South Korea

Seoul

Palaces by day, Hongdae by night.

Palaces, Hongdae nightlife, Gangnam shopping, and a café culture that never slows down.

Recommended: 4–6 daysBest season: Spring or autumn

Things To Do

History

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Seoul's largest royal palace, with a changing-of-the-guard ceremony.

Nightlife

Hongdae

University-district nightlife, street performances, and indie cafés.

Shopping

Myeongdong

K-beauty flagship stores and street-food stalls in the heart of the city.