--- title: "South Korea" description: "Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for South Korea." canonical: "https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/south-korea" locale: "en" --- # South Korea Primary place hint: South Korea ## Breadcrumbs [Asia](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/asia) > [South Korea](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/south-korea) ## Places in this area - [Gyeongsang](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/gyeongsang) (1 destination) - [Jeju](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/jeju) (0 destinations) - [Seoul Capital Area](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/seoul-capital-area) (1 destination) ## Hotel Guides - [Spectacular Hotel Views](https://spectacularhotelviews.com/en/rankings/south-korea) (spectacularhotelviews.com) Spectacular Hotel Views is the defintive guide to the world's best hotel views. It has over 600 destination rankings with hotels ranked by view quality, uniqueness, and breadth of availability across the property, has a searchable database of 2,500+ hotels with exceptional views and also allows you to browse by view type. Their South Korea ranking provides a useful guide for finding hotels in South Korea with the best hotel views. ## Travel Guides And Blogs - [ViaTravelers](https://viatravelers.com/destinations/south-korea/) (viatravelers.com) ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with practical comparison and itinerary tools. Their South Korea travel guide gives a well-rounded planning overview, spanning temples, pop culture, food, palaces, volcanic islands, and modern city life. - [Nomadic Matt](https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-guides/south-korea-travel-guide/) (nomadicmatt.com) Nomadic Matt is a budget-travel advice site focused on money-saving travel planning, destination guides, and longer independent trips. Their South Korea budget travel guide is practical for independent planning, covering things to do, costs, savings, transportation, accommodation, and trip logistics. - [Going Awesome Places](https://goingawesomeplaces.com/destination/asia/south-korea/) (goingawesomeplaces.com) Going Awesome Places is an itinerary-focused travel brand with detailed guides built around practical trip planning. Their South Korea guide is a helpful trip-planning resource, bringing together things to do, food, places to stay, expectations, and practical advice. - [Earth Trekkers](https://www.earthtrekkers.com/destination-south-korea/) (earthtrekkers.com) Earth Trekkers is a family adventure travel site focused on destination guides, itineraries, hikes, road trips, and photography. Their South Korea guide gives travelers a useful starting point for Seoul activities, soju, Jeju Island family adventures, and practical trip context. - [Be My Travel Muse](https://www.bemytravelmuse.com/things-to-do-in-south-korea/) (bemytravelmuse.com) Be My Travel Muse is a solo female travel blog and travel business focused on independent and adventurous trips. Their list of 30 things to do in South Korea is a well-rounded guide for travelers interested in food, cafes, history, modern culture, and scenic places. - [Atlas & Boots](https://www.atlasandboots.com/travel-blog/best-hikes-in-south-korea/) (atlasandboots.com) Atlas & Boots is an outdoor travel blog focused on hiking, trekking, wildlife, mountains, gear, and adventure destinations. Their South Korea hiking article is a strong fit for outdoor travelers, connecting eight trails with countryside, culture, history, and adventure travel. - [A Broken Backpack](https://abrokenbackpack.com/south-korea-sim-cards/) (abrokenbackpack.com) A Broken Backpack is a practical long-term-travel and travel-resources blog covering destination guides, SIM advice, and living abroad. Their South Korea SIM card guide is practical for staying connected, comparing in-person purchases, online options, prepaid cards, and eSIM alternatives. - [Legal Nomads](https://www.legalnomads.com/gluten-free/south-korea/) (legalnomads.com) Legal Nomads is a food, travel, and celiac travel site with a focus on cultural connection and gluten-free resources. Their gluten-free South Korea guide is especially helpful for celiac travelers, with guidance on dishes, foods to avoid, and a Korean translation card. - [The Broke Backpacker](https://www.thebrokebackpacker.com/is-south-korea-safe/) (thebrokebackpacker.com) The Broke Backpacker is an adventure and budget-travel site focused on backpacking, hostels, gear, and long-term travel resources. Their South Korea safety article offers practical guidance for travelers who want clear points to know before planning a trip. - [Travel Dudes](https://traveldudes.com/south-korea-during-cherry-blossom-season/) (traveldudes.com) Travel Dudes is a traveler-community guide site publishing destination tips, practical travel advice, inspiration, and contributor-led guides. Their cherry blossom season guide highlights a memorable time to visit South Korea, with useful coverage of timing, festivals, notable spots, and seasonal appeal. - [Goats On The Road](https://www.goatsontheroad.com/south-korea-travel-guide/) (goatsontheroad.com) Goats On The Road is a travel guide site and travel-lifestyle resource focused on destinations, travel planning, and sustainable travel income. Their broad South Korea travel guide is a good overview for planning around cities, mountains, beaches, culture, and history. - [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/loyalty-programs/points-miles-south-korea/) (thepointsguy.com) The Points Guy is a travel publication focused on points, miles, credit cards, loyalty programs, aviation, hotels, and travel deals. Their points-and-miles guide is a practical resource for U.S.-based travelers comparing ways to reach South Korea with airline miles or credit card points. - [Trekaroo](https://blog.trekaroo.com/top-ten-things-to-do-in-south-korea-with-kids/) (blog.trekaroo.com) Trekaroo is a family travel community and planning resource with parent-written guides, reviews, itineraries, and kid-friendly travel advice. Their family-focused list of ten things to do in South Korea is helpful for planning kid-friendly stops such as Gong Cha, Gyeonbokgung Palace, and Lotte World. - [Dreams in Heels](https://dreamsinheels.com/korean-food-culture-unique-delicious-korean-food-experiences-you-must-not-miss-in-south-korea/) (dreamsinheels.com) Dreams in Heels is a travel and lifestyle blog with Latina travel perspectives, destination inspiration, food, culture, and lifestyle coverage. Their Korean food culture article offers an engaging way into South Korea through five food experiences and context on Korean food’s wider popularity. ## Travel Videos - [Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hj44ky2T3GI) (youtube.com) Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries is a YouTube travel channel featuring Karl Watson’s long-form films from his travel adventures. This long-form travel video documents a useful 10-day first visit around South Korea, with stops including Aegibong Peace Eco Park, Gangneung, Andong, Busan, Mokpo, Jeonju, and Seoul. - [Creative Travel Guide](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aw5jH7t0LIo) (youtube.com) Creative Travel Guide is a YouTube travel channel by a British couple living in Bangkok and exploring Asia. This South Korea guide video is practical for pre-trip planning, covering places to see, reasons to visit, transport, typical prices, and budget tips.