Top 10 the most popular places to visit in South Korea

As many people might know that Seoul is a wonderful blend of modernity, history, values and culture. This city does not only have many attractive destinations, but also include delicious foods. And if you are planning to visit Seoul, South Korea, you should read this post to find out the top best things to do here.


1. Walking on Garosugil Street

“Garosugil” stand for “tree-lined street”, this street will offer the beaufiul colors of Seoul. And it is better if you can walk on Garosugil Street on autumn season. Another nice thing is that there are many coffee shops outdoor terraces, so you can buy one and drink it while enjoin the cool weather.

2. Visiting Deoksugung Palace Wall
Deoksugung Palace Wall is beautiful any time in a year, but the most beautiful time is spring and autumn season. All of the trees turn a green and bright orange colour that makes for a nice holiday to escape from the busy life. Also, it allows visitors to explore some nearby tourist attractions as Seoul Metropolitan Museum of Art.

3. Climbing the mountains in Seoul

Almost the mountains in Seoul provide amazing chances for hiking and capturing in a bit of nature. However, the most popular mountain is in Bukhansan in the North of Seoul due to the reason of safety. Besides that, there are many great mountains as Seoullites, Dobongsan and Namsan. Standing in the top of these mountains, visitors will be able to see all the beauty of Seoul.

4. Exploring Noryangjin Wholesale Fish Market
This is one of the largest seafood market in South Korea, it orginates since 1900s. Here, visitors can easily find out all kinds of seafood from the rare to normal one. Besides that, sellers are able to prepare/ cook seafood and serve for you.

5. Cycling along Han River Park
Han River Park offers many kinds of activities for all ages and interests. To tourists, cycling along the river park is the most interesting activity which allows tourists to get a great view of Han River and to observe the local life.

6. Discovering Bukchon Hanok Village

Visiting Bukchon Hanok Village, visitors will get the feeling on return the home life in 17th. The simple and beautiful traditional homes were very important to family life in Korea’s Confucian Culture. All the simple and tranquil beauty of these houses can be sensed via a picturesue setting in this traditional village.

7. Soaking in Itaewon Nightlife

In the recent year, Itaewon district is becoming the most popular eating and drinking spots in Seoul. While the international and traditional dishes make Itaewon a interesting enough destination to be during the day, it’s the night time here that has strongly exploded with trendy lounge bars, clubs…

8. Gwangjang Market

Gwangjang Market was built in the year 1905. The market holds over 5,000 independent stores and vendors which purchase everything from the high quality of products to normal one.

9. Fine Art at Leeum Samsung Museum of Art
This is one of the famous private museums which currently preserve the best art collections in South Korea. All of the products inside the museum are well conserved and easy to navigate with English explanations and audio guides.

10. Kyungin Museum of Fine Art

Tea Culture has been a circle part of Korean Culture since the period century. And Kyungin Museum of Fine Art is one of the best places to enjoy tea in a natural environment. Besides that, the museum is located in a deep alley which makes it a great escape to relax the mind and calm the spirits over a cup of fine tea.