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✈️ Your Sign to Visit Seoul

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I have been to Seoul many times and I still love it because it has so many things to do and yummy affordable food/desserts. Every time I go, it is always so eyeopening for me to see how the culture is like. Here I want to share with you guys the plac...
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Shopping

 
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mostly highend shopping mall
Shinsegae Gangnam
 
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love the little shops and restaurants around here, it is a must see area!
Insadong - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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this my other favorite night life type of location! it is usually most crowded at night because of all the bars and clubs, but so much more to do there, with affordable delicious restaurants, coffee shops, shopping stores, etc.
Hongik University Street - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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highly recommend if you want to take artsy modern photos, you will not be disappointed!
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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another tower to visit and see the city and shopping mall in it.
Lotte World Tower & Mall - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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my go to spot for fashionable shopping clothes and there are some coffee shops there too.
Garosu-gil - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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shop till you drop! so many shops in this mall.
Dongdaemun Shopping Complex - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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this place is so unique, many shops inside the blue shipping containers.
Common Ground - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

Food!

 
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it's my favorite spot to visit for street food, especially at night. cafes, restaurants, shops, stores, entertainments, desserts, and just so much you can do there!
Myeongdong Shopping Street - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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oh my! if you are a foodie like me, you must go to this market, there are so many options of street food to try and they are affordable :) you're welcome.
Kwangjang Market - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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another small market for selling cheap items
Namdaemun Market - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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must try to taste the authentic traditional korean meal.
Jungsik
 
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not going to lie, there is a wait for this place, but the broth & noodles were so good!
HWANGSAENGA KAL-GUKSU
 
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the place is small, but has good noodle and dumplings~
잘빠진메밀 익선점 - Jalppajin
 
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of course you can't miss out on the korean bbqs! eating kbbq is a must in korea! you may smell bad after, but it is so worth it.
Maple Tree House Samcheongdong

Outdoor/Indoor Exploring

 
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this palace was huge and got to see the traditional side of things!
Gyeongbokgung Palace - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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it is a great park and it's really pretty during fall and cherry blossom seasons
Yeouido Hangang Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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this place is definitely an instagram-worthy location to take pics because it's so unique and the architecture is nice too!
Bukchon Hanok Village - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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this stream is really beautiful at night to take a stroll after dinner!
Cheonggyecheon Stream - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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this park has a good view of the river and it is huge! lots of people go picnic, cycling, or jogging there. you can also rent picnic essentials there or just order fried chicken delivery!
Hangang Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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largest museum in seoul, so be prepared to explore :)
National Museum of Korea - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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the view is so amazing when you go at night where you get to see the entire city and delicious restaurants with the view as well!
N Seoul Tower - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
 
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nice place to visit and see the water animals!
Coex Aquarium

Tours

 
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this would be a nice experience to have dressing up in hanbok and take pics!
Traditional Korean Attire at Changdeokgung Palace Seoul – Booking.com
 
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must visit to see the different side of seoul and get to see some of the popular kdrama filming site :)
Nami Island, Petite France & Italian Village Tour Seoul – Booking.com
 
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cooking workshop and tour!
Korean Cookery Workshop and Market Tour Seoul – Booking.com
 
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if you want to see the most out of your day, then join this tour.
Half-Day City Sightseeing Tour Seoul – Booking.com
 
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great experience dressing up in vintage clothing!
Retro Korean Outfit Rental Seoul – Booking.com
 
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explore the different palaces all in one day.
Full-day Royal Palaces and City Tour Seoul – Booking.com
 
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you can create your own fragrance here and the staff are able to communicate in English.
Perfume Making Experience Seoul – Booking.com
 
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night time exploring with a small group of people to experience their culture and see iconic landmarks!
Small-group Evening Walking Tour Seoul – Booking.com
 
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you get to see the mountain views and visit some of the tallest peaks in the country!
Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple from Seoul Seoul – Booking.com

Hotels

Sharing budget-friendly hotels that are nearby popular attractions so it is easier for you to get around! (not guesthouse or hostels)

 
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong, 2023 | Trip.com
 
Aloft Seoul Myeongdong, 2023 | Trip.com
 
Hotel28 Myeongdong, 2023 | Trip.com
 
HERTZ Hotel, Seoul, South Korea
 
Moxy Seoul Myeongdong, Seoul, South Korea
 
Hotel Skypark Myeongdong 3, Seoul, South Korea
 
Hotel Prince Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
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Shilla Stay Mapo, Seoul, South Korea
 
L7 Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea
 
Amid Hotel Seoul, Seoul, South Korea