Why Seoul?
Seoul, the city that never sleeps
The city's metro area is home to roughly 20 million residents, whose penchant for working long hours has helped transform the country into an economic power in the last half-century. When the capital city's residents need a break, there's a host of options open to them. Seoul is bursting with cultural events, a buzzing nightlife and lively eating spots. The once-grim industrial megacity is looking towards the future -- an ambitious urban regeneration drive has helped it earn the designation of World Design Capital this year -- but the rich cultural heritage of its past is also at your fingertips.
Activities
Things to do in Seoul
The National Museum of Korea
Visitors can fully enjoy its six galleries in the Permanent Exhibition Hall arranged by period and theme. These special exhibition galleries featuring various themes, diverse guided-tour programs to deepen visitors' understanding, the Children's Museum, where kids can enjoy and learn with the five senses, various educational programs, and digital contents using cutting-edge technologies.
Address:
137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Starfield Library
Located in the center of COEX Mall, Starfield Library is an open public space where anyone can freely come to sit down, take a break, and immerse themselves in books along with other bibliophiles. A wide selection of books in various genres such as humanities, economics, hobbies, etc. are readily available.
Address:
513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Blind Spot Venue
Blind Spot is a venue that's just as good in the morning as it is late at night. While signature 'forest and seasonal-inspired' teas are served during the day, it takes on a different life at night offersing a range of bespoke and signature cocktails. So no matter what time you visit, it's the perfect place to meet up and enjoy a drink.
Address:
1st Floor, 23 Jangmun-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul