Highlights:
- Gamcheon Culture Village – colourful hillside art village
- UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea – Korean War memorial
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple – coastal Buddhist temple
- Bulguksa Temple – UNESCO temple
- Gyeongju National Museum – Silla dynasty treasures
3. Andong Travel Guide
Perfect if you’re interested in:
- traditional villages
- festivals
- authentic Korean culture
Highlights:
- Haeinsa Temple – houses the Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks.
- Hahoe Folk Village – Joseon-era village
- Andong Mask Dance Festival – international mask dance performances
4. Andong to Seoul Travel Route
- Punggi Ginseng Market – high-quality Korean ginseng
- Mancheonha Skywalk – scenic cliffside walkway
5. 2-Day Seoul Itinerary
Perfect if you’re interested in:
- palaces
- shopping
- food markets
- city life
Highlights:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace – a royal palace with a guard changing ceremony
- Insadong – arts and crafts neighbourhood
- Gwangjang Market – street food
- Starfield Library – iconic COEX Mall library
- Korean Demilitarised Zone – historic border tour
Plan and Book Your South Korea Trip
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Tours and Experiences Mentioned Throughout My South Korea Trip
🌊 Busan
🏯 Gyeongju
🛕 Andong
⛰️ Hapcheon and Haeinsa
🏙 Seoul
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I’m continuing to add new South Korea guides as I publish them, so feel free to bookmark this page and check back before planning your trip. My goal is to make this hub a complete resource for anyone wanting to explore South Korea using the same route I followed.
