SOUTH KOREA TRAVEL (2026) | Top Places To Visit In South Korea (+ Itineraries & Travel Tips)

South Korea is located in East Asia, on the southern half of the Korean Peninsula. The country packs a lot of diversity into a manageable size, mixing granite peaks, lush national parks, and serene coastlines. Thanks to a reliable public transportation system, it’s easy to transition from modern megacities to traditional folk villages and ancient historical sites. This cultural heritage is complemented by a unique food scene and a vibrant nightlife. We spent three weeks exploring South Korea, and in this video we’ll be sharing our top places to visit: 🔗 SOUTH KOREA LINKS, ACTIVITIES, TOURS: ☑️ Suwon day tour from Seoul: https://www.getyourguide.com/yongin-si-l105118/seoul-suwon-hwaseong-waujeongsa-starfield-heritage-tour-t1051988/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthKorea_video ☑️ DMZ day tour from Seoul: https://www.getyourguide.com/south-korea-l169035/seoul-dmz-3rd-tunnel-and-optional-suspension-bridge-tour-t430077/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthKorea_video ☑️ Jeju Eastern Island Tour: https://www.getyourguide.com/jeju-province-l32347/jeju-eastern-jeju-unesco-spots-day-tour-t608456/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthKorea_video ☑️ Jeju Southern Island Tour: https://www.getyourguide.com/jeju-province-l32347/jeju-southern-top-unesco-spots-tour-t606871/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthKorea_video ☑️ Gyeongju day trip from Busan: https://www.getyourguide.com/busan-l32281/busan-gyeongju-guided-day-trip-to-three-kingdoms-capital-t525786/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthKorea_video ☑️ Ulsanbawi Rock Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/south-korea/gangwon/ulsanbawi-trail ☑️ Towangseong Falls Observatory Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/south-korea/gangwon-do/towangseong-falls ☑️ Bisondae Rock Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/south-korea/gangwon-do/biseondae 😴 WHERE TO STAY IN SOUTH KOREA: - Busan: Ocean2Heaven Hotel& Spa ($ - Nampo District): https://www.booking.com/hotel/kr/ocean-2-heaven-amp-spa.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - Seoul: Ibis Ambassador ($$ - Insadong): https://www.booking.com/hotel/kr/ibis-ambassador-insadong.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - Jeju: Urbanstay Jeju Airport ($$ - Jeju City): https://www.booking.com/hotel/kr/urbanstay-jeju-yeondong.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - Gyeongju: Siwoowadang ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/kr/siwoowadang.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 - Seoraksan NP: Kensington Hotel Seorak ($): https://www.booking.com/hotel/kr/seorak-kensington-stars.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 🎥 MORE SOUTH KOREA VIDEOS: - Seoul: https://youtu.be/d-6U_KHwsc0 - Jeju Island: https://youtu.be/UUZGLWeja_s - Busan: https://youtu.be/cTRRbFtPViI ✍️ GET TRAVEL PLANNER AT 50% OFF: https://www.worldwildhearts.com/product-page/comprehensive-travel-planner 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP & PLATFORMS WE USE: - Book cheap flights: https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/3559813/1027991/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001 - Book accommodation: https://www.booking.com/index.html?aid=7936148 - Book rental car: https://www.discovercars.com/?a_aid=Wordwildhearts - Book ferry tickets: https://www.ferryhopper.com/?aff_uid=wrwhrts - Get ESIM at 15% discount with code WWH15: https://saily.com/worldwildhearts - Find the best hiking trails: https://alltrails.pxf.io/c/3559813/1865884/22353 🗺️ ACCESS GOOGLE MAP: Save places on our free South Korea map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HRTd3Wu8TnN7GPFbA ✅ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/WorldWildHearts 😊 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/worldwildhearts/ https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwildhearts ‼️ Note: some (drone) shots are stock footage from Canva 🎵 MUSIC CREDITS: The Great Unknown by Itay Kashti Rejoice In The Morning by the David Roy Collective Rebuild by SEA Walking On Thin Air by Itay Kashti Intertwined Fate by Wav Two Love It Or Let It Go Instrumental Version by Michael Shynes 🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:12 Suwon 2:04 Busan 3:09 Korean Demilitarized Zone 4:13 Seoul 5:30 Jeju Island 7:01 Gyeongju 8:16 Seoraksan National Park 10:21 South Korea Travel Tips #southkorea #placestovisitinsouthkorea #southkoreatravel