Best Places To Visit in Seoul
Like all countries, Korea has representative attractions that tourists must see when visiting. Among the attractions are those that are especially loved by international tourists. These attractions are perfect for adding to your tour schedule! If you only have a short amount of time, you can select a themed course of similar attractions. If your schedule allows, you can follow tours of all attractions. No matter which option you choose, keep reading to find our travel tips for each attraction to make your visit much more enjoyable.
#1 Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace was the major legal residence of the Royal Family during the Joseon Dynasty. Carrying a meaning of “a place where the new king can enjoy prosperity of great blessings,” this was the first palace of the Joseon Dynasty. The palace is unique for its vast area and harmony of buildings, and is the only palace to have all four major gates still remaining to this day.
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#2 Namiseom Island
Chuncheon’s Namiseom Island is famous as a filming site for the popular drama “Winter Sonata (2002).” Originally a hill, the island was formed due to the water level rising after Cheongpyeong Dam was built downstream. It can take a few hours to see all the attractions of the island, but they are so magnetic, tourists easily lose themselves in the charms. The island’s major draw is the coexistence between humans and nature, and preservation efforts are visible through the artistic use of recycled materials like glass and plastic bottles for decorations.
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#3 N Seoul Tower
Seoul’s landmark attraction is none other than N Seoul Tower, located atop Namsan Mountain in the center of the city. The tower draws in visitors year-round, and is most famous for the view it offers of the cityscape at night. For hallyu fans, the tower is a must-visit attraction, having been featured in dramas like “My Love From the Star (2013)” and “Legend of the Blue Sea (2016).” The circular tower features not only an observation deck, but also atmospheric cafés and restaurants among other facilities. N Seoul Tower is a great place to spend an enjoyable evening with friends or loved ones, taking in the beautiful nightscape over a cup of coffee.
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#4 Bukchon Hanok Village
A representative attraction of Seoul, Bukchon Hanok Village shows the charm of Korea’s traditional buildings. The neighborhood where relatives of the royal family lived, the hanoks here are grand, providing beautiful scenes down every lane. To make the most of your visit, we recommend finding the “Eight Scenic Spots of Bukchon.” These eight locations are each unique but share the similarity of being breathtaking. Your souvenir photos will turn out great with these spots in the background!
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#5 Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain
The romantic atmosphere of the nightscape found at Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain has been featured in popular dramas “Boys Over Flowers (2009)” and “Iris (2009).” The bridge was recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records in 2008 for being the world’s longest bridge fountain. The rainbow fountain stretches along 570m of Banpo Bridge, with 380 jets of water shooting out from the bridge, a new spin on fountains which usually shoot up from the ground.
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