Doo-baki guest house

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Serves all floors, but some stairs-only sections in the historic annex

Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local papers, some rooms have historic building quirks such as wooden floors

Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop from 09:00, late check-out until 12:00 (KRW 10,000 fee after 12:00)

Available 24/7 for KRW 2,000 per day

Step-free access, wheelchair entries, some rooms have limited space due to historic building constraints

On-site parking available for KRW 5,000 per night, nearest public car park is Gyeongju Bus Terminal Parking Lot (KRW 3,000 per night), no EV charging available

노서리 고분군 — 141 m · ~2 min walk

금관총 — 250 m · ~3 min walk

Nearest — 781 m · ~10 min walk

7-eleven — 88 m · ~1 min walk

경주고속버스터미널 — 568 m · ~7 min walk

South Korean Won, KRW

You can exchange currency at banks, post offices, or currency exchange bureaux at the airport; avoid exchanging at airports or tourist areas, as rates are often poor. You can also use ATMs with a fee to withdraw KRW directly from your account.

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Gyeongju, especially at larger restaurants, cafes, and shops; contactless payments and mobile payments like T-money are also accepted

Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1,000-2,000 KRW is considered polite for good service

You can find a cup of coffee for around 1,500-2,000 KRW at a local convenience store or a street vendor.

A bowl of naengmyeon (cold noodle soup) at a street stall costs around 3,000-5,000 KRW.

You can get a filling dinner at a local restaurant for around 8,000-12,000 KRW, including a main course and side dishes.

Gyeongju's street food scene is concentrated around the city's main streets, such as Hwangbok-ro and Anapji-ro, where you can find vendors selling everything from hotteok (sweet pancakes) to bungeo-ppang (fish-shaped pastry).

Local convenience stores like CU, 7-Eleven, and GS25 are common in Gyeongju, offering a range of basic groceries and household items.

You can find affordable clothing at local markets like the Gyeongju Traditional Market, which sells traditional Korean clothing and souvenirs.

A one-day bus pass costs around 2,500 KRW; from the airport, take bus 600 to Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal (around 5,000 KRW) and then transfer to another bus to reach your destination.

Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, which can be expensive; instead, try local eateries or street food stalls.Consider purchasing a T-money card for convenient travel on public transportation.Use local convenience stores for basic groceries and household items, which are often cheaper than supermarkets.