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๐ Real Korea Series Top 10 - Ep.9: Top KTX Day Trips from Seoul - Gyeongju, Jeonju, Daejeon & Andong
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Explore Culture, Cuisine, and History — All in a Day via Korea’s High-Speed Rail
Top KTX Day Trips from Seoul: Gyeongju, Jeonju, Daejeon & Andong
Fast, Easy, and Culturally Rich Escapes via High‑Speed Rail
Looking for a meaningful adventure beyond Seoul in just a single day?
Experience Korea's rapid transit with a KTX ride and journey to history-rich cities, cultural villages, and healing hot springs.
Discover UNESCO sites, traditional food, and serene countryside—all in 48 hours.
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Top KTX Day Trips from Seoul |
๐ Why Choose KTX Day Trips?
Advantage | Description |
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Speed | Reach destinations in 1–2 hours at up to 300 km/h. |
Convenience | Frequent trains, reserved seats, and seamless station access. |
Comfort | Spacious cabins, free Wi‑Fi, and luggage space. |
Eco-friendly | CO₂-efficient travel compared to driving. |
๐ซ Booking Tip: Reserve online via Let’s Korail or the KORAIL Talk app for English-friendly service.
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KTX platform departure shot |
๐ Featured KTX Day Trips
1. Gyeongju – “Museum Without Walls”
๐ ~2h (to Singyeongju Station)
๐️ Bulguksa Temple – UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to 751, with seven National Treasures
๐ 385 Bulguk‑ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
↗️ Official site: www.bulguksa.or.kr
๐ก Highlights: Seokguram Grotto, Cheomseongdae Observatory, Tumuli Park
๐ฅ Local treats: Hwangnam Bread, Ssambap
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Bulguksa Temple |
2. Jeonju – Hanok Charm & Culinary Heritage
๐ ~1h 35m to Jeonju Station
๐ Jeonju Hanok Village – 700+ traditional hanok, Slow City designation
๐ Overlaps Pungnam-dong & Gyo-dong, Jeonju
๐ Foodie must-tries: Jeonju Bibimbap, Kongnamul Gukbap
✨ Seasonal event: Jeonju Bibimbap Festival in October
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Jeonju – Hanok Charm & Culinary Heritage |
3. Daejeon – Spa, Science & Green Spaces
๐ ~50m to Daejeon Station
๐ฟ Yuseong Hot Springs & Foot Spa – public alkaline hot spring dating to Silla era
๐ Oncheon-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
↗️ Info: Yuseong Hot Springs Info
๐งช Other attractions: Hanbat Arboretum, National Science Museum
๐ Try: Kalguksu, grilled pork galbi
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Daejeon Yuseong Hot Spring Foot Spa located on Oncheon-ro in Yuseong District |
4. Andong – Confucian Legacy & Folk Village
๐ ~2h (KTX to Andong + shuttle bus)
๐ก Hahoe Folk Village – UNESCO historic village preserved since the 15th century
๐ 186 Jeonseo‑ro, Pungcheon‑myeon, Andong‑si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
↗️ Official site: www.hahoe.or.kr
๐ญ Highlights: Hahoe Mask Dance, traditional architecture, river ferry rides
๐ฒ Local cuisine: Andong Jjimdak, Andong Soju
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Hahoe Folk Village |
๐งณ KTX Day Trip Survival Tips
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Depart early (07:00–08:00) to maximize daylight
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Reserve weekend tickets early
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Bring power bank: outlets are limited on KTX
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Check return train times before heading out
Ep.10 – Most Romantic Places in Korea for Couples: Han River, Cafes & Hidden Spots
End your journey with a touch of romance — riverside bikes, sunset cafรฉs, and secret hideaways that turn moments into memories.
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