✈️ Korea Travel Guide
Discover the best places to visit during your stay in Seoul
⭐ Must-Visit Recommendations
Gyeongbokgung Palace
📍 Jongno-gu, Seoul
The largest of the Five Grand Palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty. A must-visit historical site.
Gyeongbokgung Palace is the largest and most iconic of Seoul’s five grand palaces. Built in 1395, it was the main royal palace during the Joseon Dynasty.
Don’t miss the changing of the guard ceremony at 10 AM and 2 PM daily. The palace is particularly beautiful during spring cherry blossom season and autumn.
March-May: 9 AM – 6 PM
June-August: 9 AM – 6:30 PM
September-October: 9 AM – 6 PM
Closed on Tuesdays
- Arrive early to avoid crowds
- Wear traditional hanbok to enter for free
- Visit the National Folk Museum inside the palace grounds
Myeongdong Shopping District
📍 Jung-gu, Seoul
Seoul's premier shopping district famous for cosmetics, fashion, and street food.
Myeongdong is a bustling shopping paradise offering everything from high-end brands to affordable Korean cosmetics. This pedestrian-friendly area comes alive in the evenings.
Perfect for buying K-beauty products, trying street food, and experiencing Seoul’s vibrant shopping culture.
Street food stalls: 4 PM – midnight
- Best to visit in the evening when it’s most lively
- Bargain at cosmetics shops – they often give discounts
- Try the famous egg bread and hotteok (sweet pancakes)
N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower)
📍 Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Iconic landmark offering panoramic views of Seoul from atop Namsan Mountain.
N Seoul Tower is an iconic symbol of Seoul, standing 236 meters tall on Namsan Mountain. The observation deck offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the city.
The tower is especially romantic in the evening when it’s illuminated. Many couples visit to attach love locks to the fence.
Weekends: 10 AM – midnight
- Take the cable car up for a scenic ride
- Visit at sunset for the best views
- Book the rotating restaurant for a special dining experience
More Places to Explore
Gangnam District Medical Clinics
📍 Gangnam-gu, Seoul
World-renowned area for plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures.
⏰ Hours:
Most clinics: Monday-Friday 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
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Gangnam is the heart of Korea’s medical tourism industry, home to hundreds of certified plastic surgery and dermatology clinics.
The area around Gangnam Station and Apgujeong is particularly concentrated with high-quality medical facilities offering the latest in cosmetic procedures.
- Book consultations in advance
- Many clinics have English-speaking staff
- Plan recovery time – most hotels nearby
Bukchon Hanok Village
📍 Jongno-gu, Seoul
Traditional Korean village with hundreds of hanok (traditional houses) dating back to the Joseon Dynasty.
⏰ Hours:
Open 24/7 (outdoor area)
Museums and shops: 10 AM – 5 PM
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Bukchon Hanok Village is a charming neighborhood featuring traditional Korean houses (hanok) that have been preserved for centuries.
Walk through narrow alleyways, visit traditional craft workshops, and experience authentic Korean culture.
- Visit early morning to avoid crowds
- Wear comfortable shoes – lots of uphill walking
- Respect residents – it’s a real neighborhood
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
📍 Jung-gu, Seoul
Futuristic architecture and 24-hour shopping complex.
⏰ Hours:
Shopping malls: 24 hours
Exhibitions: 10 AM – 8 PM
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DDP is an iconic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, featuring neo-futuristic architecture and serving as a hub for design, fashion, and culture.