Seoul Transport and Travel Advisory: Large Gatherings Expected near Gyeongbokgung Palace

Seoul Metropolitan Government has announced transport control measures and strengthened safety protocols in anticipation of large gatherings around the areas of Gwanghwamun Intersection and Anguk Station from March 17 to March 31. Travelers visiting these areas are advised to exercise caution. Subways passing through Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line 3) and other stations near the Gwanghawmun area may bypass the stations without stopping. Additionally, buses passing through affected areas will either bypass them or take temporary detours. There also may be changes in the operating hours of tourist attractions in the affected areas, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Unhyeongung Royal Residence. Visitors are advised to check the official website before visiting.

03/17/2025

Cheong Wa Dae to Hold Arbor Day Commemoration Event!

Visit Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) and receive an arbor day special gift. All you have to do is follow Cheong Wa Dae on social media (Instagram and YouTube) or sign up as a VISITKOREA member. Simply show proof of your VK membership or that you are following Cheong Wa Dae on social media, and receive a beautiful tree collection leaflet and a seed pencil containing either tomato, basil, sunflower, balsam or morning glory seed. In celebration of Arbor Day, the event will run from April 5 to April 20, inviting both international visitors and locals to pique interest in Cheong Wa Dae trees and raise awareness about Arbor Day. A total of 5,000 seed pencils will be given away, 500 per day on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a meaningful gift. Cheong Wa Dae, once the office and official residence of the president, is well known for its stunning gardens, so beautiful it even offers a Tree Exploration tour. By following the tour path along the Grand Garden, Small Garden, and Nokjiwon, visitors can admire the beauty of seasonal flowers, pine trees, and the majestic 740-year-old pacific yew tree. Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) Address: 1 Cheongwadae-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 종로구 청와대로 1) Operating hours: 09:00-18:00 (Closed on Tuesdays) Website: www.opencheongwadae.kr Reservation: Online or on-site (Free) Event participation guide - Follow Cheong Wa Dae on social media ( Instagram , YouTube ) - Sign up as a VISITKOREA member ( Sign up here ) - Event venue Grand Garden Information Center Yeomin Building 1 Visitor Rest Area * Notice - Travelers are advised not to take the seed home as all kinds of seeds are prohibited from carrying in and out of Korea.

03/28/2025

Invitation to the Republic of Korea Pavilion at the 2025 Osaka Expo

Are you curious about what Korea will look like in 20 years? Visit the Republic of Korea Pavilion at the upcoming Osaka Expo in April 2025 and see for yourself! Under the theme "With Hearts," the pavilion will showcase Korea's vision for a future society, highlighting its latest innovations in sustainability and mobility through three exhibition halls focusing on AI, renewable energy, and future mobility solutions. Visitors can enjoy an interactive music exhibit where AI composes a music piece using recorded voices from attendees, as well as a large media display exploring the values that remain unchanged over time. Another highlight of the pavilion includes media façades that blend spatial design with the Hansan ramie fabric, a traditional Korean textile, alongside cutting-edge digital media technology. Fifty-five years after the 1970 Expo in Osaka, this year's Expo will showcase Korea's remarkable development since the 1970s. Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Period: April 13 – October 13, 2025 (184 days) Venue: Yumeshima Expo Site, Osaka Exhibitions at Republic of Korea Pavilion Exhibit Space I Light and Sound Connecting One and All The Republic of Korea Pavilion will incorporate visitors’ voices from the Q&A session and use them as a central theme for Exhibition Hall 1 Exhibit Space II From Barren Cityscape to Life Renewed Exhibition of concrete, a symbol of modern civilization, alongside day-to-day life objects as art pieces Exhibit Space III A Melody Shared Across Time A display of a heartfelt story on three large media screens through music, portraying the bond between a high-school girl and her grandfather Credit: KOTRA

03/20/2025

[Winners Announcement] Discover VISITKOREA: Your Gateway to Korea Event

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Discover VISITKOREA: Your Gateway to Korea Event and congratulations to the winners! * Period: February 10 - March 9, 2025 * Winners announcement: March 12, 2025 See below for the event winners: Winners will receive an email from visitkorea_cs@knto.or.kr with prize information to the email address connected to their VISITKOREA membership. * Disclaimer - Winners of Galaxy Watch 7, Korea Souvenir Poppy Bag, and Kingdom Friends Merch must respond to the email they receive within the specified deadline to redeem the prize. - Amazon.com eGift Card will be emailed by mid-March, and winners are not required to respond to the email to redeem the prize. - VISITKOREA is not responsible for delivery failure in the case of the email being flagged as spam, being sent to an inactive email account or lack of response from the winners within the deadline. [Discover VISITKOREA: Your Gateway to Korea] - Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm) – 1 winner yah******8i@gmail.com - Korea Souvenir Poppy Bag – 4 winners mis*****ow@gmail.com kks****13@yahoo.com.tw laz******le@gmail.com bal*******60@yahoo.com.tw - Kingdom Friends Merch 3 Set – 20 winners viv*********88@gmail.com l.p*****ha@icloud.com meo**********02@gmail.com Art******00@yahoo.com val******an@naver.com klk*****73@gmail.com joa******52@yahoo.com.tw chl********cc@gmail.com 4it******23@gmail.com cho***bb@yahoo.com.hk chi*******26@gmail.com aa8***********22@gmail.com pap*****25@gmail.com dan********07@gmail.com msn***0h@yahoo.com.tw pat********23@gmail.com a09*******69@gmail.com els******19@yahoo.com.hk sha**********13@gmail.com Siu*******an@gmail.com - Amazon.com eGift Card $10 USD – 30 winners man**********************ya@roche.com ban********ee@gmail.com ahm*****************al@gmail.com 411*****90@qq.com cis********25@gmail.com mpn*****16@gmail.com yih******78@gmail.com sug*******08@gmail.com kay********20@gmail.com rub********16@gmail.com rj.****15@gmail.com lee********32@gmail.com awa******23@gmail.com yu2***yu@gmail.com jim********59@gmail.com win********32@yahoo.com.hk chr*******20@gmail.com sun*******10@yahoo.com.tw mee***ka@gmail.com nic********26@gmail.com iri******30@gmail.com gra****77@gmail.com car******12@gmail.com s37***71@gmail.com tra****25@gmail.com kok****06@gmail.com a09*******85@gmail.com max****in@yahoo.com.tw j19*****03@gmail.com shi*****20@gmail.com

03/12/2025

Win or Lose, A Festival for Everyone! The Unique Korean Baseball Cheer Culture Part 2: Food and Baseball Pocha

KBO teams and their home cities Baseball stadiums are one of the hottest spots in Korea these days. Last year, the KBO League surpassed 10 million spectators for the first time in history, proving

03/21/2025

A Guide to Spring Blossom Destinations

Plum blossoms, canola flowers, forsythias, cherry blossoms, daffodils, azaleas, and so on – there’s nothing better to announce the arrival of spring than flowers. Spring in Korea begins with vibrant

03/05/2025

Pedaling Through Time: A Bike Tour Guide to Gyeongju

A Bike Tour Guide to Gyeongju for travelers who: • Are history buffs • Love exploring heritages sites • Seek indoor attractions perfect for all seasons ⭐ Bike Tour Course ⭐ Recommended bike tour i

03/20/2025

The Ultimate 2-Day Gyeongju Itinerary

The Ultimate Gyeongju Guide for travelers who seek: • To explore Gyeongju’s beach, nightscape, arts, and history • An engaging trip itinerary • To see every aspect of Gyeongju ★ Recommended course:

03/14/2025