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This guide is a one-stop resource for your trip to Seoul, South Korea. From essential Korean phrases, where to stay, what to see, where to eat, and more. This isn't your typical tourist guide but my personal recommendations and trips from living and working in South Korea. I'll also set you up with some insider tips that only locals know from living in Korea. [About the author] ✍🏻 As an Australian expat who has lived in South Korea since 2022, I know firsthand how it can be overwhelming to navigate a new country. That's why I've personally curated a list of places, tips, and information from living and travelling in South Korea. You'll be getting personal recommendations from someone who has lived in Korea compared to the ordinary tourist providing recommendations. Curious about me? Check out the 'about me' section on my website. You can find more about me and FREE resources to help plan your trips to Korea and beyond! [GUIDE FEATURES] ❗️Korea Travel Essentials (Must Have Apps, Data Connectivity) 🤫 Insider tips for visiting Korea (Sneak peek into Korea Survival Guide) 🚆Getting around Seoul ☞ How to use public transport like a local. ☞ Recommendations for the travel passes (save $$) 💬 Useful Korean travel phrases 🛏️Where to stay in Seoul ☞ Best Hanok stays in Korea ☞ Best places to stay in Seoul (Over 7 areas to choose from) ☞ Recommendations for temple stays 📍Where to Go in Seoul (13 Areas to Visit in Seoul) ☞ Breakdown of must-visit areas in Seoul & things to do in these areas ☞ From well-known areas & local recommendations ☞ Tips & recommendations on avoiding tourist traps 🛍️Where to shop in Seoul (Best shopping Areas) ☞ 11 Best shopping areas in Seoul for different budgets & styles ☞ Recommendations for Korean brands (clothing, K-beauty, K-skincare) ☞ Insider tips on avoiding tourist inflated prices ☞ Best markets in Seoul (Food, souvenirs, clothing) 🚶🏻‍♀️Recommended Activities ☞ 11 top things to do in Seoul ☞ Recommendations for cultural villages, museums & galleries, workshops. ☞ Recommendations for Korean Tea Houses ☞ Cafe hopping (sneak peek into Cafe & Restaurant Guide) ☞ + 5 best day trips from Seoul 🗺️ Recommended Places to visit (Palaces, Hanok Villages, museums, temples, and more) ☞ Recommendations on popular tourist spots & hidden gems ☞ Diverse locations (parks, gardens, art galleries, museums, theme parks, best views, palaces, temples &. more!) 📸 Best Photo Spots in Seoul (Instagrammable Places) 🌃 Things to Do at Night in Seoul 🥘 Recommendations on where to eat (Restaurants & Cafes) ☞ Sneak peek into popular Korea Cafe & Restaurant Guide) [EXCLUSIVE features] 💸 Discount code for another guide! 🗺️ Interactive map guide - Access this guide on the go via this link or the FREE Thatch app. ✨ Helping you avoid tourist traps & overrated spots by giving you local hidden gems. 🔗 Includes Naver Map links making it easy to navigate in Korea. 🇰🇷 Korean names making it easier to search online. 🤫 Sneak peek into my popular guides (tips & recommendations I've never told anyone else!)

South Korea has always been one of my favourite countries that I've ever been to, and I will always have a soft spot for this country. Seoul has amazing things to do and see, from ancient palaces to modern skyscrapers, traditional markets to trendy boutiques, and mouthwatering street food and restaurants in alleyways frequented only by the locals. Here is my one-week itinerary in Seoul. I've stayed in 3 different hotels during my stay, alternating between Myeongdong, Dongdaemun and Mapo. It allowed me to discover plenty of things in each neighbourhood. And I have also included some tours that I went on, which was incredibly amazing! I hope this itinerary will help you find your way to the best places in Seoul, just like I did and fell in love with this city all over again. Save this guide for your next trip to South Korea!

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, has everything you could wish for in a travel destination. It's a captivating mix of history and modernity, seamlessly blending the nation's culture and values. As one of the world's largest cities, Seoul is a hub of international cultures, yet it remains deeply rooted in Korean tradition. That's why I believe Seoul should be the perfect starting point for your Korean adventure. Spending five days in Seoul, South Korea is just right for catching all the buzz-worthy highlights of this city. In this guide, I'll walk you through the best things to experience in Seoul, ensuring an unforgettable journey through this dynamic city. Includes : 👉🏻 Detailed plan for each day 👉🏻 Where to Stay 👉🏻 Things to Do 👉🏻 Place to Eat 👉🏻 Shopping Spots