Seoul
South Korea
K-pop, palaces, and BBQ — tradition meets trend in Asia's coolest capital
About Seoul
Seoul is a city of contrasts where 600-year-old palaces share the skyline with K-pop billboards and neon-lit streets. The food scene is extraordinary, from sizzling Korean BBQ to street food in Myeongdong, and the nightlife in Hongdae never stops.
Quick Facts
Best Time
March – May, September – November
Language
Korean
Currency
KRW (₩)
Timezone
KST (UTC+9)
Avg Budget
$70–120/day
Top Things to Do
6 must-see experiences in Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Grand 14th-century palace with changing of the guard ceremony and hanbok rentals
Myeongdong Shopping
K-beauty flagship stores, street food, and neon-lit shopping streets
Korean BBQ
Grill your own meat at a BBQ restaurant — a quintessential Seoul experience
Bukchon Hanok Village
Traditional Korean houses nestled between palaces with city views
Hongdae Nightlife
University district with live music, clubs, and street performers
N Seoul Tower
Iconic tower on Namsan Mountain with love locks and panoramic views
3-Day Sample Itinerary
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Day 1: Palaces & Tradition
- Morning at Gyeongbokgung Palace (rent a hanbok)
- Walk through Bukchon Hanok Village
- Lunch at a traditional Korean restaurant
- Afternoon at Changdeokgung Secret Garden
Day 2: Shopping & Food
- Morning shopping in Myeongdong
- Try street food: tteokbokki, hotteok, corn dogs
- Afternoon at COEX Mall and Starfield Library
- Evening Korean BBQ feast
Day 3: Nightlife & Views
- Cable car up to N Seoul Tower
- Explore Itaewon and Yongsan
- Visit the War Memorial
- Evening in Hongdae for clubs and live music
Travel Tips for Seoul
Get a T-money card for seamless subway, bus, and convenience store payments.
Download Naver Map — Google Maps is less accurate in South Korea.
Rent a hanbok at Gyeongbokgung for free palace entry and great photos.
Korean BBQ etiquette: the youngest person at the table usually grills the meat.
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