Hike in North Seoul and get views of the city and some fresh air at Buhansan National park.

Exchange Korean won for "Yeopjeong," old Korean coin currency to purchase side dishes from market vendors and make a lunchbox.

Hanok Village West of Gyeongbokgung. Lots of small shops, art galleries, cafes and hanok-style houses.

The presidents residence is now open for doors! Make a reservation online and see the inside of this important building.

See some of Seoul's remaining city walls and take a stroll at Naksan park. Check out the surrounding artsy neighborhood of Hyehwa as well!

Famous views of Seoul in one of the most well-preserved hanok villages in Seoul. Walk up the hilly streets and enjoy the view!

A hanok village now filled with cute cafes. It's my favorite hanok village and a former hidden gem that's not-so-hidden anymore :)

An iconic urban revitalization project, can you believe that this beautiful stream used to be a highway?

Try traditional Korean foods and eat your way through Gwangjang market's food alley! This has appeared on Netflix travel shows and is a favorite of locals and tourists alike.

One of Seoul's best art museums located right by Gyeongbokgung. Free entry for 24 years and younger!

While only around 1/3 of this palace has been restored, it has beautiful walkways and it close to the Seoul Museum of History.

This palace has been meticulously restored and was the first rebuilt after Japanese invasion in the 1500s. It is a UNESCO world heritage site and has a famous secret garden inside!

A palace mainly for secondary royal residences, it was destroyed many times by the Japanese. During the Japanese colonial period, the palace was turned into a zoo and botanical gardens. The gardens still remain at this palace.

The main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty and one of the most iconic historical sites in Seoul!

Small hanok village at the foot of Namsan. Traditional tea shops, cafes, and tours offered every week. 

A lively neighborhood that gets even livelier at night! Eat some delicious street food and go shopping in Myeongdong! 

Another traditional market. Check out the old South Gate of Seoul while you're in the area!

Designed by Zaha Hadid, DDP is one of the most iconic modern buildings in Seoul. Go for a stroll, to visit an exhibition, or for shopping inside or in one of the malls outside the building. 

Stroll along this stone path by the palaces and feel the history of the Joseon dynasty. Don't be surprised if you see many couples here- it is now a famous date spot!

Deoksugung Palace is the smallest of Seoul’s palaces. The name Deoksugung Palace means “Palace of virtue and longevity” in the spirit of praying for long life for Emperor Gojong.

A former courthouse since 1895, it hosted the Supreme Court after the forced Japanese occupation of Korea. Now, it is a beautiful art museum in a historic building.

A contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and a permanent exhibition of Korean art. Beautiful location in Itaewon!

Located in the former military headquarters, it is a full museum on Korea's military history and the Korean War.

You can see N Seoul Tower everywhere in North Seoul, so you have to go up once, right?

Learn about Korea past and present and get a beautiful view of Namsan tower at this amazing museum. BTS also performed here (find the place markers on the floor of the museum!)

Formerly a restricted oil tank area, now these tanks have been turned into cultural spaces with gardens and green spaces.

A former prison during Japanese occurpation where Korean independence movement activists were imprisoned. Learn about the history of the Korean independance movement and their fight for freedom here.

The iconic stairs at Ewha Women's University are stunning. 

A quieter neighborhood by Hongdae, it has it's own personality. Up and coming neighborhood, also by Mangwon market.

Walk through Yeonnam-dong the Forest Park (oftencalled Yeontral park by locals). This is the quieter side of Hongdae :)

Go shopping and catch some street performances in one of the most famous neighborhoods in Seoul.

Do as the locals do: rent a bike, order chicken, and have a picnic at Yeouido Hangang Park!

Affordable shopping heaven-- this underground shopping malls stretches across multiple subway stations and sells comsetics, phone accesories, and lots of clothes. 

One to two hour hike to one of the best peaks in Seoul! The top features a buddhist temple and great views over the south part of the city.

Tree lined street with high-end shopping, fancy cafes, and good restaurants!

A beautiful walk during cherry blossom season, this forest is close to Yanjae flower market.

A viewpoint that looks out over the entire city of Seoul. Stunning!

A mini-Disney in Seoul!

The street between Gangnam station and Sinnonhyeon is busy with stores, side streets with hidden bars, restaurants, and escape rooms!

A giant mall complex with an aquarium, movie theater, and so many things to do. You won't get bored here!

Seongsu is a former factory district that now has many art galleries, cafes, and restaurants. Get off at Ttukseom or Seoul Forest Sation.

A beautiful part with a lake, walking and biking paths, and even deer you can feed! This part has many benches dedicated to K-celebs.

A zoo, a lake, a theme park, a cable car up a mountain, a contemporary art museum, all in one place! Visit when the weather is nice :)

A UNESCO world heritage site! Inside the fortress is a cute cafe street and some art and history museums. 

Jump back in time at the Korean folk village and experience life in ancient Korea!

Walk through this modern urban green space, rent a boat, and enjoy one of Korea's newest international cities, Songdo!

Walk through Incheon's chinatown and eat some delicious Korean-Chinese food!

The filming location of "Winter Sonata" and now a beautiful day trip, this small island sits in the middle of a river in Gapyeong. 

Ride Rail Bikes on old train tracks in Gapyeong, passing through rail tunnels and with beautiful mountain views.