Seoul Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern building with a circular glass facade and a large circular structure in front.
A busy street with a brick building labeled "NeJ" and a "seaTree" store.
A modern building with a distinctive curved roof and purple lighting, situated by a waterfront with a city skyline in the background.
An aerial view of a city with dense urban buildings, a large green park, and a theme park with roller coasters and a lake.
A busy urban street lined with various shops and restaurants, including Starbucks and 7-Eleven.

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Where to stay in Seoul

Find the best Seoul areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A bustling street lined with shops and trees, decorated with hanging lanterns.

Insa-dong

Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A narrow street lined with various shops and signs, including a vintage music bar and a gelati shop.

Itaewon 2-dong

If you're spending some time in Itaewon 2-dong, Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Namsan Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

A traditional Korean building with a wooden door and tiled roof.

Samcheong-dong

You'll enjoy the museums and cafes in Samcheong-dong. You might want to make time for a stop at Bukchon Hanok Village or Blue House.

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Beautiful room. Incredible pool area (but unfortunately, it’s an extra fee which they don’t tell you until you see it on your bill - I didn’t like that. The breakfast buffet was wonderful."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

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HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is 4.648.724 ₫ per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
4.648.724 ₫
5.113.596 ₫ total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,693 reviews)
"Nice and clean, convenient!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is 4.177.851 ₫ per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
4.177.851 ₫
4.595.636 ₫ total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay at the Glad Mapo hotel in Seoul. Hotel is ideally located, right next to Gongdoek station which made travelling around Seoul very easy. Room was perfect with walk in shower and plenty of space. Breakfast was good especially the Asian selection. Highly recommend a stay here, very reasonable ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

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Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites

4 out of 5
18 Insadong 4-Gil Jongno-Gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,636 reviews)
"Great venu with an amazing staff always ready to help you. Venue is in a great location with many shops and restaurants within walking distance. I would highly recommend Orakai Suites especially if you are planning on a long stay in Seoul"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

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Oakwood Premier Coex Center

Oakwood Premier Coex Center

5 out of 5
46, Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,656 reviews)
"We booked a month ahead and I got an entire one bedroom suite with large kitchen for a very reasonable cost. I stayed there for the Cosmobeauty show. A little confusing to figure out how to access the mall from inside but once I realized I just had to step outside and walk to the left, the mall and ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

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Uljiro Co-Op Residence

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

3 out of 5
246, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,846 reviews)
"Overall you do get what you pay for,but the area is very convenient for central seoul room is rather small but functional Shower a bit cramped. Overall the building shows age Gym isn't very useful if you're looking for a serious workout"

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A bustling urban street at night with illuminated storefronts and a crowd of people.

Myeongdong Street

8.6/10 (5,537 reviews)
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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A traditional Korean pavilion, a red building, and a stone pathway in a park with a hill and trees.

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A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and mountains in the background.

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A large, modern train station with multiple tracks and a covered roof structure.

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