Monday, January 20, 2025 On January 20, South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), revealed the much-anticipated Top 100 Korean Tourism Attractions list for 2025-26. This annual biennial ranking, now in its seventh edition, showcases the nation’s most sought-after tourist destinations, spotlighting both cultural and natural attractions. A Mix of Cultural and Natural Wonders The new list includes a total of 100 locations, with 61 focused on cultural tourism and 39 dedicated to nature and ecotourism.
The cultural attractions span historical landmarks, architectural wonders, and leisure facilities, while the natural sites offer experiences with Korea’s forests, beaches, and wetlands. The diversity in the list reflects a wide range of experiences that cater to both history enthusiasts and nature lovers. Regional Highlights and New Additions The Greater Seoul area remains the dominant region in the rankings, boasting 22 of the top 100 attractions.
This is followed by Gyeongsang-do with 28, Jeolla-do with 18, and Gangwon-do with 11 attractions. Additionally, Jeju Island, a popular tourist destination in South Korea, contributes six sites to the list. The inclusion of regional hotspots underscores South Korea’s commitment to diversifying its tourist offerings, highlighting the unique attractions each region has to offer.
Notably, 27 new places have been added to the list for the 2025-26 period, reflecti.
