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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
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N Seoul Tower ©
Lookout
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
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Changdeokgung Palace ©
World heritage site · Architectural Building
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
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Insadong ©
Neighborhood
Insadong , Seoul
4.1
Once the prime district to find antiques and ancient art, Insadong remains at the heart of Seoul's cafe culture. The main street, which the m
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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

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Seoul

4.2
Shopping · History Museums · Lookouts
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.

Hidden gems in Seoul

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

Historic Sites in Seoul

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Cheonggyecheon Stream ©
Historic Walking Area
Cheonggyecheon Stream
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Bongeunsa Temple ©
Religious Site
Bongeunsa Temple
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Dongdaemun Gate (Heunginjimun) ©
Historic Site
Dongdaemun Gate (Heunginjimun)
3.2
Duration: 2 hours
Namsangol Hanok Village ©
Historic Site
Namsangol Hanok Village
4.1
Duration: 2 hours

Parks in Seoul

Namsan Park ©
Garden
Namsan Park
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Haneul Park ©
Park
Haneul Park
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Yangjae Citizens' Forest ©
Park
Yangjae Citizens' Forest
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
Chungun Park
Park
Chungun Park
5.0
Duration: 2 hours

Museums in Seoul

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National Museum of Korea ©
History Museum
National Museum of Korea
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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: 2 hours
National Folk Museum of Korea ©
Art Museum
National Folk Museum of Korea
4.3
Duration: 1 hour

Side trips from Seoul

DMZ Haemaru Village ©
Historic Site
DMZ Haemaru Village
Paju
4.3
Duration: 5 hours
Korean Folk Village ©
Theme Park
Korean Folk Village
Yongin
4.3
Duration: 8 hours
Nami Island ©
Island
Nami Island
Chuncheon
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
Hwaseong Fortress ©
World heritage site
Hwaseong Fortress
Suwon
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min

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Where to stay in Seoul

N Seoul Tower ©
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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