10 Best Places To See In Seoul & Make Your K-Drama Dreams Come True

Seoul has five royal palaces scattered all over, and Gyeongbokgung is the largest and the most striking one among them. It was built back in 1395, under the Joseon dynasty and embodies that era in its full capacity. You will get free guided tours, with re-enactments of royal life and expansive displays of art and artefacts. Another cool fact about this place is that if you wear the traditional attire, hanbok, then you can enter the palace for free, which adds a unique touch and makes this experience even more memorable.

Timings: 9 AM - 6:30 PM

Entry Fee: INR 189

If you have seen the K-drama True Beauty, then you already know this place. Known by many names—YTN Seoul Tower, Namsan Tower, or Seoul Tower —this 236-meter tall tower acts as a communication and observation tower between Namsan Mountain and Central Seoul. It is the second tallest tower in Seoul and offers a bird's eye view of the city. You'll also find loads of cafes and fine dining spaces inside the tower to refuel yourself. We recommend coming here in the nighttime for the most beautiful experience.

Timings: 10 AM - 10 PM

Entry Fee: Free

This beautiful Buddhist temple is a well-known tourist spot in Seoul with a 23-meter Maitreya Buddhist Temple Statue. Established in 794 during the Silla period, the place houses more than a thousand years of history and heritage. During the late Joseon Dynasty, monk Yeonggi built a library here that houses 81 volumes of the woodblock carvings of the Flower Garland Sutra, one of the most influential Mahayana scriptures, among other Buddhist scriptures.

Timings: 5 AM - 9 PM

Entry Fee: Free

This residential neighbourhood in Seoul is an absolute must-visit. The houses are restored in the traditional Hanok style, giving you a glimpse of the old-world charm of Seoul. While you're here, visit the many art galleries and get souvenirs from shops all around.

Timings: Open 24 hours

Entry Fee: Free

To learn more about Seoul's history, visit the National Museum of Korea. It houses five thousand-year-old artefacts, paintings, and everything from the GOJOSEON period to the OSEON dynasty. The museum is super well-built and managed. We recommend coming here in the morning hours and opting for guided tours.

Timings: 10 AM - 6 PM

Entry Fee: Free

The War Memorial of Korea commemorates the wars that South Korea has been a part of over the years. It was also the former army headquarters and was established to reflect on the lessons of war and the hopeful reunification of North and South Korea. You will spot statutes and names of individuals who fought in the Vietnam and Korean War.

Timings: 9:30 AM - 6 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Spread over a massive area of 80 km, Bukhansan National Park houses many temples, granite peaks, and dense evergreen forest. If you love nature and want to revel in some picturesque views, then the spectacular variety of flora and fauna will delight you. During autumn, you can spot beautiful maple leaves alongside rushing streams with an aesthetic background of Bukhansan Mountain.

Timings: 4 AM - 5 PM

Entry Fee: Free

We are sure this is on your itinerary, but in case you have missed it, make sure you add it now. Lotte Adventure World is a huge theme park packed with many rides and attractions that ought to delight. It has an outdoor theme park called Magic Island, an artificial island on the lake connected through monorails, a shopping mall, a luxury hotel, an observation tower, a Korean folk museum, and movie theatres. While it's fun for adults, it's an absolute crime to miss if you're travelling with kids. 

Timings: 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Entry Fee: INR 2,960 for adults and INR 2,204 for kids

This gem is for the shopaholic in you! It is a bustling shopping area with national, local, and international fashion and beauty brands. This place is also packed with the best street food, where you can enjoy the original Korean fried chicken or other delicious delicacies. It is also regarded as the ninth most expensive shopping street in the world.

Timings: 12 PM - 10 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Though Seoul has some of the most amazing museums, this one is a special visit because of the very unique art it holds. It is the largest museum in Seoul, which records prehistory until modern times and programmes like educational outreach initiatives, exhibitions, screenings, workshops, and performances, along with organising talks. Everything to present and decode contemporary art that is rooted in the true essence of South Korea's history. Its not only a visual delight but also reaches your senses, making it non-negotiable on any Seoul's itinerary.

Timings: 10 AM - 8 PM

Entry Fee: Free