25 Free Things to Do in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Seoul is one of the hottest travel destinations in Asia offering a vibrant mix of old and new. The city has been the capital of Korea during many dynasties and is, therefore, home to various historic attractions. Moreover, the city is constantly changing with new architectural gems popping up year after year, such as Lotte World Tower, the tallest building in South Korea, or the Dongdaemun Design Plaza by award-winning architect Zaha Hadid. The cost of living in Seoul is also rising continuously but there are still lots of things do to in the city that you don’t have to break the bank for. Here are 25 free things to do in Seoul.
Many say you haven’t really seen Seoul if you didn’t visit Gyeongbukgung Palace. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most important palace out of the five grand palaces in Seoul and probably the number one attraction in the city. While there is an admission fee of 3,000 Korean Won, you can get free admission to the palace when wearing Korean hanbok. Thousands of local and foreign tourists rent hanbok when visiting the city for the unique experience and memorable travel photos and getting into Gyeongbokgung Palace and other attractions around Seoul for free is an added bonus. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Many say you haven’t really seen Seoul if you didn’t visit Gyeongbukgung Palace. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most important palace out of the five grand palaces in Seoul and probably the number one attraction in the city. While there is an admission fee of 3,000 Korean Won, you can get free admission to the palace when wearing Korean hanbok. Thousands of local and foreign tourists rent hanbok when visiting the city for the unique experience and memorable travel photos and getting into Gyeongbokgung Palace and other attractions around Seoul for free is an added bonus. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: 25 Free Things to Do in Seoul
Guide Location: South Korea » Seoul
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Linda Dunsmore
Read it on Author's Website: http://lindagoeseast.com/2018/05/31/25-free-things-to-do-in-seoul/
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Guide Location: South Korea » Seoul
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Linda Dunsmore
Read it on Author's Website: http://lindagoeseast.com/2018/05/31/25-free-things-to-do-in-seoul/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Gyeongbukgung Palace
- Bukhansan
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Changdeokgung
- Hangang Park
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Hongdae
- Namdaemun
- Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain
- National Museum of Korea
- Ihwa Mural Village
- Seoul Museum of History
- Cheonggyecheon Stream
- Jogyesa
- Gwanghwamun Square
- Seoul Tower
- Namsan Library
- Palgakjeong
- Noryangjin Fish Market
- Bongeunsa Temple
- National Folk Museum
- Insadong
- Seoul City Hall Seosomun
- The War Memorial Of Korea
- World Peace Gate
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