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Gyeongju Reimagined: From Silla’s Legacy to Modern Trends
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03/25/2025
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Often called “Museum without Walls,” Gyeongju is a living testament to Korea’s rich history, offering visitors a chance to explore temples, pagodas, palaces, royal tombs, and much more. It boasts several UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Bulguksa Temple, built with excellent architectural methods; Seokguram Grotto, the world’s only granite-carved grotto; Gyeongju Historic Area; and Yangdong Village, offering visitors a journey through time.
Live your K-drama moment by exploring the trendy Hwangnidan Street in hanbok or unwind at a hanok café while savoring the famous Gyeongju Hwangnam Bread.
Suggested ItinerariesSleep, Eat, Play in Gyeongju
#Best_restaurants_in_Gyeongju_#Bakery_tour-
Gyeongju Ssambap Street
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Credit: minky3024 @ Naver Blog
Choi Yeong Hwa Bakery
(천년애찰보리빵찰보리떡) 
Hwangnam Bread
(황남빵)
#Hanok_stay
Hyangdan
(향단)
Cheongjae Hanok
(청재한옥)
Hanok Stay Joadang
[Korea Quality]
(한옥스테이 조아당[한국관광품질인증] )
#Step_back_in_time_with_a_hanbok_experience-
Put on a hanbok and experience the charm of Geyongju as you explore its historic sites. Hanbok rental shops are easily found throughout the downtown area, so don’t miss out on the opportunity to wear a hanbok and create unforgettable memories in this timeless setting.
Visitors wearing hanbok can get free entry to Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond, Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex, Tomb of King Muyeol, Five Royal Tombs, and Poseokjeong Pavilion during Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays. Additionally, East Palace Garden and Yangdong Village also offer free entry benefits.
Hanbok rental services in Gyeongju
Gyeongju Hanbokpan Instagram: @gyeongju_hanbokpan Hanbokdongi Instagram: @hanbokdongi A1 Hanbok Instagram: @a1hanbok
Must-visit Attractions
#UNESCO_World_Heritages
Gyeongju Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]
(경주 불국사 [유네스코 세계유산])]
Credit: Photo Korea - Anjinho Film
Gyeongju Historic Area [UNESCO World Heritage]
(경주역사유적지구 [유네스코 세계문화유산])
Gyeongju Yangdong Village [UNESCO World Heritage]
(경주 양동마을 [유네스코 세계유산])
Gyeongju Seokguram Grotto [UNESCO World Heritage]
(경주 석굴암 [유네스코 세계문화유산])
#Trending_among_locals
Gyeongbuk Millennium Forest Garden
(경북천년숲정원)
Credit: Photo Korea - Kim Seong-Cheol
Woljeonggyo Bridge
(월정교)
Credit: Photo Korea - Anjinho Film
Hwang Ryong Won
(황룡원)
Credit: Photo Korea - Hwang Sunghoon
Gyeongju Hwangnidan Street
(경주 황리단길)
#Traditional_markets
Gyeongju Seongdong Market (경주 성동시장)
Must-try foods!
☞ Korean-style buffet with more than 10 side dishes
☞ Korean street food favorites like gimbap, sundae, and deep-fried treats-
Gyeongju Jungang Market (경주 중앙시장)
Must-try foods!
☞ Crispy fried treats like deep-fried shrimp, octopus skewer, and deep-fried and braised chicken
☞ Customizable lunch box with up to four kinds of dishes
#Tourist_complex_#Special_tourist_zone-
Credit: Photo Korea - Anjinho Film
Bomun Tourist Complex (경주 보문관광단지)
Bomun Tourist Complex is the international tourist district of Gyeongju. This tourist district is formed with Bomunho Lake at its center, located about 10 kilometers east of downtown Gyeongju. -
Credit: Photo Korea - Anjinho Film
Gyeongju-si Special Tourist Zone (경주시 관광특구)
Gyeongju was the capital city of the ancient kingdom of Silla. The city is often referred to as a “museum without walls” because of the many cultural relics scattered throughout the city.
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The Ultimate 2-Day Gyeongju Itinerary
Recommended course: Najeong Beach – Gyeongju Expo Grand Park (Solgeo Art Museum) – Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex – Cheomseongdae Observatory – Woljeonggyo Bridge
Pedaling Through Time: A Bike Tour Guide to Gyeongju
Recommended bike tour itinerary with rentals available near the Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex → Five Royal Tombs → Hwangnyongsa Temple History and Culture Hall → Gyeongju National Museum
Discover Gyeongju through Videos
[MY K-STORY] Traveling to Gyeongju with language student Lisa and her mother visiting from Germany
Templestay in Korea: Martial Arts at Golgulsa l Unboxing Korea
How to get to Gyeongju
1. From Incheon International Airport
• Via airport bus: A limousine bus from Incheon International Airport to Gyeongju takes about 5 hours
• Via train: Take the Airport Railroad from Incheon International Airport to Seoul Station for about 1 hour. From Seoul Station to Gyeongju Station, the KTX train takes around 2 hours
2. From Gimhae International Airport
• Via bus: An intercity bus from Gimhae International Airport Bus Stop to Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal takes about 1 hour
3. From Daegu International Airport
• Take a bus from Daegu International Airport to Dongdaegu Station for about 15 minutes. From Dongdaegu Station to Gyeongju Station, the KTX train takes around 20 minutes.
4. From Seoul
• Via train: Take a KTX train from Seoul Station to Gyeongju Station for about 2 hours
• Via bus: Take a bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal for about 3 hours 30 minutes
Check the official website for schedule and more information:
√ Incheon International Airport Website
More info
- 1330 Korea Travel Helpline: +82-2-1330
- 1330 Text Chat: https://url.kr/PBeNi2
- (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese, Thai, and Indonesian)
* This column was last updated in March 2025, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here. We advise you to check details before visiting.
