Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Korea.
Discover Korea's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from feasting on super-tasty street food, like crispy mungbean pancakes, at Gwangjan Market in Seoul; to wandering along sinuous paths through the beautiful Garden of Morning Calm; and enjoying a free vegetarian meal or an overnight Templestay at Guin-sa.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Korea travel guide:
- Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
- All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Korea effortlessly
- Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
- Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Vibrant photography and maps
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Bukhansan National Park, to Bulguk-sa, and Hahoe Folk Village
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
- Connect with Korean culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Covers: Seoul & Around; Gangwon-do; Gyeongsang-do; Jeolla-do; Jeju-do; Chungcheong-do; North Korea
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Korea.
