Suwon

Suwon is the name that finishes our list of the best places to visit in South Korea. Suwon is the capital of Gyeonggi Province and is about 30 kilometers (20 miles) from Seoul. It is easily accessible by vehicle or train from Seoul, yet it is frequently overlooked by tourists.

If you go to Suwon, you will be able to view the World Cup Stadium, often known as "Big Bird", which hosted the 2002 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals. If soccer is not your hobby, you can choose to visit the famous 18th-century Hwaseong Fortress, where you can tour the architecture and even try your hand at archery. Other top attractions in Suwon include the Samsung Innovation Museum, Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, and so on.

Place: Suwon
Best time to visit: May and October

Some of the best Suwon attractions are:

• Hwaseong Fortress
• Samsung Innovation Museum
• Hwaseong Haenggung Palace
• Hwahongmun Gate
• Suwon World Cup Stadium