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Sukseongdo (Aged Pork Specialist)1
Food

Sukseongdo (Aged Pork Specialist)

Korea's first cross-aged pork specialist, pioneering dry-aging since 2018. Menu numbers (960, 720, 560) indicate aging hours — 960 means 40 days. A glass aging showcase room lets diners see the process. Staff grill tableside throughout the meal. Complimentary pork kimchi jjigae served as a finisher.

Cheonggyecheon Stream2
Attraction

Cheonggyecheon Stream

11km restored stream running through central Seoul, from Gwanghwamun to Dongdaemun. Below street level so it's quieter than you'd expect. Lit up at night, good for a walk after dinner in Jongno.

Gyeongbokgung Palace3
Attraction

Gyeongbokgung Palace

The largest of the Five Grand Palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty. Watch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at 10:00 and 14:00.

Sungsimdang Bakery4
Food

Sungsimdang Bakery

Korea's most famous regional bakery since 1956. Famous for tuigim soboro (fried streusel bread) and red bean buns. Lines form daily for their signature pastries.

Ssangdung-i Dwaeji Gukbap5
Food

Ssangdung-i Dwaeji Gukbap

Legendary pork soup rice restaurant since 1996, officially recommended by Visit Korea and Visit Busan. Famous for its rich, milky pork bone broth and unlimited broth refills that keep locals and tourists coming back.

HYBE Insight Museum6
Attraction

HYBE Insight Museum

An interactive museum at HYBE's headquarters in Yongsan, showcasing the history and artistry of BTS, SEVENTEEN, TXT, and other HYBE artists. Features immersive audio-visual installations and original costumes.

Songdo Beach7
Attraction

Songdo Beach

Busan's first public beach, opened in 1913, featuring the Songdo Marine Cable Car and a thrilling glass-floor Skywalk over the ocean. A perfect blend of historic seaside charm and modern attractions.

Jeonju Nambu Market8
Food

Jeonju Nambu Market

A traditional market with over 100 years of history, transformed into Jeonju's hottest night market on weekends. By day, local vendors sell produce, dried goods, and traditional Korean snacks. By night, the Youth Mall section fills with creative street food stalls and live music.

BIFF Square9
Attraction

BIFF Square

The heart of the Busan International Film Festival, this lively square is paved with celebrity handprints and surrounded by street food stalls, shops, and cinemas. A must-visit for Korean movie fans.

Nami Island (Namiseom)10
Attraction

Nami Island (Namiseom)

Iconic tree-lined island from K-drama 'Winter Sonata'. Famous for autumn foliage (metasequoia avenue), couples' activities, and seasonal festivals. A must-visit for K-drama fans.

Songdo Central Park11
Attraction

Songdo Central Park

Korea's first seawater canal park in the futuristic Songdo International City. Boat rides, waterfront walking trails, and stunning modern architecture. Perfect sunset spot.

Deoksugung Palace12
Attraction

Deoksugung Palace

A unique palace blending traditional Korean and Western neoclassical architecture. Famous for the beautiful Deoksugung Stonewall Road alongside it, one of Seoul's most romantic walkways. The changing of the guard ceremony is a highlight.

N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower)13
Attraction

N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower)

Seoul's most iconic landmark offering 360-degree panoramic views of the city. Take the cable car up or hike through Namsan Park for beautiful views along the way.

Balwoo Gongyang (Temple Food)14
Food

Balwoo Gongyang (Temple Food)

Michelin-starred Korean temple food restaurant near Jogyesa Temple. Buddhist cuisine made entirely from plant-based ingredients without garlic, onion, or leek. A meditative dining experience rooted in Buddhist tradition.

Gwangjang Market15
Food

Gwangjang Market

Korea's oldest traditional market. Famous for bindaetteok, mayak gimbap, and yukhoe. Featured on Netflix's Street Food.

Seoul Forest16
Attraction

Seoul Forest

Beautiful urban park with deer enclosure, art installations, and walking trails. A refreshing break between Seongsu cafe stops.

Shilla Jemyeon Anguk17
Food

Shilla Jemyeon Anguk

Spicy octopus bibim kalguksu in Anguk-dong. An addictive combination of fiery heat and chewy hand-cut noodles.

Dongmun Traditional Market18
Food

Dongmun Traditional Market

Jeju's largest and oldest traditional market, bustling with fresh seafood, local snacks, and Jeju specialty products. The night market section offers street food favorites like grilled black pork skewers and hallabong juice.

Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market19
Food

Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market

Daily market in downtown Seogwipo with fresh produce, seafood, and street food at local prices.

Namdaemun Market20
Shopping

Namdaemun Market

Korea's largest traditional market with 600+ years of history. Accessories, clothing, and Korean snacks at wholesale prices.

Hot Popups

National Sejong Arboretum X Kakao Friends Special Exhibition - Sejong1

National Sejong Arboretum X Kakao Friends Special Exhibition - Sejong

~ May 9, 2026

2026 PEAK Festival2

2026 PEAK Festival

와플대학 두바이 디저트 팝업 - 수원3

와플대학 두바이 디저트 팝업 - 수원

~ Jun 7, 2026

Kamisama Kiss Pop-up4

Kamisama Kiss Pop-up

~ May 13, 2026

HUNTER×HUNTER X ANIPLUS Collaboration Cafe - Busan5

HUNTER×HUNTER X ANIPLUS Collaboration Cafe - Busan

~ May 9, 2026

Chungnam Sunset Camping6

Chungnam Sunset Camping

콜랩코리아 팝업7

콜랩코리아 팝업

~ Jul 8, 2026

방문: 사전예약 후 방문 시, 콜랩 로고 리유저블 백 증정 (선착순) SNS 인증: 나만의 커스텀 네일 디자인을 완성하여 SNS 인증 이벤트 참여 시, 추첨을 통하여 12만 원 상당의 신상 글램 디자인 네일팁 시딩박스 증정 구매 고객: 5만 원 이상 구매 시, 스쿱 이벤트 참여 가능

HUNTER×HUNTER X ANIPLUS Collaboration Cafe - Hapjeong8

HUNTER×HUNTER X ANIPLUS Collaboration Cafe - Hapjeong

~ May 9, 2026

CLAMP Exhibition – SELECTION9

CLAMP Exhibition – SELECTION

Chainsaw Man Exhibition - Busan10

Chainsaw Man Exhibition - Busan

~ May 30, 2026

Visit: Receive 1 random character photo card (out of 8) per ticket upon entry / Purchase: Receive 1 random Pochita bookmark (out of 3) per collaboration cafe menu item

Hot Courses

Seoul 3-Day First Timer Itinerary1

Seoul 3-Day First Timer Itinerary

3 days

The perfect 3-day Seoul itinerary for first-time visitors. Explore palaces, street food, trendy neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks with real map links and local tips.

Global Seoul: Yongsan-Itaewon-HBC 1N2D2

Global Seoul: Yongsan-Itaewon-HBC 1N2D

2 days

Seoul's most international corridor — from Korea's largest museum and the War Memorial to the multicultural streets of Itaewon, hillside rooftop bars of Haebangchon, and sunset at Namsan Tower. The most English-friendly itinerary in Seoul.

Essential Seoul First-Timer 2N3D Itinerary3

Essential Seoul First-Timer 2N3D Itinerary

3 days

A compact 2-night, 3-day Seoul itinerary designed for English-speaking first-time visitors. Covers classic palaces, modern culture, a powerful war museum, expat-friendly neighborhoods, and departure-day market essentials.

Busan Deep Dive: 4-Day Coastal Adventure4

Busan Deep Dive: 4-Day Coastal Adventure

4 days

Go beyond the tourist highlights and truly experience Busan over 4 packed days. Hike the dramatic Igidae Coastal Walk, discover hidden Huinyeoul Culture Village, feast on legendary pork soup at Ssangdungi Gukbap, catch sunset at Waveon Coffee's cliff-edge terrace, and explore vibrant markets from Jagalchi to Bupyeong Night Market.

Andong & Yeongju Heritage Trail5

Andong & Yeongju Heritage Trail

3 days

3-day cultural heritage journey through Korea's Confucian heartland. UNESCO Hahoe Village, traditional mask dance, Bongjeongsa Temple, Sosu Seowon Academy, and Buseoksa Temple with autumn mountain views.

Jeju Nature & Food: 4-Day Deep Dive6

Jeju Nature & Food: 4-Day Deep Dive

4 days

Go deeper into Jeju Island with a 4-day itinerary balancing stunning natural landscapes and the island's rich food culture. Hike Hallasan, explore Udo Island by bicycle, discover Seogwipo's waterfalls and markets, and feast your way through Jeju's best local specialties from abalone porridge to black pork.

Incheon Day Trip: Chinatown, Coastal Islands & Songdo7

Incheon Day Trip: Chinatown, Coastal Islands & Songdo

1 days

Perfect 1-day Incheon trip from Seoul. Explore Korea's only Chinatown, ride to Wolmido Island for amusement and sea views, relax at Eulwangri Beach, grab fresh seafood at Sorae Port, and end at futuristic Songdo Central Park.

Gyeongju Food Heritage: Ancient Capital, Timeless Flavors8

Gyeongju Food Heritage: Ancient Capital, Timeless Flavors

2 days

Gyeongju isn't just UNESCO ruins — it's a food destination hiding in plain sight. This 2-day food tour covers Hwangnam bread (baked since 1939), hand-rolled Gyori Gimbap, silky kongguksu (cold soy milk noodles), Bulguksa ssambap wraps, savory sundubu, and the royal dining experience at Yoseokgung 1779. History you can taste.

Korea Cherry Blossom Trail: Seoul→Gyeongju→Jinhae 5D9

Korea Cherry Blossom Trail: Seoul→Gyeongju→Jinhae 5D

5 days

Chase the cherry blossoms from Seoul to Korea's two most spectacular bloom spots. Start with Yeouido's pink tunnel and Seokchon Lake in Seoul, then KTX to Gyeongju where cherry trees frame 1,000-year-old Silla tombs, and finish at Jinhae's legendary Gunhangje Festival — 360,000 cherry trees turning an entire city pink.

Seoul K-Food & Traditional Culture Immersion (3N4D)10

Seoul K-Food & Traditional Culture Immersion (3N4D)

4 days

A deep-dive K-Food and traditional culture immersion course for Japanese food lovers. Explore Korea's greatest markets, learn to cook Korean dishes, experience temple cuisine, and discover Seoul's vibrant street food scene over 4 unforgettable days.