South Korea

A collection of 261 places curated by Shana McNair

Places in this collection

  1. Suwon-si

    other

    Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

    Home of the UNESCO-listed Hwaseong Fortress, traditional Korean archery experiences, Suwon Fried Chicken Street

    Suwon-siView on Google Maps

  2. Starfield Library

    attraction

    South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam District, Yeongdong-daero, 513 스타필드 코엑스몰 B1

    Located inside Coax Mall, this massive, stunning open-air library is a popular, free spot for photos.

    Starfield LibraryView on Google Maps

  3. Changdeokgung Secret Garden

    attraction

    53-2 Waryong-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

    The Changdeokgung Palace is one of the most well-preserved royal palaces from the Joseon Dynasty and they have a secret garden too! Must must visit

    Changdeokgung Secret GardenView on Google Maps

  4. Seokchon Lake

    attraction

    잠실6동 Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea

    HUGE, peaceful and honestly one of the prettiest walks in Seoul. Go late afternoon so you can experience daytime, sunset and night views around the lake. Go solo or take a date, so many cute cafes nearby

    Seokchon LakeView on Google Maps

  5. Igidae Coastal Trail

    activity

    산 129-1 Yongho-dong, Nam-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Coastal walk with rugged cliffs, ocean views, and viewpoints, start at Igidae and end at Oryukdo

    Igidae Coastal TrailView on Google Maps

  6. Photogray

    attraction

    19 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

    Themed photo booths

    PhotograyView on Google Maps

  7. N Seoul Tower

    attraction

    105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea

    Tower

    N Seoul TowerView on Google Maps

  8. Hongdae Street

    other

    347-20 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

    Street performances

    Hongdae StreetView on Google Maps

  9. Namsan Botanical Garden

    attraction

    Seoul, South Korea

    Go here on a sunny day. Right next to Haebangchon and Hannam. Take gimbap, ramen, and snacks, sit on a park bench and just relax.

    Namsan Botanical GardenView on Google Maps

  10. Seoul Grand Park

    attraction

    102 Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

    A park with autumn foliage and skylifts, located one train away from Myeongdong.

    Seoul Grand ParkView on Google Maps

  11. Amnam Park

    attraction

    산193 Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Quiet forest park with sea views and walking trails.

    Amnam ParkView on Google Maps

  12. 더타코부스 NYC 안국점

    restaurant

    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Bukchon-ro, 6-3 1층

    Seoul 4대 타코 맛집, known for birria tacos and all-meat fajitas

    더타코부스 NYC 안국점View on Google Maps

  13. Deoksugung Palace

    attraction

    99 Sejong-daero, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea

    Witness the traditional, colorful ceremony at Deoksugung Palace for free.

    Deoksugung PalaceView on Google Maps

  14. Lotte Cinema World Tower

    activity

    300 Olympic-ro, Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea

    Private box cinema experience, £20 a ticket, water and slippers included, bring your own snacks, check the screen for seat clusters, must pay for all seats in the box

    Lotte Cinema World TowerView on Google Maps

  15. Cheomseongdae Pink Muhly

    attraction

    South Korea, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Gyeongju, 월성동 810-12

    Best season: Autumn, Best months: Late September to late October. Best time of day: Sunrise / Early Morning (07:00 – 09:00), Sunset (Golden Hour)

    Cheomseongdae Pink MuhlyView on Google Maps

  16. Myeongdong Night Market

    attraction

    8-3 Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea

    Cafe

    Myeongdong Night MarketView on Google Maps

  17. Bukhansan National Park

    attraction

    262 Bogungmun-ro, Seongbuk District, Seoul, South Korea

    Stunning hiking trails and mountain views, peaceful temples and fortress walls, escape the city without leaving it too far

    Bukhansan National ParkView on Google Maps

  18. Footbath Cafe View

    cafe

    152 Huinnyeoul-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Foot bath cafe

    Footbath Cafe ViewView on Google Maps

  19. Cheonggyecheon

    attraction

    Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

    Glowing light installations reflect off the water and concrete tunnels glow underneath the streets, best free night walks in Seoul, lights turn on after dark and change seasonally, accessible for walks 24/7

    CheonggyecheonView on Google Maps

  20. Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum Annex

    attraction

    104 Daecheong-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Small, quiet museum with Korea War-era history.

    Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum AnnexView on Google Maps