Seoul
Gyeonbukgung PalaceGyeongbokgung Palace was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung served as the residence of Kings of the Joseon dynasty.
Open 9:00 am to 6pm. Closed completely every Tuesday. Adult Entry fee 3000 won (4 AUD) |
Myeongdong Shopping Street
The main shopping district of Seoul that allows one to experience modern day Seoul, Myeondong has an unmatched selection of goods and plenty of Korean street food. Main shopping district of Seoul.
Always open. |
N Seoul Tower
Highest point in Seoul that provides breath-taking views of Seoul's night time cityscape.
Open 10 am to 11 pm. May change depending on weather conditions. Entry into the Observatory costs 10,000 won (11 AUD). |
Busan
Beomeosa TempleBeomeosa Temple is a famous Korean Buddhist Temple built 1300 years ago by the monk Ui Sang. The name of the temple means "Temple of the Nirvana Fish".
Open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. 1000 won (1 AUD) admission fee. |
Shinsegae Centum CityShinsegae Centum City is listed in the Guinness World Records as the largest shopping complex in the world. The building provides not only shopping venues but also a wide range of recreational activities such as an ice rink and spa.
Open 10:30 am to 9 pm. |
Jeju
Manjanggul CaveThe largest lava tube in the world and a UNESCO world heritage site, Manjanggul Cave is a must-see natural wonder.
Open 9 am to 6 pm. Entry fee costs 2000 won (2 AUD). |
HallasanHallasan is the tallest mountain in Korea, at a peak of 1950m. The mountain dominates the landscape of Jeju Island and is a favorite for mountain climbers and hikers.
Entrance to trails close at 1:30 pm. No entry fee. |
Maze LandMaze Land boasts the world's longest stone maze, measuring a total of 5.3km of track-length.
Open 9 am to 6 pm. Last admission one hour before closing. 9000 won (10 AUD) entrance fee. |
Shopping and Souvenirs
Korea is famous for its unique culture and distinct style and no trip to Korea is complete without souvenirs and other memorabilia. Here are some recommendations-
K-pop/K-drama Paraphernalia The explosive popularity of Korean media in recent years has resulted in many K-pop and K-drama goods being sold in Korea. Tea Tea has a longstanding cultural and historical significance in Korean culture, and the country is a major producer of the beverage. Electronics Korea is a world leader in electronics and is a great place to buy high-quality electronics for affordable prices, especially in its numerous world class department stores. Cosmetics Korea is world renowned for its cosmetics market and has one of the largest varieties of makeup and skincare products in the world. |