Hello there, fellow wanderers! If you're looking for a luxurious, mouth-watering, and culturally rich weekend, then buckle up because Seoul is calling your name!
Kickstart your weekend on a Friday night with a delicious dinner at JungsikJungsik, where modern Korean cuisine meets fine dining. Their tasting menu is a gastronomic adventure you won't want to miss. After, head to Love MuseumLove Museum in Hongdae for a playful and cheeky experience.
Saturday morning, treat yourself to a hearty breakfast at Butterfinger PancakesButterfinger Pancakes, where American-style pancakes are an art form. Then, stroll around Bukchon Hanok VillageBukchon Hanok Village, a serene neighborhood filled with traditional Korean houses. Don't forget your camera, the views are Instagram-worthy.
For lunch, dive into a bowl of bibimbap at GogungGogung before your afternoon spa session at Sulwhasoo SpaSulwhasoo Spa. Believe me, their Ginseng treatment is a game-changer.
In the evening, let your tastebuds dance at MinglesMingles, a Michelin-starred restaurant with a knack for pairing traditional Korean flavors with modern techniques. The grand finale? The vibrant Noryangjin Fish MarketNoryangjin Fish Market for late-night snacks and Soju.
Sunday is all about art and shopping. Start with a visit to Leeum Samsung MuseumLeeum Samsung Museum to appreciate Korean art, both traditional and contemporary. For lunch, Choigozip HongdaeChoigozip Hongdae offers the best fried chicken in town. After, shop till you drop at MyeongdongMyeongdong, a shopping mecca that has something for everyone.
Before you fly out Sunday afternoon, wrap up your journey with a visit to the Namsan Seoul TowerNamsan Seoul Tower. It's the perfect place to say goodbye (for now) to this incredible city.
Best Hotels in Seoul
- Best Trendy Hotel: GLAD Live GangnamGLAD Live Gangnam
- Best Luxury Boutique Hotel: The Shilla SeoulThe Shilla Seoul
- Best Budget Boutique Hotel: Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul MyeongdongIbis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong
- Best BonVoy Hotel: JW Marriott SeoulJW Marriott Seoul
- Best Hyatt Hotel: Park Hyatt SeoulPark Hyatt Seoul
- Best Hilton Hotel: Millennium Hilton SeoulMillennium Hilton Seoul
Best Places in Seoul
- Favorite Restaurants: JungsikJungsik, MinglesMingles, GogungGogung, Choigozip HongdaeChoigozip Hongdae
- Favorite Coffee Shops: Cafe MamasCafe Mamas, Anthracite Coffee RoastersAnthracite Coffee Roasters
- Favorite Attractions: Bukchon Hanok VillageBukchon Hanok Village, Noryangjin Fish MarketNoryangjin Fish Market, Namsan Seoul TowerNamsan Seoul Tower
