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Top Things to do in South Korea
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Things to do in South Korea, South Korea: The Best Historic Walking Areas
Coordinates: 36°N 128°E / 36°N 128°E / 36; 128
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1. Amidong Tombstone Culture Village
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Hwaseong Fortress
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4.5 based on 953 reviews
Hwaseong Fortress in the town of Suwon is just a 30-minute train ride from Seoul. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Korea’s most important historical treasures and is the only remaining walled fortress in the country.
Reviewed By chrisruggaluffagus - Yorktown, United States
This place is a great stop and definitely in my top 15 things to see in South Korea. The fortress, gates, bastions, command posts, etc are amazing and picturesque. So many great opportunities to get cool and beautiful pictures. Lots of food and markets located on the south end of the fortress are an ideal place to stop for lunch or dinner. Small entry fee gives you access to the entirety of the fortress. Parking near Yeonmundae Information Center allows you access to tourist trolley. Parking is 2000₩ for 3 hours. If you have time, plan your trip later in the day to see the fortress in day light and at night. Beautiful beautiful beautiful. Good luck and have fun.
3. Cheonggyecheon Stream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,946 reviews
Formerrly polluted and covered with an elevated road since 2005 this stream has been cleaned up and made into an Art and nature walkway through the heart of Seoul.
Reviewed By harriskirrie - Kirriemuir, United Kingdom
This is a great oasis in a very busy city, and is perfect for a contemplative walk, a jog, or just to sit and soak up the atmosphere.
4. Changgyeonggung Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 736 reviews
Reviewed By abhooo - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This is an amazing place and we had so much fun! We have tried their tradition costume (Hanbok) and tour around the palace. A huge place to roam around and very interesting history!
5. Gwanghallu Pavilion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By thelonious22
Gwanghallu Garden is one of the most picturesque spots in Korea. Because it has been a filming location for so many tecent historical drama films (Masquerade, The Face Reader, The Throne, The Princess and the Matchmaker, and the Royal Tailor to name a few) quite easy to imagine the Joseon era noblemen taking a break in one of its pavilions or being entertained. The main pavilion Geanghallu cannot be entered but it can be admired with its photogenic surroundings that includes the stone bridge. Few smaller pavilions like Yeongjugak are open for visitors to relax in. Wonwoljeong Pavilion is used as a performance space where a short pansori performance takes place a few times a day.
6. Nagan Eupseong Folk Village
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4.5 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By xinjien2 - Singapore, Singapore
It was a long taxi ride away from the city center (Suncheon Station), especially as the roads were frozen. However, the view was worth the ride! It was a very quaint and quiet little village, perhaps we reached too early (we reached at about 9:30am!), perhaps the weather was too cold, there were hardly anyone around. Shops were closed and there were no performances, but it was so lovely to be walking around the place. It gives off a completely different vibe from the bustling streets of the city. I absolutely loved the place!
7. Sinseondae
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By gbgibsfroze - Gumi, South Korea
Just across the windy hill, this place is really something. Good for taking photos and relaxation. This place is really good for groups and to those who want to get some fresh air.
8. Yeojwacheon Stream
9. Korean Peninsula-shaped Cliffs (Seonam Village)
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By RichieJ1993 - Seoul, South Korea
It’s a short 15 minute hike to the cliff from the parking lot. Nice trail walk and you have vendors around the parking lot selling local delicacies and drink for your post-hike rehydration.
