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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Seoul [2025]
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N Seoul Tower
4.6
/5
7190 reviews
7.9
From € 10.46
Based on 9,632 reviews
Seoul Station | 1.9 km from downtown
Phone +82 2-34559277
Address: 105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
French restaurant with Seoul views
Revolving restaurant (Top of the tower)
Saved by 7421 users3046 positive reviews
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I was a bit skeptical if it was worth it going up the tower, but it was overall a great experience. I enjoyed waiting for the sunset and having a glimpse of Seoul's skyline both during the day and night. I went during the week and I did non have to queue up the elevator and in the tower it was not too crowded. I recommend you have a stop at the bathroom on the lower floor, the view from it is amazing.
I traveled to South Korea and came to Seoul. I stayed in the Namdaemun area. As one of the landmarks, the N Seoul Tower is very conspicuous, and I also requested a room with a view of the Seoul Tower, so I could see the tower from the room. This tower is located in Namsan, Yongsan District, Seoul. It was formerly called "Seoul Tower" or "Seoul Tower". It was built in 1975. It is said that from 7 to 12 o'clock every night, there are 6 searchlights in the sky to spell out a pattern of blooming flowers - "Flowers of Seoul", but I don't think I found it during my trip. I originally planned to walk down to the tower to take a look, but others said that it looks good from a distance, and it is just a giant tower when you look up close.
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Wild Wild Show
4.8
/5
356 reviews
7.9
Myeong-dong | 1.4 km from downtown
Phone 82-02-544 4786
Address: B1F, Myungbo Art Hall, 47, Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 – Night Attractions
Highlights:
Heart-pounding hunk show experience
Modern dance & fitness show | Outstanding shows
Saved by 1930 users342 positive reviews
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It's definitely worth a visit for girls, haha! Every oppa has double doors🚪, absolutely amazing! Everyone has hidden skills🈶, it's eye-opening. A must-see when you come to Seoul👀No photos or videos are allowed on site!
It is my third and fourth time seeing this show. I booked the VVIP seat and I am so excited to see the new season 2 content. They are tall, handsome, funny , sexy, they also dance well. I am already a big fan.I will for sure fly to Seoul just to see them , I love Justin a lot.
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Everland
4.7
/5
2213 reviews
7.8
From € 20.99
Based on 1,850 reviews
36.2 km from downtown
Phone +82 31-3205000
Address: 199 Everland-ro, Pogog-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Six annual themed celebrations
Korea's largest theme park | 5 areas
Saved by 4739 users1648 positive reviews
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It's worth going~ You need to buy a full-day pass. There is a parade of floats in the evening~ It's beautiful~ Pay attention to sun protection in summer~ Carnivores and herbivores are worth seeing~ You can save time queuing by downloading the app in advance. It's very convenient~ You can get a paper version of the English map at the information center at the entrance~ It doesn't matter if you can speak English, as long as you can see the pictures~
Purchase the ticket with instant confirmation. You only need to scan the QR code at the entrance. Finally got to see the Bao family after so long ❤️❤️❤️
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Namsan Mountain Park
4.8
/5
1098 reviews
7.6
Based on 2,245 reviews
Seoul Station | 2.1 km from downtown
Phone +82 2-3783-5900
Address: 231 Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 50 – Spring Outings
Highlights:
Memorial for Korea's founding father
Over looking city views (Seoul Tower or Cable car）
Saved by 3621 users566 positive reviews
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you can climb up on foot in about 1.5 - 2 hours, from the side of Myeongdong there is a nice village, which is worth a walk. If you have a hard time climbing, it is better to use the funicular. Also, there are almost no kiosks selling water along the way
One of the most famous attraction in Seoul is this park and Seoul Tower on top of it. You can take Namsan Cabel Car to go to the top, return ticket price is around 10$. From top of the mountain, city view is amazing and you can catch good sunset too.
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Myeong-dong
4.6
/5
6441 reviews
7.3
Based on 10,536 reviews
Myeong-dong | 1 km from downtown
Address: Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No.4 of Night Attractions in Seoul
Highlights:
World brands & Korean designers
Fashion center street (0.6 miles) | Fashion Landmark
Saved by 4560 users1530 positive reviews
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The following is a review of Myeongdong: Advantages - Good shopping experience: This is a paradise for shoppers, bringing together many international brands, Korean local brands and various trendy brands, with a wide variety of goods, including clothing, shoes, cosmetics, accessories and other goods. There are large high-end shopping malls such as New World Department Store and Lotte Department Store, as well as comprehensive shopping centers such as Migliore, and many duty-free shops, with a wide variety of shopping options. - Rich food: you can taste a variety of delicacies, there are authentic Korean traditional dishes such as crab sauce, barbecue, stone pot bibimbap, etc., there are also special snacks such as fried chicken, fried rice cakes, fish cakes, etc., in addition to Western restaurants, fast food restaurants, coffee shops, etc., to meet the taste needs of different people. - Strong cultural atmosphere: Myeongdong Holy Church is the earliest Catholic Church in Korea, with a unique Gothic architectural style, with high historical and cultural value and artistic appreciation. There are also retro neighborhoods such as Tea Cave and Wuqiao Cave Food Culture Street in the surrounding area, full of cultural and artistic atmosphere. Convenient transportation: Located in the center of Seoul, Metro Line 4 Myeongdong Station is directly accessible, and you can directly enter the core area of Myeongdong from multiple exits. There are also many bus lines passing by, which makes it easy for tourists to go to other attractions in Seoul. - Perfect service facilities: most merchants employ Chinese-speaking waiters, and Chinese volunteers on the street, which is convenient for Chinese tourists to ask. There is a police station on Myeongdong Street. If you have any emergency situations such as loss of documents, you can directly ask the police. Banks and currency exchange shops are numerous, which is convenient for tourists to exchange money and handle financial business. Disadvantages - Crowded tourists: As one of Seoul's hottest tourist attractions, Myeongdong attracts a large number of tourists every day, especially during holidays and tourist seasons, the streets are crowded, and often need to queue up when shopping in shopping malls and restaurants, which will affect the experience of playing. - The quality of goods is uneven: some Myeongdong merchants have the phenomenon of selling fake goods, especially some low-priced goods and souvenirs, tourists need to have a certain ability to distinguish to avoid buying fake goods. - Higher prices: Since Myeongdong is a bustling commercial center and the higher rental costs have led to higher prices for some goods and catering relative to other regions, it may be necessary to spend cautiously for tourists with limited budgets.
A lot of halal restaurants around this area, can get crowded at peak times but still a vibe. Better to go shops at other branch instead of myeongdong if want to avoid crowd.
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Myeongdong Nanta
4.7
/5
1032 reviews
7.2
From € 18.91
Based on 547 reviews
Myeong-dong | 612m from downtown
Phone +82-2-7398288
Address: 3F, 26 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2024 Asia 100 - Night Attractions
Highlights:
fused with traditional Korean percussion
Wordless comedy shows (90 mins)
Saved by 2148 users881 positive reviews
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Very entertaining and enjoyable performance. Even without an intermission, the 1.5hrs went by quickly as the show was fast paced and very energetic. Certainly with reserving a night out for this show.
It’s a super fun show. Funny performance for everyone. But the theatre is too small so the seats are very close for sitting.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace
4.6
/5
5247 reviews
7.2
From € 5.95
Based on 11,037 reviews
Insadong / Bukchon | 1.5 km from downtown
Phone +82-2-3700-3900
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno District, Seoul
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 50 – Fall Viewing Attractions
Highlights:
Unique scenery in every season
More than 600-year-old Korean palace
Saved by 5378 users1251 positive reviews
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The palace was built in 1395 (Hongwu, Ming Taizu, 28 years), and has undergone many destruction and reconstruction. The palace is named after the word "Jingfu" in "Jingfu" in "Songs of Songs". The area and regulations of the palace are strictly followed by the patriarchal relationship with the patriarchal state of China. The county palace under the rule of the Prince was built according to the system of the Ming Dynasty palace. All buildings are distinguished from the yellow of the Chinese palace in the color of Danqing. 🪁 On the 50th anniversary of the Korean Guangfu Rehabilitation in 1995, the three governments of Jin Yong demolished the Japanese-occupied buildings on the grounds of restoring their traditional culture and "clearing the symbols of the Japanese rule period", and the original site began a large-scale restoration of the Gyeongboku Palace and its annex buildings. In August 2010, South Korea rebuilt the Guanghua Gate, which was originally called "de-Chineseization" and was restored to a traditional Chinese character plaque.
Walking in the streets of Seoul, Gyeongbokgung Palace is like a shining pearl, quietly telling an ancient story. Stepping into the palace gate, it seems to travel through time and space, and the quaint buildings shine solemnly in the sun.
Walking along the Junghwajeon, every brick and tile carries the weight of history. The cultural relics displayed in the palace silently tell the glory and vicissitudes of the Joseon Dynasty. I stood in front of the palace, looking up at the tall building, and a feeling of awe surged in my heart.
Walking in the garden in the palace, the trees are green and the flowers are blooming. The koi in the pond are leisurely and contented, as if they are also enjoying this quiet time. I strolled along the corridor, admiring the surrounding scenery and feeling the perfect fusion of history and nature.
Gyeongbokgung Palace is not only a palace, but also a witness to a period of history. Here, I seem to see the rise and fall of the Joseon Dynasty, and feel the unique charm of Korean culture. This is an unforgettable trip, which gave me a deeper understanding of Korean history and culture.
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Bukchon Hanok Village
4.7
/5
2122 reviews
6.8
Based on 5,379 reviews
Insadong / Bukchon | 1.8 km from downtown
Phone 02-2133-1371
Address: 37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Traditional hanok & modern gallery restaurant
Trying on traditional Korean clothing | Photography
Saved by 5988 users1010 positive reviews
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Suitable for Hanfu punching in, there are many foreigners, you can visit the order along Qingwatai, Jingfu Palace, and Beicun Hanok Village. The area of Hanok Village is not very large. The main street is an alley with a slope, about 500-600 meters long. There is an ice cream shop at the end of the alley, which tastes great! 👒🪁️👒
Walking in the Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul, it seems like traveling through time and space and returning to the Joseon era hundreds of years ago. This place was once a gathering place for aristocrats, and now it still retains the quaint Korean house buildings, with blue tiles, white walls, wooden doors and windows, and every detail exudes the charm of history.
Walking along the narrow alleys, there are scattered Korean houses on both sides, and occasionally you can see the busy figures of residents in the yard, with a strong atmosphere of life. The eight views of Bukchon are even more beautiful. Looking down from the hillside, the roofs of the entire Korean house are undulating, and they are set off by modern buildings in the distance, perfectly blending tradition and modernity.
Walking through it, you can also experience various traditional crafts, such as learning to make traditional Korean knot art in the workshop and feeling the charm of handicrafts. When you are tired, find a cafe transformed from a Korean house, sit in the courtyard, drink a cup of fragrant coffee, and enjoy a moment of tranquility.
Bukchon Hanok Village is not only a tourist attraction, but also a living history museum that makes people linger.
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Lotte World Tower
4.7
/5
346 reviews
6.8
From € 15.46
12.5 km from downtown
Address: 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea
No.7 of Night Attractions in Seoul
Highlights:
Nightly LED light show spectacle
Nightly vibrant LED light show
Saved by 1531 users332 positive reviews
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Great views over seoul and also next to the Olympic park. Highly recommend
Очень понравилось! Была второй раз! Понравились профессиональные фото и их быстрое четкое изготовление. Много классных сувениров!
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Sea Life COEX Aquarium
4.6
/5
849 reviews
6.8
From € 13.58
Based on 48 reviews
Gangnam | 9.2 km from downtown
Phone +82-27007200
Address: 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Seoul
Highlights:
Unique photo experience offered here
Over 40,000 marine creatures | 14 themed areas
Saved by 3540 users650 positive reviews
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A wonderful complex for events. The aquarium is very beautiful and large, there live rare and amazing underwater animals, some of which I saw for the first time. Here you can see and get to know sharks and rays in a large aquarium on the ceiling and walls. Everything was very interesting and exciting.
A wonderful complex for events. The aquarium is very beautiful and large, there live rare and amazing underwater animals, some of which I saw for the first time. Here you can see and get to know sharks and rays in a large aquarium on the ceiling and walls. Everything was very interesting and exciting.
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