Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gyeongju travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gyeongju

With a population of 155 237, Gyeongju is a must-see destination in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gyeongju to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Gyeongju

Gyeongju in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 8667
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gyeongju in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 8667
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gyeongju

Plane

Although Gyeongju doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ulsan (USN), which is located 30 km from Gyeongju. The shortest flight to Gyeongju from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 19h 45m.

Train

The train station in Gyeongju is called Gyeongju, and is located 0.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gyeongju is to pick up a car hire from Seoul, which is about 274 km from Gyeongju. You’ll find branches of Hi Rent and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Seoul.

Plane

Although Gyeongju doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ulsan (USN), which is located 30 km from Gyeongju. The shortest flight to Gyeongju from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 19h 45m.

Train

The train station in Gyeongju is called Gyeongju, and is located 0.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gyeongju is to pick up a car hire from Seoul, which is about 274 km from Gyeongju. You’ll find branches of Hi Rent and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Seoul.

Airports near Gyeongju

USNUlsan
TAEDaegu
PUSBusan Gimhae

Airlines serving Gyeongju

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,404 reviews)
Air China
Good (88 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
Vietnam Airlines
Good (196 reviews)
VietJet Air
Okay (141 reviews)
Shanghai Airlines
Good (10 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gyeongju

From 5-star hotels such as the Hilton Gyeongju to great affordable options like the Stay Romantictriphostel, Gyeongju offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 4,825 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 15,986 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Gyeongju Dongsung Youthtel and Mini Hotel 141. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Gyeongju, with prices from ₹ 2,470 to ₹ 50,159 per night. Bukgun-dong is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Gyeongju are about 54% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gyeongju

Most booked hotels in Gyeongju

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Hilton Gyeongju
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,105+
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Lahan Select Gyeongju
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,197+
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Commodore Hotel Gyeongju
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,472+
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Kensington Resort Gyeongju
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 6,701+
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Gyeongju Kolon Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
₹ 6,046+
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Hiring a car in Gyeongju

Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Gyeongju (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,247 and ₹ 1,662. The most frequently booked car type in Gyeongju is Intermediate (Hyundai Avante or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Gyeongju (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,247 and ₹ 1,662. The most frequently booked car type in Gyeongju is Intermediate (Hyundai Avante or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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