(Illustration by Stripes Korea)
If you’re looking to plan a fun weekend and need ideas on what to do, check out online travel shops for special deals on attractions, activities, transportation, and accommodations.
For locals, NAVER is typically the primary resource for finding the best ticket prices. However, the apps listed here are especially useful for non-Korean speakers and still offer great deals. To find the best offers, make sure to browse first, and remember that some attractions like zoos and farms may offer better prices if you buy tickets in person.
Trazy (Illustration courtesy of Trazy)
Trazy is a Korean travel company offering discounted tickets for the latest and trendiest tours across Asia. As a Korean company, Trazy features diverse local activities, tours and festivals, including K-pop experiences, catering to international visitors.
Trip.com (Website, Android, iOS)
Trip.com (Illustration courtesy of Trip.com)
A global travel platform that’s also beloved in Korea. Trip.com is known for offering competitive prices on hotels, flights, and rental cars. Make sure to compare prices on Trip.com before booking with other apps to find the best deals!
Airbnb (Website, Android, iOS)
Airbnb (Illustration courtesy of Airbnb)
Airbnb offers unique accommodations and local experiences from traditional hanoks to cultural tours hosted by locals. It can give you authentic travel experience for every budget in Korea and worldwide.
Creatrip (Website, Android, iOS)
Creatrip (Illustration courtesy of Creatrip)
Creatrip offers insights into local food, culture, and travel in Korea for travelers seeking authentic local tastes. They provide many exclusive tickets, including those from local shops and often even directly from government agencies. Creatrip collects interesting local activities and trendy travel ideas, all at prices similar to what locals pay.
Klook (Illustration courtesy of Klook)
Klook is a globally popular travel platform providing access to top attractions, tours, theme parks, transportation, hotels and more at special prices worldwide, including Korea.
Skyscanner (Website, Android, iOS)
Skyscanner (Illustration courtesy of Skyscanner)
Skyscanner is a leading flight comparison app that helps you find great deals on flights and rental cars, even in Korea. It’s especially useful when planning a trip to Jeju so briefly browse to compare flight and rental car prices with Trip.com.
Agoda (Illustration courtesy of Agoda)
Agoda specializes in accommodations, offering great deals on everything from luxury hotels to affordable guesthouses. It also provides transportation options and a wide selection of activities for travelers in Korea.
Explore these official travel resources in Korea and browse through to find inspiration for your next adventure!
Korea Tourism Organization (Website)
Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) serves as the premier source for comprehensive tourist information across Korea. KTO provides insights on attractions, festivals, cultural experiences, accommodations, and more. Their app, VISIT KOREA, gives real-time updates on events and recommendations.
Seoul Tourism Organization (Website)
Seoul (Photo by Seoul Tourism Organization)
Seoul Tourism Organization provides all the essential details you need about Seoul’s attractions, activities, food, accommodations, and events. They also have an app, search for Visit Seoul.
Jeju Tourism Organization (Website)
Jeju (Photo by Seoul Tourism Organization)
Jeju Tourism Organization offers valuable resources to help travelers explore Jeju Island’s top attractions, natural wonders, and activities. They also provide a helpline and live chat with English-friendly features.
