Dont missunderstand me: Those spots are all worth a visit and I’m not trying to say “Don’t go there!” 😄 I just want to give alternatives in case you’re looking for some other exciting places in Seoul 🙌🏼🇰🇷 1) GWANGJANG & TONGIN MARKET Next to Gyeongbokgung Palace you can find an awesome district called Seochon - and one part of it is the Tongin Market! 🍱 Check my reels for Gwangjang & Tongin Market Tips 🙌🏼 2) BUKCHON & NAMSANGOL HANOK VILLAGE I recently shared my tips for Bukchon Hanok Village and got asked for other Hanok Villages within Seoul. I really liked Namsangol Hanok Village as it still has this great Namsan view, is less crowded and just a nice walk away from the Namsan Cable Car. 🏯💃🏼 3) HANRIVER CRUISE & YACHT This is actually the only Activity where I would 100% recommend the alternative! The Yacht cruise is not much more expensive, but therefore more private, calm, seagull-free and cozy 😍🌊 Send me a message with “HANGANG” for the Yacht Tour Link 🤍 And let me know if you want a part 2! #seoul #korea #sightseeing #alternatives #tourist #touristspot #hiddengem #offthebeatenpath #southkorea #seoultrip #visitseoul #koreatrip #hanriver #hangang #bukchonhanokvillage #gwangjangmarket
Attraction
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Cultural landmark
4.6
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
Seochon Hanok Village
Landmark
4.3
Namsan Cable Car
Attraction
4.2
This aerial tram takes passengers on a 3-minute trip in a glass cable car with panoramic city views.
Gwangjang Market
Market
4.2
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
Tongin Traditional Market
Market
3.8
Longtime marketplace providing shops, sit-down counters & stalls with traditional Korean grub.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Landmark
4.4
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
Namsangol Hanok Village
Landmark
4.3
Tours & cultural programs inside a recreated Korean village with 5 restored hanoks, built 1392–1910.
Namsan
Natural feature
4.7
Prominent mountain offering hiking, picnic areas, a broadcast tower & sweeping city views.
Activity/Tour
Seoul One Day Sightseeing Tour with N Tower and Lunch
Activity