South Korea
Seoul
K-pop, ancient palaces, and the world's most advanced food culture
About Seoul
Why travelers love it here
Seoul moves at a speed that should feel exhausting but instead feels exhilarating — Joseon Dynasty palaces surrounded by 50-storey towers, 24-hour street food markets under neon lights, skincare flagships next to centuries-old tea houses, and a live music scene that has exported its culture to the entire world. The Hangang River at night is pure magic.
Best timeMarch–May (cherry blossom) or September–November
CurrencyKRW (₩)
LanguageKorean
TimezoneAsia/Seoul (UTC+9)
Gyeongbokgung Palace in hanbok
Bukchon Hanok Village walk
Myeongdong street food and shopping
DMZ tour to the North Korean border
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