Gyeongsangbuk Do South Korea Travel Guide
Gyeongju experiences distinct seasons, so your clothing choices are connected to your travel dates. Layering is often the best strategy.
South Korea does not enforce a strict dress code for tourists in general. People dress fashionably and neatly.
Bring Hiking boots or sturdy Trail shoes for Namsan trails.
Waterproof and insulated boots are good for warmth against frozen precipitation or slush in winter.
Organizing and ensuring your documents is a leading concern. Have both physical and digital copies.
Ensure your devices are powered and connected.
Mobile phone usage and data options.
Use cloud services Such As google Drive or dropbox for photos and document copies.
A Portable external hard drive serves as a physical media backup.
Navigation: KakaoMap/Naver Map. Translation: Papago. Messaging: KakaoTalk. Ride-hailing: Kakao T.
Include basic items for common ailments.
Have sufficient of all prescription medications.
For treks on Namsan Mountain.
Around Bomun Lake or heritage districts.
For daily explorations and photo opportunities.
Items for longer travels.
Reduce your environmental impact.
Carry a reusable water bottle and shopping bag.
Consider bringing personal care items.
Choose local businesses for meals and souvenirs.
Use Gyeongju's bus system to move around.
Pack light and use packing cubes for easy organization.
Roll clothes for saving space and reducing creases.
