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What to Do in South Korea


Discover the best activities to do in across South Korea.


From traditional cultural practices and modern entertainment to seasonal festivals and unique adventures, this section guides you through must-do experiences that capture the essence of Korean life and culture.
  • Odeng 오뎅 (Fishcake)

    Skewered fish paste? This oft-underrated delicacy is tasty, quick, and cheap. Odeng is one of the gems of Korean food…

  • Korean Martial Arts

    Taekwondo, hapkido, and kumdo: you’ve heard the names, and now you can learn the arts.

  • Best Courses for Golf in Jeju Island

    The popular vacation destination has more than just beaches. If you are looking for other things to do, our list…

    golf in jeju island
  • Get Your Gayageum On

    Have you ever taken the KTX? If so, you may have noticed that when the train slows down before a…

    Foreigners Playing Gayageum
  • Japchae: Korean Glass Noodles And Mixed Veggies

    Edited On March, 2025

    Japchae Meal
  • The Best Naengmyeon In Seoul

    Edited on March, 2025

    Naengmyeon Meal
  • A Taste of Korea: Jeon

    Loaded with mushrooms, seafood, kimchi, and green onions, jeon shows us the savory potential of pancakes.

    Jeon Meal
  • Banchan: You Just Gotta Love Korean Side Dishes!

    Banchan—side dishes that automatically come with any main course you order with free refills to boot! Could there be a…

    banchan korean side dishes
  • A Taste of Korea: Hitting the Duck Trifecta

    Duck-loving gourmands in Korea can have their favorite bird smoked, baked with sulfur, and stewed.

    Hitting the Duck Trifecta
  • A Taste of Korea: Kimchi Jjim 김치찜

    Original words by Stephen Revere, shot by Joshua Beagle There is hardly a more delicious and representative combination in Korean…

    kimchi jjim
  • Korea Craft Brewery Tour

    Chungcheong Editor's Pick: Korea Craft Brewery Tour Shot courtesy of Korea Craft Brewery With the craft beer industry on the…

  • Budnamu Brewery Opens in Gangneung

    Budnamu Brewery A new craft beer brewery has opened in the beachside city of Gangneung, in Gangwon-do. Budnamu currently serves…

  • Tap into Your Inner Hamster at Big Ball Land

    For those not familiar with zorbing, it’s essentially a human sized hamster ball. It’s a 1.8 meter orb inside a…

    People playing with a big ball
  • Tea Shops and Tea Houses in Insadong Tour

    In the midst of winter, enjoy a delightful winter interlude in Insadong with some piping hot tea! The educational tour…

    Tea Shops and Tea Houses Insadong Tour
  • How To Navigate The Real Chinatown Of Seoul In Daerim

    When I first moved to Seoul and started craving Chinese food, people typically told me to go to the Chinatown in…

    china-town-daerim
  • Becoming A Pilot In Korea: Where And How To Get

    Taking flying lessons offer you the chance to become a pilot in Korea - then let your spirits soar as…

    flying lessons
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