Seoul
Seoul runs along the Han river between mountains, with Joseon-era palaces in the old centre and glass districts around them. Neighbourhoods differ sharply: Bukchon keeps traditional hanok houses, Hongdae is student nightlife, Gangnam is corporate and retail. The subway reaches everything, and the city's hiking trails start inside the ring road.
How long to stay
April to early June and September to November.
Typical daily budget
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Best time to go
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Is Seoul right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Seoul is known for.
Great for
- History & culture
- Food
- Nightlife
- Solo
Less of a focus
- Nature
- Family
- Couples
- Budget friendly
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Top things to do
Bukchon Hanok Village
Free entry · VerifiedSeoul
A residential hillside of traditional tile-roofed hanok houses between two palaces, still lived in, with lanes looking down over the old city.
Bukhansan National Park
Free entry · Paid extras availableSeoul
A granite mountain park on Seoul's northern edge, reachable by subway, with ridge trails, temples and summit scrambles above the city.
Gwangjang Market
Free entry · VerifiedSeoul
A covered market of food stalls serving bindaetteok mung bean pancakes, raw beef tartare and knife-cut noodles at shared counters.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Entrance ₩3,000 · VerifiedSeoul
The main Joseon dynasty palace of 1395, rebuilt after wartime destruction, with a throne hall, pavilion pond and a guard-changing ceremony at the main gate.
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Popular activities
Hanbok palace visit
Rented traditional dress and a walk through the palace grounds.
Korean barbecue and market crawl
Evening eating route through market stalls and a grill restaurant.