Top Things to Do in Seoul - Seoul Attractions
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Things to Do in Seoul
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Gyeongbokgung Palace, Myeongdong Shopping Street, Flea & Street Markets, Walking Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Myeongdong Shopping Street, Flea & Street Markets, Walking Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Dining Experiencesfromper adult$134- fromper adult$146
Cultural Toursfromper adult$57
Likely To Sell Outfromper adult (price varies by group size)$150
Culinary Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$181
Cooking Classesfromper adult$199- fromper adult$101
Street Food Toursfromper adult$104
Historic Sites
Historic palace with traditional guard ceremonies, expansive grounds, and cultural museums. Visitors can don vibrant Hanbok attire for a memorable exploration.
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Neighbourhoods
Cosmetic lover's paradise nestled in a vibrant neighborhood, teeming with street food, traditional stores, and an array of skincare shops, complemented by local cafes and souvenir stalls.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Military Museums
Military history museum with a vast array of artifacts across three floors, interactive displays, and an impressive outdoor exhibit of warships and aircraft. Includes a poignant memorial hall.
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Historic Sites
Historical palace complex with serene gardens, traditional architecture, and cultural significance from the Joseon Dynasty. Guided tours available for a deeper understanding of heritage.
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National Parks
Challenging hike through steep, rocky terrain with tranquil peaks, waterfalls, and streams. Well-marked paths with guardrails lead to stunning views, though trails may be narrow and busy.
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Neighbourhoods
History Museums
Sprawling museum with varied exhibits on Korean history, interactive games, and a serene garden with city views. Ideal for cultural immersion and family-friendly learning.
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Neighbourhoods
Traditional neighborhood nestled between historic palaces, known for its picturesque hanok homes, cultural experiences, and scenic walking paths.
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Bodies of Water
Urban stream retreat featuring tranquil walking paths, historic significance, and nature encounters. Enjoy a serene stroll with ambient lighting and local entertainment.
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Parks
Elevated park with panoramic city views, verdant trails, and a tradition of love locks. Enjoy a scenic cable car ride or hike to the summit for a skyline vista.
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What travellers are saying
- 3DMatrixLondon, UK757 contributionsWe stopped by Gyeongbokgung Palace as part of our city tour with Jessie at MySeoulTrip, primarily to watch the royal guard changing ceremony. It turned out to be one of the more memorable stops of the day and is definitely worth visiting if you're in Seoul.
We were informed that Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most significant of Seoul’s palaces, once serving as the main residence of the Joseon dynasty. If you’re planning to visit only one palace, this is the one to see. It’s centrally located with plenty to see.
We saw a lot of visitors wearing hanbok, Korea’s traditional attire. I can imagine that renting a hanbok enhances the experience and has the added benefit of waiving the entrance fee. It all adds to the palace’s charm and perhaps gives a glimpse of what it might have felt like centuries ago.
The guard changing ceremony is not to be missed. I'm a huge fan of tradition and long standing traditional rituals; watching the change of the guards was quite something.
For those visiting during the intense August humidity like we did, the on-site museums—the Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum—are air-conditioned, free to enter and offer a reprieve from the humidity.
Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for all the walking.
Gyeongbokgung Palace offers history, culture, and a sense of serenity. We enjoyed our visit and I believe most visitors will.Written 6 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
