A Perfect Day in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Seoul is a city where ancient traditions meet modern life. And there鈥檚 no better way to experience this than by exploring its palaces, hidden neighborhoods, and food scene all in one day. If you鈥檙e looking for a mix of history, culture, and delicious Korean food, this itinerary is for you. Add a little Travelglaze to your day.
I didn鈥檛 plan it this way, but I accidentally ended up with a hotel right next to Ikseon-dong-and what a lucky mistake that was!
After a long flight from Amsterdam to Seoul, I arrived late in the evening, completely exhausted. I thought I鈥檇 just crash at the hotel. But then I stepped outside and saw Ikseon-dong鈥檚 glowing lanterns, colorful hanok buildings, and buzzing little alleyways. There was no way I could resist.
That night, I had the best introduction to Korean BBQ imaginable-perfectly grilled meat, endless side dishes, and that addictive smoky flavor. Then came the surprises: a cheese shop where everything (yes, everything) was made of cheese, and a croissant bakery with a line so long I knew it had to be something special. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
I didn鈥檛 plan it this way, but I accidentally ended up with a hotel right next to Ikseon-dong-and what a lucky mistake that was!
After a long flight from Amsterdam to Seoul, I arrived late in the evening, completely exhausted. I thought I鈥檇 just crash at the hotel. But then I stepped outside and saw Ikseon-dong鈥檚 glowing lanterns, colorful hanok buildings, and buzzing little alleyways. There was no way I could resist.
That night, I had the best introduction to Korean BBQ imaginable-perfectly grilled meat, endless side dishes, and that addictive smoky flavor. Then came the surprises: a cheese shop where everything (yes, everything) was made of cheese, and a croissant bakery with a line so long I knew it had to be something special. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: A Perfect Day in Seoul
Guide Location: South Korea » Seoul
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Kitty Van Der Kroon
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Guide Location: South Korea » Seoul
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Kitty Van Der Kroon
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Changdeokgung Palace
- Secret Garden
- Pyeongyang Myeonok
- Ikseon-dong
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Insadong
- Tteuran Tea House
- Jogyesa Temple
- Cheonggyecheon Stream
- Myeongdong
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