Seoul to Gyeongju, 1 Day Trip

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About this activity

Take a journey through the picturesque countryside of Korea to temple-rich Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty and one of the ten historical cities in the world. Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty (BC57-AD935), often dubbed as a Museum without Walls.

Make your way leisurely to Gyeongju, where you will see Korea's fertile farmland, glistening brooks, sheltered ginseng farms, apple plantations and lovely rice paddies that together form the patchwork of colors and ever-changing textures of the rural Korean life.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Dahae DMC

Ages: Adults (1–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Taxi and Public transportation
Included: English speaking guide
Included: Entrance fee for the mentioned tour attractions
Included: KTX Train ticket from/to Gyoengju

Not included

Not included: Meals
Not included: Private transportation: Transfer to/from Seoul Station

Itinerary

Seokguram

one hour Admission included

Seokguram, located on Tohamsan Mountain, is a representative Korean stone temple. The official name of Seokguram, National Treasure No. 24, is Seokguram Seokgul. Designated a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995, it is a stone temple constructed of granite. The construction was started by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) in 751 and finished twenty-four years later, in 774.

Seokguram is known to have been built along with the Bulguksa Temple, according to the history book, Samgukyusa, from the Goryeo Dynasty. Kim Dae-Seong had built Bulguksa for the parents who were alive, and Seokguram for the parents from his former life.
Bulguksa Temple

one hour Admission included

Bulguksa Temple is the representative relic of Gyeongju and was designated a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in 1995. The beauty of the temple itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known throughout the world. Bulguksa Temple was built in 528 during the Silla Kingdom was built by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774), who started building the temple in 751 and completed it in 774.

Bulguksa Temple is home to many important cultural relics such as Dabo-tap (National Treasure No. 20), Seokga-tap (National Treasure No. 21) Yeonhwa-gyo* Chilbo-gyo (National Treasure No. 22), Cheongun-gyo,* Baegun-gyo (National Treasure No. 23), the Golden Seated Vairocana Buddhist Figure (National Treasure No. 26), the Golden Seated Amita Figure (National Treasure No. 27), and Sari-tap (Treasure No. 61).
Daereungwon Tomb Complex

50 min Admission included

Opened in 1964, Namdaemun Market is the largest traditional market in Korea with shops selling various goods. All products are sold at affordable prices and the stores in this area also function as wholesale markets.
Gyeongju National Museum

one hour Admission included

Gyeongju National Museum houses numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla dynasty (57 BC-AD 935). The museum provides various programs including at the Children’s Museum School. The newly renovated Silla Art Gallery and Silla History Gallery lobby by Teoyang Studio are popular among visitors. This multi-complex center provides the history of Silla with various artifacts.