THE BEST Sights and Attractions in Seoul

From iconic landmarks to hidden gems — explore the best sights and attractions in Seoul with curated picks, local tips, and free itinerary planning tools.

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🏛️ Sights and Attractions in Seoul

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace — The largest of the Five Grand Palaces, with traditional architecture and the National Folk Museum.
  • Bukchon Hanok Village — A hillside neighbourhood of hundreds of traditional Korean hanok houses.
  • N Seoul Tower — A tower on Namsan Mountain with observation decks and love locks.
  • Myeongdong — A shopping district packed with cosmetics stores, street food, and department stores.
  • Insadong — A historic area with antique shops, teahouses, and traditional crafts.
  • Changdeokgung Palace — A UNESCO palace known for its beautiful secret garden, Huwon.
  • Hongdae — A youthful university neighbourhood with clubs, cafés, and street performances.
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza — A futuristic cultural and design hub with shops and exhibitions.
  • Gwanghwamun Square — A large public square with statues and views of Gwanghwamun Gate.
  • Cheonggyecheon Stream — A restored urban stream running through with walking paths.
  • Namdaemun Market — Korea’s oldest and largest traditional market.
  • Lotte World Tower — A skyscraper with observation decks, shopping, and a luxury hotel.
  • Jogyesa Temple — The chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, with colourful lanterns.
  • Namsan Park — A mountain park with hiking trails and N Tower.
  • Itaewon — An international district with foreign restaurants, bars, and nightlife.
  • Seoul Forest — A large urban park with gardens, deer, and cultural events.
  • War Memorial of Korea — A museum and memorial documenting Korea’s military history.
  • Gangnam — An affluent district famous for luxury shopping, plastic surgery, and nightlife.
  • Deoksugung Palace — A palace with a mix of Korean and Western-style buildings.
  • Jongmyo Shrine — A Confucian shrine where memorial services for kings and queens are held.

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