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Best Things to Do in Seoul for Couples

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  • 3DMatrix
    London, UK757 contributions
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    We stopped by Gyeongbokgung Palace as part of our city tour with Jessie at MySeoulTrip, primarily to watch the royal guard changing ceremony. It turned out to be one of the more memorable stops of the day and is definitely worth visiting if you're in Seoul.

    We were informed that Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most significant of Seoul’s palaces, once serving as the main residence of the Joseon dynasty. If you’re planning to visit only one palace, this is the one to see. It’s centrally located with plenty to see.

    We saw a lot of visitors wearing hanbok, Korea’s traditional attire. I can imagine that renting a hanbok enhances the experience and has the added benefit of waiving the entrance fee. It all adds to the palace’s charm and perhaps gives a glimpse of what it might have felt like centuries ago.

    The guard changing ceremony is not to be missed. I'm a huge fan of tradition and long standing traditional rituals; watching the change of the guards was quite something.

    For those visiting during the intense August humidity like we did, the on-site museums—the Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum—are air-conditioned, free to enter and offer a reprieve from the humidity.

    Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for all the walking.

    Gyeongbokgung Palace offers history, culture, and a sense of serenity. We enjoyed our visit and I believe most visitors will.
    Written 6 January 2025
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  • Stanislaw D
    New York City, NY12 contributions
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    We were overwhelmed by the endless shops and street vendors. It was like a treasure trove of cute clothes, accessories, and yummy snacks. We had fun bargaining and trying out different street foods. We even got some cool souvenirs to remember our trip.
    Written 2 February 2025
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  • Summer K
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    The view from the top of Seoul Tower was magnificent. I could stare at the landscape below and far out for a long time. I'd say it is worth coming here for sure.
    Written 27 January 2025
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  • Ben King
    London, UK344 contributions
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    This is a really cool spot. At first you notice the big statues, which are inspiring alone, then you see this huge square covered in flags from all over the world. Each flag is a testament to the specific countries that aided South Korea in the Korean War. As you move further along the memorial you can see dozens of real life war machines that were used during this conflict. Planes, tanks, and there’s even a ship you can walk through and explore. It’s a cool spot to see
    Written 24 November 2024
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  • Chris
    Martinez, CA589 contributions
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    Located right off of one of the busiest streets here, Yulgok, the palace entrance can be found on this road, but there is also a back entrance as well, but that’s quite a bit away as this area is huge.

    The place was definitely more accessible than most places I’ve been to in other countries where you really couldn’t get super close to most places to see the insides of the buildings as they’re lined off and such, or there’s a net or something to obstruct the view. Here, no such issue, albeit, you still can’t really go inside these places, but still, quite up and personal for the majority of the buildings.

    It is a bit confusing as there’s several places to visit in this park, but each place needs a separate ticket to get in. If your plan is to go through all of the places, or go from one end of this very large area to the other, you’ll have to at least enter both the palace area halves, though, these are both the cheaper tickets. The Secret Garden ticket alone costs more than both combined.

    All 3 areas have their appeals. I will reference them according to Joseon Kdramas as the measuring stick.

    The side where you enter in from Yulgok is the area mostly where you see military training areas, but courtyards, etc. The other side is where all the palaces for where royalty stay are and also those huge gardens where the king will walk through usually. The secret garden has a lot of the secret meeting places, by lakes, in random tea areas to discuss strategies, or something to that effect.

    Overall, especially if you like Kdramas of the Joseon era, this is quite the accessible place to get your nerd on. If you just want to sight see an appreciate history, this is also a great place for that.
    Written 31 December 2024
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  • Connor W
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    The neighborhood offers a blend of traditional Korean charm with a modern twist. The vibe here is a nice balance between touristy and authentic, but can be too crowded on the weekend.
    Written 2 February 2025
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  • fionaalfa
    Belfast, UK71 contributions
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    Outstanding place of beauty and great walks too. I was on a guided tour and the walk wasn’t too long (about 3 hours) and terrain varied but not too difficult - very achievable in a day. I was in a tour bus and defo would not want to take a car as roads and car parks all very busy. Nice range of cafes and good amenities too - queues tend to move quickly.
    Written 25 December 2024
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  • Carla
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    You should try to find a cafe uphill, and stay in there. The crowd outside makes the place difficult to enjoy. Avoid late afternoons. I would suggest the cafe situated on 35-35 Samcheong-dong, Jongno District, Seoul.
    Written 20 December 2024
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  • Daniel N
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    The exhibitions are well-organized, with detailed English explanations, making it accessible to international visitors. Highlights include the stunning gold crowns from the Silla Dynasty and the impressive Buddhist art collection.
    Written 30 January 2025
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  • 3DMatrix
    London, UK757 contributions
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    We visited Cheonggyecheon Stream as part of our walking tour with Jessie at MySeoulTrip. The stream is picturesque and we found it perfect for walking and relaxing. It provided a much-needed reprieve from the intense humidity of the day as we sat by the water with our feet dipped in.

    With its gentle, babbling flow, waterfalls, painted murals, and plenty of trees, Cheonggyecheon Stream is a peaceful urban retreat. There are stepping stones for crossing the stream, frequent stairways, and elevators at some entrances that make it easily accessible. Its tranquil atmosphere makes it perfect for unwinding—whether you’re alone with a book, catching up with friends, or taking a quiet stroll.

    Cheonggyecheon Stream is a simple yet thoughtful space and a great example of urban renewal done right.
    Written 14 December 2024
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  • ferdsi
    Singapore, Singapore61 contributions
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    a visit to the top of the lotte tower culminates your trip to lotte world with a 360 view of city of seoul..with lots of shopping and F&B options at the mall
    Written 4 January 2025
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  • Ben King
    London, UK344 contributions
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    A must do if you’re in Seoul but you have to walk it!! It only takes 45 minutes (one way) and it’s not too steep. As you get higher and higher, you’ll be stunned with amazing views of the city and beautiful autumn trees. Head for the cable car entrance and turn right, there’s a big brick wall called the Seoul city limit which you can follow all the way up to the top of the mountain and to the tower. A really nice way to spend a couple of hours as the afternoon turns into the evening
    Written 24 November 2024
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  • Romanw871
    Redwood City, CA2,489 contributions
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    I went based on high rating here on TripAdvisor. This is a larger complex with multiple buildings. It is helpful that there are also signs and descriptions in English. I appreciated this experience and learning more about the culture.
    Written 17 January 2025
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  • thisgirl_Gray
    Los Angeles, CA2,637 contributions
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    Located inside the COEX Mall in Gangnam, Starfield Library is a large public bookstore where anyone can come to sit down, take a break, read, and/or buy books. They offer a wide selection of books and magazines in various genres so you should be able to find something of interest. Many people come just to take pictures, although I came for children's books and they did not have what I was looking for but it was a good experience.
    Written 28 December 2024
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  • mel7155
    Singapore, Singapore1,356 contributions
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    We read the reviews of foreigners who were just belly aching about how crowded and long lines you get at lotte world and how wonderful their Disneylands and Universal studios and whatnots are . Perhaps they should know that Asian, Korean and Japanese theme parks are always crowded but the crowds are very polite and patient as they are always considerate unlike those in their own countries .

    That being said . Do your homework . There are express passes , there are apps to download to make your visit faster for you . Check the Lotte world websites , read how to get the passes and if you wish to save money, then it is on you. If you have to line up . Going to theme parks in Asia is about spending time with your friends and family members lining up and enjoying yourselves and not cattle rushing to one ride to another . If that is not for you , don’t visit Asian theme parks and stop comparing .
    Written 16 December 2024
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