Brian & Michelle
Things To Do
Gyeongbokgung
The main royal palace out of five from the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeonbokgung is expansive and a main tourist attraction for history fans. Some notable museums in Seoul are the National Folk Museum of Korea, Seoul Museum of History, and the War Memorial of Korea.
Ikseon-dong
This area is known for their many cozy cafes, boutique shops, and diverse restaurants in hanok houses and a maze of alleyways. *Cheongsudang Bakery (Cafe, Dessert) *Wheat Toast (Mil Toast) (Bread) *Damsot (Korean) *ChoiDining Icksun (Japanese) *OnCheonJip (Shabu Shabu)
Seongsu-dong
Seongsu-dong became a popular and trendy spot for the younger generation the past couple of years and it shows through the many cafes and brand named stores. It's a hot spot for pop-ups (short term stores for brands to collab or promote new merch), and recently opened up one of the biggest Olive Young stores. They also have a location for Jayeondo salt bread that was, in Brian's words, life changing. *Jayeondo Salted Bakery (salted bread) *Beurre Beurre (Ice Cream) *Rapeure Flute Seongsu (dessert cafe) *Hanjungsun (fruit mochi cafe) *Olive Young N Seongsu (makeup/skincare) *Musinsa Standard Seongsu (clothing) *Kodak Corner Shop (Kodak merch) *Tamburins Seongsu (perfume) *Peaches. D8NE (clothing) *Amore Seongsu (makeup/skincare) *Choi Dining (Japanese fusion) *Seongsu Darak (Western Korean fusion) *Gogong (meat restaurant) *Mapletop (American brunch)
Namdaemun Market
Try visiting a traditional market to try different types of food! Other notable markets are Mangwon Market, Gwangjang Market, and Gyeongdong Market. *Vegetable Hotteok stall *Kalguksu Alley *Dumplings/ Wangmandu
Lotte Mall
Home to the indoor theme park Lotte World and Kidzania (both fun and kid friendly, but beware of long lines!), Lotte Tower, Lotte Duty Free shopping, Zettaplus (supermarket), brand name stores, an aquarium, and more!
Han River
If you're interested in a picnic, ramen by the riverside, or renting bikes to ride! Two famous Han River locations are by Yeouido (nearby is the famous Hyundai Seoul shopping mall) and Banpo Bridge.
Hongdae
Hongdae is filled with college youngsters, fast moving trends, street busking performances, shopping, good food, bars, and a nightlife that lasts 'til the early morning. North of Hongdae is also cafe street Yeonnamdong. *CU Ramen Library (DIY ramen) *Oreno Ramen *Sarukame *Woosamzip (meat restaurant) *Antique Coffee (cafe/dessert) *object store Seogyo *Kakao Friends *Sanullim1992 (makgeolli/restaurant)
Suwon
Take a day trip to Suwon to walk along the Hwaseong Fortress, do some shopping and cafe hopping at Haengnidangil, and end the day at the Starfield Suwon with its Instagrammable library and various stores.
Busan
If you're here for some extra days, consider taking a train to Busan to experience delicious seafood, Gwanggalli Beach, Jagalchi Market, and the biggest indoor sauna at Spa Land Centum City.