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Gyeongbokgung Palace ©
History Museum
Gyeongbokgung Palace , Seoul
4.5
Dating back to 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace served as the residence of the Joseon dynasty rulers, their households, and governments. Though muc
Tours from £6
N Seoul Tower ©
Observation Deck
N Seoul Tower , Seoul
4.2
Ride the elevator to the top levels of N Seoul Tower, a broadcast and observation tower. Serving as South Korea's first general radio broadca
Tours from £6
Changdeokgung Palace ©
World heritage site · Garden
Changdeokgung Palace , Seoul
4.5
Listed as a World Heritage Site, Changdeokgung Palace represents the main palace of Joseon Dynasty's kings, which shelters lotus ponds, pavil
Tours from £7
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Korean DMZ Half-Day Tour from Seoul - No shopping
4.6
Duration: 6 hours
This half-day tour will take you to the Korean DMZ that is located about an hour away from Seoul. You will see the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, the DMZ Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory, the Dorasan Station (not available temporarily) and pass the Unification Village on the way back to Seoul. It will be an educational experience to learn about the Korean War and its history.
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Bukchon Hanok Village ©
Neighborhood
Bukchon Hanok Village , Seoul
4.2
Explore a 600-year-old urban area composed of traditional Korean houses at Bukchon Hanok Village. Constructed during the reign of the Joseon
Tours from £15
Namsan Park ©
Garden
Namsan Park , Seoul
4.5
Enjoy some fresh air at the mountaintop Namsan Park, one of the city's most popular areas for strolling, picnicking, and relaxing. Make your
Tours from £5

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Seoul

4.2
Shopping · History Museums · Observation Decks
Things to do in Seoul allow you to discover many of the city's charms, including five World Heritage Sites. Start by taking in the sweeping panorama of Seoul from the roof terrace of N Seoul Tower. Dating back to the 14th century, Gyeongbokgung Palace is an expansive complex that provides a glimpse into the private quarters of the Joseon dynasty rulers and encompasses National Folk Museum. For some retail therapy, visit high fashion houses and department stores on Myeongdong Shopping Street. When you get tired of sightseeing, take a relaxing stroll through the capital's only natural reserve, Bukhansan National Park.

Shopping in Seoul

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Myeongdong Shopping Street ©
Shopping
Myeongdong Shopping Street
4.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Namdaemun Market ©
Shopping
Namdaemun Market
3.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
Kwangjang Market ©
Flea Market
Kwangjang Market
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Dongdaemun Market ©
Shopping
Dongdaemun Market
2.6
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Seoul

Jongmyo Shrine ©
World heritage site
Jongmyo Shrine
4.2
Duration: 2h 30 min
Deoksugung ©
Architectural Building
Deoksugung
4.3
Duration: 1 hour
Bukhansan National Park ©
National Park
Bukhansan National Park
4.7
Duration: 8 hours
Banpo Hangang Park ©
Park
Banpo Hangang Park
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Seoul

DMZ Haemaru Village ©
Historic Site
DMZ Haemaru Village
Paju
4.3
Duration: 5 hours
Nami Island ©
Island
Nami Island
Chuncheon
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
Hwaseong Fortress ©
World heritage site
Hwaseong Fortress
Suwon
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
Everland ©
Theme Park
Everland
Yongin
4.3
Duration: 3h 30 min

Museums in Seoul

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National Museum of Korea ©
History Museum
National Museum of Korea
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
National Folk Museum of Korea ©
Art Museum
National Folk Museum of Korea
4.4
Duration: 1 hour
The War Memorial of Korea ©
Military Museum
The War Memorial of Korea
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
Seoul Arts Center ©
Art Museum
Seoul Arts Center
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min

Historic Sites in Seoul

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Dongdaemun Gate (Heunginjimun) ©
Historic Site
Dongdaemun Gate (Heunginjimun)
3.2
Duration: 2h 30 min
Namsangol Hanok Village ©
Historic Site
Namsangol Hanok Village
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
Bongeunsa Temple ©
Religious Site
Bongeunsa Temple
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
Gyeonghuigung Palace ©
Historic Site
Gyeonghuigung Palace
3.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

Stevong Travel Korea ©
Food Tour
Stevong Travel Korea
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Namsan Park ©
Garden
Namsan Park
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Insadong ©
Neighborhood
Insadong
4.1
Duration: 3 hours
Cheonggyecheon Stream ©
Water Body
Cheonggyecheon Stream
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

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Gyeongbokgung Palace ©
The Seoul metropolitan area has two districts especially appealing to backpackers--Jongno just northeast of the city, and Hongdae to the west. Both offer good shopping and dining, as well as easy transport links to the rest of the city. Mid-range options may prove difficult to find in peak season (July to August), unless you don't mind staying at a traditional hanok guesthouse, where loads of character make up for any lack of amenities. Finally, a range of top-end hotels with an impressive list of services and facilities lie scattered around the city.
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