Seoul

Seoul Synopsis

Dive headfirst into Seoul and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Seoul rewards curiosity - find ancient palaces alongside futuristic architecture, and neon-lit streets that lead to late-night food markets. Our on-the-ground experts have made kimchi at a cooking class at O'ngo, joined a guided kayak paddle at Ttukseom Hangang Park, and gazed at the city from the Lotte World Tower. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Seoul travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip, including:

• Easy-to-use design that helps you navigate Seoul effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Seoul
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Gyeongbokgung and Deoksugung to Seoul Botanic Park
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Seoul culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Gwanghwamun & Jongno-gu, Myeong-dung & Jung-gu, Western Seoul, Itaewon & Yongsan-gu, Gangnam & Southern Seoul, Dongdaemun & Eastern Seoul, Northern Seoul plus day trips to Incheon, Ganghwado, Paju, Bucheon, Gwangmyeong, Gwacheon, Suwon, Yongin, Icheon, Gwangju, Guri, Yangpyeong, Gapyeong

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Seoul.