PLACES FOR TOURIST IN KOREA.
 Photo:
 Gyeonghoeru Pavilion (top) / Geunjeongjeon Hall, the throne room in the
 Joseon Dynasty (bottom left) / Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (bottom 
right) 
Gyeongbokgung Palace was the major legal residence of the Royal 
Family during the Joseon Dynasty. Carrying a meaning of “a place where 
the new king can enjoy prosperity of great blessings,” this was the 
first palace of the Joseon Dynasty. The palace is unique for its vast 
area and harmony of buildings, and is the only palace to have all four 
major gates still remaining to this day.
 
 Within  the palace grounds, you can see a multitude of restored 
buildings. Visitors  will enjoy looking at the variations among 
buildings, each serving a unique  purpose. Of course, even before 
entering the palace, tourists enjoy gathering  at Gwanghwamun Gate to 
watch the 
Royal Guard  Changing Ceremony; be  sure to time your visit to include this cultural performance in your tour.
 
TIP) Special tour of Gyeonghoeru Pavilion (Reserved tour):
 The beauty of Gyeongbokgung Palace is Gyeonghoeru Pavilion! Used as the
 venue for royal banquets in the past, Gyeonghoeru Pavilion is now open 
for special tours with advanced reservation (Tel. +82-2-3700-3904, 
English, Japanese, Chinese). The tour takes approximately 40 minutes. 
Please note that the tour does not operate in winter (November-March).
 
- ☞ Address: 161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
 
- ☞ Directions: Gyeongbokgung Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 5. Walk approx. 3-5min.
 
- ☞ Operating hours: Monday, Wednesday-Friday 09:00-18:
 
 
 Photo:
 Pine Nut Tree Path near the entrance to Namiseom Island (top) / Site of
 the main characters’ first kiss in the drama “Winter Sonata (2002” 
(bottom left) / Tourists enjoying Namiseom Island (bottom right) 
Chuncheon’s Namiseom Island is famous as a filming site for the 
popular drama “Winter Sonata (2002).” Originally a hill, the island was 
formed due to the water level rising after Cheongpyeong Dam was built 
downstream. It can take a few hours to see all the attractions of the 
island, but they are so magnetic, tourists easily lose themselves in the
 charms. The island’s major draw is the coexistence between humans and 
nature, and preservation efforts are visible through the artistic use of
 recycled materials like glass and plastic bottles for decorations.
 
 TIP) Souvenir photo spots:  The best 
places to visit on Namiseom Island are Metasequoia Lane and Ginkgo Tree 
Lane. Frequently featured in dramas and movies, these two walking paths 
are at top of the list for visiting Namiseom Island. Even self-professed
 horrible photographers can easily take a beautiful souvenir photo here!
 
 
- ☞ Address: 1, Namiseom-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
 
- ☞ Directions (Namiseom Dock): Take a taxi for approx. 5-10 min. 
 
- ☞ Operating hours (Namiseom Ferry): 07:30-21:40
 
- ☞ Admission: Adults 10,000 won / Teenagers (Middle∙High school) 8,000 won / Children (Age 3 – Elementary school) 4,000 won
 
 
 Photo: Café at the base of the tower (top) / N Seoul Tower lit in green (bottom left) / Cable car (bottom right) 
Seoul’s landmark attraction is none other than N Seoul Tower, located
 atop Namsan Mountain in the center of the city. The tower draws in 
visitors year-round, and is most famous for the view it offers of the 
cityscape at night. For hallyu fans, the tower is a must-visit 
attraction, having been featured in dramas like “My Love From the Star 
(2013)” and “Legend of the Blue Sea (2016).”
 
 The circular tower features not only an observation deck, but also
  atmospheric cafés and restaurants among other facilities. N Seoul 
Tower is a  great place to spend an enjoyable evening with friends or 
loved ones, taking in  the beautiful nightscape over a cup of coffee.
 
 TIP) The secret of N Seoul Tower’s color: 
 The light on the pillar of N Seoul Tower is not random; the light 
changes with the concentration of micro dust in the air. A blue light 
indicates clear air with little dust, green indicates an average amount 
of dust, while a red light signals an extreme amount of micro dust in 
the atmosphere. 
 
- ☞ Address: 105, Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
 
- ☞ Directions
 • Public transportation: Chungmuro Station (Seoul Subway Line 3, 4), 
Exit 2 → Take Namsan Circulation Bus No. 02 to N Seoul Tower Bus Stop → 
Walk approx. 5min. to N Seoul Tower.
 • Namsan Cable Car: Myeongdong Station (Seoul Subway Line 4), Exit 3. Take a taxi for approx. 10min. 
- ☞ Operating hours (Observatory): Sunday-Friday 10:00-23:00, Saturday 10:00-24:00
 
- ☞ Admission (Observatory): Adults 10,000 won / Children 8,000 won
 
 
 Photo: Scenes from streets in Bukchon Hanok Village 
A representative attraction of Seoul, Bukchon Hanok Village shows the
 charm of Korea’s traditional buildings. The neighborhood where 
relatives of the royal family lived, the hanoks here are grand, 
providing beautiful scenes down every lane. To make the most of your 
visit, we recommend finding the “Eight Scenic Spots of Bukchon.” These 
eight locations are each unique but share the similarity of being 
breathtaking. Your souvenir photos will turn out great with these spots 
in the background!
 
TIP) Respectful touring of Bukchon Hanok Village: Unlike 
Namsangol Hanok Village,
 Bukchon is a private neighborhood where people  actually live. 
Therefore, it is important to respect the villagers by not  shouting or 
making loud noises. The beauty of the houses can be exciting, but  
please tour in a polite manner so everyone can enjoy the experience!
 
 
- ☞ Address: 37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
 
- ☞ Directions: Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 2. Walk approx. 7-10min.
 
- ☞ Website: bukchon.seoul.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
 
 
 Photo: Swing Tree ride (top) / Scenery of Magic Island (bottom left) / Parade performance (bottom right) 
If you are looking for a fun place to spend a whole day, check out 
Lotte World! This amusement park is open all year round, with dynamic 
events and performances. Even better, the park is located in downtown 
Seoul and is easily accessible via public transportation. The park is 
largely divided into two areas: Adventure located indoors, and the 
outdoor section of Magic Island. Adventure includes a plethora of 
attractions, including a carousel, Spanish pirate ship, flume ride and 
more, while Magic Island has big thrill rides like the Gyro Drop and 
Gyro Spin.
 
TIP) Enjoy more with the Magic Pass!  
The Magic Pass allows for ride reservation, cutting down on the 
wait-time for attractions, and is only available for one-day ride pass 
and membership holders. To use the Magic Pass, download the mobile 
application (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) or look for a “Magic 
Pass” kiosk at the park. After checking available rides on your app or 
kiosk, make your reservation! Note that Magic Pass can only be used up 
to three times per day so make your selection carefully!
 
- ☞ Address: Lotte World, 240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
 
- ☞ Directions: Jamsil Station (Seoul Subway Line 2), Exit 4. Walk approx. 5min.
 
- ☞ Operating hours: Monday-Thursday 09:30-22:00, Friday-Sunday 09:30-23:00
 
- ※ Extended operations until 23:00 on weekdays during peak season
 
- ☞ Admission: Adults 41,000~52,000 won / Teenagers 36,000~45,000 won / Children 32,000~41,000 won / Infants 13,000 won
 
 
Korea’s TOP Attractions (No. 6-10)
 Photo:
 Brand shops line Myeong-dong (top) / Cosmetic store (bottom left) / 
Tourists checking out the clothes in a window display (bottom right) 
The area of Myeong-dong is filled with unique street foods and plenty
 of things to see! A district of fashion and shopping, many young 
Koreans and international tourists seek out great deals and the latest 
trends. Myeong-dong stretches approximately 1km from Myeongdong Station 
(Seoul Subway Line 4) to Eulji-ro and Lotte Department Store. The 
streets are lined with department stores, duty free stores, and various 
brand shops. Even if shopping isn’t really your thing, you can still 
enjoy Myeong-dong by trying the street foods and many famous restaurants
 in the area!
 
TIP) Cosmetics are a Myeong-dong must!
 Myeong-dong has been called “Beauty Road” due to the many cosmetic 
shops gathered in one area. This dense cluster of shops is great for 
tourists for two reasons. Not only can you find all the major brands 
here, but the shops do their best to out-do the others by offering 
sales, discounts, and plenty of freebies with every purchase!
 
- ☞ Address: Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
 
- ☞ Directions: Myeongdong Station (Seoul Subway Line 4), Exit 7. Walk approx. 2-3min.
 
 
 Photo: Namdaemun Market abounds with street foods (top, bottom left) / Socks in colorful designs (bottom right) 
Namdaemun Market is the largest market in Korea, with a history 
spanning over 600 years. Located in the eastern section of Jung-gu in 
Seoul, this vast marketplace has everything from clothing goods in every
 style to textiles, kitchen supplies, electronics, traditional crafts, 
specialty products, farming goods, foods of every kind, imported goods 
and more. Each shop is rather small, limiting the amount of goods 
available, but the shops are all privately owned meaning customers can 
benefit from the lower prices of direct purchasing.
 
TIP) Namdaemun Market Galchi Alley: When visiting Namdaemun  Market, a stop at Galchi (beltfish)  Alley is a must! This section of the market is lined with restaurants serving galchi jorim
 (stewed beltfish). Just one  bite is enough to get you hooked. The 
tender fish goes great with refreshingly  crisp white radish.Happy journey to all of you.