Seoul

Things To See - Historical Sites

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the “Northern Palace” because it is the palace located furthest north.

Shopping - Something you can’t get everywhere

Insa-dong

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side.

Things To See - Historical Sites

Bukchon Hanok Village

Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses or “hanok'” that date back to the Joseon Dynasty.

Fitness - Good running route

Hangang River

Running through the central part of the Korean Peninsula, the Hangang River flows from Gangwon-do towards Chungcheongbuk-do and Gyeonggi-do, through Seoul and continues on to the Yellow Sea.

Shopping - Something you can’t get everywhere

Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil

Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong is known by locals and foreigners, not just because it is a beautiful promenade in the middle of the city, but also because it caters to unique cultural tastes and artistic sensibilities.

Things To See - Historical Sites

Changdeokgung Palace and Huwon

Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many of the Joseon kings and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces.

Hotels - Independent and easy

Seoul Olympic Parktel

Nestled in the Seoul Olympic Park, Seoul Olympic Parktel was built to commemorate the successful hosting of the 1988 Seoul Olympics.

Fitness - Good sunrise or sunset walk

Eungbongsan Mountain

From Eungbongsan Mountain (94m) one can easily see the Han River, the Jamsil Sports Complex and more of the eastern part of Seoul. With such a great view of the Hangang River, the mountain is packed with visitors, including many photographers.