Caoimhe’s Guide to Seoul
Food scene
This traditional market is great for sampling local food at a very reasonable price!
Recommendation: Korean pancakes (jeon). Bring cash, as card is usually not accepted.
227 locals recommend
Gwangjang Market Food Tour
403-3 Dongho-roThis traditional market is great for sampling local food at a very reasonable price!
Recommendation: Korean pancakes (jeon). Bring cash, as card is usually not accepted.
There are many trendy bars, cafes, and restaurants inside renovated traditional Korean buildings (hanoks).
45 locals recommend
Ikseon-dong
There are many trendy bars, cafes, and restaurants inside renovated traditional Korean buildings (hanoks).
There is a wide selection of fresh seafood, and you will have the chance to eat sannakji (live octopus). A unique foodie experience!
132 locals recommend
Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market
674 Nodeul-roThere is a wide selection of fresh seafood, and you will have the chance to eat sannakji (live octopus). A unique foodie experience!
Myeongdong has a great selection of street food, and is the place to go to buy cosmetics.
Tip: Visit at night time to take in the bright lights of the Main Street.
624 locals recommend
Myeong-dong
Myeong-dongMyeongdong has a great selection of street food, and is the place to go to buy cosmetics.
Tip: Visit at night time to take in the bright lights of the Main Street.
Sightseeing
This is the most well-known of the palaces in Seoul. If you go in the morning, you can even see the changing of the palace guards!
Tip: Rent a traditional Korean hanbok (clothing) by the hour. You will get free entrance to the palaces, and it's a great photo opportunity!
814 locals recommend
Gyeongbokgung Palace
161 Sajik-roThis is the most well-known of the palaces in Seoul. If you go in the morning, you can even see the changing of the palace guards!
Tip: Rent a traditional Korean hanbok (clothing) by the hour. You will get free entrance to the palaces, and it's a great photo opportunity!
The base of Namsan Tower boasts 360 views of Seoul, and the best part is it's totally free!
Tip: If you have a basic level of fitness, hike up the mountain to the tower. It takes just 30 minutes :)
686 locals recommend
N Seoul Tower
The base of Namsan Tower boasts 360 views of Seoul, and the best part is it's totally free!
Tip: If you have a basic level of fitness, hike up the mountain to the tower. It takes just 30 minutes :)
The Han River is a very popular spot for couples and friends to eat, especially during the summer months. You can even order fried chicken to be delivered to your picnic spot! At night time during the weekend, there's a market selling food and crafts.
Tip: Rent a bicycle and cycle along the river. Don't forget to bring your passport for ID purposes.
9 locals recommend
Hangang
122 Jamwon-dongThe Han River is a very popular spot for couples and friends to eat, especially during the summer months. You can even order fried chicken to be delivered to your picnic spot! At night time during the weekend, there's a market selling food and crafts.
Tip: Rent a bicycle and cycle along the river. Don't forget to bring your passport for ID purposes.