Seoul
South Korea’s capital fuses royal palaces and hanok villages with neon-lit nightlife, K-pop culture and cutting-edge technology — tradition and the future side by side.
Things to do in Seoul
Tours in Seoul
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Seoul moves to its own electric rhythm. South Korea's capital sets centuries-old palaces and wooden hanok villages against a backdrop of soaring towers, buzzing markets and the global phenomenon of K-pop and Korean cuisine. It is a city where ancient tradition and hyper-modern energy coexist seamlessly.
Top Things to Do in Seoul
Watch the changing of the guard at Gyeongbokgung Palace, the grandest of the city's royal palaces, then wander the traditional wooden houses of Bukchon Hanok Village. For views and romance, head to N Seoul Tower on Namsan.
Shop and eat your way through Myeongdong and the markets of Gwangjang, and consider a sobering half-day tour to the DMZ, the border with North Korea.
Tours Worth Booking
- DMZ half-day and full-day border tours
- Palaces and Bukchon guided walking tours
- Korean street food and market tours
- K-culture and Hanbok experiences
Best Time to Visit
Spring (April–May) for cherry blossoms and autumn (September–November) for crisp weather and fall colours are the most beautiful seasons. Summer is hot, humid and rainy, while winters are cold and dry, with the chance of snow over the palaces.
Getting Around
Seoul's vast, spotless subway is one of the world's best — signs are in English and a T-money card makes travel effortless. It reaches every corner of the city and connects to the airport. Taxis are plentiful and affordable.