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Gyeongju World
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Gyeongju World

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Gyeongju World is an early amusement park in Korea. In addition to theme parks such as tornadoes and canyon adventures, it also opens a sled playground in winter and a California water park in summer.Gyeongju · 5.6 km from downtown
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
No. 1 of Night Attractions in Gyeongju

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

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Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, located in Gyeongju, South Korea, are an important part of the ruins of the Silla Dynasty's secondary royal palace. Donggung Palace was once the residence of the crown prince and also served as an important space for holding national celebrations, banquets, and receiving distinguished guests. Wolji Pond is an artificial pond that once featured islands and was surrounded by flowers and trees, creating a beautiful royal garden view with the surrounding palace buildings. It blends the architectural art and garden design features of the Silla period, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of royal garden construction at that time. The pond water and ancient buildings complement each other, presenting different views as the seasons and light change, appearing even more serene and elegant under the night lights. Today, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond are famous for their simple and elegant architectural style and tranquil, beautiful waterscapes, making them an important place to understand Silla history and culture and appreciate the beauty of traditional Korean gardens, attracting many tourists to visit.Gyeongju · 2.4 km from downtown
Cheomseongdae Observatory
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Cheomseongdae Observatory

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Cheomseongdae Observatory, as the name suggests, was a place used for observing stars in ancient times. It was built during the reign of Queen Seondeok, the 27th ruler of the Silla Kingdom, and was primarily used as an astronomical observatory during the Silla period. The entire Cheomseongdae Observatory is built of granite, standing 9.17m high, with a top diameter of 3.1m, a bottom diameter of 5.17m, and a base stone side length of 5.35m. The double-layered base and the altar are square, with sizes 8 and 15 times that of the long base stones, respectively. Above the base is a 27-layer cylindrical tower body. The entire Cheomseongdae Observatory is wider at the bottom and narrower at the top, standing vertically. Cheomseongdae Observatory each layer is approx. 30 cm high, and the top features a double-layered, well-shaped stone altar, which is presumed to have been the placement site for some kind of observation instrument. The upper part is well-shaped, while the connecting part is a barrel-shaped cylinder, often mistakenly called "Star-Plucking Terrace".Gyeongju · 2.4 km from downtown
Bulguksa Temple
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Bulguksa Temple

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Bulguksa Temple is the core of Silla culture, a classic of Silla Buddhist art, and a world cultural heritage. 1440 years ago, in the 22nd year of King Faheung of Silla, in order to maintain the stability of the country and the people, Bulguksa Temple was built, and it has been repaired several times since then. In Bulguksa Temple, walking up the ridge, you can see the famous Grotto Nunnery, which houses the larger Sitting Buddha statue in the east facing the East China Sea. Seven cultural relics including the Duobao Pagoda, Sakyamuni Pagoda, Blue Cloud Bridge and two golden bronze Buddhas in the temple are listed as national treasures of Korea. In 1995, Bulguksa Temple was listed as a World Heritage Site along with the Seokguram Temple to the east.Gyeongju · 12.2 km from downtown
Gyeongju National Museum
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Gyeongju

Gyeongju National Museum

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Gyeongju National Museum houses a systematic collection of major artifacts from the Silla Dynasty, where you can learn about the detailed history and culture of Silla, as well as comprehensive information about the city of Gyeongju. Since 1913, it has collected over 79,000 items, though only over 2,000 are on display. The museum is divided into the Archaeology Hall, Art Hall, Anapji Hall, and outdoor exhibition areas.Gyeongju · 3 km from downtown
Daereungwon Tomb Complex

Daereungwon Tomb Complex

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4.7/5
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Ancient tomb No. 155, Cheonma Tomb, excavated in 1973, is a stone-built coffin tomb unique to the Shilla era. It is 12.7m high and 50m deep. There is a room 6.5m long, 4.2m wide and 2.1m high made of logs, with a wooden pier in the center to block the view. There are more than 11,526 cultural relics unearthed here. Among them, the Cheonma Tu is the first precious scroll found in an ancient tomb in Korea.Gyeongju · 2.4 km from downtown
Woljeonggyo Bridge

Woljeonggyo Bridge

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4.7/5
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Woljeonggyo Bridge is located in Gyeongju. It is a well-known wooden bridge that, according to historical records, was built in 760 by King Gyeongdeok of Unified Silla. A gatehouse stands on the bridge, and the second floor of the gatehouse houses a digital exhibition hall that mainly displays unearthed artifacts and the bridge's architectural history.Gyeongju · 3.1 km from downtown
Seokguram

Seokguram

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4.5/5
79 reviews
Seokguram is located in Tuhan Mountain, Gyeongju, and it was listed as a World Cultural Heritage in 1995 with Bulguksa Temple, which is 4 kilometers away. Seokguram is also the 24th National Treasure of Korea. Seokguram and Bulguksa Temple were founded by Jindaesong in the period of King Jingdeok of Silla. Seokguram was originally called: Stone Buddha Temple, which was built by Jin Dacheng for his parents in the previous life, while Foguo Temple was built for his parents in this life. The stone cave nunnery is not large in scale, and the stones are neatly piled up. Walking in feels like being in a cave, so it is called the cave nunnery. The nunnery is dedicated to the Buddha statue of Sakyamuni. Standing below and looking up at the tall Buddha statue, there will be an inexplicable sense of holiness in my heart. Because the orientation of the Buddha statue is facing the east, the sun will hit the Buddha statue after sunrise, so Koreans call this Buddha statue "Silla people's smile".Gyeongju · 13.2 km from downtown
Hwangnidan-gil Street

Hwangnidan-gil Street

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Gyeongju · 2.5 km from downtown
Jungang Market
No. 3 of Night Attractions in Gyeongju

Jungang Market

3.4
Jungang Market is located on Geumseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. The market is neatly organized, with hundreds of shops divided into sections for fresh produce, groceries, handmade goods, and dining. It offers fresh fruits and vegetables, seafood, meat, and pickled kimchi, as well as local specialties like hangwa, Gyeongju bread, and barley cakes. A wide variety of fabrics, daily necessities, and folk handicrafts are also available, and many visitors choose local specialties as travel souvenirs. The market blends traditional business with modern upgrades, featuring covered walkways that provide a comfortable environment for visitors to stroll through. Strolling through the crisscrossing alleys, listening to the calls of vendors, and tasting long-standing local snacks allows visitors to step outside the typical tourist framework and experience the vibrant folk atmosphere of this ancient Silla capital. Visitors to Gyeongju often make a special trip to Jungang Market to experience its century-old commercial culture and warm, authentic Korean daily life amidst the bustling market.Gyeongju · 2.1 km from downtown

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Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage One Day Tour (From Busan)
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Gyeongju Silla Heritage One Day Tour (From Busan)
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Gyeongju historical ancient capital | World heritage (Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto) 1-day tour | Depart from Busan
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Gyeongju historical ancient capital | World heritage (Bulguksa Temple & Woljeonggyo Bridge) day and night highlights tour | Depart from Busan
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Gyeongju One Day Tour from Busan: Bulguksa Temple, Daereungwon, Woljeonggyo Bridge
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Gyeongju Unesco World Heritage Site + Sky Capsule Day Tour (From Busan)
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Gyeongju Kookmin Healing Park + Bulguksa + Woljeong Bridge + Gyochon Village + Hwangnidan Street One Day Tour (Depart from Busan, Winter Special Wonderland)
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Featured Cultural experiences in Gyeongju

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Aesthetic school uniform rental, Gyeongju World Store, Gyeongju, South Korea
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Gyeongju Highlights Audio Tour: Royal Tombs, Cheomseongdae and Wolji Pond
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Wooden cutting board making experience
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BTS Filming Locations and Gangneung Day Tour from Seoul
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Busan school uniform rental - GAMSUNG School Uniform Lotte World Busan branch
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Daegu, South Korea - School Uniform Rental at Sensibility School Uniform Daegu E-World Store
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Featured Food & drink in Gyeongju

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Gyeongju: Korean Cooking Class - Bibimbap, Gimbap & Omelette
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Gyeongju: Small Group Market Tour and Korean Cooking Class
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Busan Shore Excursion: City Highlights & Authentic Street Food Tour (Cruise Port Pickup)
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Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan
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Daegu & Andong Hahoe Village Day Tour from Busan: Food, UNESCO Heritage and Nature (Depart from Busan)
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Featured Spa & wellness in Gyeongju

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Busan SpaLand Centum City 4 hr experience ticket
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Busan Shinsegae Spa Land sauna 4 hr experience
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Busan Spa Land sauna at Shinsegae Centum City Mall
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NathanfrdAugust 7, 2026
4.0
Nous sommes venus ici en août à l’ouverture. Peu de monde dans le parc, la plupart du monde préférant aller au parc aquatique vu la chaleur actuelle. Ce qui n’est pas plus mal, cela permet de faire les manèges sans ne jamais trop attendre. Le parc comprend 4 coasters dont 2 vraiment bien, skoll & hati et le draken. Une grande roue qui semble originale mais malheureusement celle ci était fermée comme d’autres attractions. L’univers du parc tourne beaucoup autour du fantaisiste ou de la mythologie nordique. Le parc est assez petit, on avait bien fait le tour en 4 heures avec des pauses. Il y a un prix avantageux pour les étrangers, ce qui est appréciable. Globalement un bon parc compte tenu du prix.

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Gabrielle SNovember 4, 2023
5.0
It was a perfect place to go after sunset. Wolji Pond is an artificial pond that was constructed by King Munmu in 674 CE. It is very impressive how it was created and still well-maintained! Donggung Palace was around since the Silla Kingdom. Obviously this is a reconstruction but it resembles the original building. It was also fascinating to learn about the artifacts that were discovered there, such as pottery, jewelry, building tiles, waterways, and Buddha images.

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

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ThaThahaniJanuary 21, 2023
5.0
This structure is Korean observatory in era. when you like to know about Korean history, You should visit at here. There is various attraction near by the cheomseongdae.

Cheomseongdae Observatory

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Natasha NguyenDecember 2, 2023
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With the surrounding portrayals of gods, Bodhisattvas and disciples, all realistically and delicately sculpted in high and low relief, it is considered a masterpiece of Buddhist art in the Far East.

Bulguksa Temple

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lascarJuly 13, 2024
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A must-see place in Gyeongju, worth a visit. Two hours is enough for tourists. The content is good, the history of Silla and Gyeongju are condensed here. The surrounding landscape design is also good. The cafe can overlook the Woljeong Bridge.

Gyeongju National Museum

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貓貓達February 27, 2020
4.0
Daleungwon is located in the center of Gyeongju City in southern South Korea. It is within walking distance of Gyeongju Railway Station. There are many hill-like tombs in Daleungwon. Among them, Cheonmawon can be visited and there are many excavated cultural relics. Available for viewing and well worth a visit.

Daereungwon Tomb Complex

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무명이February 28, 2025
5.0
Woljeonggyo Bridge is a representative wooden bridge in Gyeongju, and is a cultural heritage that was built during the Silla Dynasty and later restored. The bridge itself boasts magnificent and splendid traditional architectural beauty, and at night, the lights come on, creating an even more beautiful scenery. During the day, you can feel a quiet atmosphere in harmony with the surrounding natural scenery, and the view of Namcheon from the bridge is also beautiful. If you go inside, you can see the detailed details of traditional wooden architecture up close, making it an interesting place for those interested in architecture.

Woljeonggyo Bridge

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EmperorXiNovember 26, 2024
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It's worth to go and see there once, but the old Buddhist statute can't be taken a picture due to restrictions. The statute is more than 1200 years old

Seokguram

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일본여행고수자March 24, 2023
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Gyeongju's representative Hwangridan-gil can be considered a famous cafe street! There are many unique cafes~ Visit the one you like!!

Hwangnidan-gil Street

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What are the must-do things in Gyeongju?

Don't miss these attractions in Gyeongju: Gyeongju World, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, and Cheomseongdae Observatory. If you like Day tours, try Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage One Day Tour (From Busan). If you enjoy Cultural experiences, try Aesthetic school uniform rental, Gyeongju World Store, Gyeongju, South Korea.

You can give Gyeongju: Korean Cooking Class - Bibimbap, Gimbap & Omelette and Gyeongju: Small Group Market Tour and Korean Cooking Class a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage One Day Tour (From Busan), Gyeongju Silla Heritage One Day Tour (From Busan), and Gyeongju historical ancient capital | World heritage (Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto) 1-day tour | Depart from Busan. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of October 25, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Gyeongju is around BRL 126.29 – BRL 467.13. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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