Things to Do in Seoul

Things to Do in Seoul, South Korea - Seoul Attractions

Things to Do in Seoul

Ways to tour Seoul

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Seoul.

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Best Half Day DMZ Tour from Seoul (No Forced Shopping)
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Seoul City Tour (Full Day)
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Korean Cooking Class with Full-Course Meal & Local Market Tour in Seoul
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Cooking Classes
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Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
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$85.00
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Trip to Nami Island with Petite France & Italian Village, Garden of Morning Calm
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$89.70
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Seoul Half Day Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private
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Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Tour from Seoul- Hotel Pick Up & No Shopping
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The 10 Tastings of Seoul With Locals: Private Street Food Tour
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Immersive Korean BBQ, Market, and Secret Pub Experience in Seoul
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$109.00
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Seoul Highlights and Hidden Gems Tours by Locals: 100% Private & Personalized
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Cultural Tours

Top Attractions in Seoul

1. Gyeongbokgung Palace

Historic Sites • History Museums

Jongno-gu

It was the first royal palace built in the Joseon Dynasty and where the Joseon Dynasty 500 year history began.

2. Seoul Metro

Public Transportation Systems

Jung-gu

By skinnylawyer

Seoul's subway system, constantly expanded since the opening of the first line in 1974, is what makes the modern city…

3. The War Memorial of Korea

Military Museums

Namyeong-dong

This is a massive museum providing information about wars and military strategy throughout the history of Korea (and…

4. Myeongdong Shopping Street

Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Myeongdong / Namdaemun

Historically, the district was the first modern commercial district, developed by the Japanese during the colonial…

5. Bukhansan National Park

National Parks

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This hike is about 836 metres high up a number of tough terrain trails of rocky steps, travel slopes, forest trails…

6. Changdeokgung Palace

Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings

Waryong-dong

The palace is a post WWII reproduction of ancient palaces largely destroyed during Japanese occupations of Korea 400…

7. N Seoul Tower

Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts

Jung-gu

By Archanakakar

N Seoul Tower Situated near Mount Namsan, or Nam Mountain,nestled in Namsan Park,this was Korea’s, perhaps the first…

8. Insadong

Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Jongno-gu

Adjoining the UNESCO listed Cheongeok Gong, I wonders who resides here during the early Joseon era.

9. Bukchon Hanok Village

Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Jongno-gu

The village has retained it's original shape and feature historical sites and cultural properties that tell the history…

10. National Museum of Korea

History Museums

Yongsan / Samgakji / Ichon

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It's a three storey building with many rooms to enlightened yourself on South Korea's history and culture.

11. Cheonggyecheon Stream

Bodies of Water • Historic Walking Areas

Jongno 1.2.3.4 ga-dong

Neglected for many years this stream was restored and opened to public during 2005.This stream passes thru many Seoul’s…

12. Bongeunsa Temple

Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

Samseongdong / COEX

It is being described as a millennial Buddhist temple that commands a rich history of over 1,200 years.

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What travelers are saying

Henry Tran
Hanoi, Vietnam11 contributions
Wonderful place
A definite place to experience when coming to seoul. The palace is majestic with historical images of Korea. Try on the traditional hancok and immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery. Admire the images of soldiers changing the guard.
Review of: Gyeongbokgung Palace
Written March 16, 2023
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mgc864
Monaco32 contributions