RegioneSeoul
Periodo MiglioreApr–Jun & Sep–Oct
Stay4–6 days
Panoramica
Seoul (서울) is one of the essential stops in South Korea, located in the Seoul region. Joseon royal palaces, hanok lanes, 24-hour night markets, K-culture and mountain fortress trails.
With direct connections via KORAIL KTX & SRT High-Speed Rail, Seoul rewards a stay of 4–6 days so you can balance major landmarks with neighborhood cafés, markets, and easy half-day excursions.
Cosa Vedere e Fare
- Gyeongbokgung Palace & Gwanghwamun Gate: Flagship 1395 Joseon dynasty royal palace framed by Bugaksan Mountain; catch the 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (free entry in hanbok).
- Changdeokgung Palace & Huwon Secret Garden: UNESCO World Heritage palace renowned for its Rear Garden (Huwon) pavilions and lotus pond — reserve timed Secret Garden tickets online in advance.
- Bukchon Hanok Village & N Seoul Tower: Walk the preserved hilltop hanok alleys between the palaces in the morning, then ride the Namsan Cable Car up to N Seoul Tower for sunset city views.
Cucina Locale e Specialità
- Gwangjang Market Bindaetteok & Mayak Gimbap: Crispy mung-bean pancakes ground on stone mills, mini mustard-dipped gimbap rolls, and hand-cut kalguksu noodles at Korea's oldest permanent food market.
- Korean Charcoal BBQ (Hanwoo & Samgyeopsal): Table-grilled marbled Korean Hanwoo beef and thick-cut pork belly wrapped in perilla and lettuce leaves with ssamjang, grilled garlic, and kimchi.
- Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup) & Chimaek: Whole young chicken simmered with Korean ginseng, jujube, and glutinous rice near Gyeongbokgung, or crispy Korean fried chicken with draft beer by the Han River.
Come Arrivare e Muoversi
Seoul is served by KORAIL KTX & SRT High-Speed Rail and intercity express trains as well as regional airport transfers. Book high-speed legs 2–6 weeks ahead for early-bird fares.
The historic core of Seoul is best explored on foot, supplemented by contactless tap-to-pay metro, tram, or bus lines.
Dove Dormire
- Budget: Well-connected hostels and guesthouses within a 10-minute walk of Seoul's central station or metro lines.
- Mid-range: Boutique 3-to-4-star hotels near the historic center and pedestrian promenade.
- Luxury: Heritage 5-star grand hotels and design properties with concierge access and views.