Buddhist Temple Stays and Meditation in South Korea

There are 5 Buddhist monasteries and meditation temples in South Korea in our directory that welcome English speakers, across Insight and Zen traditions. Many offer free or donation-based (dana) teachings and retreats; check each temple's website for dates and guidelines.

Insight (vipassana) temples

Dhamma Korea Vipassana CentreJinan-gun, Jeollabuk-do · Insight (S. N. Goenka, 10-day courses)

Zen, Chan and Seon

Hwagyesa (Seoul International Zen Center)Seoul · Korean Seon (Kwan Um)
Jogyesa TempleSeoul · Korean Seon (Jogye Order)
MusangsaGyeryongsan · Korean Seon
TemplestayTemples nationwide · Korean Seon

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Questions people ask

Can beginners visit a Buddhist monastery in South Korea?

Yes. Most monasteries and meditation temples in South Korea welcome beginners for talks, group sittings or retreats. Contact the temple first and follow its guidelines.

Do Buddhist retreats cost money?

Many monasteries run on donations (dana) and ask nothing fixed. Lay-run retreat centres usually charge for food and lodging, often with a sliding scale.