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Seoul
Fashion- and technology-forward but also deeply traditional, this dynamic city mashes up palaces, temples, cutting-edge design and mountain trails, all to a nonstop K-Pop beat.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Myeong-dong & Jung-gu
One of Seoul's five grand palaces built during the Joseon dynasty, Deoksugung (meaning Palace of Virtuous Longevity) is the only one you can visit in the…
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
This vast and imposing concrete slab of a museum takes visitors on a fascinating journey through Korea's past from prehistory all the way to the Korean…
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
This large and pleasant park was the focus of the 1988 Olympics. Strolling its paths takes you past its stadiums surrounded by plenty of greenery, ponds…
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
This huge museum documents the history of the Korean War (1950–53) using multimedia exhibits and black-and-white documentary footage, along with artefacts…
Gangnam & Southern Seoul
Located in the heart of ritzy Gangnam, the shrines and halls of the Buddhist temple Bongeun-sa, with its tree-filled hillside location, stand in direct…
Myeong-dong & Jung-gu
Located in a park at the foot of Namsan, this peaceful village is a wonderful spot to encounter traditional Korean culture. It features five differing…
Seoul
Providing terrific photo opportunities, Korea's largest fish market supplies every kind of aquatic life form to restaurants, fish shops and the general…
Myeong-dong & Jung-gu
You could spend all day in this swarming night-and-day market and not see it at all. The largest market in Korea, each section has hundreds of stalls,…
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Things to Know
If you’re planning a trip to Seoul, follow these solid tips to guide you through everything you need to know, from etiquette to transportation.
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Get to know exciting Seoul by exploring the South Korean capital’s neighborhoods, from happening hot spots to quiet backstreets.
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So over Seoul? Delve deeper into South Korea's history and culture with these day trips from the capital.
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Stretch your budget in Seoul with these top money-saving tips and a guide to daily costs.
Read articleTransportation
Make the most of Seoul's incredible public transport but don't miss out exploring on foot.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Visiting Seoul on a budget? These temples, parks and viewpoints offer the best of the South Korean capital – for free.
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