Why visit Seoul
South Korea’s buzzing capital is a fast paced city full of character and a real paradise for food lovers.
- Royal Palaces: Seoul’s royal heritage is showcased in palaces such as Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung and Deoksugung. Explore grand courtyards, ornate architecture and historic gardens, or rent a hanbok for a more immersive experience.
- Bukchon Hanok Village: Bukchon Hanok Village offers a glimpse of traditional Seoul, with narrow streets lined by preserved hanok houses, cultural spaces and small cafés.
- Gwangjang Market: Gwangjang Market is one of Seoul’s oldest markets, known for its lively atmosphere and classic Korean street food, including bindaetteok and gimbap.
- Gangnam: Gangnam District is a stylish district of designer shopping, modern skyscrapers, vibrant nightlife and contemporary Korean culture.
- Korean Demilitarised Zone (DMZ): The Korean Demilitarized Zone offers an insight into the division of the Korean Peninsula through guided visits, observation points and historic sites.
- N Seoul Tower: Standing atop Namsan Mountain, N Seoul Tower offers panoramic views across the city, particularly striking after dark.
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Huwon Secret Garden, Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea
Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, Seoul, South Korea
Street food, Seoul, South Korea
Gwangjang Market, Seoul, South Korea
Skyline in the Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
The Bridge of No Return, DMZ, South Korea
Banpo Bridge over the Han River, Seoul, South Korea
Our favourite places to stay in Seoul
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Getting to Seoul
If you are travelling from the UK, there are daily direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Seoul Incheon International Airport, taking around 12 to 13 hours.
If you are travelling from the US, direct flights operate from several major hubs to Seoul Incheon International Airport, with flight times varying depending on departure city.
