Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has unveiled recommended places and activities for tourists!
We also added some more attractions worth visiting and experiencing with your loved ones!
Witness 360-Degree Panoramic View at Lotte World Tower Seoul Sky
According to Visit Korea, Lotte World Tower reaches 555 meters in height and is the tallest building in Korea.
Additionally, SEOUL SKY, on the 177th to 123rd floors, allows visitors to take in a 360-degree panoramic view of the city.
Guinness Book of World Records also named Sky Deck on the 118th floor as the highest glass-floor observation deck in the world.
You can head to the nearby Lotte World for theme park adventure and cultural immersion at the nearby Folk Museum.
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Happily Hoard Cosmetics at Amore Seongsu
Korea’s largest cosmetics company AMORE Pacific owns Amore Seongsu. It features numerous beauty and cosmetic products from different brands. Definitely an ideal place for souvenirs to bring home to your sisters and mom!
Shop for Unique and Quaint Items At Seongsu Yeonbang
Seoul is teeming with places to shop. But if you want delicately crafted items from indie sellers, then you should head to Seongsu Yeonabang.
Consisting of two buildings with a garden in between, the mall offers exquisite finds. When you get tired there’s a nearby cafe to rest and chill.
Have Some Fun At Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX Branch
Exclusive to foreigners, why not play some games like Black Jack, Baccarat, roulette, Sic Bo, Caribbean Stud Poker, and slot machines.
You can check out COEX Mall first where Starfield Library is also situated. COEX Mall aquarium and SM Town are also nearby places to go to.
Revel On The Serene and Grandiose Palaces In Seoul
Beautiful in all seasons, a trip to the Five Grand Palaces in Seoul gives a travel experience rich in South Korea’s history and culture.
Surviving massive destruction throughout history, the consistent drive to reconstruct the palace buildings for future generations paid off.
Flocked by millions of tourists each year, Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Gyeonghuigung, Changgyeonggung and Deoksugung palaces effortlessly draw admiration from their visitors.
K-Travel: Revel On The Serene and Grandiose Palaces In Seoul
Feast on Yummy Food At Tongin Market
A plethora of mouthwatering dishes awaits you at Tongin Market. Famous for Dosirak Cafe, visitors can exchange their Korean won for yeopjeon coins, brass coins that were used as the main currency during the Joseon dynasty, to buy portions of food at the market vendors and make a lunchbox meal of their own.
This food trip perfectly complements a palace tour at Gyeongbokgung.
A Refreshing Walking Tour At Ikseon-dong
For K-Drama fans, if you love True Beauty and More Than Friends; Ikseon-dong might ring familiar to you. Adorned with shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, and photo studios; the quaint alleyways has become popular, especially among the younger generation.
Every nook and corner is also Instagram-worthy in this newtro-themed neighborhood.
Relive Your Favorite Itaewon Class Moment
If you love Itaewon Class, then your next Seoul visit can make you take mementos when you visit the featured filming spots in the drama.
In particular, the pedestrian overpass near Noksapyeong Station (Seoul Subway Line 6) and pub Danbam from the drama made frequent appearances in the drama.
Fans of the drama or the original “Itaewon Class” webtoon series are also recommended to visit Kkulbam, an actual pub that replicates Danbam from the series. Kkulbam is run by the original webtoon artist and located only a 1-minute walk away from Itaewon Station.
Take a Souvenir Shot With Sewon Plaza as Background
Korean drama Vincenzo featured this building as Geumga Plaza. Popular films like The Thieves and Haunters were also filmed in this building.
Take a trip to some tourist attractions nearby, such as the UNESCO-registered Jongmyo Shrine, Ikseon-dong, and Gwangjang Market.
Check out Traditional Art At Insadong
Situated in the heart of the city, Insadong houses alleys that are seemingly art galleries for extensive and interesting displays of traditional items.
Along with those, traditional restaurants, cafes and teahouses abound in the thriving neighborhood. If you are looking to experience a temple stay, you can head to Templestay Information Center.
Add a Dose of Serenity On Your Seoul Tour At Jogyesa Temple
Include a dose of tranquilizing activity in your dream Korean vacation by visiting Jogyesa Temple. If you are up for a complete calming experience, opt for a temple stay.
To truly immerse as a traveler, one must pay respect to the local’s religious beliefs. After a stroll in Insadong, one of South Korea’s revered Buddhist temples can be stumbled upon.
K-Travel: Engulf Yourself With Peace And Serenity At Jogyesa Temple
Pack your bags, seal your tickets and take your dream vacation tour with these suggested Seoul destinations!
Source/Photos: abbyinhallyuland | Visit Korea
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