Location: Gyeongju
Top Things to do in Gyeongju
Top 10 Day Trips from in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Gyeongju (Korean: 경주, pronounced [kjʌŋ.dʑu]), historically known as "Seorabeol" (Korean: 서라벌, pronounced [sʌ.ɾa.bʌl]), is a coastal city in the far southeastern corner of North Gyeongsang Province in South Korea. It is the second largest city by area in the province after Andong, covering 1,324 km (511 sq mi) with a population of 264,091 people (as of December 2012.) Gyeongju is 370 km (230 mi) southeast of Seoul, and 55 km (34 mi) east of Daegu. The city borders Cheongdo and Yeongcheon to the west, Ulsan to the south and Pohang to the north, while to the east lies the coast of the East Sea. Numerous low mountains—outliers of the Taebaek range—are scattered around the city.
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1. Private Gyeongju tour including Seokguram, Bulguksa and Tomb park from Busan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Discover the highlights of Gyeongju on a full-day tour by comfortable Minivan with a knowledgeable guide. This day trip from Busan delivers you to the coastal city and its cultural treasures such as Bulguksa Temple and its hermitage, Seokguram Grotto — both part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. As well as entire city is UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll learn to forecast the weather at Cheomseongdae Observatory and pore over a vast collection of Silla Dynasty artifacts at the Gyeongju National Museum. also you are coming over Gyochon Village that's folk village from Joseon Dynasty. Nickname of this city is a Museum which doesn't have roof, that means you can see tons of treasures in this city. Round-trip hotel transport and a restaurant lunch are included.
Inclusions: Lunch, Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, All taxes, fees and handling charges, WiFi on board, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By 921julieannl
The temples are the most attractive because it’s like you are living in an ancient times in a modern world. It is just an amazing, uplifting experience.
2. 3-Day KORAIL Tour of Busan and Gyeongju from Seoul
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX, on this small group, 3-day multi-day tour. After the 2 hour ride, explore into the past of Korean history, religion, and science. The half day guided tour will amaze you as you discover the wonders of an old Buddhist temple (Bulguksa Temple), ancient tombs (Tumuli Park), and the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia (Cheomseongdae Observatory). Next day, experience what Busan has to offer through politics, religion, history, culture, traditions, and current lifestyle. The full day guided tour will have you explore Nurimaru APEC House, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Jagalchi Fish Market, Yongdusan Park, and Gukje Market. The next day, relax and enjoy some leisure time at Busan. Then head over to Busan Station and depart to Seoul in a 3 hour ride by KTX.
Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation, Breakfast, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Drop-off and pickup at Gyeongju Hotel, Private transportation
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Drop-off & Pickup at Seoul Station
Reviewed By suemacp6
Great day with our English speaking guide. As a retired local school teacher, Sarah made our day very enjoyable and informative. Would happily recommend this day trip to a beautiful historical part of Korea. So glad we made the effort.
3. Gyeongju UNESCO heritage Private tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
#Knowledgeable and years of experiences #Licensed tour guide #Fluent in English #Flexible schedule #Good choice of meals
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Parking Fees, Tolls
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fees, Personal expenses
Reviewed By KdramaDreams
My daughter and I had an absolute blast exploring Busan with our tour guide, 정봉기. He was punctual, very funny and friendly, knowledgeable (I must have asked him a million questions and he answered all of them!! I should add patient to this list!!), and he spoke great English so there was never any problems communicating. We went from one end of Busan to the other and saw a lot of the major attractions: Busan Tower, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Haeundae Beach, really too many places to list. My two favorite places ended up being Taejongdae Cliffs (so many stairs but totally worth it for the view) and the Gamcheon Culture Village which was filled with neat shops, charming art murals around nearly every corner, statues, and colorful buildings. I absolutely loved it and I can't wait to go back. When I do, I am going to ask for the same tour guide because he was fantastic!
4. Korail Day Trip to Gyeongju's Unesco World Heritage Sites from Seoul
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX. After the 2 hour ride, explore into the past of Korean history, religion, and science. The 5-hour guided tour will amaze you as you discover the wonders of an old Buddhist temple, ancient tombs, and the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia. You will head back to Seoul in awe and understanding why the historic sites at Gyeongju were registered as UNESCO's World Heritage Sites.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Private tour with private transportation (with fuel surcharge), Pick up/ Drop off at SinGyeongju Station
Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Drop-off/ Pickup at Seoul Station
5. Private tour, 1Day Gyeongju city tour by KTX from Seoul-World Heritage Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Make your way to Gyeongju, one of the most traditional cities in Korea, via a KTX express train that travels at a brisk 300 km per hour. Two hours ride will bring you to Singyeongju(New Gyeongju) station. Upon arrival, you explore with a day trip to the culture-filled city of Gyeongju. It was once the capital of the ancient Korean Kingdom of Silla (57 BCE – 935) for about one millennium and contains a great wealth of heritage sites and relics that reflect its remarkable cultural achievements. With the assistance of our guides, catch a glimpse of some of the traditional art & culture, and experience them yourself to feel the rich history of Korea.
Inclusions: All admission fees to tourists sites, Local English-speaking guide, Roundtrip transfer service with private vehicle, KTX round trip fare (Economic class), Hotel Pick-up
Exclusions: Every meals, Hotel drop off service, Gratuities
Reviewed By jeonbuk_en
Jeonbuk has Korail Jeonbuk One-day. 2D1N tours. All you have to do is just follow amazingly talented guide. they will show you all you need and all you have to know about the Jeollabukto area.
6. 2-Day Gyeongju Rail Tour from Seoul
Journey by bullet train from Seoul to Gyeongju to experience a 5-hour guided tour as part of this 2-day adventure. During your guided tour, learn about Korea’s history, religion, and science by visiting a Buddhist temple, ancient tombs, and the oldest astronomical observatory in Asia. Your tour includes train tickets to and from Seoul (on consecutive days) as well as overnight accommodation in Gyeongju.
Inclusions: Local & professional guide, Private tour with private transportation , Overnight accommodation, Breakfast, Pickup from SinGyeongju Station & Drop-off at Gyeongju Hotel
Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Pickup at Seoul Station, Gratuities
Reviewed By suemacp6
Great day with our English speaking guide. As a retired local school teacher, Sarah made our day very enjoyable and informative. Would happily recommend this day trip to a beautiful historical part of Korea. So glad we made the effort.
7. 2-Day Rail Tour to Gyeongju and Busan from Seoul
Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX. After the 2 hour ride, explore into the past of Korean history, religion, and science. The half day guided tour will amaze you as you discover the wonders of an old Buddhist temple (Bulguksa Temple), ancient tombs (Tumuli Park), and the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia (Cheomseongdae Observatory). Next day, experience what Busan has to offer through politics, religion, history, culture, traditions, and current lifestyle. The full day guided tour will have you explore Nurimaru APEC House, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Jagalchi Fish Market, Yongdusan Park, and Gukje Market. After finishing the 2-days unique experience at Gyeongju and Busan, head back to Seoul in a 3 hour ride by KTX.
Inclusions: Overnight accommodation, Breakfast, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Private transportation with Driver/Local Professional guide, Drop-off & pick up from Gyeongju Hotel
Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner & Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off (before start of tour and at end of tour)
Reviewed By suemacp6
Great day with our English speaking guide. As a retired local school teacher, Sarah made our day very enjoyable and informative. Would happily recommend this day trip to a beautiful historical part of Korea. So glad we made the effort.
8. Gyeongju ONE DAY (History + Heritage + Culture + Local food + Craft)
- Recommend of itinerary - A course Seokguram - Bulguksa Temple - Lunch - Folk Craft Village - Bomun Lake ( Pass ) - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Cheomseongdae - Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village - National Museum - Return to Busan or Gyeongju B course Yangdong Folk Village - Lunch - Bomun Lake ( Pass by car)Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Cheomseongdae - National Museum - Palace and Wolji Pond- Folk Craft Village - Bulguksa Temple - Return to Busan or Gyeongju C course Bulguksa Temple -Gyeongju Folk Craft Village - Millennium Park - Lunch - Bomun Lake ( Passby car ) - Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond - Bunhwangsa Temples - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Cheomseongdae - National Museum - Return to Busan or Gyeongju All itinerary, customized and flexible in depends on follow traveler's schedule.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Provide transport : Coach Bus/Mini Bus/Custom Van/Car ( Small / Large group), Transportation expenses Gas / Parking / Toll fees, English Speaking Local guide + Driver either Driving guide, Free charged pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch / dinner decide it as you wish local foods and pay at the spot, Entrance fees pay at the spot, Accommodation fees, Transport : Airport ( PUS )/ KTX Sin-Gyeongju station /Busan transfer
9. (Private) 1Day Gyeongju city tour From BUSAN - UNESCO World Heritage Site
Meet your guide at your place in Busan or Gyeongju and move to Gyeongju city. You explore with a day trip to the culture-filled city of Gyeongju. It was once the capital of the ancient Korean Kingdom of Silla (57 BCE – 935) for about one millennium and contains a great wealth of heritage sites and relics that reflect its remarkable cultural achievements. With the assistance of our guides, catch a glimpse of some of the traditional art & culture, and experience them yourself to feel the rich history of Korea. Tour Highlights ● Visit the UNESCO-listed Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto ● Experience the greatest Buddhist art treasures in Korea ● Explore the city designated as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage ● Discover Gyochon Traditional Hanok Village (Korean traditional village) ● Pickup and drop-off at Gyeongju and Busan Hotels, Busan subway station or Busan station
Inclusions: Private transportation, All admission fees to tourists sites, Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel Pick-up & Drop off service
Exclusions: Gratuities, All meals, Travel Insurance, Bottled water
Reviewed By jeonbuk_en
Jeonbuk has Korail Jeonbuk One-day. 2D1N tours. All you have to do is just follow amazingly talented guide. they will show you all you need and all you have to know about the Jeollabukto area.
10. Port shore Excursion Tour - Busan to Gyeongju (8hours)
Take a journey through the picturesque countryside of Korea to temple-rich Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty and one of the ten historical cities in the world. Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty (BC57-AD935), often dubbed as a Museum without Walls. Make your way leisurely to Gyeongju, where you will see Korea's fertile farmland, glistening brooks, sheltered ginseng farms, apple plantations and lovely rice paddies that together form the patchwork of colors and ever-changing textures of the rural Korean life.
Inclusions: Entrance fee for the mentioned tour attractions, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Dinner
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