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A restored royal palace with sweeping tiled roofs framed by modern towers in central Seoul, South Korea

Trip planning Updated 12 January 2026

First Time in South Korea: The Only Guide You Need

Planning a first trip to South Korea? Here is when to go, how to split your time between Seoul, Busan and Jeju, the K-ETA and visa basics, what to book ahead, money and etiquette, and the rookie mistakes to skip.