Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문) – Homepage www.heritage.go.kr Sungnyemun Gate is Korea’s National Treasure No. 1, and its unofficial name is Namdaemun Gate. Sungnyemun Gate is the largest castle gate stone structure with an arched entrance in the middle. There’s a column on top of a platform, raising the roof, distinguishing the upper stories and lower stories…

Bukhansan National Park (Seoul District) (북한산국립공원(서울)) – Homepage www.knps.or.kr – Tel +82-2-909-0497 Bukhansan Mountain was officially designated as a national park in 1983. Bukhansan National Park covers both Bukhansan and Dobongsan Mountains, and spans a total area of 80.699 ㎢. At the top of Bukhansan Mountain are Baegundae Terrace (835.6 m), Insubong Peak (810.5 m)…

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (동대문역사문화공원) – Homepage www.ddp.or.kr Dongdaemun History & Culture Park is a park established on the former site of the Dongdaemun Stadium. It serves as a thematic park showcasing the history and culture of Seoul, while also providing a space to experience modern design and culture. During the park’s development in…

Haneul Park (하늘공원) – Homepage parks.seoul.go.kr Haneul Park is one of five parks that make up World Cup Park, together with Peace Park, Nanjicheon Park, Nanji Hangang Park, and Noeul Park. It was established for the purpose of restoring the ecological environment so operates its facilities by using natural energy. It features a silver grass…

Seoul Children’s Grand Park (서울어린이대공원) – Homepage www.sisul.or.kr Opened in May 1973, Seoul Children’s Grand Park is a theme park situated among green forests and fields with a total area of 56,552㎡. It contains a zoo, arboretum, amusement park, and performance venues. Seoul Children’s Grand Park has been a beloved part of Seoul, a paradise…

Lotte World Tower & Mall (롯데월드타워&롯데월드몰) – Homepage www.lwt.co.kr – Tel +82-2-3213-5000 Lotte World Tower was designed with a conceptual motif inspired by Korean ceramics and writing brushes. With 123 floors total, the tower is the fifth tallest building in the world, standing at 555 meters. The tower contains galleries, cafés, and a luxury hotel,…

Seochon Village (서촌마을) Seochon Village is the name given to the area to the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a historic village, home to old shops and hanok buildings that have stood the test of time. Korean traditions and contemporary sensibilities coexist within Seochon Village’s maze-like alleyways, creating the unique ambience that makes the…

Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil Road (신사동 가로수길) – Homepage korean.visitseoul.net The ginkgo tree-lined street (Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil) that runs from Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3) to Hyeondae High School is a popular, upscale street in Seoul. The street (also known as ‘artists’ street’) has an eccentric flair thanks to its variety of charmingly decorated coffee shops, and designer…

Gangnam (강남) – Homepage www.gangnam.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) – Tel +82-2-3423-5114 Gangnam Subway Station area is the prime district for those living south of the Hangang River. Gangnam-daero Avenue links Teheran-ro Road in the east to Jamsil and Sadang in the west. Kyobo Tower Crossroad connects Express Terminal to Noryangjin and west of Seoul….

Gwanghwamun Gate (광화문) – Homepage gwanghwamun.seoul.go.kr – Tel +82-2-3700-3900 Built in 1395 under the reign of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty, Gwanghwamun Gate is the southern gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is also the main gate of the palace, therefore larger and fancier in comparison to the other gates. Gwanghwamun Gate…