See Korea in a new light with this Lonely Planet Experience guide, featuring insider tips from our team of travel experts so you can create your dream itinerary.

Korea is a playground for adventurers and beyond must-see sights like Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gamcheon Culture Village there are unique corners, epic views and unexpected spaces waiting to dazzle you. Our on-the-ground experts have slurped noodles along Damyang's Guksu Geori, wandered through Jeju's oldest wooden building, and explored the evergreen islands of the Shinan Archipelago. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Experience Korea travel guide. Our Experience format reveals exciting new ways to explore iconic destinations so you can plan the ultimate adventure, including:

• Easy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries to help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interests
• Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Korea
• Connect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from the revival of hanok architecture to Seoul's cultural reinvention
• Practical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to pack
• Covers: Seoul & Around, Gangwon-do, Gyeongsang-do, Jeolla-do, Jeju-do, Chungcheong-do, North Korea: The Final Frontier

Match your interests with one-of-a-kind adventures and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Korea.