Gyeongju

Gyeongju

The ancient capital of the Silla Dynasty, known as the 'museum without walls'. A historic city dotted with UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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🏛️Main Attractions

  • Bulguksa Temple (UNESCO World Heritage)
  • Seokguram Grotto (UNESCO World Heritage)
  • Daereungwon Tomb Complex
  • Cheomseongdae Observatory
  • Anapji Pond
  • Gyeongju National Museum
  • Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
  • Namsan Mountain

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🏨Recommended Hotels

  • Hilton Gyeongju
  • Kolon Hotel Gyeongju
  • Gyeongju Hyundai Hotel
  • The Suite Hotel Gyeongju

🍜Restaurants & Food

Gyeongju Bread
Ssambap Set Meal
Gyeongju Hanjeongsik
Gyodong Cafe Street

Also check restaurants in other South Korea cities:

🛍️ Shopping

  • Seongdong Market
  • Jungang Market
  • Gyeongju Craft Shops
  • Hwangnam Bread Main Store

💡 Travel Tips

  • Spring (cherry blossoms) and autumn (fall foliage) are especially beautiful
  • Early morning visits to Bulguksa and Seokguram are recommended
  • Historic sites are spread over a wide area, so plan your route carefully

📋Quick Info

📅Best Season

Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

💰Daily Budget

$60-100 per day (accommodation, meals, attractions)/day

👥Popular With
History enthusiastsCultural travelersPhotography lovers
🗓️Recommended Stay

2-3 days

🌐Timezone

GMT+9 (Korea Standard Time)

💬Local Language

Korean

💱Currency

South Korean Won (₩)

📅Gyeongju 3-Day Itinerary

Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing

UNESCO Heritage Sites
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Morning2h
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Visit Bulguksa Temple

💡 Explore this masterpiece of Buddhist art and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the ancient stone pagodas and temple architecture from the Silla Dynasty.

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Morning2h
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Seokguram Grotto

💡 Located above Bulguksa, this artificial stone grotto houses a magnificent Buddha statue. Book tickets in advance as visitor numbers are limited.

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Afternoon1h
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Lunch at local restaurant

💡 Try Gyeongju's specialty dishes like ssambap (rice wraps) or traditional hanjeongsik (Korean set meal).

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Afternoon2h
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Daereungwon Tomb Complex

💡 Walk through the ancient royal burial mounds. You can enter Cheonmachong Tomb to see the interior structure and historical artifacts.

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Afternoon2h
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Cheomseongdae Observatory

💡 Visit the oldest existing astronomical observatory in East Asia, built in the 7th century during Queen Seondeok's reign.

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Evening2h
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Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

💡 End your day at this beautifully illuminated palace and pond complex. The night view with reflections is spectacular.

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