Gyeongju is a wonderful place for leisurely walking and exploring. Here is a suggested walking tour route to visit the major attractions in downtown Gyeongju.
The Hwangnyongsa Maru-gil, from Bunhwangsa Temple to Woljeonggyo Bridge, is a path where you can feel the essence of the old city. It offers a pleasant walking distance of approximately 2km, leading you to various significant cultural heritage sites. I hope you have the opportunity to experience this walking trail. Along the way, you will encounter Bunhwangsa Temple, Hwangnyongsa Temple Site, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, and the National Museum before reaching Woljeonggyo Bridge.
Embrace the beauty of all four seasons on the Hwangnyongsa Maru-gil, a scenic walking path.
Downtown area along Hwangryongsa Maru-gil
A walking tour course at a glance
Taking a leisurely stroll along the Hwangnyongsa Maru-gil
A walking tour from Bunhwangsa Temple to Woljeonggyo Bridge in the downtown area
Hwangnyongsa Maru-gil Walking Tour Course
- Itinerary Difficulty: :The entire course consists of flat roads.
- Itinerary Length and Duration :Approximately 2km one-way / Around 3 hours, including sightseeing time.
- Itinerary Starting Point :Bunhwangsa Temple
- Itinerary Route :Bunhwangsa Temple → Hwangnyongsa Temple Site → Hwangnyongsa Temple Site, Hwangnyongsa Museum → Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond → Gyeongju National Museum → Woljeonggyo Bridge
Hwangnyongsa Temple Site, Hwangnyongsa Museum
- This place exhibits the research achievements and excavated artifacts of Hwangnyongsa Temple.
- You can watch a 3D video depicting the establishment and disappearance process of Hwangnyongsa Temple.
- The 1/10 scale replica of the Nine-story wooden pagoda at Hwangnyongsa Temple Site is a must-see attraction.
- The beautiful bridge, Woljeongyo, is the final stop of the Hwangnyongsa Maru-gil.
- As you cross the stone bridge over Namcheon Stream, capture the reflection of the bridge on the river.
- It's also a great opportunity to explore the nearby Gyochon Village, Gyeongju Hyanggyo (Confucian Academy), and its surroundings.




