Cheomseongdae

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Gyeongju The Old Capital of Korea One Day Tour from Busan
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Gyeongju The Old Capital of Korea One Day Tour from Busan

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4.9 / 5
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US$ 35.00
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Gyeongju UNESCO Authentic Tour from Busan
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Gyeongju UNESCO Authentic Tour from Busan

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US$ 34.29
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Gyeongju Full-Day UNESCO Sites Guided Tour
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Gyeongju Full-Day UNESCO Sites Guided Tour

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US$ 35.99
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Gyeongju UNESCO Small Group Tour Pick-Up from Busan or Gyeongju (Max. 6 Pax)
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Gyeongju UNESCO Small Group Tour Pick-Up from Busan or Gyeongju (Max. 6 Pax)

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5.0 / 5
(47) • 200+ booked
US$ 86.99
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Busan Gyeongju UNESCO Small Group Full-Day Tour
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Busan Gyeongju UNESCO Small Group Full-Day Tour

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4.9 / 5
(92) • 800+ booked
US$ 41.35
Gyeongju Full-Day Small Group Historical Tour
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Gyeongju Full-Day Small Group Historical Tour

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(47) • 1K+ booked
US$ 34.29
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Gyeongju Autumn Foliage & Pink Muhly Tour from Busan
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Gyeongju Autumn Foliage & Pink Muhly Tour from Busan

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4.9 / 5
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US$ 62.15
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Gyeongju Silla Historic Sites & Golden Night Tour
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Gyeongju Silla Historic Sites & Golden Night Tour

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US$ 70.89
Gyeongju Historical Daereungwon Royal Tomb Complex, Yangdong Village, and Anapji Full Day Tour from Busan
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Gyeongju Historical Daereungwon Royal Tomb Complex, Yangdong Village, and Anapji Full Day Tour from Busan

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4.6 / 5
(20) • 600+ booked
US$ 69.49
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Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Sites Day Tour From Busan
Tours • From Busan, Gyeongju

Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Sites Day Tour From Busan

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4.3 / 5
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US$ 71.39
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Gyeongju Full-Day Small Group Photo Tour with Photographer
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Gyeongju Full-Day Small Group Photo Tour with Photographer

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5.0 / 5
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US$ 126.59
Gyeongju Day Tour from Daegu: 7 Highlights Including Bulguksa
Tours • From Daegu, Busan

Gyeongju Day Tour from Daegu: 7 Highlights Including Bulguksa

Private tour
English guided
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4.9 / 5
(47) • 200+ booked
US$ 79.99

Where to stay in Cheomseongdae

Gyeongju Hwarimjeong Hanok Pension (Cheomseongdae)
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Gyeongju Hwarimjeong Hanok Pension (Cheomseongdae)

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Gyeongju Hwangnamkwan Hanok Hotel
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Gyeongju Hwangnamkwan Hanok Hotel

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US$ 77.14
Hwarangroo
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Hwarangroo

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Soi Hanok Stay
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Soi Hanok Stay

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Coolstay Hotel
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Coolstay Hotel

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Gyeongju Wadamjung Hanok Pension
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Gyeongju Wadamjung Hanok Pension

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US$ 87.75
Naganjae
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Naganjae

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Gyeongju GG Tourist Hotel
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Gyeongju GG Tourist Hotel

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Commodore Hotel Gyeongju
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Commodore Hotel Gyeongju

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Gyeongju city hotel
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Gyeongju city hotel

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Hilton Gyeongju
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Hilton Gyeongju

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The K Hotel Gyeongju
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The K Hotel Gyeongju

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Transport to & from Cheomseongdae

Gyeongju Private Taxi Tour to Gyeongju / Pohang / Daegu / Busan / Andong from Gyeongju
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Gyeongju Private Taxi Tour to Gyeongju / Pohang / Daegu / Busan / Andong from Gyeongju

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US$ 117.45
Private Transfer between Seoul and Jeonju / Gangneung / Sokcho / Daegu / Andong / Gwangju / Gyeongju / Busan
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Private Transfer between Seoul and Jeonju / Gangneung / Sokcho / Daegu / Andong / Gwangju / Gyeongju / Busan

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US$ 403.65
Departing from Busan: Private Car Charter to Gyeongju's Major Spots
Car charters • Gyeongju (From Busan)

Departing from Busan: Private Car Charter to Gyeongju's Major Spots

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4.9 / 5
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US$ 330.25
Busan to Gyeongju - Korail KTX Train Ticket
Rail passes • Gyeongju (From Busan)

Busan to Gyeongju - Korail KTX Train Ticket

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4.8 / 5
(14) • 1K+ booked
US$ 8.09
Gyeongju Private Sightseeing Car Charter from Busan
Car charters • Gyeongju (From Busan)

Gyeongju Private Sightseeing Car Charter from Busan

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5.0 / 5
(40) • 200+ booked
US$ 403.65
Seoul to Gyeongju - Korail KTX Train Ticket
Rail passes • Gyeongju (From Seoul)

Seoul to Gyeongju - Korail KTX Train Ticket

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4.8 / 5
(25) • 2K+ booked
US$ 36.19
Gyeongju Private Transfer
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Gyeongju Private Transfer

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US$ 146.79
Seoul to Gyeongju - Express Bus Ticket
Buses • Gyeongju

Seoul to Gyeongju - Express Bus Ticket

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US$ 7.35
Retail: US$ 11.00
Gyeongju to Seoul - Express Bus Ticket
Buses • Gyeongju

Gyeongju to Seoul - Express Bus Ticket

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US$ 7.35

Cheomseongdae Reviews

클룩 고객
2026-11-04 06:45:23
Fantastic 5.0
November 2nd, family of 3, Korean (Wendy). We were so lucky to meet Ryu, a passionate and energetic guide! Thanks to guide Ryu, we successfully wrapped up a happy and enjoyable Gyeongju one-day tour on November 2nd. Out of 41 people from various countries, there were only 3 Koreans. Managing and leading people from multiple countries couldn't have been easy, yet he paid attention to even the small details for solo travelers, constantly asked for feedback from everyone after every destination, checked if anything was needed, and even had the sensitivity to carefully ask solo travelers if they were comfortable joining others for meals. Above all, while giving explanations in English at each destination, he also looked after the youngest guests—a 2-3 year-old child and a Japanese mother-son duo who applied alone—and even showed the passion of holding and playing with the child. I wanted to applaud his dedication in taking care of all 41 people. Even though the meeting spots and times were explained slowly and repeatedly, and an unexpected situation arose with 4 foreign travelers telling the guide to come and go elsewhere, guide Ryu did not panic, safely gathered the majority first so as not to keep everyone waiting, and must have been exhausted searching everywhere for the 4 people, yet he kept his smile until the end and found them at Bulguksa Temple—I was truly moved. He considered everyone's pace, including the elderly, young children, and kids, while walking. I would like to express my gratitude once again for guide Ryu's thoughtfulness and sincerity in trying to teach our child, who didn't fully understand the English used during transit, even one more historical fact. Thanks to our guide, we will definitely book with RedTours again next time. I am sending my belated applause for your passion, and please stay healthy.
Nir ******
2026-11-06 12:29:03
Fantastic 5.0
It was an excellent trip to Gyeongju, which integrated many other amazing places. We started at the spectacular Ahopsan Bamboo Forest, then moved on to the Bulguksa Temple. Along with the colorful autumn foliage, we walked to the mysterious tombs (Daerungwon), and also strolled across the charming water bridge (Woljeonggyo) in the Gyeongju Hanok Village. To top it all off, we finished at the Wolji Palace. It's a pity we had to head back at sunset and couldn't stay to see the palace illuminated
Lacy ******
2026-10-21 09:13:46
Fantastic 5.0
Today was so fun and we got tons of great pictures. So far in Korea I’ve been playing the part of “tour guide”, but it’s so much less stressful to have everything planned out as it was. We followed a set schedule but we were given some options at some of the locations. I recommend paying ₩3,000 extra at the tomb mounds to see the artifacts in the one that has been excavated. We opted to explore the street in Gyeongju instead of seeing the other mounds. There are lots of cute shops and street food stalls! Joseph was knowledgeable when we had questions, and was very friendly and patient! I was surprised how fast he learned our names. I’m happy we chose this tour as part of our honeymoon!
Klook User
2026-08-24 04:56:27
Fantastic 5.0
Mr. Park was an excellent guide who tried to answer all of our questions. When it started raining, he lent me his umbrella, which was very thoughtful and much appreciated. He was very friendly, and I’m glad we had him as our guide.
Klook-gebruiker
2026-11-01 12:10:33
Fantastic 5.0
Went on a tour with Antony and a group of other tourists from all over the world. We visited Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, Daereungwon Ancient Tomb, Cheomseongdae Observatory, Hanok Village, and the Gyeongju National Museum. It was so great doing this with a guide! It would be impossible to do using public transport. Antony gave concise and interesting explanations about all the highlights. Communication was handled via the app. For instance, we were picked up right in front of our hotel and dropped back off there. Before lunch, we were asked what we felt like eating and were given a set amount of time before the tour resumed. All in all, it was a carefree, relaxing, and wonderful day! Thank you so much!
Seth *******
2026-10-13 09:26:54
Fantastic 5.0
The tour was absolutely superb! We’re so grateful to have had Hans as our tour guide. He was polite, respectful, thoughtful, and incredibly knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly and made the entire experience both informative and enjoyable. Hans went above and beyond by helping us find the best spots for photos and even taking pictures of us while making sure everyone was well guided throughout the tour. His kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail truly made a difference. Since it was my first time here, I’m especially thankful that Hans helped make this trip so memorable for my wife and me. We had such a wonderful time and couldn’t have asked for a better guide. I’ll definitely recommend Hans to my friends! Thank you once again, Hans, for such a fantastic, fun, and unforgettable tour. You made our experience truly special! 😊
Klook User
2026-10-19 12:38:01
Fantastic 5.0
Robin is the best guide/driver/photographer for this tour. Aside from the beautiful places, a bit of history was shared too. The good reco for lunch was superb.
Lại **
2026-10-25 23:04:04
Fantastic 5.0
The Gyeongju one-day tour was a wonderful experience! I visited many fascinating places rich in history and impressive architecture, surrounded by beautiful golden autumn leaves that made Gyeongju even more charming. Despite the persistent rain caused by the typhoon, the trip became an unforgettable adventure and gave me unique memories to cherish. A special thank you to our tour guide, Lee Byung-kyun, who was incredibly thoughtful, patient, and helpful throughout the journey. His kindness and dedication made the experience much more enjoyable despite the challenging weather. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to explore Korea's rich history, culture, and beautiful autumn scenery. I would love to visit Gyeongju again on a sunny day to fully enjoy everything this beautiful city has to offer! Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Huang ******
2026-11-03 11:51:21
Fantastic 5.0
After deciding to visit Gyeongju, I compared many tours, and choosing this one in the end was so worth it! 👍 We visited all the important attractions, and Jesse, acting as photographer, driver, and tour guide all at once, was extremely professional. He told us stories and even gave us pose instructions when taking pictures, so we didn't have to worry about feeling awkward~ What was most thoughtful was that while we were waiting in line to take photos at Daereungwon, the sun was quite strong, and Jesse actually brought out a large umbrella to shield us from the sun!! He even noticed details like that, and I am truly grateful to them ☺️ Additionally, although lunch was not included in the tour fee, Jesse recommended several different types of restaurants for us to choose from~ And of course, the recommended restaurants were also delicious!! There was plenty of time to explore Hwangridan-gil~ For someone like me who loves to wander around, this was fantastic! In short, if you want to visit all the important attractions in one day while also getting many beautiful photos, please don't hesitate and just sign up! This trip to Gyeongju was definitely the most worthwhile and happiest day of my entire journey~ 🩵🤍

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What to know about Cheomseongdae

Discover the ancient stone astronomical observatory of Cheomseongdae in Gyeongju, South Korea, the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in Asia. Constructed in 647 C.E., Cheomseongdae offers a glimpse into Korea's fascination with the stars and celestial events, showcasing the architectural and astronomical achievements of the Silla kingdom.
Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, South Korea

Remarkable Landmarks and Must-Visit Sights

Cheomseongdae Observatory

Explore the cylindrical stone structure of Cheomseongdae, standing 9.17 meters high and built with 365 pieces of granite symbolizing the days of the year. Marvel at the precision of its construction and the astronomical knowledge it represents. The iconic Cheomseongdae Observatory stands tall as a symbol of ancient astronomical observation, with its cylindrical body made of 27 layers of stones and a unique design reflecting the celestial calendar.

Historical Significance

Cheomseongdae is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the 31st national treasure of Korea, showcasing the architectural and astronomical achievements of the Silla kingdom.

Architectural Marvel

Marvel at the unique structure of Cheomseongdae, resembling the upper part of a milk bottle. Explore the cylindrical body and square top that resemble the Korean Hanja character for 'well.'

Culture and History

Immerse yourself in the cultural and historical significance of Cheomseongdae, a national treasure of South Korea. Discover how the ancient Silla dynasty astronomers observed celestial phenomena and influenced important decisions based on their interpretations. Cheomseongdae's 365 stones symbolize the days of the year, while the 27 tiers represent the 27th monarch of the Silla Kingdom. The observatory's design reflects the importance of astronomy in ancient times, offering insights into the connection between celestial observations and political decisions.

Local Cuisine

While visiting Cheomseongdae, don't miss the opportunity to try popular local dishes in Gyeongju, such as Bibimbap, Kimchi, and Bulgogi. Sample unique flavors and must-try foods that showcase the culinary heritage of the region.