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The Best Cultural Activities in South Korea

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Cultural Activities in South Korea

Gyeongbokgung Palace ©
History Museum
Gyeongbokgung Palace , Seoul
4.5
Dating back to 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace served as the residence of the Joseon dynasty rulers, their households, and governments. Though muc
Tours from $7
Changdeokgung Palace ©
World heritage site · Architectural Building
Changdeokgung Palace , Seoul
4.5
Listed as a World Heritage Site, Changdeokgung Palace represents the main palace of Joseon Dynasty's kings, which shelters lotus ponds, pavil
Tours from $8
Insadong ©
Neighborhood
Insadong , Seoul
4.1
Once the prime district to find antiques and ancient art, Insadong remains at the heart of Seoul's cafe culture. The main street, which the m
Tours from $30
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No shopping Half-Day Korean DMZ Tour from Seoul
4.5
Duration: 6 hours
This half-day tour will take you to the Korean DMZ that is located about an hour away from Seoul. You will see the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, the DMZ Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory, the Dorasan Station and pass the Unification Village on the way back to Seoul. It will be an educational experience to learn about the Korean War and its history.
Book on Viator from $78
Bukchon Hanok Village ©
Neighborhood
Bukchon Hanok Village , Seoul
4.2
Explore a 600-year-old urban area composed of traditional Korean houses at Bukchon Hanok Village. Constructed during the reign of the Joseon
Tours from $18
Cheonggyecheon Stream ©
Water Body
Cheonggyecheon Stream , Seoul
4.3
See how a successful eco-friendly urban renewal project created a popular tourist spot at Cheonggyecheon Stream. Before the nation's rapid ec
Tours from $12

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South Korea

4.3
Shopping · History Museums · Parks
Though it boasts a history spanning thousands of years, South Korea ranks among the world's most urbanized and modernized countries, with nearly half of its population living in high-rises concentrated in the national capital. In this land of pristine mountain scenery, many South Korea vacations involve some form of winter sports--not surprising for the country that won the bid to host the 2018 Winter Olympics. Curious travelers wishing to get to know South Korea's heart and soul spend only a small part of their holiday in big cities like Busan and Seoul, devoting much of their attention to the tranquil countryside that seems largely untouched by the 21st century. Use our South Korea trip planner to arrange the details of your trip to South Korea and other destinations.
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