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Gyodong Dawon: popular traditional teahouse in Jeonju
Gyodong Dawon will certainly be my go-to if I need somewhere reliable in Jeonju Hanok Village for my afternoon tea.
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Best 1-day trips to take outside of Seoul (tried & loved!)
In this guide, I share some of my best 1-day trips from Seoul. This includes how to get there, what to see & tips to make the most out of it!
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Jeonju Hanok Village: what to do in the International Slow City
Although hanok villages are a must-visit in Korea, there is no lack of villages in Seoul itself. However, every city’s village has its own special story, and Jeonju Hanok Village is no exception. It’s also been designated as an International Slow City in 2010 ‘in recognition of its relaxed pace of life where traditional culture and nature blend…
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Best places to eat bibimbap in Jeonju
Here are some of the best places to eat bibimbap in Jeonju, including top customer favourites and some underrated restaurants!
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Jeonjuhyanggyo Local Confucian School: popular historical filming site
Looking for something to do outside of Jeonju Hanok Village? The Jeonjuhanggyo Local Confucian School is the place you need to visit.
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Ireuri Cafe: Insta-worthy café in Jeonju Hanok Village
It was very crowded when we got there. I’m guessing it’s partly due to the high rating on Naver Maps (4.46 stars from almost 11k visitors!).
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Top 8 things to do in Jeonju (tried & tested!)
I’ve frequented Jeonju quite a few times, probably even more so than any other Korean cities. I sometimes make a day trip via KTX and hence my friends wonder: is this city REALLY worth your time and money? The short answer is yes. The long answer is yes, if you know the right things to…
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Jaman Mural Village: colourful revitalised village in Jeonju
Jaman Mural Village used to be Jeonju’s ‘poor hillside village’. However, murals by local artists has transformed it into an attraction.
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Bukyungdang Hanok Guesthouse: traditional Jeonju lodging with friendly hosts
If you’re visiting Jeonju, the city well-known for its Hanok Village, it is almost a given that you should stay over at one of the numerous traditional guesthouses near Jeonju Hanok Village or surrounding it.
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Hasukyeong Gamasot Bibimbap: unique bibimbap in Jeonju
It’s been a while since I updated my Korea travel blog! This is partly due to my other life commitments, and partly because COVID struck and travel became uncertain. NOTE: I visited Hasukyeoeng Gamasot Bibimbap back in 2019 so some things may have changed. However I’ve done a quick check online and this restaurant is…