Yeohaenggak columns

Comparisons 6 min read JongnogakGyeongjugakJeonjugakYeongjugak Jongno, Gyeongju, Jeonju or Yeongju: Comparing Cities for Ancient Hanok and Palace Walks Compare heritage, walks and hanok stays in four cities, from Jongno to Yeongju. Read the column

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 7 min read JongnogakSuwongakDaegugakGunsangakChuncheongakBusangak Six Korean Cities Where You Can Travel Car-Free Without Tangled Routes We map car-free routes to the sights and eats of six cities by rail and on foot. Read the column

Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 6 min read DanyanggakSejonggakGunsangakGyeongjugakHaenamgakJongnogak Monday Closure Map: Where to Go in Each Korean City So Your Monday Trip Isn't Wasted Check Monday closures and open sights for two-day, one-night Sun–Mon trips. Read the column

Dodamsambong Peaks (Danyanggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read GapyeonggakChuncheongakYongingakIncheongak Gapyeong, Chuncheon, Yongin or Incheon: Where to Go for a Green, Waterside Weekend Day Trip Compare forest, lake and waterside day trips from the Seoul area to four cities. Read the column

JARA ISLAND (Gapyeonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read SuwongakGyeongjugakYeosugakDaegugakSejonggak Suwon, Gyeongju, Yeosu, Daegu and Sejong: Five Korean Cities Whose Real Charm Comes Out at Night Meet five cities made for a night walk when you're not ready to turn in. Read the column

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read SejonggakJejugakSokchogakIncheongakYeongjugak Five Barrier-Free, Gentle Walking Destinations in Korea That Are Easy for Strollers and Seniors Compare five stair-free, gentle cities for stroller families and older parents. Read the column

Sejong National Arboretum (Sejonggak) · Photo: 김용훈 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 6 min read GunsangakMokpogakHaenamgakYeosugakJejugak Gunsan, Mokpo, Haenam, Yeosu and Jeju: Five Local Food Cities Worth a Trip for a Single Meal See the signature dishes and food walks of five cities worth the trip to taste. Read the column

Iseongdang (Gunsangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gunsangak Gunsan Day Trip vs. 2 Days, 1 Night: Routes Through the Modern-Era Old Town, Iseongdang and Eunpa Lake Park Plan Gunsan's old-town walk and lake night views for a day or 2 days, 1 night. Read the column

Gunsan History Hall of the Japanese Colonial Period (Gunsangak) · Photo: 이범수 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Daegugak Daegu Itinerary: From Daytime Walks in the Modern Alleys and Yangnyeongsi to Suseongmot Night Views and Halmae Tteokbokki Walk Daegu's Modern Alleys, see Suseongmot by night, eat tteokbokki and bread. Read the column

Daegu Gyesan Cathedral (Daegugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Haenamgak Haenam's Ttangkkeut Observatory, Daeheungsa and Mihwangsa: Where to Start, and When to Buy Sweet Potato Bread? See the best order for Haenam's sights and tips for buying sweet potato bread. Read the column

Ttangkkeut Observatory (Haenamgak) · Photo: 두드림 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Sejonggak Sejong Lake Park, Sejong National Arboretum, Ieung Bridge and Beartree Park: The Complete Guide to a Sejong Outing Plan a Sejong day trip through Lake Park, the Arboretum, Ieung Bridge and more. Read the column

Sejong National Arboretum (Sejonggak) · Photo: 김용훈 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yeongjugak Can You See Yeongju's Buseoksa Temple, Sosu Seowon and Museom Village in One Day? The Complete Yeongju Itinerary Plan a day trip or a two-day, one-night stay in Yeongju, from Buseoksa on. Read the column

Buseoksa Temple (Yeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gangneunggak Gangneung's Gyeongpodae, Gangmun Beach, Chodang Sundubu and Jeongdongjin: A Coast-by-Coast Guide to Stays and Café Routes Plan routes and stays for Gangneung's Gyeongpo–Chodang and Jeongdongjin areas. Read the column

Gyeongpodae Pavilion (Gangneunggak) · Photo: 김지호 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jejugak Eastern Jeju (Sangumburi, Sehwa) vs. Western Jeju (Hallim Park, Camellia Hill): How to Plan Your Itinerary by Area Compare the features and routes of Jeju's east and its west and south by area. Read the column

Sangumburi Crater (Jejugak) · Photo: 김계호 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yeosugak Yeosu's Odongdo, Maritime Cable Car, Hyangiram and Bireong-gil: A 2-Day, 1-Night Route and Food Guide Link central Yeosu with Hyangiram and Bireong-gil on a 2-day, 1-night food trip. Read the column

Yeosu Maritime Cable Car (Yeosugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jeonjugak Jeonju Hanok Village, Gyeonggijeon and Jeondong Cathedral: From the Best Walking Order to Hanok Stays, Tteokgalbi and Ajung Lake See the walking order for Jeonju Hanok Village, plus Ajung Lake, food and stays. Read the column

Jeonju Hanok Village (Jeonjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Chuncheongak Chuncheon's Nami Island, Gongjicheon and Deungseon Falls: How to Plan Lake Walks Around Makguksu and Dakgalbi Compare Chuncheon's western Nami Island area with its downtown lakeside walks. Read the column

Nami Island (Chuncheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yongingak Yongin's Korean Folk Village, Dae Jang Geum Park, Recreation Forest and Hantaek Botanical Garden: Yongin Outings for Every Taste Plan Yongin's Folk Village outings and forest and botanical garden walks. Read the column

Korean Folk Village (Yongingak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gyeongjugak Gyeongju by Area: From Night Views at Daereungwon, Cheomseongdae, Woljeonggyo and Donggung Palace to Bulguksa and the Tomb of King Munmu See Gyeongju's night walk, Bulguksa and King Munmu's tomb in 2 days, 1 night. Read the column

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Busangak Busan's Old Downtown (Gamcheon Culture Village, Yongdusan) vs East Busan (Haedong Yonggungsa, Haeundae): How to Split 2 Days, 1 Night We split a 2-day, 1-night Busan trip between the old downtown and east coast. Read the column

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (Busangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Suwongak Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Hwaseong Haenggung, Banghwasuryujeong, Wolhwawon, and Gwanggyo Lake Park: A Suwon Walk That Changes from Day to Night We map Suwon's fortress walk plus garden, arboretum, and lake night routes. Read the column

Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Sokchogak Sokcho's Seoraksan Cable Car, Gwongeumseong, Sinheungsa, and Ulsanbawi: Routes by Fitness Level Plus a Hoe-makguksu Stop We map Seoraksan routes by fitness level, plus Sokcho noodles and stays. Read the column

Seoraksan Cable Car (Sokchogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Danyanggak Danyang's Dodamsambong, Mancheonha Skywalk, Danyanggang Jando Trail, and Gosu Cave: A Danyang Route That Dodges the Lines We map Danyang's top sights without the lines, plus local fish and garlic. Read the column

Dodamsambong Peaks (Danyanggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Mokpogak Mokpo Marine Cable Car, Yudalsan, the Modern History Street, and Korombang Bakery: A 2-Day, 1-Night Port City Route We map Mokpo's cable car, Yudalsan, bridge sunsets, old streets, and bakery. Read the column

Mokpo Marine Cable Car (Mokpogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Incheongak Incheon's Open Port and Chinatown vs Songdo Central Park vs Ganghwa's Jeondeungsa: Three Ways to See Incheon We compare Incheon's open port, Songdo, Sorae Port, and Jeondeungsa routes. Read the column

Gaehangjang (Open Port Area) Street (Incheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gapyeonggak Gapyeong's Jara Island, Ihwawon, Kalbongsan Natural Recreation Forest, and Unaksan: A Guide to Bukhangang River Walks and Forest Retreats We map Jara Island's riverside route and the Kalbongsan and Unaksan forests. Read the column

JARA ISLAND (Gapyeonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jongnogak Jongno's Gyeongbokgung, Gyeonghuigung, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gwanghwamun Mijin: A Leisurely Palace and Alley Walk We map Jongno's palaces, Bukchon, quiet Gyeonghuigung, Mijin, and Seochon stays. Read the column

Gyeongbokgung Palace (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read DanyanggakSejonggakGapyeonggakGunsangakDaegugakJeonjugak Six Indoor Museums, Caves, and Greenhouses Across Korea That Won't Let Rain Ruin Your Trip We list indoor caves, greenhouses, and museums for rain, heat, or cold snaps. Read the column

Gosudonggul Cave (Danyanggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 6 min read GunsangakMokpogakDaegugakHaenamgakYeosugak Iseongdang, Korombang, Milbat Bakery, Mongso, and Yeosu Donuts: A Pilgrimage to Korea's Five Great Local Bakeries We compare the signature breads of five great local bakeries across Korea. Read the column

Iseongdang (Gunsangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read SokchogakYeosugakMokpogakDanyanggakHaenamgak Seoraksan, Yeosu, and Mokpo Cable Cars Plus Danyang's Skywalk and Ttangkkeut Observatory: Five Sky-High Viewpoints We compare the views and boarding tips of three cable cars and two lookouts. Read the column

Seoraksan Cable Car (Sokchogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read SejonggakSuwongakYongingakGangneunggakDaegugakJejugak Sejong National, Irwol, Hantaek, Gangneung Solhyang, Daegu Arboretum, and Hallim Park: Six Arboretums and Botanical Gardens Across Korea We compare the appeal of six arboretums and botanical gardens across Korea. Read the column

Suwon Arboretum Irwol (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read YeongjugakGyeongjugakHaenamgakSokchogakIncheongak Buseoksa, Bulguksa, Daeheungsa, Sinheungsa, and Jeondeungsa: Five Millennium-Old Temples Across Korea That Calm the Mind We compare the scenery and walking difficulty of five millennium-old temples. Read the column

Buseoksa Temple (Yeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read GunsangakMokpogakIncheongakDaegugak Gunsan, Mokpo, Incheon, and Daegu: Four Modern-History and Open-Port Tours That Walk You Back 100 Years We compare four modern-history walking tours by architecture and route. Read the column

March 1st Movement 100th Anniversary Memorial Hall (Gunsangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read GunsangakDaegugakSuwongakSejonggakChuncheongakJeonjugak Eunpa Lake, Suseongmot, Gwanggyo Lake, Sejong Lake, Gongjicheon, and Ajung Lake: Six Top Lake Parks Across Korea We compare the walking paths and night views of six lake parks across Korea. Read the column

Gwanggyo Lake Park (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read YeongjugakSokchogakYeosugakGyeongjugakHaenamgakDanyanggak Six Trips Across Korea to Take Your Parents On: Comparing Routes, Cable Cars, and Restorative Food We compare six cities with gentle walks, cable car views, and food for parents. Read the column

Seoraksan Gwongeumseong Fortress (Sokchogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read SejonggakYongingakHaenamgakGyeongjugakSuwongakGunsangak Six History and Nature Destinations Across Korea for Trips with Kids That Double as Field Trips We map hands-on trips with kids in Sejong, Yongin, Haenam and three more cities. Read the column

Children's Museum (Sejonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 6 min read JongnogakChuncheongakSokchogakYongingakDaegugak From Gwanghwamun Pan Memil to Chuncheon and Sokcho Makguksu, Yongin Jjamppong, and Daegu Tteokbokki: A Local Noodle and Snack Food Road We compare five local noodle and snack food favorites from Jongno to Daegu. Read the column

Mijin (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read JeonjugakGyeongjugakJongnogakGangneunggakJejugakBusangak Hanok Stays in Jeonju, Gyeongju, and Jongno vs Hotels in Gangneung, Busan, Jeju, and Incheon: Choosing a City by Lodging Style We compare hanok stays in Jeonju, Gyeongju, Jongno with ocean and city hotels. Read the column

Gyeongju Oreung Hanok (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read GangneunggakYeosugakHaenamgakMokpogakIncheongak Sunrise at Jeongdongjin, Gyeongpodae, and Hyangiram vs Sunset at Land's End, Mokpo Bridge, and Jayu Park: Comparing Sunrise and Sunset Spots We compare sunrise spots in Gangneung and Yeosu with sunset spots out west. Read the column

Sandglass Park (Gangneunggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gunsangak How to Beat the Iseongdang Line in Gunsan, Plus Seou Restaurant and Old-Town Hotel Areas We cover Iseongdang bun tips, old-town meals and Avon vs Gunsan Stay hotels. Read the column

Iseongdang (Gunsangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Daegugak Daegu Food Route: Yun Ok-yeon Halmae Tteokbokki and Milbat Bakery, Plus Dongseong-ro vs Suseongmot Stays We share tips for Halmae Tteokbokki and Milbat Bakery and compare Daegu stays. Read the column

Yun Ok-yeon Halmae Tteokbokki Main Branch (Daegugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Haenamgak Haenam's Mongso Bakery Sweet Potato Bread and Ttangkkeut Observatory Cafe, Plus Haenam126 Hotel vs Hanok Guesthouse We pair Haenam sweet potato bread and a Land's End cafe with two kinds of stays. Read the column

Mongso Bakery Gogumappang (Haenamgak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (no changes allowed)

City Focus 6 min read Sejonggak Sejong Food Outing at Sejong Jangeo Daega, Bau Garden, and Gabaeseorim, Plus a Stay at Best Western Plus Hotel Sejong We pair Sejong Jangeo Daega, Bau Garden and Gabaeseorim with Best Western Plus. Read the column

Best Western Plus Hotel Sejong (Sejonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (no changes allowed)

City Focus 6 min read Yeongjugak Yeongju's Top Hanwoo Beef Spots (Yeongju Cheongjeong Hanwoo, Chuksan Hoegwan) vs Nadeuri Jjolmyeon, Plus a Stay at Yeongju Hot Spring Tourist Hotel We compare Yeongju Hanwoo spots and Nadeuri jjolmyeon, plus a hot spring hotel. Read the column

Yeongju Cheongjeong Hanu Sigyuk Sikdang (Yeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (no changes allowed)

City Focus 6 min read Gangneunggak Gangneung's Terarosa Coffee Factory and 346 Coffee Story, Plus St. John's Hotel vs Gangneung City Hotel We compare Terarosa and 346 Coffee Story and two Gangneung hotel areas. Read the column

Terarosa Coffee Factory (Gangneunggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jejugak Eastern Jeju Coastal Eats at Myeongjin Jeonbok and Ganeungot Sehwa, Plus a Grand Hyatt vs Côte d'Or Hotel Strategy We pair Myeongjin Jeonbok and Ganeungot Sehwa with Grand Hyatt or Côte d'Or. Read the column

Myeongjin Jeonbok (Jejugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yeosugak Yeosu Guide: Hamo Shabu-Shabu at Geobukseon Hoetjip, Gat Butter Donuts, and an Ocean-View Stay at The Ark Resort We pair Yeosu's hamo and Gat Butter Donuts with The Ark Resort or city stays. Read the column

The Ark Resort (Yeosugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jeonjugak Jeonju Food Face-Off: Gyodong Tteokgalbi vs Gangchon Tteokgalbi, Plus a Hanok Stay at Gaeunchae and Gaeunchae 2 We compare Gyodong and Gangchon tteokgalbi and Gaeunchae hanok stays in Jeonju. Read the column

Gaeunchae (Jeonjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Chuncheongak Chuncheon Food Course at Gyeonggang Makguksu and Gomok, Plus The Jackson Nines Hotel vs Elysian Gangchon We pair Gyeonggang Makguksu and Gomok with Jackson Nines or Elysian Gangchon. Read the column

Gyeonggangmak Guksu (Chuncheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yongingak Yongin Food Route at Gap Jjamppong and Gogi Guwo Meongneun Madang, Plus a Stay at Everland Home Bridge or Hotel Avenue We pair Gap Jjamppong and barbecue with Everland Home Bridge or Hotel Avenue. Read the column

Gap Jjamppong (Yongingak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (no changes allowed)

City Focus 6 min read Gyeongjugak The Complete Guide to Gyeongju's Hwangnidan-gil Desserts, Teahouses, and Hanok Stays: From Gabong Bangwa and Gyeongju Dabang to Suhojeong and Oreung Hanok We pair Gyeongju tea spots and Daereungwon walks with hanok stays. Read the column

Gabongbangwa (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Busangak A Practical Guide to Busan's Old-Downtown Eateries, Harbor-View Cafes, and Nampo-dong Stays: From Gupojip and NOTICE to Nampo Hound and Central Park We pair Gupojip and NOTICE in old Busan with Nampo Hound or Central Park stays. Read the column

Notiseu (Busangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Suwongak Suwon Guide to Haengnidan-gil Eats, Roastery Cafes, and Stays Near Hwaseong Haenggung: From Kkungnyau and Kolseu Coffee to a One-Night Stay with Fortress Night Views We pair Kkungnyau and Kolseu Coffee with fortress night walks and Suwon stays. Read the column

Kkungnyau Haenggung Branch (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Sokchogak Sokcho Food and Seoraksan Base Camp Stays: From Kim Satgat Hoemakguksu and Daecheongmaru to Chowon Resortel and The Red House We pair Kim Satgat Hoemakguksu and Daecheongmaru with two Sokcho stays. Read the column

Gimsatgat Hoe Makguksu (Sokchogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Danyanggak Danyang Garlic and Mandarin Fish Cuisine and Namhangang Healing Stays: From Geujip Ssogari and Gyeongnam Restaurant to Bukdanyang Resort and Danyang Chueok Pension We pair Geujip Ssogari and Gyeongnam Restaurant with Danyang stays and sights. Read the column

Geujip Ssogari (Danyanggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Mokpogak Mokpo Guide to Modern History Street Eats, Korombang Bakery, and Old-Downtown Guesthouses: From Tteulchae to Oraetteul and Ri-in We pair Korombang Bakery and Tteulchae with guesthouses in old Mokpo. Read the column

Korombang Bakery (Mokpogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Incheongak Incheon Chinatown and Sorae Port Eats, Plus Open Port and Wolmido Stays: From Gonghwachun and Gaenmaeul Self-Serve Sashimi to Harbor Park and The Bliss We pair Gonghwachun and Sorae Port sashimi with Harbor Park or The Bliss stays. Read the column

Gonghwachun (Incheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gapyeonggak Gapyeong Charcoal Dakgalbi, Chinese-Korean Food, and Bukhangang River Stays: From Namiseom Kkokko Chuncheon Dakgalbi and Guseonggak to BROOK5 and The Stay Hotel We pair Gapyeong's dakgalbi and Guseonggak with BROOK5 and The Stay Hotel. Read the column

Namiseomkkokkochuncheon Dakgalbi (Gapyeonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jongnogak Seoul's Jongno and Seochon Old-School Eats and Hanok-Style Stays: From Gwanghwamun Mijin and Naejasanghoe to Memory Stay Hyoja and STAY dayoff We pair Gwanghwamun Mijin and Naejasanghoe with two Seochon stays in Jongno. Read the column

Mijin (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gunsangak Gunsan with Kids: A History and Ecology Field-Trip Course from the March 1st Movement Memorial Hall and Gunsan History Hall to the Geumgang Future Experience Center and Eunpa Lake Park We map a kids' route in Gunsan from history halls to an eco center and lake. Read the column

March 1st Movement 100th Anniversary Memorial Hall (Gunsangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Daegugak Daegu Without a Car: A Half-Day Walk Through the Modern Alleys & Suseongmot Night Views, from Gyesan Cathedral, the Modern History Museum and Yangnyeongsi to the Arboretum We map a car-free Daegu walk from Gyesan Cathedral to Suseongmot by night. Read the column

Daegu Gyesan Cathedral (Daegugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Haenamgak The Perfect 2-Day, 1-Night Haenam Trip with Your Parents: Daeheungsa's Flat Forest Path, Mihwangsa and Dalmasan, Ttangkkeut Observatory and the Historic Site of Gosan Yun Seon-do We map Daeheungsa, Mihwangsa, the Ttangkkeut monorail and Gosan for parents. Read the column

Daeheungsa Temple (Haenamgak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Sejonggak The Perfect Weekend Outing in Sejong with Kids: National Children's Museum Booking Tips, Beartree Park's Asiatic Black Bears and the Sejong National Arboretum Greenhouse We map a Sejong weekend with kids, from a children's museum to the lake park. Read the column

Children's Museum (Sejonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yeongjugak Yeongju UNESCO World Heritage & Seonbi Scholar Trail, 2 Days, 1 Night: The Complete Course to Buseoksa's Muryangsujeon Hall, Sosu Seowon and Museom Village's Single-Log Bridge We link Buseoksa, Sosu Seowon, the Seonbi villages and Museom Village. Read the column

Buseoksa Temple (Yeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gangneunggak Gangneung from the Sunrise Train Station to Solhyang Arboretum and Gyeongpodae: A Four-Season Nature Walk via Jeongdongjin Station, Sandglass Park and Gangmun Beach We link Jeongdongjin's sunrise, Solhyang Arboretum and Gyeongpodae in Gangneung. Read the column

Jeongdongjin Station (Gangneunggak) · Photo: IR 스튜디오 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jejugak Jeju's Four-Season Flower, Garden and Museum Course: A Comparison Guide to Camellia Hill, Hallim Park, Hueree and Jeju Stone Park We link Camellia Hill, Hallim Park, Hueree and Jeju Stone Park across Jeju. Read the column

Camellia Hill (Jejugak) · Photo: 이범수 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yeosugak Yeosu's Geumodo Bireong-gil Trek, Hyangiram Sunrise and Odongdo, Fully Conquered: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Course Along the Archipelago's Sea Cliffs We link Geumodo's Bireong-gil, Hyangiram's sunrise, Odongdo and the cable car. Read the column

Geumodo Bireong-gil (Yeosugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jeonjugak A Refined History Walk and Night-View Course That Dodges the Jeonju Hanok Village Crowds: From Gyeonggijeon, Jeondong Cathedral and the National Intangible Heritage Center to Ajung Lake We link Gyeonggijeon, Jeondong Cathedral and Ajung Lake for a Jeonju night walk. Read the column

Jeonju Gyeonggijeon Shrine (Jeonjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Chuncheongak Chuncheon by Train: A Healing Course of Lake Walks, Waterfalls and a Kiln Sauna at Gongjicheon Sculpture Park, Samaksan's Deungseon Falls and Namuhyanggi Kiln Sauna We link Gongjicheon, Deungseon Falls, a kiln sauna and Nami Island in Chuncheon. Read the column

Gongjicheon Jogak Park (Chuncheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Yongingak Yongin's Historical Drama Sets for Photos of a Lifetime & Four-Season Botanical Garden Walks: Dae Jang Geum Park, Korean Folk Village, Hantaek Botanical Garden and Gasil Cherry Blossom Road We link Dae Jang Geum Park, the Folk Village, Hantaek and Gasil's cherry trees. Read the column

Dae Jang Geum Park (Yongingak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gyeongjugak From Gyeongju's Bulguksa and the East Coast Tomb of King Munmu to the Night Views of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond: The Perfect Course to Thousand-Year Silla's Guardian Temple and Undersea Tomb We link Bulguksa, King Munmu's sea tomb and Donggung and Wolji by night. Read the column

Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Busangak From the Coastal Cliffs of Busan's Haedong Yonggungsa to the Modern & Contemporary History Museum and Gamcheon Culture Village: The Essential Busan Course Across Sea and History We link Busan's Haedong Yonggungsa, a history museum, Baeksan Hall and Gamcheon. Read the column

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple (Busangak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Suwongak A Garden City Walk Beyond Suwon's Fortress Walls: Irwol Arboretum's Mediterranean Greenhouse, Wolhwawon at Hyowon Park and Picnics at Gwanggyo Lake Park We link Irwol Arboretum, Wolhwawon, Gwanggyo Lake and Banghwasuryujeong. Read the column

Suwon Arboretum Irwol (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 7 min read Sokchogak Seoraksan Courses from Sokcho Compared: Gwongeumseong Cable Car and Flat Sinheungsa Walks vs. Climbs to Ulsanbawi Rock and Geumganggul Cave We compare Seoraksan's cable car and Sinheungsa with Ulsanbawi and Geumganggul. Read the column

Seoraksan Ulsanbawi Rock (Sokchogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Danyanggak A 2-Day, 1-Night Scenic Danyang Course for Parents and Families: Dodamsambong, the Gudambong Cruise, Gosu Cave, the Danyanggang Jando Trail and Mancheonha Skywalk We link Dodamsambong, a Gudambong cruise, the skywalk and Gosu Cave in Danyang. Read the column

Dodamsambong Peaks (Danyanggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Mokpogak Mokpo Marine Cable Car, Yudalsan's Archipelago Panorama & Mokpo Bridge Sunset Spots: Mokpo from the Sky and the Sea We link Mokpo's cable car, Yudalsan, Mokpo Bridge sunsets and the ferry port. Read the column

Mokpo Marine Cable Car (Mokpogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 7 min read Incheongak Incheon's Three Faces Compared: Modern Architecture of the Open Port, the Future City of Songdo Central Park and Ganghwa's Thousand-Year-Old Jeondeungsa Temple We compare Incheon's Open Port Street, Songdo Central Park and Jeondeungsa. Read the column

Songdo Central Park (Incheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Gapyeonggak Mastering Gapyeong's Outdoors and Forest Retreats: From Jara Island, Jara Island Campground and Ihwawon to Kalbongsan Natural Recreation Forest and Unaksan Mountain We cover Jara Island, its campground, Ihwawon, Kalbongsan and Unaksan forests. Read the column

JARA ISLAND (Gapyeonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

City Focus 6 min read Jongnogak A Crowd-Free Palace Walk in Jongno, Seoul: From Gyeonghuigung's Sungjeongjeon Hall and Gyeonghuigung Park to Dongsipjagak, Gyeongbokgung and Bukchon Hanok Village We map a quiet Jongno walk from Gyeonghuigung to Gyeongbokgung and Bukchon. Read the column

Gyeonghuigung Palace (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read DaegugakBusangak Daegu or Busan for a 2-Day, 1-Night KTX Weekend? Modern Alleys and Yangnyeongsi Market Eats vs. Old Downtown and Seaside Temple Ocean Views We compare 2-day, 1-night KTX weekends in Daegu and Busan on the Gyeongbu Line. Read the column

Daegu Gyesan Cathedral (Daegugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read SejonggakYongingak Sejong vs. Yongin for a Weekend Outing with Kids: National Children's Museum and Beartree Park vs. Korean Folk Village and Dae Jang Geum Park We compare Sejong and Yongin, two family favorites for traveling with kids. Read the column

Children's Museum (Sejonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read JongnogakSuwongak Seoul's Jongno (Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon, Seochon) vs. Suwon (Hwaseong Haenggung, Haengnidan-gil): Where to Go for a Palace and Fortress Walk? We compare Jongno and Suwon, the capital area's top history date courses. Read the column

Gyeongbokgung Palace (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read HaenamgakYeosugak Haenam vs. Yeosu for a Namdo Ocean Trip: Ttangkkeut Observatory and Daeheungsa's Thousand-Year Forest Path vs. the Maritime Cable Car, Odongdo, and Geumodo Bireong-gil We compare Haenam and Yeosu, two top seaside trips in South Jeolla. Read the column

Ttangkkeut Observatory (Haenamgak) · Photo: 두드림 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read GunsangakIncheongak Gunsan Time Travel Village vs. Incheon's Open Port Area: A Complete Comparison of Korea's Two Great Modern Architecture and Retro Photo Tours We compare Gunsan and Incheon, Korea's two great modern history trips. Read the column

Dongguksa Temple (Gunsangak) · Photo: 송재근 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Comparisons 6 min read JejugakGangneunggak Jeju vs. Gangneung for Ocean Cafés and Hotel Getaways: Flight vs. KTX, Ganeungot Sehwa and the Hyatt vs. Terarosa and St. John's We compare Jeju and Gangneung, two of Korea's top seaside destinations. Read the column

Seinteujonseu Hotel (Gangneunggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (no changes allowed)

By Travel Need 7 min read JongnogakGunsangakGyeongjugakYeongjugakMokpogak Top 5 Korean Getaways for Solo Reading and Reflection: A Complete Solo Travel Guide to Jongno's Seochon, Gunsan, Gyeongju, Yeongju, and Mokpo We picked Jongno, Gunsan, Gyeongju, Yeongju, and Mokpo for solo trips. Read the column

Gyeonghuigung Palace (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 7 min read SejonggakDaegugakSuwongakDanyanggakGunsangakJejugak Top 6 Indoor and Greenhouse Destinations in Korea That Never Fail on Rainy Days: Rain-Proof Alternatives in Sejong, Daegu, Suwon, Danyang, Gunsan, and Jeju We list the best indoor spots in six cities for rainy or high fine-dust days. Read the column

Sejong National Arboretum (Sejonggak) · Photo: 김용훈 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read SuwongakIncheongakYongingakGapyeonggak Top 4 Day-Trip Drives from Seoul: The Complete Guide to Weekend Outings in Suwon, Incheon, Yongin, and Gapyeong We map day trips from Seoul to Suwon, Incheon, Yongin, and Gapyeong. Read the column

Gwanggyo Lake Park (Suwongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 7 min read GangneunggakYeosugakGyeongjugakChuncheongakBusangak Top 5 Romantic 2-Day, 1-Night Getaways for Couple Anniversaries: Ocean-View and Hanok Stays in Gangneung, Yeosu, Gyeongju, Chuncheon, and Busan We match night walks with ocean-view and hanok stays in five cities for couples. Read the column

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read GapyeonggakChuncheongakSuwongakIncheongakGunsangak Top 5 Lake, Island, and Garden Walks in Korea for Dog Owners: Gapyeong's Jara Island, Chuncheon's Gongjicheon, Gunsan's Eunpa Lake, Suwon's Gwanggyo Lake, and Incheon's Songdo We introduce five lake, island, and park walks ideal for strolls with your dog. Read the column

JARA ISLAND (Gapyeonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

By Travel Need 6 min read DaegugakGunsangakMokpogakDanyanggakSokchogak Top 5 Value Food Cities Where You Save on Lodging and Go All In on Food: Old-School Eatery Tours in Daegu, Gunsan, Mokpo, Danyang, and Sokcho We guide you to five value cities where cheap stays leave more for local food. Read the column

Yun Ok-yeon Halmae Tteokbokki Main Branch (Daegugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read GangneunggakBusangakYeosugakGyeongjugakHaenamgak Top 5 New Year Sunrise Spots and Seaside Temples on the East and South Seas: Gangneung's Jeongdongjin, Busan's Haedong Yonggungsa, Yeosu's Hyangiram, Gyeongju's Tomb of King Munmu, and Haenam's Land's End We list Korea's best sunrise and wish-making spots, from Jeongdongjin to Haenam. Read the column

Jeongdongjin Station (Gangneunggak) · Photo: IR 스튜디오 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 7 min read SejonggakYeongjugakYongingakJeonjugakJejugak Top 5 Trips for Three-Generation Families (Grandparents, Parents, Kids) in May, Family Month: All-Generation Courses in Sejong, Yeongju, Yongin, Jeonju, and Jeju We cover barrier-free walks, food, and stays for three-generation family trips. Read the column

Beartree Park (Sejonggak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read JejugakYeongjugakHaenamgakDanyanggakMokpogak Top 5 Late-Autumn Getaways for Silver Grass, Sunsets, and the Last of the Fall Foliage: Jeju's Sangumburi, Mokpo Bridge, Yeongju's Buseoksa, Haenam's Mihwangsa, and Danyang's Gudambong We pick five places that shine as autumn deepens, from Jeju to Mokpo. Read the column

Sangumburi Crater (Jejugak) · Photo: 김계호 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Seasonal Picks 6 min read SejonggakSuwongakChuncheongakYeongjugakGapyeonggak Top 5 Greenhouse Gardens, Hot Springs, and Kiln Saunas to Melt Away the Midwinter Cold: Sejong National Arboretum, Suwon's Irwol Arboretum, a Chuncheon Kiln Sauna, Yeongju Hot Springs, and Gapyeong's Ihwawon We pick five warm winter spots: greenhouses, a kiln sauna, and hot springs. Read the column

Namuhyanggi Hanjeungmak (Chuncheongak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 7 min read JongnogakSokchogakChuncheongakYongingakIncheongak Top 5 Noodle Pilgrimages Across Korea (Buckwheat, Makguksu, Chinese): Gwanghwamun Mijin in Jongno, Kim Satgat in Sokcho, Gyeonggang in Chuncheon, Gap Jjamppong in Yongin, and Gonghwachun in Incheon We analyze five noodle meccas, from Gwanghwamun Mijin to Incheon's Gonghwachun. Read the column

Mijin (Jongnogak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 7 min read YeongjugakJeonjugakJejugakYeosugakDanyanggak Top 5 Restorative Feasts Straight from the Source (Hanwoo, Tteokgalbi, Abalone, Hamo, Mandarin Fish): Signature Food in Yeongju, Jeonju, Jeju, Yeosu, and Danyang We compare five local feasts, from Yeongju Hanwoo to Danyang mandarin fish stew. Read the column

Yeongju Cheongjeong Hanu Sigyuk Sikdang (Yeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (no changes allowed)

Data Insights 7 min read SejonggakSuwongakGunsangakDaegugakJeonjugakChuncheongak Top 6 Lake Parks in Korea Compared by the Data: Analyzing the Loop Trails at Sejong Lake, Gwanggyo Lake, Eunpa Lake, Suseongmot, Ajung Lake, and Gongjicheon We compare six top lake parks, from Sejong Lake Park to Chuncheon's Gongjicheon. Read the column

Sejong Lake Park (Sejonggak) · Photo: 이효직 · Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1

Data Insights 7 min read GyeongjugakYeongjugakHaenamgakSuwongakJeonjugakJongnogak Top 6 Must-Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites and National Treasure-Level Architecture in Korea: Gyeongju's Bulguksa, Yeongju's Buseoksa, Haenam's Daeheungsa, Suwon Hwaseong, Jeonju's Gyeonggijeon, and Jongno's Gyeongbokgung We list six signature Korean heritage sites, from Bulguksa to Gyeongbokgung. Read the column

Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju (Gyeongjugak) · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1