Seoul Tourist Spots

A collection of 22 places curated by Elizabeth Hunt

Tourist

Places in this collection

  1. GT Tower

    attraction

    Seoul, South Korea

    Pose against the backdrop of the wave-inspired building, a testament to Gangnam’s impressive architecture.

    GT TowerView on Google Maps

  2. Starfield Library

    attraction

    South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam District, Yeongdong-daero, 513 스타필드 코엑스몰 B1

    Immerse yourself in books and snap insta-worthy pics in this stunning library.

    Starfield LibraryView on Google Maps

  3. Gangnam Style Sculpture

    attraction

    524 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea

    Recreate the iconic Gangnam Style moves by the statue right outside the Coex Mall.

    Gangnam Style SculptureView on Google Maps

  4. SEA LIFE COEX, Seoul Aquarium

    attraction

    513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea

    Explore the Shark Kingdom at Coex Aquarium for an enjoyable marine experience.

    SEA LIFE COEX, Seoul AquariumView on Google Maps

  5. Bongeunsa Temple

    attraction

    531 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea

    Visit a historical marvel with over 1,000 years of legacy.

    Bongeunsa TempleView on Google Maps

  6. Banpo Bridge

    attraction

    Banpo-dong, Seocho District, Seoul, South Korea

    Witness the Guinness World Record-holding Banpo Bridge Fountain, a breathtaking nighttime spectacle.

    Banpo BridgeView on Google Maps

  7. Gwangjang Market

    shop

    88 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

    A market with a variety of food options, including garlic buns, mung bean pancakes, steamed dumplings, tteokbokki, and mochi donuts.

    Gwangjang MarketView on Google Maps

  8. Yongwangsan Skywalk

    attraction

    Yongsan-ri, Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea

    Offers panoramic city views, 224-meter barrier-free deck, 10-meter high walkway above the forest, LED lighting at night, near Yongwangsan Forest Café

    Yongwangsan SkywalkView on Google Maps

  9. RYSE, Autograph Collection

    accommodation

    South Korea, Seoul, Mapo-gu, 130 Yanghwa-ro, RYSE, Autograph Collection

    Hotel, check-in 15:00 / check-out 12:00

    RYSE, Autograph CollectionView on Google Maps

  10. Apex

    bar

    97-10 이태원제1동 Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea

    Bar, 18:30 – 01:00 (Closed on Tuesdays)

    ApexView on Google Maps

  11. Hwanho Park Space Walk

    attraction

    30 Hwanhogongwon-gil, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

    Attraction, 10:00 – 17:00 (Until 18:00 on weekends / Closed on the first Monday of every month)

    Hwanho Park Space WalkView on Google Maps

  12. 모모쥬 동물원 제주신화월드점

    attraction

    South Korea, Jeju-do, Seogwipo-si, 특별자치도, 주소 Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, 98 F303

    Zoo, 10:00 – 19:00 (Open daily)

    모모쥬 동물원 제주신화월드점View on Google Maps

  13. 용마산 스카이워크 (Yongmasan Skywalk)

    attraction

    Myeonmok-dong, Jungnang-gu, Seoul, South Korea

    Skywalk

    용마산 스카이워크 (Yongmasan Skywalk)View on Google Maps

  14. Cafe Onion Seongsu

    cafe

    8 Achasan-ro 9-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea

    Yummy pastries in a restored hanok (come at opening)

    Cafe Onion SeongsuView on Google Maps

  15. Hyundai Card Music Library

    attraction

    246 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea

    Pick a record, drop it on the turntable, listen, sign up for the Hyundai Card app on the cafe floor

    Hyundai Card Music LibraryView on Google Maps

  16. BORNTOSTANDOUT Flagship Hannam

    shop

    South Korea, Seoul, Yongsan District, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, 43-1 1층

    Make your own scent from 60+ oils, pick six, mix drop by drop, fine-tune, leave with a spray and roll-on (room spray and diffuser as add-ons), Green No. 6 - tobacco, patchouli, hyacinth, bamboo, pear, bergamot

    BORNTOSTANDOUT Flagship HannamView on Google Maps

  17. Audeum Audio Museum

    attraction

    6 Heolleung-ro 8-gil, Seocho District, Seoul, South Korea

    Kengo Kuma designed audio museum, aluminium pipe facade, warm wood and engineered acoustics inside, not just sound, texture, light, scent, free but reservation-only, slots go fast

    Audeum Audio MuseumView on Google Maps

  18. The Hangul Moment

    activity

    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, 종로구 Jong-ro, 72-1 더로드바버샵 3층

    Quiet little classroom in the heart of Insadong, apron on, brush in hand, learn the basics, work through the strokes at your own pace, halfway through, a traditional tea break - the Korean method, not an afterthought, finish your piece, leave with your scroll

    The Hangul MomentView on Google Maps

  19. Taejongdae

    attraction

    24 Jeonmang-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Fresh seafood grilled at your table, ocean right there, very local, very loud, very good, one of those meals you don’t find on English lists

    TaejongdaeView on Google Maps

  20. Yongmasan

    attraction

    Jungnang-gu, Seoul, South Korea

    Roughly a 2-hour round trip, 3 with photo stops, go up for sunset, the whole city unfolds in front of you, a bit of a workout, and a side of Seoul most people miss

    YongmasanView on Google Maps