Things to do in Korea

Ideas for your days off and the travel part of your working holiday. Detailed region guides are on the way.

Where to go

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  Seoul

  Palaces, markets, cafés and nightlife, plus easy day hikes on the mountains inside the city.

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  Busan

  Korea’s second city: beaches like Haeundae and Gwangalli, seafood markets and hillside villages.

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  Jeju Island

  A volcanic island with coastal walking trails, Hallasan mountain, beaches and tangerine farms.

• Gyeongju

  The old capital of the Silla kingdom, with royal tombs, temples and historic sites everywhere.

• Jeonju

  Known for its hanok village of traditional houses and for some of the best food in Korea.

• Gangwon-do and Sokcho

  Mountains and the east coast: Seoraksan National Park, beaches and winter ski resorts.

Looking for something else? Browse the full Korea guide or the FAQ.