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🇰🇷 Seoul

Population 9,700,000
Time Difference
Best Season 9月〜11月
English Level
Tap Water Drinkable

South Korea's capital where tradition meets innovation. A dynamic city blending K-pop, cuisine, and historic palaces.

🌙 Current weather in Seoul

Summer
21.1°C 🌙Mainly clear Feels like 24°C
Humidity 89%
Wind 4.1 km/h
Sunrise / Sunset 05:46 / 19:27
UV Index 6.75 (High)
Today: High 29.1°C / Low 20.9°C Precipitation 0.4mm

7-Day Forecast (Seoul)

Today 8/13 🌦️
29.1° / 20.9°
51%
Fri 8/14 ☁️
28.8° / 22.4°
65%
Sat 8/15 🌧️
27.6° / 23.8°
65%
Sun 8/16 🌧️
29.8° / 23.8°
86%
Mon 8/17 🌦️
30.7° / 23.5°
80%
Tue 8/18 🌦️
30.6° / 23.1°
41%
Wed 8/19 ☁️
33.5° / 23.9°
35%

Access Info

Incheon Airport: ~43 min by AREX express. Gimpo Airport: ~20 min by subway.

Area Guide

Myeongdong

Cosmetics and shopping paradise with abundant street food

Friends Couples Solo

Hongdae

Youth culture and indie music hub with vibrant nightlife

Friends Solo

Gangnam

Modern, sophisticated business and entertainment district

Business Couples

Bukchon & Samcheong-dong

Traditional hanok village with charming cafes

Couples Solo Family

Popular Attractions

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Palace

Main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty with iconic Gwanghwa...

2

Changdeokgung Palace

World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage Joseon palace with magnificent Secret...

3

Jongmyo Shrine

World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage royal ancestral shrine of Joseon kings

4

Changgyeonggung Palace

Palace

Joseon dynasty detached palace with adjacent botanical garde...

5

Deoksugung Palace

Palace

Palace where Western and Korean architecture coexist

6

Namdaemun (Sungnyemun)

Monument

Korea's National Treasure No. 1, historic city gate

7

Bukchon Hanok Village

Historic District

Historic district with preserved Joseon-era traditional hous...

8

Jogyesa Temple

Temple

Head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism

9

National Museum of Korea

Museum

Korea's largest museum with over 400,000 artifacts

10

Seoul City Wall (Hanyangdoseong)

Historic District

Joseon-era fortress wall surrounding Seoul with 600 years of...

Heritage & Landmarks

Local Food & Dining

Events & Festivals

Safety Info

Safety level: (5/5)

Very safe even at night. Minor caution around drunk people in nightlife areas.

Practical Info

Tipping Tipping is not expected. Service charge is usually included.
SIM/WiFi Tourist SIMs from KT and SK available at Incheon Airport. eSIM options available.
Business Hours Shops: 10:30-22:00, Cafes: 8:00-22:00, Convenience stores: 24h.

Accommodation Prices

Area 💰 Budget ⭐ Mid-range 👑 Luxury
Myeongdong 30,000-60,000 KRW 80,000-150,000 KRW 300,000+ KRW
Hongdae 25,000-50,000 KRW 70,000-120,000 KRW 200,000+ KRW
Gangnam 40,000-70,000 KRW 100,000-200,000 KRW 350,000+ KRW

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