7 Attractions to do in Seoul

Seoul is one of most attractive cities so we would like to bring out 7attractions to visit and do things around!

From old to new, explore all that the city has to offer. Visit the best shopping districts, the top historical sites, and the places with the best views of the city skyline. Whether you prefer modern architecture or the charm of the royal palaces, there is something for everyone!!

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace was the first royal palace built by the Joseon Dynasty. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace was located at the heart of newly appointed capital of Seoul (then known as Hanyang) and represented the sovereignty of the Joseon Dynasty. The largest of the Five Grand Palaces (the others being Gyeonghuigung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace), Gyeongbokgung served as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty.

Myeong-dong

Seoul's shopping mecca filled with beauty outlets, malls, street stalls, and more. Myeong-dong is Seoul’s shopping mecca and is a must-see for tourists, but it is not just a shopping destination; Myeong-dong is also a center of commerce, banking and culture with a daytime population of 1.5-2 million. For shoppers there is a mixture of street stalls and retail outlets selling everything from high fashion to casual attire as well as many Korean cosmetics stores offering high-quality products at competitive prices.

N Seoul Tower

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N Seoul Tower One of the most popular ways to see Seoul's skyline. N Seoul Tower was built in 1969 as Korea's first integrated transmission tower beaming television and radio broadcasts across the capital. Since opening to the public in 1980, it has become a much-loved Seoul landmark. The tower's main attractions include multi-colored digital art projected onto the tower at night, a digital observatory, a roof terrace, the HanCook restaurant, the n.Grill restaurant, and the Haneul (Sky) Restroom. N Seoul Tower's mountain surroundings on Namsan (Mt.) have made it a popular place to unwind for locals and tourists alike.

Insa-dong

Nowhere exudes more local and traditional charm than Insa-dong, a quaint neighborhood in the center of Seoul that transports visitors back to a time when women wore hanbok and men rode horses. With its wooden tea houses, boutique galleries and street vendors selling traditional snacks, a stroll through Insa-dong is mandatory for all visitors, especially on Sundays when the streets become traffic free and come alive with street performances, buskers and throngs of young and old who have come to experience one of Seoul’s most fascinating and creative neighborhoods. While the entertainment here is free, Insa-dong is also one of the best places in Seoul to purchase traditional Korean art, products, and other souvenirs, as it is filled with antique shops, art galleries, traditional stationery shops, handicraft shops, pottery and porcelain shops, bookstores, and art supply stores.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is the newest and most iconic landmark of the Korean design industry. Located at the center of the Dongdaemun area, the DDP will serve as a key venue for design-related shows and conferences, exhibitions, and other events and gatherings. Designed by world renowned architect, Zaha Hadid, DDP is the world’s largest atypical architecture. The DDP is compromised of five halls: Art Hall, Museum, Design Lab, Design Market, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park.

Cheonggyecheon (Stream)

Cheonggyecheon is an 11 km long modern stream that runs through downtown Seoul. Created as part of an urban renewal project, Cheonggyecheon is a restoration of the stream that was once there before during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The stream was covered with an elevated highway after the Korean War (1950-1953), as part of the country's post-war economic development. Then in 2003, the elevated highway was removed to restore the stream to its present form today. The stream passes under a total of 22 little bridges before flowing into the Hangang (River), with many attractions along its length. You can get more information at Visit Seoul.

Where to stay in Seoul

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24 Guest House SeoulCityHall

The cultural solidarity of the space, sharing, and the sympathy. The Seoul City Hall Branch of the 24 Guest House! The Seoul City Hall 24 Guest House is a franchise of the 24 Guest House that was newly born with the concept of a global guest house inside the downtown as proposed by Space Innovation.

KimChi Hongdae Guest House

It provides a truly unique backpacker experience which offers you a safe, comfortable and cheap accommodation with great facilities. We offer free internet access, common areas and of course a great party atmosphere where you can meet other like minded people.

HOSTELKOREA CHANGDEOKGUNG

We are located at an awesome location to provide you rich Korean experiences. The Korean 3 palaces(Changdeokgung, Gyeongbokgung, Changgyeonggung & Jong-myo), Gwanghwamun and Insadong are within walking distance. Travel around Myeong-dong, Namsan, and Dongdaemun shopping districts, and many historical & cultural destinations by subway or bus anytime you want.

Fully Guest House

Our personally-run hostel was opened in 2011 and furnished with all-new facilities, meaning you can come home to a clean, neat, comfortable and nice place at the end of the day. There's a cafe on the lobby floor where you can meet your fellow guests over a cup of coffee or tea. There are TV and computers, plus a nice kitchen where you're welcome to cook meals.

TWIN RABBIT GUESTHOUSE

Twin Rabbit offers comfortable private rooms with reasonable price. Owner used to work at a tour agency and also traveled many foreign countries so he understands well about the difficulties and what travelers need.