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The 14 Best Cable Car Rides in South Korea

14 tours  ·  from $31

Up to the Seoraksan ridge, out over Haeundae on a glass floor, or across the old front line north of Seoul. These 14 compare the ride length, the view at the top and whether the ticket is worth buying ahead, each priced.

Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge) - Meeting in Seoul and riding north
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Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)

1.Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,396 reviews · from $35Our pick

Spend about 7.5 hours visiting the DMZ, Imjingak Peace Park, the Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory, and a Korean War suspension bridge. You’ll ride the Paju Peace Gondola, cross military checkpoints, and hear clear historical commentary from guides such as Nancy, Emily, Diane, and Alex. Expect an early start, a full schedule, walking, and no hotel drop-off.

“An opportunity to see on of the most unique places on earth with the most passionate, knowledgeable, and energising tour guide, Nancy! We enjoyed getting to see around and in the DMZ (looking into the North Korean side as well) even on a rainier day, and getting our steps in the walk up to the hanging bridge, and down into the tunnel with Nancy's encouragement! Nancy was also incredibly helpful highlighting for us shopping options for some truly unique souvenirs and gifts. Team Nancy for Life!”

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DMZ Guided Tour with Suspension Bridge / Gondola from Seoul - Walking the DMZ itself
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DMZ Guided Tour with Suspension Bridge / Gondola from Seoul

2.DMZ Guided Tour with Suspension Bridge / Gondola from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 876 reviews · from $35

Travel from Seoul in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Roy, or Ki. Visit the DMZ, the Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory, and Dorasan Station from Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday switching to the Second Tunnel route. Add a gondola or Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge for views and extra walking.

“Great tour and a very different experience! Our guide April was very knowledgeable and friendly. Could see into North Korea as it was a bit rainy but otherwise a great day!”

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Seoul: DMZ Guided Tour with Suspension Bridge and Gondola - The gondola offers a different view of the border
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Seoul: DMZ Guided Tour with Suspension Bridge and Gondola

3.DMZ Guided Tour with Suspension Bridge and Gondola

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 553 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $48

Spend 7 to 9 hours exploring the Korean DMZ from Seoul with an English-speaking guide such as Roy, Patrick, Sean Kim, or Ki. Visit the 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory, Imjingak, and Unification Village, with optional gondola and suspension bridge stops. Bring your passport and expect a full, tightly timed day.

“We had a wonderful time on the tour!! Our guide, Sean Kim, was fantastic! He was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned a great deal!! Our group got merged with another group and we ended up with a very large crowd. Surprisingly, it worked out well but I would have preferred our smaller group. I would still highly recommend this tour and any other led by Mr. Kim!!”

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DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola

4.DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 319 reviews · from $45

Spend 7 to 11 hours exploring Korea’s tense border zone with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Roy, or April. Visit Imjingak, the 3rd or 2nd Tunnel, Dora Observatory or Peace Observatory, and Unification Village. Add a gondola ride, suspension bridge, or North Korean defector lecture when available.

“The experience overall is great. A bit crunch on time so don't be late at any stop of the tour. I took the cable car tour, but I didn't have the chance to explore the whole place, could only do either the observatory, or the camp base. Becaúe I chose the cable car, I couldn't explore the whole Imjingak, which a bit let down for me. So, if you're into history then skip the cable car and explore the Imjingak; if you're into the experience of crossing the CCL then choose the cable car and go straight to the base camp. And a shout out to our guide Roy did…”

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Busan Coastal Charm & Culture: Gamcheon Village & opt Sky Capsule - Oryukdo Skywalk, a short stop with a big view
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Busan Coastal Charm & Culture: Gamcheon Village & opt Sky Capsule

5.Busan Coastal Charm & Culture: Gamcheon Village & opt Sky Capsule

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 255 reviews · from $30Best value

See four of Busan’s best-known sights in one full day, with round-trip transport, local guides, and optional pre-booked Sky Capsule tickets. Guides such as Sol, Lucy, Song, Bobby Kim, and Brian are praised for clear directions and local tips. Expect scenic rides, steep village streets, photo stops, and lunch at your own cost.

“The places are far between so taking a tour is worth it to visit all the Busan stops in one day. Sol was very nice and helpful to my mom. Would recommend this tour for anyone visiting!”

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Nami Island, Cable Car, Garden of Morning Calm Panoramic Tour - The Garden of Morning Calm is the quiet reward
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Nami Island, Cable Car, Garden of Morning Calm Panoramic Tour

6.Nami Island, Cable Car, Garden of Morning Calm Panoramic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · from $109

Spend about 8.5 hours beyond Seoul with a guide such as BK, Jeannie, Oliver, or Young-Mi, depending on the departure. Ride the Chuncheon Samaksan cable car, walk to a glass-floor observatory, explore Nami Island, and visit the Garden of Morning Calm. Transport, admission fees, and ferry tickets are included, but lunch is on your own.

“Outstanding day trip with host guide BK. Visited Nami Island, Samaksan Mountain cable car and observatory, and Garden of Morning Calm. BK was very knowledgeable, sharing Korean culture, history and his experience. A not to be missed experience. Highly recommended.”

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Busan: Small Group With Hotel Pickup, Sky Capsule, Local Guide - Haedong Yonggungsa, the temple beside the sea
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Busan: Small Group With Hotel Pickup, Sky Capsule, Local Guide

7.Small Group With Hotel Pickup, Sky Capsule, Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $72

See Busan’s coastal highlights in a small group of up to seven, with hotel or KTX Station pickup, an English or Chinese-speaking guide, the Haeundae Sky Capsule, Songdo Cable Car, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Jagalchi Market, BIFF Square, Gamcheon Village, and Amnam Park.

“It was a very good experience. The guide Henry is very polite and supportive. They have a big car 8-9 seater and we had a very comfortable and awesome journey. Their package contains all the necessary must-visit places in Busan. Henry had a very deep knowledge of South Korean history, he explains the places very well. It was a very great experience with Henry and his tour package. Thank you!!”

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Busan: Hidden Gem Geoje & Oedo Botania Island & Cable car - Leaving Busan in a seven-person van
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Busan: Hidden Gem Geoje & Oedo Botania Island & Cable car

8.Hidden Gem Geoje & Oedo Botania Island & Cable car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 44 reviews · 10 hours · from $101

Travel from Busan in a small group of up to seven with an English or Chinese-speaking guide. Cruise past Haegeumgang Lion Rock, walk through Oedo Botania’s flower gardens, visit Windy Hill, and ride Geoje Panorama Cable Car. Guides such as Leo, Zoe, Woo, and Brent are praised for clear explanations, photos, and thoughtful care.

“Our guide Leo was absolutely great. Great communication before the trip and a really friendly and helpful guy throughout the day. There were only six of us in the tour which was really enjoyable. The boat ride was a bit choppy which made it that bit more exciting. The view of the Lion’s Head Rock was awesome. However, the highlight of the trip was Oeda Botania. Absolutely stunning. We then went up to Windy Hill and the Windmill which although not that exciting the views were cool. We were a little unlucky with the cable car ride as it was cloudy at the top. However, all of a sudden it…”

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Busan's Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour - Haedong Yonggungsa Temple beside the waves
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Busan’s Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour

9.Busan’s Best: Sea Temples, Yacht Tour & Sky Capsule Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews · 510 minutes - 9 hours · from $89

Spend about nine hours seeing Busan by coach, Sky Capsule, and yacht. Visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, ride Haeundae’s glass capsule, enjoy time by Gwanganli Beach, and explore Gamcheon Culture Village with an English, Chinese, or Korean-speaking guide.

“The trip was really great, well organised. Our guide, Roy, told us about the history of the city and explained it very well. He answered all our questions and was really helpful and attentive. He gave us great advice for visiting the city! The yacht ride was lovely, we took a lot of pictures and it was peaceful! I highly recommend!”

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From Busan: Gyeongju Historical Day Tour with Sky Capsule - Bulguksa and the Silla world
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From Busan: Gyeongju Historical Day Tour with Sky Capsule

10.Gyeongju Historical Day Tour with Sky Capsule

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17 reviews · 11 - 13 hours · from $94

Travel from Busan to Gyeongju with an English, Chinese, or Korean-speaking guide. Ride the Haeundae Sky Capsule, visit Yonggungsa Temple and UNESCO-listed Bulguksa, walk among royal tombs and cafés, then see Donggung & Wolji at dusk. Lunch and dinner are not included, and the Sky Capsule may be shared.

“Tomi war ein informativer und sympathischer Guide. Zudem hatten wir an jedem Stopp genügend Zeit um diesen selber zu erkunden. Kann den Ausflug nur empfehlen.”

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Danyang Tour:Guinsa Temple & Bobaljae & Cheongpung Cable Car - Riding above Cheongpungho Lake
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Danyang Tour:Guinsa Temple & Bobaljae & Cheongpung Cable Car

11.Danyang Tour:Guinsa Temple & Bobaljae & Cheongpung Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $105

Travel from Seoul with an English or Chinese-speaking guide to Guinsa Temple, Bobaljae Observatory, and Cheongpung Hoban Cable Car. Expect temple architecture, free vegetarian temple food, mountain roads, autumn views, and a cable car ride above Cheongpungho Lake. Guides may include Yohan, Jun, Michael, Mario, Edward, or K.

“The tour was wonderful. We were a small group, which made the experience even better. We visited the temple and had the opportunity to eat like the monks. The cable car ride was also an unforgettable experience, offering beautiful views of the landscape. Our tour guides, Michael and Mario, were fantastic. They provided us with lots of interesting information.”

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Busan: Sky Capsule+ Huinnyeoul+ Gamcheon+ Songdo+ Night View - Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk and the port-city view
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Busan: Sky Capsule+ Huinnyeoul+ Gamcheon+ Songdo+ Night View

12.Sky Capsule+ Huinnyeoul+ Gamcheon+ Songdo+ Night View

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · from $77

Spend 11 hours touring Busan’s coast and hills with stops at Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk, Haeundae Blue Line Park, Huinnyeoul, Gamcheon, Songdo, and Democracy Park. English, Chinese, and Korean guides may include Bada Cho, Minsu, or Una. Transportation and attraction admissions are included, while meals are on your own.

“My a day trip was great. Me and my family enjoyed all the places in this itenary. Thanks & appreciate much our good & genuine tour guide Bada Cho. 👍”

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Seoul: Chungju Cruise, Cable Car & Cave Kayak Adventure Tour - Chungju Lake cruise, cliffs and wooded islands
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Seoul: Chungju Cruise, Cable Car & Cave Kayak Adventure Tour

13.Chungju Cruise, Cable Car & Cave Kayak Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $69

Leave Seoul for a full day in North Chungcheong Province. Cruise Chungju Lake, ride the Cheongpung Cable Car, and paddle through Hwalok Cave. English, Chinese, and Korean tour staff accompany you, with guides such as Ron praised for keeping the day running smoothly. Lunch is separate, and the cave is cool at about 14°C.

“Excursion to do on a sunny day. Plan for a 2-hour drive there. Nice view from the cable car. The area is really wooded and mountainous. The lake cruise lasts about 20 minutes, and the commentary is all in Korean! Lunch isn't included. The cave, a former quarry, is worth seeing because it's well laid out and lit up. The canoe ride, besides being original, is a total breeze. You'll be paddling on a small body of water that's been artificially created at the bottom of the quarry. Just a heads up, it's not warm, around 14°C, and the ride lasts at least an hour. Bring something to cover your…”

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From Seoul: Seoraksan Mountain with Cable Car- Shuttle Bus - Sinheungsa Temple and the bronze Buddha
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From Seoul: Seoraksan Mountain with Cable Car- Shuttle Bus

14.Seoraksan Mountain with Cable Car- Shuttle Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 6 reviews · from $67

Travel from Seoul to Seoraksan National Park by air-conditioned shuttle, visit Sinheungsa Temple and its 14-meter bronze Buddha, then ride the cable car toward Gwongeumseong Fortress. An English, Chinese, or Korean-speaking guide leads the visit. Autumn color is a major draw, but wind, weather, and traffic can affect the day.

“Unfortunately, the tour did not take place as described. We drove back two hours earlier than stated. This meant we didn't have enough time for hiking. The reason given was that it was Friday and there was a lot of traffic in Seoul. Unfortunately, the tour was a real rush. What a shame considering the beautiful surroundings.”

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