Places to visit in Seoul
10 attractions in Seoul that the Korea Tourism Organization introduces to international visitors. Open a card for the address, opening hours and closed days.
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Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395, was the main royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty in Seoul. Visitors can stroll past traditional buildings such as Geunjeongjeon Hall, Gyeonghoeru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong Pavilion.
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Seoul
Seoul Namsan Park
Namsan Park is a natural retreat in the heart of Seoul, offering fresh air and space for walking and relaxing. N Seoul Tower and the Namsan Cable Car are also found here.
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Seoul
Myeong-dong
Myeong-dong is a shopping area along a stretch of about 1 km from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) toward Euljiro and Lotte Department Store. Brand shops, department stores, and places to eat are gathered here.
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Seoul
Changdeokgung Palace Complex
Changdeokgung was founded in 1405 as a secondary palace and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. You can stroll through its buildings, which blend with the terrain, and its rear garden with pavilions in each valley.
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Seoul
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is a cultural complex in Seoul's Dongdaemun area, designed by architect Zaha Hadid. Its flowing curves and the evening lighting are features worth enjoying.
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Seoul
Lotte World Tower & Mall
Lotte World Tower is a 129-floor, 555 m skyscraper inspired by traditional Korean ceramics and brushes. Seoul Sky, a shopping mall, an aquarium and a concert hall are all in one place.
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Seoul
Hongdae (Hongik University Street)
Hongdae is a lively area in Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul. You can explore distinctive shops and cafes, street performances, a mural street and weekend art markets.
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Seoul
Gwanghwamun Square
Gwanghwamun Square is a renewed, people-centered space on Sejong-ro in Seoul. Visitors can enjoy views of Gyeongbokgung and Bugaksan, along with the recreated Woldae and restored Haetae statues.
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Seoul
Yeouido Hangang Park
Yeouido Hangang Park is a riverside park in Yeouido, Seoul. It hosts a cherry blossom festival in spring and a world fireworks festival in autumn, and has facilities such as Mulbit Plaza and a yacht marina.
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Seoul
Cheonggyecheon Stream
Cheonggyecheon is a 10.84 km stream running between Jongno-gu and Jung-gu in Seoul. A total of 22 bridges were installed during its restoration, and cultural events are held around Cheonggye Plaza.
Spots close together
We grouped selected places that are near one another. Distances are straight-line between two places; real travel distance and time will differ.
- Gyeongbokgung & Gwanghwamun Course
- Gyeongbokgung Palace → about 0.4 km
- Gwanghwamun Square → about 2.5 km
- Cheonggyecheon Stream → about 1.6 km
- Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site]
- Myeongdong & Namsan Course
- Seoul Namsan Park → about 1 km
- Myeong-dong → about 2.2 km
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Hongdae & Yeouido Course
- Hongdae (Hongik University Street) → about 3.3 km
- Yeouido Hangang Park
Festivals & events in Seoul
Look at festivals held in the same area too.
Support and education notices in Seoul → ← Attractions in other regions
Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI) · The photo and description on this page are based on Korea Tourism Organization material published under KOGL Type 1 (attribution).