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Things to see in Gyeongju (South Korea): 17 places and when to go
Gyeongju is a city in South Korea with around 155,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly History (8), Nature (4), Temples (3). The best known are Bulguksa, Cheomseongdae and Gyeongju National Museum. The best time to come is March to May and September to November; also possible: December to February, June and August. In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Korea · 35.8428, 129.2117
- Population
- About 155,000
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (8) · Nature (4) · Temples (3) · Museums and art (3) · Architecture (2) · Stargazing (1)
- Best time
- March to May and September to November.
- Also possible
- December to February, June and August.
- Nearest airport
- PUS Busan, 78 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Tohamsan, at 745 m.
What to see in Gyeongju
The places in and around Gyeongju, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- BulguksaTemple12 km
- CheomseongdaeAstronomical observatory in Gyeongju, South Korea1.1 km
- Gyeongju National MuseumNational museum2.1 km
- Donggung Palace and Wolji PondHaenggung Palace in Wolseong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea1.6 km
- DabotapPagoda12 km
- BunhwangsaBuddhist temple in South Korea2.0 km
- Gyeongju National ParkNational park6.5 km
- Bell of King SeongdeokLarge bronze bell produced in 771 in Gyeongju, South Korea2.0 km
- SeokgatapStone pagoda in South Korea12 km
- TohamsanMountain in South Korea13 km
- GolgulsaTemple of Golgulsa18 km
- Gyeongju WorldTheme park in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea6.4 km
- DaereungwonTomb complex in Gyeongju, South Korea600 m
- KamŭnsaTemple site, cultural heritage26 km
- Silla Arts and Science MuseumHistory and science museum in South Korea9.8 km
- K Pop MuseumMuseum in Gyeongju, South Korea7.0 km
- Gyeongju-si resource recovery danji Wellbeing center (Jjimjilbang)Hot spring bath6.1 km
When to go to Gyeongju
The best time to visit Gyeongju is March to May and September to November; also possible: December to February, June and August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:49
- FebPossible10:41
- MarBest time11:44
- AprBest time12:55
- MayBest time13:54
- JunPossible14:25
- JulBetter not14:12
- AugPossible13:22
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:04
- NovBest time10:04
- DecPossible9:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 35. In April, 17 of the 17 places are at their best.
When to go to South Korea in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Gyeongju
The nearest main airport is Gimhae International Airport (PUS, Busan), 78 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Korea (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Ulsan22 places34 km
- Daegu20 places55 km
- Busan32 places85 km
- Changwon14 places90 km
- Daejeon42 places170 km
- Cheongju26 places178 km
And all of South Korea, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gyeongju?
The best known: Bulguksa, Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju National Museum, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, Dabotap. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gyeongju?
March to May and September to November; also possible: December to February, June and August. In June there are 14 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 35.
How do you get to Gyeongju?
The nearest main airport is Gimhae International Airport (PUS), 78 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gyeongju as the destination and these 17 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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