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Overview
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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Best Things to Do
The top spots in Seoul transport visitors from ancient palaces all the way up to the latest K-Pop sensations, with serene temples for day and neon nights.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Find the ideal time for your visit to Seoul, the exciting South Korean capital, with this seasonal guide.
Read articleThings to Know
These tips will show you the most important things to know when you're visting Seoul, from transportation to etiquette.
Read articleTransportation
From buses and bicycles to taxis and trains and your own two feet, read on for a guide to all the ways to get around Seoul.
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.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
Connect with the dynamic South Korean capital away from the bustle of business in the vibrant neighborhoods where its residents live, eat and unwind.
Read articleDay Trips
So over Seoul? Delve deeper into South Korea's history and culture with these day trips from the capital.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Stretch your budget in Seoul with these top money-saving tips and a guide to daily costs.
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