From Palaces to Alpacas: A Whirlwind Seoul Adventure

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Top Attractions in and around Seoul

In Seoul
1. Gyeongbokgung Palace
• Historic royal palace with beautiful architecture and the changing of the guard ceremony.
2. Insadong
• Cultural neighborhood filled with antique shops, teahouses, and art galleries.
3. Myeongdong
• Shopper’s paradise for K-beauty, fashion, and street food.
4. Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
• Futuristic architecture, exhibitions, and design markets.
5. Hongdae (Hongik University Area)
• Youthful neighborhood famous for indie music, clubs, cafes, and street performances.
6. Lotte World Tower & Mall
• Korea’s tallest building with panoramic city views (Seoul Sky), luxury shopping, and the Lotte Aquarium — home to over 55,000 marine creatures across themed zones.
7. Starfield Library (COEX Mall)
• Stunning open public library with towering bookshelves and a modern design, perfect for photos and quiet time.
8. Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae)
• Former presidential residence, now open to the public with guided tours and beautiful traditional architecture.

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Outside Seoul (Easy Day Trips)
9. Nami Island (Namiseom)
• Romantic island famous for tree-lined paths, Korean dramas, and scenic nature.
10. Alpaca World (in Gangwon Province)
• Family-friendly farm where you can feed and walk alpacas, plus other animals and nature trails.
11. Gangchon Rail Bike
• Scenic pedal-powered rail car ride along an old railway with river and mountain views, near Nami Island.