South Korea’s capital and largest city, Seoul offers an intoxicating blend of old and new, with high-tech features and ancient traditions both vital parts of local life. Book your flights to Seoul with EVA Air and enjoy great movies, shows, music, and games on our interactive Star Gallery entertainment. 

Top things to do and see in Seoul

There are five major royal palaces Seoul, each offering an enticing glimpse into the past. The grand Gyeongbok-gung houses two cultural museums: the Korean Folk Museum and the Joseon Palace Museum. Deoksu-gung palace has western designs, contrasting with the city’s other royal legacies. Other historic and cultural highlights include Jongmyo Shrine, Bongeun Temple, and the gates of Namdaemun and Dongdaemun.

For fresh air and nature, Namsan Park, Yongsan Park, and Olympic Park are ideal. Visit N Seoul Tower for sweeping city views, have family fun at Lotte World, Soul Land, and Everland, shop for arts and souvenirs at Insa-dong, upgrade your electronics at Yongsan Electronics Market, and browse all the latest fashions at Myeongdong.    

Best time to travel to Seoul

Spring and autumn have the most pleasant weather in Seoul. It may a bit crowded with tourist in summer and winter is an ideal time if you want to experience the cityscapes coated in snow and ski in nearby mountains.