Captivating luxury South Korea family tours
A family trip to South Korea is a brilliant way to experience local traditions and modern city life. In megacity Seoul, you’ll find thousand-year-old palaces and traditional markets alongside sky-high skyscrapers and bright city lights. With your private guide explore diverse neighbourhoods such as Gangnam, Hongdae, Insadong and Bukchon Hanok Village – where traditional Korean houses operate as cultural centres, guesthouses and restaurants.
Beyond Seoul, in the coastal city of Busan you’ll enjoy stunning beaches, fresh seafood markets and the brightly painted hillside homes of Gamcheon Culture Village. In Gyeongju, you’re transported back to the ancient Silla Kingdom through its UNESCO World Heritage sites, royal tombs and temples. And in Jeonju you and your family can stay in a traditional hanok district. Here, within the city, Jeonju Hanok Village gives you the chance to try on hanbok (Korean clothes), sample regional dishes like bibimbap (mixed rice) and explore local craft workshops.
When you travel in spring (March to May), one of the best things to do in South Korea as a family is to stroll city parks, temple gardens and riversides beneath a canopy of pink and white cherry blossom. In early spring, you can also visit Jeju Island for the burning of the daljip, or ‘moon houses’ with K-pop and fireworks. Volcanic Jeju is Korea’s largest island, with pristine beaches, waterfalls and deep underground caves featuring unique lava tubes.
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Experiences picked by our destination specialists
A word from one of our experts
There are countless things to do in South Korea with family, from Insa-dong Art Street in Seoul and the Gyeongju National Museum Children’s Museum, to Jeju Island’s caves and Busan’s cherry blossom.
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Luxury family-friendly accommodation in South Korea
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South Korea trip inspiration
Get inspired with our South Korea example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure
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Where to go in South Korea
Busan
One of the busiest port cities in the world, Busan has brightly decorated houses, ancient temples, fish markets and excellent hiking in the surrounding countryside.
Gyeongju
Packed with historic buildings and ruins, including the 8th century Bulguksa Temple and nearby Seokguram Grotto, your expert guide will bring the ancient Silla dynasty to life in Gyeongju.
Jeju Island
A volcanic island of natural beauty, with dramatic hiking and exceptional seafood. Watch in awe as female free divers (haenyeo) harvest clams, abalone, octopus, squid and seaweed.
Jeonju
Hanok Village – a maze of cobbled streets with the atmosphere of a bygone era – is the traditional heart of the city of Jeonju, which is also famous for its street food.
Seoul
Home to over half of South Korea’s population, Seoul is modern and ancient, dynamic and peaceful. Skyscrapers and serene Buddhist temples give way to mountain trails just beyond the city.
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When to visit South Korea
South Korea experiences distinct seasons with dramatic contrasts, as well as weather that varies by region, from mild coastal cities in the south to cooler mountain areas in the north.
Winter (December–February) brings frigid temperatures and snow (great for winter sports), while summer turns hot and humid with monsoon rains (we don’t generally recommend travelling between June and August). Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are beautiful times to visit; cherry blossoms transform the landscape in spring, while the autumn leaf season ignites the countryside in red, orange and gold.
Spring and cherry blossom
Late March–mid-April
Winter sports
December–February
Harvest festivals and autumn foliage
September–October
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We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.
Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.
