Description
Find your own journey. Korea offers diverse experiences through its city life, culinary culture, temples, islands, and mountain landscapes. Lonely Planet’s regional guide provides a foundation for selecting which parts of the country you wish to explore and for understanding experiences in context. This guide is suitable for those seeking a comprehensive travel guide with both practical information and background material, and who plan to spend more than a brief stay in the capital during their trip.
Experiences and content. Primary coverage includes Seoul and its surroundings, Gangwon-do, Busan, Gyeongsang-do, Jeolla-do, Jeju-do, and Chungcheong-do. The book also features a section on North Korea. The publisher highlights the seafood market in Sokcho, the island landscape of Hallyeohaesang National Park, and the views from Gitdae-bong on Hongdo. Content also covers Gyeongbokgung, Namsan, and Seoul’s city wall. Stories about culture, local life, and traditions provide context for the various places and experiences presented in the guide.
Who is this guide suitable for? Itineraries, day trips, city walks, and activity suggestions offer multiple ways to shape your journey. Maps and photographs provide an overview, while recommendations on food, accommodation, shopping, festivals, and optimal travel times support practical choices. The guide also addresses arrival, transport, money, local customs, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel. Use the book to compare urban and natural experiences and to choose a scope that suits your holiday. The geographical division makes it easier to revisit areas you are considering when finalizing your plan.
From inspiration to your own plan. Before departure, use the guide to select key experiences you truly desire and view them in the context of your entire trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to get acquainted with each location. Browse with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you want to accomplish and what you want to have time to experience. Also, allow some days for breaks and detours. A physical book is convenient to refer back to when discussing the next leg of your journey. Revisit an idea you’ve noted, and let the plan evolve as you become familiar with your destination.
About the edition. English travel guide, published 2026. 424 pages. 14th edition. ISBN 9781838698225.
