Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour from Busan

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Bulguksa Temple

  A jewel of Silla-era Buddhist architecture, Bulguksa Temple is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site and one of Korea’s most revered temples. Originally built in the 8th century, the temple complex showcases stunning architectural harmony between nature and design. Visitors can admire iconic structures like Dabotap and Seokgatap pagodas, and intricate stone staircases that symbolize the path to enlightenment. Set amidst pine forests and lotus ponds, Bulguksa offers spiritual peace and timeless beauty.

  1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Yangdong Folk Village

  [UNESCO Tour ONLY] Step back in time at Yangdong Village, Korea’s largest and most well-preserved traditional village designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nestled among scenic mountains and gentle rivers, this centuries-old village embodies the Confucian ideals and class structure of the Joseon Dynasty. With over 160 hanok-style homes scattered across the hills, some still inhabited today, visitors can stroll past tiled rooftops, ancestral halls, and ancient academies. Surrounded by nature, Yangdong offers a serene, immersive look into Korea’s aristocratic past. (Lunch time at own expense is included)

  2 hours 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Daereungwon Tomb Complex

  [UNESCO Tour ONLY] Daereungwon, also known as the Park of Royal Tombs, is a complex containing 23 tombs that were built during the Silla Dynesty. There are a number of tombs with significant historical value, but Chenmachong (Tomb of the Heavenly Horse), where the inside of the tomb is open to public, is one of the most symbolic sites.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4

  Next to Daereungwon, there is the famous Hwangridan Street, trending hotspot that blends Gyeongju’s ancient charm with modern style. Indulge in gourmet street food, sip specialty coffee in hanok cafés, or shop for handmade souvenirs in this fashionable yet historic street.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  [UNESCO Tour ONLY] The Woljeong Bridge in boasts a rich history dating back centuries. Constructed with sturdy stone arches, it stands as a testament to ancient engineering techniques. Spanning the Woljeongcheon Stream, this historic bridge has been a vital link in Gyeongju's transportation network for generations, serving as a tangible reminder of the city's past.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

  [UNESCO Tour ONLY] Donggung & Wolji: First constructed in year 674, it is an artificial pond in Gyeongju National Park that is filled with lots of historical memories. The Korean government temporarily drained the pond in 1972, revealing thousands of Silla artifacts that had fallen into the lake or were thrown in.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Gyeongju National Museum

  [MUSEUM Tour ONLY] Home to priceless artifacts from the Silla Kingdom, including golden crowns and Buddhist relics. The museum vividly tells the story of Gyeongju’s glorious past.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
• Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller or wheelchair.

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