地域・州Seoul
ベストシーズンApr–Jun & Sep–Oct
Stay4–6 days
概要・特徴
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.
主な見どころ・アクティビティ
- 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.
名物グルメ・郷土料理
- 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.
アクセス・交通機関
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.
滞在エリア・宿泊のヒント
- 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.