The 11 Best South Korea Shows

1.NANTA Show Ticket in Myeongdong or Hongdae Theater

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,049 reviews Our pick

See NANTA at the Myeongdong or Hongdae Theater, where four energetic performers race to prepare ten wedding dishes in one hour. Expect Samulnori rhythms, slapstick comedy, knife skills, physical theater, and audience participation. The 90-minute show works well for families and international visitors.

“It was really funny. We loved it so much. I got shocked by the energy that they had. Amazing show”

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2.The Painters Live Art K-pop Dance Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 708 reviews · 1h 15m · from $24

Watch four to eight K-pop-style performers create paintings live through dance, comedy, media art, and clever visual tricks. The 75-minute show includes works inspired by Michelangelo, Van Gogh, and Klimt, plus audience interaction, a Lotte Mart voucher, and possible photo opportunities afterward.

“The show was amazing. The cast was extremely talented. The guys were artists, dancers, and actors. This was the best performance art I have experienced. It was one of the best parts of my trip. I highly recommend it.”

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3.TOUCH FIVE Performance Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 231 reviews · 1 day · from $70

Touch Five is a 70-minute, 19-plus performance in Hongdae created for women. Expect athletic dance, aerial work, comedy, music, sensual routines, and audience interaction in a polished theater setting. Seating is assigned randomly, and VVIP tickets offer the closest involvement.

“Fantastic, next time I’m coming back and getting VIP. It was so much fun, solo or with friends you will have so much fun!”

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4.Jeju: Eastern UNESCO Sites Tour with Haenyeo Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 217 reviews · 9 hours · from $55

Spend nine hours touring eastern Jeju with an English-speaking guide such as Jina, Ruby, Han, or Daicy. Visit Hamdeok Beach, the Haenyeo Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Seopjikoji, and Seongeup Folk Village, with a haenyeo performance and free time for lunch.

“Great excursion to see the eastern side of Jeju. Jina, our tour guide, was well organized. The backstories she provided on the places we went made them more memorable and insightful. Our driver also made sure that we are safe on our travels and on time.”

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5.Jeju Eastern Highlight Tour with Women divers show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 51 reviews · from $51

Spend 10 hours exploring eastern Jeju with an English-speaking guide such as Jessica or Mr Kim. Visit Hamdeok Beach, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Seopjikoji, Seongeup Folk Village, and Saryeoni Forest, with a 2 pm haenyeo women divers show included in the day.

“The sights we saw on the journey were incredible It was just the right amount of time at each spot. We also had a clear sunny day that added to the great experience I had a flight to catch post the tour and the guide was kind enough to drop me directly to the hotel as the tour finish time was running late”

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6.Jeju East: Small Group Healing Tour w/Woman Divers Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 8 hours · from $105Top rated

Spend eight hours exploring eastern Jeju with an English-speaking guide such as June, Angelo, or Lina. Visit Hamdeok Beach, Bijarim Forest, Seongsan Ilchulbong, and Seopjikoji, then meet haenyeo women and finish with citrus treats. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Your island is just wonderful. We have a great day with Lina. The programm was good for one day and to discover a lot a thinks. We recommand this excursion … thank’s June for the organisation”

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7.LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · 5 hours · from $41

Meet your drag queen host at Life in Haebangchon, then visit Social Haven and Rabbithole Arcade Pub with a group of up to 10. Expect three complimentary drinks, skip-the-line access, multilingual guidance, and a drag performance when the evening schedule allows.

“I definitely expected to go to some of the top drag bars in Seoul, which I'd heard so much about. This evening's show seemeed to get mostly queer expats though, as opposed to Koreans. That being said, our host was really sweet and the vibes were fun.”

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8.Showflix Korean Musical Pub

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6 reviews · 1 day · from $17Best value

At Showflix in Seoul, you get an entrance ticket, a glass of wine, live musical performances, and interactive entertainment. Local performers sing, dance, joke, and improvise around the pub setting. Bring valid ID, budget for a main dish, and expect limited seating time when the room is full.

“What fun!!! And some beautiful voices the waitstaff have! Fun concept!”

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9.Musical Hunky Show Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day · from $34

Spend 90 minutes at Star Stage in Seoul’s Jongno district with the all-male Hunky Show cast, a playful musical built around bartenders, comedy, sensual dancing, and audience interaction. English, Chinese, and Japanese subtitles help you follow the story, while VIP seating offers a closer view.

“Ga voor het dansen en lachen want het verhaal van de cabaret is enkel te lezen links in de zaal. wel leuk, mooie jongens met alleen de overhemden die uitgaan.”

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10.The Painter Show with Nami Island or Alpaca World

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $77

You’ll ride a shared four-seat rail bike, stroll through Petite France and Italian Village, then choose Nami Island or Alpaca World before watching The Painters in Seoul. English, Chinese, and Korean guides lead this 12-hour outing, with transport, admissions, and the show ticket included.

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11.Le Space Art Museum, Hanok, Inner Zoo (+Nanta Show)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $140

Spend a full day with an English or Chinese-speaking guide visiting Le Space Inspire’s digital art halls, Zoorarium’s indoor animals, and Eunpyeong Hanok Village. Guides such as Bill Hwang and July add historical context. You can also attend Nanta in Myeongdong after the tour, but arrange your own transfer.

“Hello, we had a very nice Tour with our Guide July. She gave us so much insight into the history of korea. Very informative and we can absoluty recommend this Event. Cheers and thanks again.”

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