Holiday in Seoul

City in South Korea — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇰🇷

Country

South Korea

Type

City

Best time to travel

March–May (cherry blossom), September–November (autumn foliage)

Budget/day

70–120 €

Getting there from Germany

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Incheon (ICN) in 10.5 hours. Airport Express AREX takes you to the city in 43 minutes.

About Seoul

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is a fascinating metropolis that combines 600-year-old palaces and ultra-modern technology, K-Pop glamour and the tranquility of Buddhist temples into a unique urban experience. The 10-million city pulses around the clock and sets global trends in technology, fashion, music, and gastronomy. The five grand Joseon palaces shape the cityscape: Gyeongbokgung with its daily changing of the guard in historical costumes, Changdeokgung with its Secret Garden (UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the picturesque Deoksugung. The Bukchon Hanok Village with its hundreds of traditional Hanok houses between the palaces uniquely blends tradition and modernity. The N Seoul Tower on Namsan offers panoramic views over the endless city. Korea's culinary culture is a revelation: Korean BBQ, where you grill meat at your own table, Bibimbap, Tteokbokki, and of course Kimchi in countless variations are part of everyday life. The street food markets Gwangjang and Namdaemun offer culinary adventures. Gangnam represents modern, affluent Seoul with shopping and K-Pop cultural sites, while Hongdae hosts the creative indie scene with live music and street art. Spring (cherry blossom) and autumn (foliage) are the most beautiful seasons.

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Food
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Urban
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Nightlife
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Romance
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Top 5 highlights in Seoul

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Gyeongbokgung Palace

The largest of the five royal palaces in Seoul with the changing of the guard, the Gyeonghöru Pavilion, and the National Museum – best experienced in a Hanbok (traditional attire, free entry!).

2

Bukchon Hanok Village

An entire neighborhood of traditional Korean wooden houses (Hanok), nestled between two palaces – like a time travel in the middle of the metropolis.

3

Myeongdong & Namdaemun

Seoul's shopping epicenter: K-Beauty, street food, and the largest department store in Asia. In the evening, the streets transform into a huge night market.

4

N Seoul Tower (Namsan)

The observation deck on Namsan Mountain offers a 360° view over the entire city – the love locks on the terrace are legendary.

5

Hongdae

The university and creative district is the heart of youth culture in Seoul: indie music, street art, noraebang (karaoke), and clubs until dawn.

Hotels in Seoul

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Best time to travel for Seoul

Recommended travel time

March–May (cherry blossom), September–November (autumn foliage)

Summer

Hot and humid, 28–35 °C, monsoon rains in July/August, then sunny

Winter

Cold and dry, -10 to 3 °C, clear skies, occasional snow – ideal for hot springs

How much does a holiday in Seoul cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

35–55 €

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

70–120 €

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

200–400 €

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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4 travel tips for Seoul

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Buy a T-Money card at the airport – it works on all subways, buses, and even in convenience stores.

Many palaces offer free entry if you wear a Hanbok – rental shops are available from 10,000 Won (€7) around Insadong.

The best Korean BBQ experience is not in tourist areas, but in Mapo-gu around Mangwon Station.

Seoul has free Wi-Fi almost everywhere – in subways, parks, public buildings. Look for 'Seoul WiFi'.

Food & drink in Seoul

These specialties you must try!

Korean BBQ (Samgyeopsal) — Grilled pork at the table, wrapped in lettuce leaves with garlic, Ssamjang, and Kimchi – a social experience.
Bibimbap — Rice with vegetables, egg, and Gochujang (chili paste), served in a hot stone bowl – arguably the most famous Korean dish.
Tteokbokki — Rice cakes in spicy red sauce – the most popular street food snack in Korea, found on every corner.
Kimchi Jjigae — Hearty kimchi stew with tofu and pork – the ultimate comfort food for cold days.
Bingsu — Finely shaved ice with milk, beans, fruits, and mochi – Korea's answer to ice cream, especially a must in summer.
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