📸 Sights & Walking Routes

Seoul split into nine areas you can explore on foot. Tap a circle on the map to see the area’s sights, food, parks and streets, with photos.

Busan split into nine areas to explore. Tap an area name on the map to see its sea, sights and markets, with photos.

Gangwon split into 11 areas. Tap an area name on the map to see its sights and how to get there from Seoul.

Jeju split into 9 areas. Tap an area name on the map to see its sights and the bus from Jeju Airport.

Gyeongbuk (Gyeongju, Andong, Pohang and more) split into 14 areas. Tap an area name on the map to see its sights with photos.

A shorter trail past fortress remains, or a ridge hike linking two mountains. Choose the route that fits your day.

The Seoul Trail circles Seoul in 21 routes, 156.5 km in total. The official guide gives the nearest subway exit for each route. You may need to walk extra between the station and where the route actually starts or ends (Routes 18 and 19 include a bus ride). Choose by difficulty and nearest station.

A hillside neighbourhood between Inwangsan and Baegaksan, just behind Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seochon. In one half-day you walk to a poet's museum, a hanok library, a Joseon-era city gate and an old villa garden.

An urban forest where the Hangang River meets Jungnangcheon Stream. Explore its gardens, lake, deer forest and wetland on the three official courses created by the Seoul Metropolitan Government.

A hard route from Dobongsan Station past the Seoul Iris Garden and along the slopes of Suraksan to the Danggogae Park fork. Its theme is “the path of people of old who never left the world behind”; it climbs and descends repeatedly, but from the observation decks you can see all the mountains around Seoul (official information).

A hard route from the Danggogae Park fork near Buramsan Station, along the slopes of Suraksan and over Deongneung-gogae Pass, to the Royal Azalea Park in Sanggye-dong. Its theme is “an ecological trail linking city and nature”, with curious rock formations and many kinds of flowers (official information).

A medium route from the Royal Azalea Park in Sanggye-dong, near Buramsan Station, along forest paths on Buramsan to Hwarangdae Station. Its theme is “a cosy forest path that embraces the sky”, and it is described as one of the most relaxing forest walks on the Seoul Trail.

An easy route from Hwarangdae Station past Jungnang Camping Forest and the MANG-U History & Culture Park to the Kkalttakgogae Pass rest area on Yongmasan. Its theme is “a path away from the city”.

A medium route from the Kkalttakgogae Pass rest area on Yongmasan along the Achasan ridge to Gwangnaru Station. Its theme is “a path linking people and history”: the trail is well kept, with fine views and many historic sites.

An easy route from Gwangnaru Station across the Hangang River on Gwangjingyo Bridge, past the Amsa-dong prehistoric site and Godeoksan to Myeongil Neighborhood Park. Its theme is “a history path along the Hangang River”, and it is fairly level.

An easy route from Myeongil Neighborhood Park along the Iljasan ridge, past the Bangi-dong conservation area, to Ogeumgyo Bridge 1 near Olympic Park Station. Its theme is “a small forest path in the city”.

An easy riverside route from Ogeumgyo Bridge 1 near Olympic Park Station along the Seongnaecheon, Jangjicheon and Tancheon streams to Suseo Station. Its theme is “city streams with restored nature”, and it is mostly flat.

A hard route from Suseo Station over Daemosan and Guryongsan, then along the Yeouicheon Stream to Maeheon Citizen’s Forest. Its theme is “a nature and ecology trail”; the hills are not high, the forest is rich and the views over Seoul are good (official information).

A medium route from Maeheon Citizen’s Forest near Yangjae Citizen’s Forest Station over Umyeonsan to Sadang Station. Its theme is “Seoul seen from the mountains”, and the gentle slopes are described as good for a forest walk.

A medium route from Sadang Station along the slopes of Gwanaksan, past Gwaneumsa Temple, Nakseongdae Park and Seoul National University, to Gwanaksan Station. Its theme is “where folk belief meets Buddhism”, with fine scenery and many historic sites.

A medium route from the Gwanaksan Park entrance past Hoapsa Temple and Hoamsan to Seoksu Station. Its theme is “a path of legends, feng shui and history”, with historic sites along the way.

An easy, flat riverside route along the Anyangcheon Stream from Seoksu Station to Guil Station. Its theme is “a cherry-blossom path beside the railway”.

An easy, flat riverside route from Guil Station along the lower Anyangcheon Stream, past its confluence with the Hangang River, to Gayang Station. Its theme is “old memories of the Anyangcheon”.

An easy Seoul Trail route that crosses the Hangang River on Gayangdaegyo Bridge, then passes Noeul Park, Haneul Park and the Oil Tank Culture Park to Jeungsan Station. Its theme is “restored nature”: the parks were built on Nanjido, a former landfill.

A hard route from Jeungsan Station along the ridges of Bongsan and Aengbongsan to Gupabal Station. Its theme is “a quiet mountain path along the ridges”; no special hiking skills are needed, and steep or tricky spots are well maintained (official information).

A medium route from Gupabal Station along the slopes of Bukhansan, past the Sky Observatory, to Bukhansan Eco Park. Its theme is “a path that touches the sky”; the slopes are not steep, but some stretches can be a little demanding (official information).

A medium route from Bukhansan Eco Park near Bulgwang Station, through the hidden gate of Tangchundaeseong Fortress and the streets of Pyeongchang-dong, to the Hyeongjebong Peak entrance. Its theme is “a city path where valleys meet mountains”, with a village feel unlike downtown.

A medium route from the Hyeongjebong Peak entrance through forest on the east side of Bukhansan, past the White Cloud Observatory, to the Hwagyesa Temple entrance. Its theme is “a quiet forest path for reflection”; it is mostly forest, with temples along the way for a rest.

A medium route from the Hwagyesa Temple entrance past the April 19th National Cemetery and Solbat Park to Bukhansan Ui Station. Its theme is “thinking of the nation at the graves”, with many tombs of historical figures and memorials.

A medium route from Bukhansan Ui Station past the tombs of Prince Yeonsan and Princess Jeongui, then along the slopes of Dobongsan to Dobongsan Station. Its theme is “a path that echoes with history”, with many historic sites.

Pick your trip length, interests and pace to build a first draft of your daily plan.

Guides for foreign tourists must wear a 'tourist interpretation guide' licence card. A car-rental company may provide a driver for foreign renters. Official foreign-language taxis include Seoul's International Taxi and Jeju's Global Taxi, and Seoul offers free guided walking tours.

For a first Seoul visit, build your days around one main area or attraction, then add nearby food or shopping. The suggested modules below cover a half-day through nine days and can be reordered around closures and your own transport time.

Suggested Monday plan: Gyeongbokgung in the morning and the National Museum of Korea in the afternoon, if the dated openings and your transfers fit.

A national holiday does not mean everything closes. Check each attraction and restaurant separately; during major family holidays, some venues close while city transport continues.

Reserve the parts of your trip that must happen on a specific date first. There is no verified universal number of months that guarantees availability.

A Korea–Japan trip with a 14-month-old is a planning choice, not an age-based yes or no. Keep transfers short, protect naps and feeding time, and book a room and transport arrangement that explicitly accommodates your child.

The easiest official option is Paju City's DMZ Peace Tour from Imjingak (it includes the 3rd Tunnel). Book on the official site dmz.paju.go.kr (English menu at the top right) or buy at Imjingak, and bring your original passport. Panmunjom (JSA) visits have been suspended since 18 July 2023.

Horseland in Jeju offers both riding and horse interaction, including a farm tour; Alps Pony is another tourism-board-listed option for horse activities. Choose the activity first, then reserve a session that fits the participant.

Jeju Folk Village is an open-air traditional-culture museum; Seongeup is a living heritage village. Choose the Folklore and Natural History Museum for exhibits on Jeju life and nature, or the Teddy Bear Museum for a themed collection rather than island history.

For a supported Jeju cycling trip, consider Jeju Bicycle Tour – Yongduam Hiking, listed by Jeju Tourism Organization for bicycle rental and guided cycling. Ask it to match your route to your experience and trip length.

Yes, designated campsites exist in Dadohaehaesang National Park. KNPS lists Palyeongsan, a concrete mainland camping option in Goheung; this does not permit camping anywhere on the islands.

Yes—Eurwangni Beach in Incheon is a candidate for a beach day from Seoul. Check the same-day outbound and return routes in NAVER Map before deciding how much time you will have by the sea.

A foreigner-only pass for free entry to partner attractions in Busan. Buy it on the official website or app, or at Busan Station or Gimhae Airport.

Use the international booking page linked by your concert’s official organizer, then complete its account, identity and payment steps before the sale. YES24 Global is one concrete route for shows sold there; its account and verification rules are separate from the Korean site.

For an outdoor tandem parachute jump, SkyDive Korea lists its drop zone in Chungju. For indoor wind-tunnel flying, KTO lists Fly Station in Yongin.

One option is KEYESCAPE Movie Mood’s “Have a good tape, Dave,” listed by Korea Tourism Organization. The named game also supports English, which may help visitors who prefer it.

You can book a factory visitor programme at Amore Beauty Park in Osan through Amorepacific’s official visitor website. Reserve your chosen programme before arranging transport.

There is no single Lotte World minimum height: each ride has its own limits and accompaniment rules. The official attraction list gives Atlantis as 135–190 cm; check the current page and entrance sign for every ride you plan to use.

Tourist information desks are available at Incheon and Gimpo airports and in central Seoul. The official Seoul directory lists Japanese assistance at airport desks, Myeongdong and Seoul Tourism Plaza.

Use a designated smoking area and follow posted local restrictions. National heritage sites, including royal palaces, are non-smoking throughout their premises.

For English stamp information, use the official Visit Korean Heritage Campaign and its K-Heritage Passport Tour. For a paper planning book, Lonely Planet Korea is a country-wide option; Pocket Seoul is a compact Seoul-focused alternative for planning with teenagers.