Local Food, Attractions & Walking Routes in Seoul
Intro – 북촌 Located between 경복궁 and 종묘, 북촌한옥마을 offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience how people lived during the Joseon Dynasty after exploring royal and ceremonial landmarks in Seoul.After touring Gyeongbokgung Palace, where kings once ruled the nation, and visiting Jongmyo Shrine, where royal ancestral rituals were performed, visitors can walk through Bukchon’s … Read more
Intro – 종묘 Located in the heart of Jongno, 종묘 is one of the most unique cultural heritage sites in Seoul where visitors can experience a traditional Korean royal ancestral ritual that has continued for over 600 years.Originally built in 1395 during the Joseon Dynasty, Jongmyo was used to perform royal ancestral rites for kings … Read more
Intro – 순이네 빈대떡 Located inside Gwangjang Market’s famous Jeon (Korean pancake) Alley, Suni’s Bindaetteok is a popular local food spot that has been featured on Korean TV shows for its crispy mung bean pancakes and budget-friendly traditional Korean street food experience.This is one of the easiest places for international travelers to try authentic Korean-style … Read more
Intro – 광화문 광장 Gwanghwamun Square is one of the main public event spaces in Seoul where visitors can watch live cultural performances, attend seasonal festivals, and occasionally experience K-pop concerts and major national ceremonies held throughout the year. Visitors can take photos with the iconic statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin while … Read more
Intro – 한일옥 If you’re looking for a Korean bulgogi restaurant near Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno, Hanilok is a long-established local restaurant that has been serving traditional Korean-style beef dishes for over 30 years since 1984.The interior offers a clean and slightly upscale dining atmosphere, making it comfortable for international visitors who may be unfamiliar … Read more
Introduction – 양반댁 If you’re looking for a traditional Korean set meal near Insadong in Jongno, Yangbandaek is a well-known local restaurant that serves a full-course Korean hanjeongsik experience.In Korean traditional set meals known as hanjeongsik, each restaurant usually offers its own signature main dish, which means the taste and price may vary from place … Read more
Intro – 원창식당 Planning a walking trip around Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seochon Village?Long walking routes in Jongno can quickly build up physical fatigue — especially before visiting major attractions nearby. Wonchang Sikdang is a hidden local Dakgomtang (Korean chicken soup) restaurant located in a quiet alley near Gyeongbokgung Palace that many visitors unknowingly walk past. … Read more
Intro – 우리할매떡볶이 If you’re exploring the Jongno district near Gyeongbokgung Palace and want to try a popular Korean street food combo, this local tteokbokki set is a convenient takeout-friendly option. It includes spicy mil tteokbokki (wheat rice cakes), odeng (fish cake skewers), sundae (Korean glass noodle sausage), and assorted fried snacks served on a … Read more
Intro – 통인시장 Tongin Market is a traditional local market located in the Jongno district of Seoul, within walking distance of Gyeongbokgung Palace.It is best known for its unique lunchbox café experience where visitors can purchase Korean side dishes using traditional coins.Tongin Market has recently become a popular Korean market food experience hotspot in Jongno, … Read more
Intro – 서촌 Seochon is a traditional neighborhood located west of Gyeongbokgung Palace in the Jongno district of Seoul.Known for its charming hanok-style streets, local cafes, and authentic Korean restaurants, Seochon offers visitors a chance to explore a quieter and more traditional side of Seoul’s cultural heritage.Unlike more crowded tourist areas, Seochon provides a relaxed … Read more