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Namdaemun Market1
Shopping

Namdaemun Market

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

Deoksugung Palace2
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.

Gwangjang Market3
Food

Gwangjang Market

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

Bukchon Hanok Village4
Attraction

Bukchon Hanok Village

A traditional Korean village with hundreds of hanok (traditional houses) dating back to the Joseon Dynasty. The narrow alleys offer stunning views between Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung palaces.

Bulguksa Temple5
Attraction

Bulguksa Temple

UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece and the crown jewel of Silla Buddhist art. Built in 774 AD, this temple complex features two iconic stone pagodas (Dabotap and Seokgatap) and stunning stone bridges. One of Korea's most important cultural treasures.

Hwangnidan-gil Street6
Street

Hwangnidan-gil Street

Gyeongju's trendiest street lined with stylish cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops in renovated hanok buildings. Located near Daereungwon royal tombs, Hwangnidan-gil blends traditional Silla-era atmosphere with modern culture.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)7
Shopping

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

A futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, surrounded by massive fashion malls open until dawn. Great for late-night shopping and architectural photography.

Seochon Village8
Cafe

Seochon Village

A charming traditional neighborhood west of Gyeongbokgung with hidden cafes, art galleries, and bakeries in hanok-style buildings. Less touristy than Bukchon with a local neighborhood feel.

Jagalchi Fish Market9
Food

Jagalchi Fish Market

Korea's largest seafood market. The massive building houses hundreds of vendors selling live fish, crabs, sea urchin, and more. Pick your seafood on the first floor and have it prepared on the second.

Myeongdong Kyoja10
Food

Myeongdong Kyoja

Legendary kalguksu (knife-cut noodles) restaurant beloved since 1966. Rich broth with handmade noodles — a Seoul institution.

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.

Dodamsambong Peaks12
Attraction

Dodamsambong Peaks

Three iconic rock peaks rising from the South Han River - Danyang's symbol and one of the Eight Scenic Wonders of Danyang. Beautiful at all seasons, especially at sunrise/sunset.

Lotte Department Store Busan13
Shopping

Lotte Department Store Busan

Busan's premier department store and one of the largest in Korea. Features luxury brands, Korean designer labels, a huge food hall (depachika), tax-free shopping for tourists, and a rooftop garden with city views.

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond14
Attraction

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond

An ancient Silla palace pond that becomes absolutely magical at night. The palace pavilions reflected in the still water create one of Korea's most photographed scenes. Originally built in 674 AD as a royal banquet site, thousands of artifacts were discovered when the pond was drained in 1975.

Hyeopjae Beach15
Attraction

Hyeopjae Beach

A stunning white sand beach with crystal-clear turquoise water and views of Biyangdo Island. One of Jeju's most beautiful beaches, perfect for swimming in summer and scenic walks year-round.

Lotte Mart Seoul Station16
Shopping

Lotte Mart Seoul Station

Best spot for last-minute souvenir shopping. Ramyeon sets, K-snacks, seaweed, and Korean cosmetics at great prices. Tax-free counter for tourists.

COEX Starfield Library17
Attraction

COEX Starfield Library

Iconic open library inside COEX Mall with 13m-high bookshelves and 50,000+ books. A stunning Instagram-worthy space combining culture, shopping, and dining.

Sinpo International Market18
Food

Sinpo International Market

Historic market known for Sinpo-style dakgangjeong (sweet crispy fried chicken), mandu (dumplings), and street food. One of Incheon's oldest food markets.

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple19
Attraction

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

A stunning seaside Buddhist temple perched on the rocky coastline of northeastern Busan. Unlike most Korean temples hidden in the mountains, this one offers breathtaking ocean panoramas with crashing waves below.

Ssangdung-i Dwaeji Gukbap20
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.

Hot Popups

Kollab Korea Pop-up1

Kollab Korea Pop-up

~ Jul 8, 2026

Visit: Receive a Kollab logo reusable bag when visiting after pre-booking (first-come, first-served). SNS Verification: Complete your own custom nail design and participate in the SNS event to enter a raffle for a new Glam Design nail tip seeding box worth 120,000 KRW. Purchase: Participate in the scoop event with purchases over 50,000 KRW.

Lenovo Seongsu Pop-up Store2

Lenovo Seongsu Pop-up Store

~ Jun 29, 2026

Customer Benefits: [April Special] Purchase Lenovo Yoga products to receive a 1-year M365 subscription, Naver Pay vouchers, Yoga accessory bundles, and limited edition collaboration goods.

LG Electronics Brand Exhibition - THE FIRST: Origins3

LG Electronics Brand Exhibition - THE FIRST: Origins

~ Dec 30, 2026

SNS Verification: Participate in the Spring Instagram Cherry Blossom event to win prizes including LG StanbyME.

Tino Sehgal Exhibition4

Tino Sehgal Exhibition

~ Jun 28, 2026

OBJECT Pop-up: Check-in Seoul5

OBJECT Pop-up: Check-in Seoul

~ Jun 29, 2026

Singles Stay 2026 - Beauty & Tea6

Singles Stay 2026 - Beauty & Tea

Pocai Pop-up - Hongdae7

Pocai Pop-up - Hongdae

~ Sep 17, 2026

APMA, CHAPTER FIVE – FROM THE APMA COLLECTION8

APMA, CHAPTER FIVE – FROM THE APMA COLLECTION

~ Aug 2, 2026

Beyond Impressionism: Masterpieces from the Detroit Institute of Arts9

Beyond Impressionism: Masterpieces from the Detroit Institute of Arts

~ Aug 23, 2026

CLAMP Exhibition – SELECTION10

CLAMP Exhibition – SELECTION

~ Jul 19, 2026

Hot Courses

Seoul Hidden Foodie Gems: Local Favorites Beyond Tourist Spots1

Seoul Hidden Foodie Gems: Local Favorites Beyond Tourist Spots

2 days

Skip the tourist traps and eat where Seoulites actually eat. This 2-day foodie trail covers Michelin-loved Korean BBQ spots, cult-following jokbal joints, legendary solo-dining restaurants, and trending Seongsu bakeries — all places that rarely appear in guidebooks.

Seoul + Jeju Combo: 6-Day Korea Grand Tour2

Seoul + Jeju Combo: 6-Day Korea Grand Tour

6 days

The ultimate Korea experience combining 2 days in Seoul with 4 days on Jeju Island. Explore Seoul's palaces, K-culture hotspots, and legendary food scene, then fly to Jeju for volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, ocean-view cafes, and the island's incredible culinary traditions. Perfect for first-time visitors wanting the best of both worlds.

Seoul K-Culture & Shopping Deep Dive 4-Day Itinerary3

Seoul K-Culture & Shopping Deep Dive 4-Day Itinerary

4 days

A 3-night, 4-day deep dive into Seoul's K-pop culture, K-drama filming locations, trendy neighborhoods, and advanced shopping for repeat visitors who want to go beyond the basics. From HYBE Insight to Apgujeong Rodeo Street, experience Seoul like a local K-culture insider.

Seoul + Busan Grand Tour (5N6D)4

Seoul + Busan Grand Tour (5N6D)

6 days

The ultimate Korea trip combining Seoul's palaces, trendy neighborhoods, and nightlife with Busan's beaches, temples, and street food markets. Travel between cities on the KTX bullet train for the complete Korean experience in 6 days.

Seoul Market Food Trail: 6 Markets in 2 Days5

Seoul Market Food Trail: 6 Markets in 2 Days

2 days

Eat your way through Seoul's greatest markets. From Gwangjang's legendary bindaetteok and yukhoe, to Tongin's coin-lunchbox system, Namdaemun's knife-cut noodle alley, Noryangjin's live sashimi picks, and Majang's wholesale Korean beef. This isn't sightseeing — this is a serious eating mission.

Jeju Island Essential: 3-Day Highlights6

Jeju Island Essential: 3-Day Highlights

3 days

Discover the must-see highlights of Jeju Island in 3 action-packed days. From the iconic Seongsan Ilchulbong sunrise peak to Manjanggul Lava Tube, Hyeopjae Beach, and the island's legendary black pork — this compact itinerary covers all the essentials for first-time Jeju visitors.

Seoul to Danyang Adventure: Paragliding & Caves7

Seoul to Danyang Adventure: Paragliding & Caves

3 days

3-day adrenaline-packed trip from Seoul to Danyang. Paragliding over river valleys, Mancheonha Skywalk zipline, ancient limestone cave, and iconic Dodamsambong peaks.

Seoul to Daejeon Foodie Trip8

Seoul to Daejeon Foodie Trip

2 days

2-day KTX trip from Seoul to Daejeon, Korea's hidden foodie city. Visit the legendary Sungsimdang bakery, explore the cafe street, walk the Hanbat Arboretum, and discover EXPO Science Park.

Andong & Yeongju Heritage Trail9

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.

Korea Cherry Blossom Trail: Seoul→Gyeongju→Jinhae 5D10

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.