This is the telephone area code for Gyeongju, the historic capital of the Silla Dynasty. It is a major cultural center in North Gyeongsang Province, housing numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites.
How to Call Gyeongju from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 82 (South Korea country code)
- Dial the area code (54 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number
Example: Calling Gyeongju from Australia
0011 82 54 123 4567
Where:
0011 = Australia exit code
82 = South Korea country code
54 = Gyeongju area code (054 without the 0)
123 4567 = Local Gyeongju phone number
Quick Facts
Gyeongju Area Code Coverage
The 54 area code covers Gyeongju City and the wider Gyeongsangbuk-do region:
Bulguksa Temple
The mountain district containing Gyeongju's most famous Buddhist temple and Seokguram Grotto
Bomun Lake Resort
The major tourism and convention district, featuring high-end hotels and amusement parks
Hwangnam-dong
The historic core featuring the Daereungwon Tomb Complex and the trendy Hwanglidan-gil area
Gyeongju Station
The urban transport hub for KTX/SRT services (Singyeongju) and central city administration
Gyeongsangbuk-do
Also serves Pohang, Gumi, Andong, and Gyeongsan
Major South Korea Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling South Korea
When calling Gyeongju from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
United Kingdom
00
Australia
0011
Japan
010
China
00
Canada
011