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Attractions - Things to do
1. Gyeongbokgung Palace
1 Sejong-no, Jongno-gu
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What is it? The jewel of Seoul's five historic palaces,
Gyeongbokgung was built in 1395 by Lee Seong-Gye, founder of the
Joseon Dynasty, who established the city as the capital of Korea.
The magnificent rectangular palace, which now contains the National
Museum of Korea, features Royal apartments and state rooms, gardens
and elegant lotus ponds. The palace is still in process of
restoration.
Hours of Operation: Daily except Tuesdays 9am to 7pm, closes at 6pm
November to April
Phone:(0)2 734 2458 |
2. Namsangol Hanok Village
84-1 Pildong 2-ga, Jung-gu
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What is it? Set among the skyscrapers, the Namsangol
traditional Korean village comes as a pleasant surprise. Centred on
five restored Korean historical homes depicting various social
levels from the Joseon Dynasty, the village is a time capsule in
the midst of the city with its peaceful pond and pavilion. Visitors
can not only explore the houses, but also enjoy traditional tea,
shop for souvenirs, browse traditional crafts, or try their hand at
ancient games like 'neolttwigi' (jumping on a see-saw) or arrow
throwing. At weekends in summer traditional wedding ceremonies are
held at midday.
Hours of Operation: Daily (except Tuesdays) 9am to 6pm (March), 9am to
7pm (April, May, September and October); 9am to 8pm (June to
August); 9am to 5pm (November to February)
Phone:(0)2 2264 4412 |
3. Lotte World
40-1 Jamsil-dong, Songpa-gu
www.lotteworld.com/Global_eng/ |
What is it? Fun and thrills are the order of the day at
Seoul's main theme park, which draws about six million visitors
annually. The park is divided into an indoor and outdoor section.
Inside 'Adventure Land' covers acres of streets representing
different countries, which are filled with hundreds of activities,
entertainments, shops, restaurants and ongoing parades. Outdoor
Magic Island, with its fairy-tale castle, offers thrilling
high-altitude rides, laser shows and pleasant walking trails around
a lake. There is also an indoor ice-rink and a fascinating Folk
Museum complete with miniature villages.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9.30am to 11pm
Phone:(0)2 411 2000 |
4. Insa-dong
Insadong Junction, Jongno-gu
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What is it? No visit to Seoul is complete without
exploring the capital's heart and artistic soul: the alleyways of
the Insa-dong district, known colloquially as 'Mary's Alley'. More
than 100 antique shops and countless art galleries are tucked away
here, delighting collectors and casual browsers alike. From ancient
Chinese pottery to yellowed books and delicate jewellery, most
visitors manage to find a treasured souvenir or special gift among
the quaint stores. There are plenty of restaurants, taverns and
traditional teahouses in the area, too, to ensure shoppers stay
refreshed.
Hours of Operation: Daily 10am to 10pm
Phone:(0)2 731 1621 (Insadong Tourist Information
Desk) |
5. Namsan Park
100-177 Hoehyun-dong 1-ga Jung-gu
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What is it? Mount Namsan, the mountain that stands
sentinel in the centre of Seoul, is a popular recreational feature
in the city. A cable car, and stairway, takes visitors to the
summit, where there are several attractions to enjoy, including the
Maritime Aquarium, botanical gardens, fountains and the Seoul
Tower, which, rising 1,575ft (480m), offers a fantastic view of the
city and surrounds. The revolving restaurant on top of the tower is
particularly popular for dinner because of the breathtaking view it
affords of Seoul by night.
Hours of Operation: Namsan Park is open 24 hours every day. The cable car
operates daily: 10am to 10pm daily (closing at 9pm from March to
October). Seoul Tower: 9.30am to 11.30pm (March to October), 9am to
10.30pm (November to February)
Phone:(0)2 775 6222 (Seoul Tower) |
6. Myeong-dong
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What is it? Paradise for shoppers, Myeong-dong is Seoul's
retail haven covering a vast area that spreads out from the
Myeong-dong subway station. Massive department stores, boutiques,
restaurants, fast-food outlets and malls are crammed into this
buzzing district. Brand name clothing and accessories can be had at
good prices at venues like the Lotte or Shinsegae Department
stores, and malls like U-too Zone, or seek out bargains at outlet
stores like Migliore and Avatar. If you need to rest your feet and
your credit card take a look at the famed Gothic style Myeong-dong
Catholic Church, where you'll find a restful
garden.
Hours of Operation:
Phone:(0)2 757 0088 (Myeong-dong Tourist
Information) |
7. Incheon
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What is it? Hop a bus and visit Incheon, a major Korean
port city on the West Sea about an hour from Seoul, where the
surrounding irregular coastline with its islets and mountainous
inland terrain provide a popular getaway from the city. Incheon is
home to the International Airport, but this does not stop it from
being a charming city, surrounded by rice fields, source of the
renowned Incheon flavoursome rice. Since the days of the Joseon
Dynasty the city has also been famed for its therapeutic hot
springs, and the downtown hotels all operate public bath facilities
and swimming pools where visitors can bathe in the spa waters,
claimed to benefit skin ailments, eye problems, neuralgia and
gynaecological diseases. This is also the place to buy ceramics. In
the Incheon Ceramics Village there are hundreds of studios and
shops with traditional wood-fired kilns producing traditional
porcelain.
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Transport -The easiest and quickest way to traverse
the crowded city is on the subway, which has eight lines and serves
all the main areas of interest.
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