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Visit Korea Like a Local | Year 2023-2024 Foodie Experiences

Visit Korea Like a Local | Year 2023-2024 Foodie Experiences

Dive into authentic Korean cuisine and visit Korea like a local with these wellness and foodie experienced designed for international travelers. The attractions for Visit Korea Year 2023-2024 introduce some serious spice and flavor along with a local spa that guarantees an out-of-this-world experience.

Unmissable Things to Do in Busan-Hidden Korea

Full-Day Tour | Unmissable Things to Do in Busan

A photographer’s delight, this tour of hidden attractions in Busan provides plenty of photo ops and takes travelers to hard-to-reach spots unknown to tourists. Explore diverse attractions and enjoy cultural experiences from the comfort of a vehicle driven by an expert guide who will lead you through attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village and some of South Korea’s most famous temples. Round-trip transportation is available from several points in Busan.

Tour stops

  • Haedong Yonggungsa Temple – feel the atmosphere of Busan while soaking up views of the East Sea with this one-hour visit of Haedong Yonggungsa Temple.
  • Cheongsapo – one of the tour’s best photo op, this stop gives visitors a full view of Haeundae Beach and the train running along the East Sea.
  • Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk – this picturesque stop features the coastline and the port side of Busan.
  • Huin Yeoulgil Huinnyeoul Culture Village – the only village in Korea with a cliff is a highlight of this tour.
  • Busan Gamcheon Culture Village – visit this historic village where refugees lived during the Korean War. Take selfies with colorful buildings, sculptures and local murals.
Aquafield Jimjilbang Spa & Sauna Experience-Visit Korea Like a Local

Aquafield Jimjilbang Spa & Sauna Experience: Goyang, Hanam & Anseong | Korea

Featuring one-of-a-kind treatments in a charcoal room, as well as outdoor foot baths and rooftop infinity pool packages, this convenient experience is guaranteed to melt your stress away. Kids are welcome to splash in pools and slip down slides while parents escape to a different galaxy in the Media Art Room. This high-end spa experience is located in Starfield Mall.

Top features

  • Aquafield Goyang – this rooftop infinity pool features aroma hydrotherapy, plus a sandpit and fountain that kids and adults love.
  • Aquafield Hanam – find multiple pools, slides, kiddie pools and the Wave Bar at this outdoor rooftop water park.
Myongdongjeong Royal Cuisine in Seoul-Visit Korea Like a Local

Myongdongjeong Royal Cuisine in Seoul | Korea

Give your tastebuds the royal treatment with this two-hour foodie tour in Seoul that introduces guests to authentic Hanjeongsik, or Korean cuisine prepared for royals and aristocrats. Guests enjoy their choice of seasonal dishes ranging from pumpkin porridge to the raw-meat dish, yukhoe. Live octopus and ginseng wine also have been known to grace the menu of this unique Korean food experience.

Package Options

  • Original Set (Myeongdong Jeongsik) Lunch Menu (subject to change depending on seasonal availability) - pumpkin porridge, seasonal salad, jellyfish cold vegetables, salmon steak, royal japchae, tricolor pancake, bulgogi, five-colored potato ongshimi, yukhoe, fried shrimp, soybean paste stew, rice, various side dishes, traditional tea and dessert.
  • Original Set (Myeongdong Jeongsik) Dinner Menu (subject to change depending on seasonal availability) - pumpkin porridge, seasonal salad, jellyfish cold vegetables, salmon steak, royal japchae, tricolor pancake, bulgogi, five-colored potato ongshimi, yukhoe, fried shrimp, soybean paste stew, rice, various side dishes, traditional tea and dessert.
  • Premium Set (Gwibinsang) Lunch Menu (subject to change depending on seasonal availability) - pumpkin porridge, seasonal salad, jellyfish cold vegetables, salmon steak, royal japchae, tricolor pancake, bulgogi, five-colored potato Ongshimi, yukhoe, fried shrimp, abalone butter-grilled, five-colored daejjim, gujeolpan, galbi jjim, soybean paste stew, rice and various side dishes, traditional tea and dessert.
  • Premium Set (Gwibinsang) Dinner Menu (subject to change depending on seasonal availability) - pumpkin porridge, seasonal salad, jellyfish cold vegetables, salmon steak, royal japchae, tricolor pancake, bulgogi, five-colored potato Ongshimi, spiced raw beef, fried shrimp, abalone butter-grilled, five-colored daejjim, gujeolpan, galbi jjim, soybean paste stew, rice and various side dishes, traditional tea and dessert.
  • Haesin Lunch Set Menu (subject to change depending on seasonal availability) - pumpkin porridge, seasonal salad, jellyfish cold vegetables, salmon steak, royal japchae, tricolor pancake, bulgogi, five-colored potato Ongshimi, spiced raw beef, fried shrimp, five-colored daejjim, gujeolpan, abalone and beef rib stew, soybean paste stew, rice and various side dishes, traditional tea and dessert.
Cook 3 Authentic Korean Dishes-Visit Korea Like a Local

Cook 3 Authentic Korean Dishes | Local Market Tour

You’ll never have to live without Korean cuisine again after completing this cooking class with local instructors. Participants will learn how to prepare popular Korean dishes like bibimbap and bulgogi, along with specialties like kimchi stew and stir-fried glass noodles. Ingredients are picked up during a tour of Mangwon Market, where guests can experience authentic Korean food culture with a professional guide. This hands-on class lasts about three and a half hours. Each participant will prepare three dishes on a private cooking table.
Seoul Kimchi Academy House

Seoul Kimchi Academy House

This two-hour tour gives guests a chance to prepare their own kimchi and kimchi pancake while learning about Korean culture. The class is presented in English and includes a tea time. Ticket prices are the same for adults and children.
Seoul Sunny's Dining Traditional Korean Desserts Cooking Class

Seoul Sunny's Dining Traditional Korean Desserts Cooking Class

Embrace your sweet tooth during a traditional Korean cooking class dedicated to desserts. Friendly teachers walk you through recipes for bean paste rice cakes, giving you the skills you need to whip up these colorful desserts yourself! This two-hour class takes place at Sunny’s Dining near Gongdeok Station in central Seoul. All classes are available in English, German and Korean.

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-Spring Activities for Visit Korea Year 2023-24

"Visit Korea Year" will extend from 2023 through 2024, with events, festivals, and discount promotions for visitors. Please visit the "Visit Korea Year" website for dates and details.

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