Seoul Like a Local: Beyond the Tourist Map

#seoulspots

Seoul isn’t just about palaces and neon lights—it’s a city that comes alive when you dive into its hidden alleys, markets, and hangouts like a local. 🇰🇷

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🎯 Highlights
• 🍲 Gwangjang Market – Forget fancy restaurants; try bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) and spicy tteokbokki shoulder-to-shoulder with locals.
• ☕ Ikseon-dong Hanok Alley – A maze of restored hanok houses turned indie cafés and boutiques.
• 🛍️ Hongdae Streets – Home to live buskers, thrift shops, and Seoul’s coolest youth culture.
• 🌿 Bukhansan Hiking Trails – Where locals escape for weekend climbs and temple views.

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🗺️ Getting Around

🚇 Grab a T-Money card for the subway—it’s cheap, fast, and takes you everywhere. Bonus: convenience store snacks are perfect pre-ride fuel.

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🌟 Tips to Blend In
• 🍶 Order soju with street food—it’s how Seoulites do casual dining.
• 🕔 Visit cafés late at night—Seoul doesn’t sleep, and coffee culture thrives after dark.
• 👟 Wear comfy sneakers—locals walk a lot.
• 📱 Download Naver Maps—Google isn’t as reliable here.

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💡 Why Go Local?

Because Seoul isn’t just a stop—it’s a vibe. Skip the tour buses, wander the side streets, and you’ll find the real heartbeat of Korea in everyday life.