BEST 5 TOURIST ATRRACTIONS IN SOUTH KOREA

I prefer go to South Korea in autumn , usually start from end of September to end of November. The weather is not too cool or too hot, and the leafs start turning into red or yellow,make the scenery looks more beautiful. So, this is my review for best tourist attractions in South Korea that I think you should go there when you are in South Korea.

1. N-SEOUL TOWER

The N Seoul Tower is the highest point in Seoul and is a must-see tourist destination for those hoping to get a panoramic view of Seoul.  

Directions to the Namsan Cable Car
1) Myeongdong Station (Subway Line 4), Exit 3 / Take road to the right of Pacific Hotel and walk for 10min
2) From Hoehyeon Intersection (Myeongdong & Hoehyeon stations, Subway Line 4) walk towards Namsan Tunnel #3 and take the free Namsan Oreumi elevator to the cable car station.

Several years ago, a TV program’s main characters visited the terrace and attaching 2 padlocks to the fence as a symbol of their undying love. Today, tens of thousands of love locks can be found hanging around the terrace with new locks appearing each day as testaments to couples’ unfailing love.

2. NAMI ISLAND

No trip to Seoul would be complete without a visit to Nami Island. It is a famous tourist attraction with different sceneries during each season, with autumn and winter seems to be the best season to visit Nami Island.

 

Subway (cheaper but more transits)
Please go to Sangbong Station (line no.7) and take Gyeongchun Line. It takes about 45 minutes to reach Gapyeong Station (1800 won one way). Get off at Gapyeong Station, take a taxi to Namiseom parking lot (travel time: 10-15min, 3000 won). Take the ferry from Namiseom Dock to Namiseom Island. (travel time: 5-6min)

The entrance fee for Nami Island is 10.000 Won

There are so many activities you can get in Nami, rent bicycle around the island, riding a sky bike, make an art from clay,taking picture or just walking around the island.

3. Mt.SORAK

Seoraksan is the highest mountain in the Taebaek mountain range in the Gangwon Province in eastern South Korea. It is located in a national park near the city of Sokcho.

 

How To Get There:

Take the subway from Myeongdong station to Express Bus Terminal station on Line 3. There are buses leaving every 30-40 minutes for Sokcho, the largest city near Mt. Seorak (called "Seoraksan" in Korean).

Here is a pic of the bus schedule, click here

4. MYEONGDONG, & INSADONG STREET 

Myeongdong is the most popular shopping district in Seoul, much like Orchard Road to Singapore and Bukit Bintang to Kuala Lumpur. Unlike Namdaemun or Dongdaemun, many designer brands are sold in Myeongdong. In addition, several major department stores include Lotte Department Store, Shinsegae Department Store, Myeongdong Migliore, Noon Square and M Plaza.

 

Egg Muffin

The egg muffin in Myeongdong is so yummy,this is a "must try" street food you should have in Myeongdong. Dont forget to try Tteokboki as well.

INSADONG

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is a tourist attraction in Seoul which represent Korean traditional culture and crafts. Stores located along the main road of Insadong is selling wide variety of traditional goods and souvenirs such as hanbok (traditional clothing), hanji (traditional paper), traditional teas, pottery, and folk crafts.

 

When in Insadong, remember to try a unique Korean snack called hotteok. It is made with wheat flour dough filled with dark brown sugar, cinnamon, sesame, and chopped peanuts. The filled dough is griddled and flattened into a large circle. 

Getting Here
Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 6.
Go 100m straight, then turn left.
OR
Jonggak Station (Seoul Subway Line 1), Exit 3.
Go straight 300m, and turn left at the 4-way Intersection.
Go straight 100m, and take the left road towards Insadong-gil Road.

5. Gyeongbokgung Palace 

Gyeongbokgung, also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea.

Getting there: Use exit #5 of Gyeongbokgung Station | Subway Line #3.

Opening Hours as followed: March to October 09:00-18:00 / November to February 09:00-17:00. Closed on TUESDAY. Each entry cost 3.000won. Don’t forget to witness the change of guard ceremony.

This is some useful apps that can makes your life easier to commute. Seoul subway and train can be confusing especially during the transferring and which exit to use.These apps are free and can be found in Android & Iphone playstore. I hope this tools can help you to plan out your itinerary.

1. Subway Korea (Android)

2. Seoul Metro Subway Map& Route (Android)

3. Jihachul, Korea Subway Map

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