Foreign tourist arrivals in South Korea rose 21.1 percent in September 2026 compared to the same month last year, reaching 2.06 million visitors, according to data reported by Yonhap News Agency.
The increase reflects growing tourism demand in South Korea. Foreign tourists dressed like kings of the Joseon Dynasty were seen walking toward Gyeongbok Palace in Seoul on October 28, 2026, illustrating cultural tourism activities in the capital.
