The Seoul Guide
Plan Your Trip to Seoul
Seoul is a modern capital with royal palaces, traditional markets, and centuries of history. Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been before, The Seoul Guide helps you find things to do, places to eat, and practical information for your trip.
See Seoul in One Day
Follow a practical sightseeing route through Gyeongbokgung Palace, Samcheong-dong, Insa-dong, Cheonggyecheon, and Myeong-dong.
Things to Do in Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Explore royal courtyards, the grand throne hall, and waterside pavilions at Seoul’s main Joseon palace. The guide covers what to see, admission, and how to get there.
N Seoul Tower
A Seoul landmark above Namsan, with panoramic views across the city and its surrounding mountains.
Changdeokgung Palace
Royal halls and courtyards lead toward the wooded Huwon Secret Garden at this Joseon palace.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Traditional hanok homes line the hillside lanes of this residential neighborhood between the royal palaces.
Namdaemun Market
Market lanes packed with Korean souvenirs, everyday goods, and food stalls, with plenty to browse and taste.
Seoul Neighborhoods
Myeong-dong
Cosmetics shops, fashion stores, and street food make this a lively stop for shopping and snacks.
Insa-dong
Explore craft shops and galleries, then find a traditional teahouse in the narrow back lanes.
Samcheong-dong
Traditional hanok, art galleries, and cafés line streets near Gyeongbokgung Palace. A good area for a leisurely wander.
Hongdae
Indie music, street art, cafés, and nightlife give this university neighborhood its creative energy.
What to Eat in Seoul
From barbecue and banchan to fish and seafood, get to know Korean dishes and find places to eat in Seoul.
Try bibimbap for rice and vegetables, samgyeopsal for grilled pork belly, or hotteok for a sweet snack.
Day Trips from Seoul
Walk Suwon’s fortress walls or head into the mountains. Find ideas for a day of exploring beyond central Seoul.