{"id":150789,"date":"2023-04-04T09:38:52","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T09:38:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=150789"},"modified":"2026-10-12T10:08:04","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T10:08:04","slug":"solo-travelling-in-korea-be-the-main-character-in-your-own-k-drama","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/solo-travelling-in-korea-be-the-main-character-in-your-own-k-drama\/","title":{"rendered":"Solo travelling in Korea \u2013 Be the main character in your own K-drama"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you obsessed with Korean dramas, K-pop, or watching Korean food mukbang<\/em>s on YouTube? Perhaps none of the above. But do you want to see an exciting corner of Asia with incredible history, nature, architecture and cuisine? Then solo travel in Korea<\/strong> is calling you!<\/p>\n

I moved to Korea alone 18 months ago, and since then I\u2019ve had all kinds of solo experiences that I never could have imagined from my London comfort bubble. This country is so welcoming that I\u2019ve never really felt alone \u2013 it’s a great choice for first-time or nervous solo travellers, as I was!<\/p>\n

I\u2019m here to tell you everything you need to know about solo travelling in Korea<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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What to know before travelling alone to Korea<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Korea isn\u2019t the most famous spot in Asia for backpackers \u2013 its routes aren\u2019t as well-trodden as those in Thailand or Vietnam. But excellent public transport, high levels of safety and the reliable kindness of Korean people make it easy to navigate the country as a solo traveller. In the bigger cities you can get by without knowing Korean, but in smaller spots, the translation app Papago<\/a> will be your new best friend. You should also download a Korean maps app such as Naver or Kakao<\/a>, because non-Korean apps don\u2019t work well.<\/p>\n

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What time of the year is best for solo travellers visiting Korea?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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I wouldn\u2019t recommend solo travellers to visit Korea during the winter months of November-February. For starters, the brutal cold requires more layers than you can fit in your backpack \u2013 in Seoul temperatures are around \u201315 degrees. The social scene is quieter, there are fewer cultural events and less travellers visiting.<\/p>\n

When March comes around, it starts to thaw and Korea starts popping. The arrival of cherry blossom season brings everybody out, so it\u2019s the perfect time for solo travellers to meet people \u2013 just make sure to book your hostels early, as places sell out way in advance. Throughout spring and summer, you can find a festival to go to almost every weekend, most of which are free. Historic Gyeongju has its own Cherry Blossom Festival<\/a> in late March to early April, while Daegu has its famous Chimaek Festival<\/a> in July (\u2018chimaek\u2019 is the Korean word for fried chicken and beer, need I say more?) In June, Seoul\u2019s Waterbomb<\/a> festival has huge Korean artists performing at what is essentially a huge water fight in the sweaty peak of summer. And for something totally different, the Boryeong Mud Festival<\/a> in July is a big party on the beach that involves sliding, swimming and wrestling in mud. Go to any of these festivals solo and you\u2019ll be sure to leave with a new bunch of travel BFFs.<\/p>\n

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How much does solo travelling in Korea cost?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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The simplest way I can answer this question is: way less than western Europe, but more than southeast Asia. Overall, I think solo travel in Korea is pretty affordable – but let\u2019s break it down.<\/p>\n

Coming from the U.K, the land of overpriced train tickets and major delays, I\u2019m obsessed with Korea\u2019s public transport. It\u2019s clean, comfortable, reliable and you always pay the same price, no matter when you travel or book. The longest trip most travellers will take is from Seoul in the north to Busan in the south. This costs 50,000 won (about \u00a330) by high-speed train taking 2 hours, or 37,000 won (\u00a323) for a 4-hour bus ride.<\/p>\n

Korea has some of the friendliest hostels you\u2019ll find, and they\u2019ll be kind to your wallet too. Around \u00a315 a night is the average for most cities, with cheaper and bougier options available.<\/p>\n

Eating at a Korean restaurant is cheap, while western-style places are a bit pricier. Dinner at a Korean BBQ restaurant costs about 15,000 won (\u00a39) per person, and in all Korean restaurants side dishes are free and all you can eat. Groceries are pricy, so I don\u2019t recommend cooking too much at your hostel. Instead, on your most frugal days, ramyeon and gimbap from the convenience store can fill you up for less than \u00a33. For a cheap night out, stick to soju, Korea\u2019s national spirit. It only costs around \u00a32 a bottle, but you might pay for it in other ways the next day…<\/p>\n

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Is Korea safe for solo travellers?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Having visited many cities in Korea as a solo female, I can confidently say it feels like the safest place I\u2019ve ever travelled. Crime levels are so low that if you lose your wallet, the chances are it\u2019ll be in the same spot the next day with everything intact. If you get lost, you\u2019re never more than a few minutes from a 24-hour convenience store where you can charge your phone and get something to eat at any time of night. Of course, nowhere is perfect and as solo travellers we should stay alert whenever visiting a new place. But safety shouldn\u2019t be a big concern when planning your trip to Korea.<\/p>\n

In big cities nobody will bat an eye at you, but do be prepared for some attention if you visit a rural area as a foreigner. Korea is still pretty conservative, so LGBT couples might be stared at for holding hands or kissing in public by older Koreans.<\/p>\n

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How to travel Korea solo<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Okay, we\u2019ve covered the logistical stuff. So where are you gonna go, what are you gonna do, where are you gonna sleep and what are you gonna eat on your big solo adventure? For such a small country<\/p>\n

Korea has endless possibilities, so it can feel overwhelming trying to plan a solo itinerary. Try to go with the flow as much as possible, but here are the essential things you can\u2019t miss!<\/p>\n

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Best places to visit in Korea for solo travellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Seoul<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Most trips to South Korea will start in its non-stop capital city, where you can experience all sides of Korean culture in 24 hours. Start the day in an ancient palace and end the night in a Gangnam nightclub, with some antique shopping, gallery hopping and K-pop idol spotting in between. Seoul is an ultra-modern city with traditions on every corner. If you\u2019re feeling lonely, head to Itaewon, Korea\u2019s most international neighbourhood. You\u2019ll be sure to find home comforts here no matter where you\u2019re from. The university district Hongdae is also a great place to meet people, with parties 7 nights a week.<\/p>\n

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Busan<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Korea\u2019s second city is slightly more chilled, but every bit as fun. It\u2019s also home to iconic Haeundae beach, considered to be the most beautiful in Korea. Busan is my favourite place to visit solo, because I always get major main character syndrome strolling across the white sand, taking the Sky Capsule<\/a> train alongside the ocean, or heading up into the mountains to explore the eclectic Gamcheon Culture Village. The best neighbourhoods for solo travellers to stay in are Haeundae or Seomyeon, both popular nightlife spots with so much to do.<\/p>\n

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Gyeongju<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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I may be biased because I live there, but Gyeongju must be the friendliest city in Korea \u2013 it just has that small city charm! As an introvert it was pretty much impossible not to make friends as soon as I arrived here, thanks to the kind Koreans who were so eager to show me their culture and the small community of expats who always welcome a new foreigner in town. It\u2019s a cheap, relaxed place to chill out and enjoy some of Korea\u2019s most important historic sites, while its coolest neighbourhood Hwanglidan-gil has plenty to keep a solo traveller entertained.<\/p>\n

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Best things to do in Korea for solo travellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Koreans are baseball mad, so even if you\u2019re allergic to anything sporty, the atmosphere at a live baseball game makes for a fun time. It\u2019s perfect for solo travellers, because everybody around you cheering for the same team automatically becomes your new bestie. The game may be slow, but the fast-flowing beer keeps the mood high. Fellow Brits, if you don\u2019t have a clue what\u2019s going on, just stay for the good vibes and fried chicken. Major cities like Seoul, Busan and Daegu have teams in the KBO League. The season runs from April \u2013 October and tickets are surprisingly cheap!<\/p>\n

For a more relaxing time try a jjimjilbang<\/em>, traditional Korean bathhouses that are usually open 24 hours a day. A big part of this involves naked communal bathing, which I find significantly less awkward when I don\u2019t know anybody \u2013 solo travel win! After taking a soak, change into pyjamas and try out the different saunas to sweat out all the soju you\u2019ve consumed. Every town has jjimjilbangs<\/em>, but Busan\u2019s SpaLand<\/a> is the fanciest!<\/p>\n

An authentic experience you\u2019ll never forget is a night sleeping in a temple, adopting the lifestyle of a Buddhist monk. Many of Korea\u2019s temples offer overnight stays which are an awesome opportunity to learn about Buddhist history and culture. These usually involve sunrise meditation, communal work, vegan food, 108 prostrations (a Buddhist bowing ritual) and a night in a dorm, where you\u2019ll feel right at home.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re in Busan on a Saturday night, head to Gwangalli beach for one of the coolest shows you\u2019ll ever see. Each week at this time, people gather on the sand to watch a futuristic drone show above the ocean, with themes ranging from Greek mythology to \u2018save the polar bears\u2019. The show is spectacular and totally free \u2013 just bring a beach mat and a few beers and you\u2019ll be chatting to your neighbours in no time.<\/p>\n

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Best hostels in Korea for solo travellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Korea has heaps of hostels that are perfect for solo travellers, so here are just a few of my picks. In Seoul, Time Travelers Party Hostel<\/a> in cool Hongdae is a contender for the most social. They arrange a meeting every night in their basement for solo travellers to drink and hang out before heading out to the best clubs, hand-picked by their expert staff. If international Itaewon is more your scene, G Guest House<\/a> holds Korean BBQ nights on its rooftop that overlooks one of Korea\u2019s most buzzing neighbourhoods.<\/p>\n

In Busan, Kimchee Guesthouse has spots in both Haeundae<\/a> and Seomyeon<\/a>, so whether you’re into beach bars or hardcore clubbing, you’ll be close to the action. Bond with your new dorm-mates over games of beer pong and flip cup before heading out to enjoy Busan\u2019s incredible nightlife.<\/p>\n

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Best places to eat in Korea for solo travellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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To be honest, the most difficult thing for me when solo travelling in Korea is finding places to eat alone. Korean food culture is all about sharing, and some restaurants won\u2019t accept a party of one. You\u2019ll always be okay in a western style place, but they can be expensive and you didn\u2019t come to Korea to eat pizza and pasta!<\/p>\n

My top tip is to visit local markets \u2013 here you can sample all kinds of Korean food in smaller portions, without the pitying gaze of restaurant staff watching over you. In my experience, the old Korean women who own the stalls are so excited to feed an international guest that they usually throw in freebies and make a big effort to chat through the language barrier. Seoul has several options, but I recommend starting at Gwangjang Market \u2013 it’s easy to navigate and not intimidating. The food street at Namdaemun Market, Korea\u2019s oldest traditional market, is awesome too. Outside of the markets, Seoul also has amazing street food that you can grab on the go. The best spots are in Myeong-dong and Hongdae!<\/p>\n

Busan\u2019s street food hotspot is in the BIFF square area of Nampo-dong, where the streets are filled with vendors selling all kinds of delicious food. Haeundae also has a cute street market, with pretty photo spots and an emphasis on seafood.<\/p>\n

Even smaller cities tend to have food markets. Gyeongju\u2019s Jungang Market has a super local feel, and it\u2019s normal to bring your own beer or soju to enjoy while you eat. If you can\u2019t find street food, there are some Korean dishes that are suited to solo diners. Bibimbap is the most popular, a healthy combo of rice, beef, lots of veggies, egg and spicy sauce that you should mix together. Also try gimbap (seaweed rice rolls), jeon (Korean pancakes) and naengmyeon (noodles in ice cold soup). If you want to sample the likes of Korean BBQ, you\u2019ll just have to round up some hostel mates!<\/p>\n

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I hope this guide to solo travelling in Korea has you ready to take the plunge and book that flight! I promise you won\u2019t regret it. Let us know what you discover on your adventure!<\/h4>\n

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Download the Hostelworld app to start meeting people from the moment you book<\/h3>\n

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