7 Things to Do in South Korea for an Experience You Won't Forget
From Outdoor Pursuits to Relaxing Retreats
South Korea has a little something for everyone, whether you are into food, history, hiking, architecture or culture. Here are a few of the coolest things that should be on your list of things to do in Korea.
Soak Your Tired Muscles in a Hot Spring
Whether you’re visiting in the winter and want to warm up or just want to soothe your aching traveler’s muscles you can do just that with a soak in a traditional Korean-style sauna, otherwise known as a jjimjilbang. These hot tubs are fed by natural hot springs and are a delightful place to relax after a day of skiing or exploring the winding streets.
You can even get a full body scrub to get rid of any excess dry skin with a complete exfoliation. Looking for the best saunas for your spa experience? Here are some recommendations from CNN travel.
Visit a Ski Resort
Were you inspired by the Winter Olympics in South Korea in 2018? Fortunately, South Korea is 70% mountains, so there are many opportunities to enjoy some great skiing during your visit.
You’ll find plenty of wonderful places to ski, such as Yongpyong Ski Resort, Daemyung Vivaldi Park and many more. Here is a helpful guide to skiing in South Korea from Trazy.com. Your skiing skills might not be Olympic level, but you’ll still have a lot of fun.
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Admire Impressive Palaces
Seoul is known as the City of Palaces and for good reason. There are five different ancient imperial sites within the Korean capital and the most impressive of these is Gyeongbokgung, which translates to “Palace Blessed Greatly by Heaven.”
This enormous, sprawling complex takes several hours to explore and contains many stunning examples of elegant carvings and royal Korean architecture. Consider taking a guided tour of the palace so you can learn about the history and the cultural significance of this important historical site.
