Top things you've got to do and see in seoul korea

1. Top Things You've Got to Do and See in
Seoul Korea
The Korean Peninsula is a peninsula in East Asia extending
southwards for about 680 miles from continental Asia into
the Pacific Ocean and is surrounded by the Sea of Japan (East
Sea) to the east, and the Yellow Sea to the west. It is divided into
North and South Korea and this guide is for South Korea which is
situated in the southern half of the peninsula. South Korea has a
rich culture steeped in history, a quiet countryside and vibrant
cities. South Korea is definitely a place to visit at least once in
your lifetime. With so much to see and do, it can be quite
overwhelming planning a trip to the ‘Land of the morning Calm’
but with this South Korea travel guide you can relax and vacation

2. easily. So, without further ado, let’s head out and explore the
peninsula of wonder!
Seoul Tower
The Namsan Seoul tower is a landmark that has truly become a
multi-cultural venue and representative of Seoul. With a top that
towers 1,575 feet above sea level, it is considered one of the
tallest towers in East Asia. Originally established in 1969 as a
radio and television broadcast tower, it has just been recently
opened to the public. Opening the Namsan Seoul tower to the
public made it the first tower-type tourism destination in Korea.
We also can’t forget about the Observatory, Ssentoy Museum
and Hello Kitty Island.
Gyeongbokgung Palace

3. Gyeongbokgung Palace, or the northern palace, was built in 1395.
It is the largest of all five palaces in South Korea and, arguably the
most beautiful. Between 1592 and 1598, a period characterized
by a Japanese invasion, the palace was destroyed in a fire.
However, between 1852 and 1919, during the reign of King
Gojong, and under the leadership of Heungseon Daewongun, the
palace was restored. The Hyangwonjeong pond and the
Gyeonghoeru pavilion have remained relatively unscathed and
are remarkable structures that represent the Joseon Dynasty.
Shrouded in history, it’s no wonder this is a major tourist
attraction and the first stop on our list! Let’s see what else South
Korea has to offer.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Our next stop in our South Korea travel is Bukchon Hanok Village.
Bukchon translates into “northern village,” which is quite fitting
since it sits surrounded by the ‘Northern Palace’ or
Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Changdeokgung Palace and the

4. Jongmyo Shrine. Bukchon Hanok village also acquires its name
because it lies just north of two significant landmarks in Seoul:
the Cheonggyecheon stream and Jongno which means Bell
Street. Home to hundreds of traditional Korean houses, or
‘hanoks’, Bukchon Hanok village dates all the way back to the
Joseon Dynasty. These hanoks, today, furnish visitors with an
opportunity to immerse themselves in, and experience,
traditional Korean culture. They operate as guest and tea houses,
restaurants and cultural centers, preserving the atmosphere of
the Joseon Dynasty. This 600+ year old urban village, with its
narrow streets and alleyways primed for exploration, makes this
the second stop on our list. Let’s keep exploring!
Everland Resort
Our trip to South Korea wouldn’t be complete without stopping
at the Everland resort. Nestled in dense hillsides approximately
25 miles or 40 kilometers south of Seoul in Yongin (A city in the

5. Gyeonggi-do province) lies the massive Everland theme park.
Everland Resort’s theme park is divided into five zones which
house diverse attractions that everyone can enjoy. The resort
also hosts several different themed festivals all year long.
Everland’s five zones include European Adventure, American
Adventure, Zootopia, Magic Land and Global Fair. It’s no wonder
this theme park and resort was voted 16th in the world for
amusement park attendance in 2014. With various festivals,
themed areas and rides, Everland constantly, without failure,
keeps its visitors entertained day after day. And although you
may never want to leave Everland, it’s a safe bet that South
Korea can never come up short in ‘wowing’ its tourists. So, let’s
see where we are off to next.
Nanyi Island

6. Take A Boat from Seoul To Namiseom Island. What would this
trip be if we didn’t stop and catch a ferry to the beautiful half-
moon shaped island an hour away from the suburbs of Seoul?
Namiseom Island’s half-moon shape was formed by the
construction of the Cheongpyeong dam. The island also houses
the grave of General Nami, who led his troops to victory against
the rebels during the 13th year of King Sejo’s reign of the Joseon
Dynasty between 1455 and 1468. This historic island is also
famous for its beautiful tree-lined roads and underground cabling
rather than above-ground telephone poles, which preserves the
natural feel of the landscape. Aside from its history and beauty,
there are several tourist attractions that are fun for couples as
well as the whole family. If you’re looking for a thrill visit the
island’s theme park or stop by the water sports facility if you’re
up for a little water skiing. Now, aren’t you glad we caught the
ferry? OK, we’re off to our next destination.
Lotte World Adventure

7. Yay! We just arrived at Lotte World Adventure! This place holds
the Guinness World Record for the largest indoor theme park. It
also has an outdoor amusement park aptly called ‘Magic Island’.
Magic Island is an artificial island in the middle of a lake that is
linked by a monorail. The island also provides luxury hotels,
shopping malls, movie theaters and more. When they came up
with the name of this wonderland, they weren’t kidding about
the adventure! Now let’s see what other adventures await us on
our trip to South Korea!
Skiing
Mid-December through the end of February is peak ski season for
South Korea. Its high altitudes, abundant snowfall, and well-
developed ski resorts, make this country a great winter sports
destination. It’s no wonder that South Korea is set to host the
2018 Winter Olympics. South Korea’s ski resorts have slopes for
any skill level and offer common amenities such as walking trails,

8. day spas, sled rides for children and gondolas. You can also ski
any time day or night since many of the resorts offer night skiing
with lit slopes.
Shopping : Myeongdong and Dongdaemun
Myeongdong and Dongdaemun are huge shopping districts full of
shopping malls and department stores that sell top-end clothing,
accessories and cosmetics. In both shopping districts visitors can
find virtually every Korean and international cosmetic imaginable.
Myeongdong is more tourist-friendly and has more upscale malls,
whereas Dongdaemun furnishes better deals, but since they are
only a stop away from each other you can have the best of both
worlds.

9. Shows: COOKIN’ NANTA, BIBAP
Cookin’ Nanta is a non-verbal performance show that first
premiered in 1997 in the Nanta Theater located in Seoul on
Seodaemun by city hall. It’s a comically-charged 100-minute
performance of four cooks who must prepare an entire wedding
banquet in one hour. Cookin’ Nanta is not only one of Korea’s
most popular musicals, but is also the longest running show in
Korean history.
BIBAP is another non-verbal performance show that debuted in
2009. BIBAP is an extremely hilarious and entertaining show
based on the Korean representative dish bibimbap, or rice mixed
with beef and vegetables. Seeing that the performance is non-
verbal, the performers imitate the sound of making bibimbap
with beat-boxing and demonstrate their motions through martial
arts, acrobatics and B-boying. Since its debut it has been well-
received and accepted among global venues and food
conferences and has been touted as a trailblazer of a new

10. culture. Mixing cooking with martial arts, you are sure to be
amazed!
Korean Sauna
While in Seoul stop by and visit one of their saunas, or
jjimjilbangs. Although these saunas are places for peace, quiet
and relaxation, they are progressively becoming social focal
points for friends, families and couples. Beyond socialization,
these saunas also provide detox options that span from anti-
aging to purification. Seoul’s saunas are not only great for
purification, relaxation and socialization but, also for
entertainment. So, as we start to draw our trip to a conclusion, it
wouldn’t be a bad idea to stop by one of Seoul’s jjimjilbangs for a
little rest and relaxation.

11. Making Kimchi
Before we pack up and head home, we have to touch on South
Korean cuisine in order to leave home with a better
understanding of the country’s culture. The best way to learn
about Korea’s traditional food is to try making that food
ourselves. Seoul offers a variety of cooking classes to its
international guests to teach them how to make popular dishes.
These popular dishes include bibimbap, royal cuisine and kimchi
plus many others. The length of these classes varies depending
on the dish or dishes being taught but most can be completed in
a half-day or less. By signing up for one of the classes can make
your trip to Korea that much more delicious and memorable!

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