South Korea
Seoul travel guide
Seoul is fast, layered, and runs on coffee, BBQ, and Wi-Fi everywhere. Each neighborhood has a distinct identity. K-beauty, K-fashion, and K-food are all worth your time. The subway is excellent.
When to visit
Best months: Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Spring (cherry blossoms in early April) and fall (foliage in mid-late October) are stunning.
Avoid: Summer is hot and humid with monsoon rain; winter is bitter cold but clear.
Where to stay
Myeongdong
shopping, central, touristy · best for first-timers
Hongdae
young, live music, late-night · best for nightlife
Gangnam / Apgujeong
upscale, plastic surgery row, K-pop · best for luxury
Bukchon Hanok Village area
traditional houses, alleys · best for culture
Itaewon / Hannam
international, restaurants, cafés · best for repeat visitors
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