Lonely Planet Korea

Lonely Planet's Korea is the most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the volcanic landscape of Jeju-do, wonder at the exquisite Changdeokgung palace, and get dirty at the Boryeong Mud Festival; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside you'll find Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them. Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests, while local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, and politics. Discover the best of Korean cuisine with expert guidance on regional dishes and drinks you have to try, and make use of the comprehensive toolkit with planning advice for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers, and accessible travel.

Complete with colour maps and images throughout, essential phrases and language tips, and insider advice to save time and money while avoiding crowds and trouble spots, this guide covers Seoul, Incheon, Jeju-do, Gyeonggi-do, Gangwon-do, Cheongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Sokcho, Samcheok, Chungju, Daejeon, Gongju, Daegu, North Korea, Pyongyang, Panmunjom, the DMZ, and more. Lonely Planet has been providing inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, reaching hundreds of millions of travellers each year and helping them unlock amazing experiences.