Seoul Travel

Population:10,420,000

Currency:South Korean Won (KRW)

Opening hours:Generally opening hours fromaround 9am to 8pm. Several nightmarkets are open throughout thenight. Banks are open Monday toFriday from 9am to 5pm.

Internet:http://english.visitkorea.or.krwww.seoulsearching.comwww.visitkorea.or.kr

Newspapers:The Seoul TimesThe Korea Times

Emergency numbers:Police: 112Fire or Ambulance: 119Red Cross: 1339

Tourist information:Korea Tourism OrganizationAddress: 40 Cheongyecheonno,Jung-gu, Seoul 100-180Opening hours: 9am-8pmeverydayTel: +82 (0)2 1330 (24 hours)http://english.visitkorea.or.kr

SEOULPUBLISHING DATE: 2010-03-10 | COUNTRY CODE: KRContents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafés, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping,Sleeping, Essential Information, Maps

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SEOULSeoul is a city of contrasts in which the ancient and themodern harmoniously coexist. In one sense a hi-tech 21stcentury city, awash with neon lights and the sights andsounds of a 24 hr metropolis, whilst at the same time a cityretaining the majesty and graceful ambience of the ancientdynasties that once ruled. Like the river Han on which it sits,Seoul is constantly moving as it strides boldly into the futurewhilst simultaneously managing to keep one foot firmlyentrenched in its historical past.

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THE CITY #THECITY#

The Jongno-gu area of Seoul is one of themost fascinating districts, symbolising theduality of Seoul as both ancient andmodern. Here the historic palaces and theold quarter of Insadong sit aside Daehaknoor University St, which is the centre foralternative art and is brimming withgalleries, theatres, restaurants and bars.

This dichotomy between the ancient andthe modern is also seen in the district ofGangam, where skyscrapers tower abovethe delicate architecture ofGyeongbukgung Palace. As the city’scommercial centre Gangam is moreworkmanlike than other areas of the city.However, like Myeongdong the city’sfinancial district, Gangam is also becomingknown for its restaurants and bars.

Missing home? Then head for Itaewon theinternational hub of Seoul, whereexpatriates, tourists and locals gather. It isknown for its legendary nightlife whereWestern style pubs and nightclubsproliferate. Failing that a spot of retailtherapy in the Namdaemun andDongdaemun areas should cure all!

DO & SEE #DOANDSEE#

Gyeongbokgung PalaceIf you only have time for one palace visitmake sure this is the one! Built in 1395this is a stunning example of traditionalKorean palatial architecture.

Address: 1 Sejong-no, Jongno-guUnderground: Gyeongbokgung StationPhone: +82 (0)2 732 1931Internet: www.royalpalace.go.kr

National Folk Museum Of KoreaExcellent collection of Korean folkartefacts.

Address: 1-1 Jongno-guUnderground: Gyeongbokgung StationPhone: +82 (0)2 3704 3114Internet: www.nfm.go.kr

Namsangol Hanok VillageRestored Korean village withre-enactments and folk performance onSaturdays.

Address: 84-1 Pildong 2(i)-ga, Jung-guUnderground: Chungmuro Station

Seoul TowerGreat views of the city!

Address: Yongsan-dong 2 -ga San 1-3, Yongsan-guUnderground: Myeongdong Station, then Namsan cable carPhone: +82 (0)2 3455 9277, 9288Internet: www.nseoultower.net

Hangang River Ferry CruiseCruise along the Han River. The nightcruise is spectacular! Check website fordeparture points.

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Address: 85-1 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-guPhone: +82 (0)2 3271 6900Internet: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr

Bukhansan Mountain National ParkEscape the bustle of the city and retreat tothe tranquillity of the mountains. Checkwebsite for transport.

Address: Dobong-gu District, Ui-dong, Gangbuk-guPhone: +82 (0)2 9090 4978

EATING #EATING#

Using the distinctive flavours typical ofAsian cuisine, a meal in one Seoul’s localrestaurants is sure to enliven even themost jaded of Western palates. Look outfor Bibimpab a mix of vegetables, rice andhot pepper paste, topped with a cookedegg, Kalbi barbequed beef ribs marinatedin a spicy sauce and Kimchi Chinesecabbage infused with various spices.

Asia LiveVariety is the spice of life at thisrestaurant. Dishes from all over Asia

Address: 159 Samsung-Dong, Gangnam-gu, 135-732Phone: +82 (0)2 3430 8620

HanwooriA traditional Korean restaurant specializingin meat dishes. Excellent Bibimpab.

Address: 91-18 Nonhyundong Kangnamgoo, Gangnam-guUnderground: ShinSan StationPhone: +82 (0)2 512 3103

OndalServing authentic regional fare withmagnificent views of the Han River. Don’t

miss the Kalbi.

Address: 21 Gwangjang-dong, Sheraton Grand Walkerhill HotelPhone: +82 (0)2 450 4518Internet: www.sheratonwalkerhill.co.kr

Samwon GardenThe largest restaurant in Korea, alsoserves excellent Korean food.

Address: 623-5 Shinsa-dong, Gangnam-guUnderground: AbgujungPhone: +82 (0)2 548 3030Internet: www.samwomgarden.com

Top CloudSophisticated atmosphere withbreathtaking views of the city. Servesselection of grilled meats.

Address: Jongno Tower 33rd Floor, 1-1 Jongno 2-ga, Jugno-guUnderground: Jonggak StationPhone: +82 (0)2 2230 3000Internet: www.topcloud.co.kr

Dimatteo PizzaAuthentic Italian cuisine with selection ofItalian wines.

Address: 1-141 Dongsoong-dong, Chongno-guUnderground: Hyehwa StationPhone: +82 (0)2 747 4444Internet: www.dimatteo.co.kr

La ScalaThe best French restaurant in Seoul withan extensive menu and live classical music.

Address: 169-6 Samsung-dong, Gangnam-guUnderground: Samsung StationPhone: +82 (0)2 555 3851Internet: www.la-scala.co.kr

Nodle RestaurantFloating restaurant on the Han River.Steak specialties

Address: 85-1 Yeouido-dong, Yeoungdngpo-guUnderground: YeouinaruPhone: +82 (0)2 785 4411



CAFÉS #CAFES#

ChagramWith a name meaning "river of tea" expectto face a deluge.

Address: 1-94 Dongsoong, Jongno-guUnderground: Haehwa StationPhone: +82 (0)2 3672 5711

KaonnuriTraditional café with live Korean musicperformances.

Address: 33-14 Jangchon-dong, Seodaemun-guUnderground: Shinchon StationPhone: +82 (0)2 337 0791

SamhwaryongSet in a beautifully restored old house.

Address: 163-16 Haehwa, Jongno-guUnderground: Haehwa StationPhone: +82 (0)2 763 9966

LaputaFast Internet connections and goodselection of drinks.

Address: YBM Sisa Building, 826 Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-guUnderground: Gangnam StationPhone: +82 (0)2 508 8261-3

CascadeCafé in the Sheraton Hotel affording greatviews of the river.

Address: 21 Gwangjang-dong, Gwangjin-guUnderground: Gwannaru StationPhone: +82 (0)2 3705 9146

BARS & NIGHTLIFE #BARSANDNIGHTLIFE#

After a hard day’s sightseeing unwind inone of Seoul’s many bars. Try some of thelocal beers or if you’re brave enough someof the local liquors!

Seoulites work hard and therefore itnaturally follows that they like to playhard. So when the sun goes down the cityswings into party mode with the musicpumping, bodies gyrating and the drinksflowing!

Chong Hak DongTraditional Korean bar! Try the dong-dongju (rice wine).

Address: 31-11 Dongsoong-dong, Jongno-gu, 110-510Underground: Hyehwa Station

Compass RoseLive Jazz every evening.

Address: 87 Sokong-dong, Jung-guUnderground: Kimpo Airport

AlexanderMarvel at the in-house magician as youenjoy a drink.

Address: 400-2 Seokyo-dong, Mapo-guUnderground: Hapjeong Stn

HeavenReggae bar serving up a cool atmosphere.Mixed crowd.

Address: Seogyo-dong, Mapo-guUnderground: Hongik University

M2Dance club with superior sound and light



display. International guest DJ’s

Address: Seokyo Dong 367-11, Mapo GuInternet: www.ohoo.net

Club NbIf you like hip-hop this is the place tocome. Keeps jumping until 8am!

Underground: Kangnam StationInternet: www.clubnb.com

Living RoomSuper cool club with contemporary artworkand designer furniture!

Address: W Seoul Walkerhill Hotel, 21 Kwangjang Dong - A,Kwangjin GuPhone: +82 (0)2 465 2222

Club DrugThe premiere punk club in Seoul draws ayoung and riotous crowd!

Address: 86-35, Sangsu-dong, Mapo-gu,Underground: Hongik UniversityPhone: +82 (0)2 326 3085

SHOPPING #SHOPPING#

If shopping is your thing then Seoulprovides one of the best shoppingexperiences on the planet with choicesranging from ancient marketplaces to sleekhigh-end designer malls!

In the centre of Seoul you will findNamdaemun Market an open-air shoppingextravaganza that has been trading forcenturies! Here you can buy anything froma pig’s head to a Louis Vuitton replicahandbag (Hoehyeon Station). Not far fromNamdaemun is Dongdaemun anotherbustling market area where once again just

about anything can be found. Both stayopen until about 5am.

Other markets worth a visit includeGyeong-dong Oriental Medicine Marketproviding all sorts of miracle cures(Chegi-dong Station) and Noryangjin FishMarket if only to watch the traders (line 1,Noryangjin Station).

If you prefer your shopping experience alittle more ordered try the Doosan Towershopping mall across from DongdaemunMarket. Other high-end shopping areasinclude Myeong-dong that throngs withfashionable boutiques, whilstMunjeong-dong is renowned for itsdiscounted high fashion outlet stores.

If you’re after a piece of Korean art orantiquities to take home then head for thewinding alleys of the Insa-dongneighbourhood.

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SLEEPING #SLEEPING#

EXCLUSIVEGrand Hilton SeoulSumptuously decorated rooms andjaw-dropping views.

Address: 201-1 Hongeun-dong, Seodaemun-kuUnderground: Hongjae StationPhone: +82 (0)2 3216 5656Internet: www.grandhiltonseoul.com

Jw Marriot Hotel SeoulLuxurious rooms with either mountain or



river views.

Address: 19-3 Banpo-dong, Seocho-guUnderground: Banpo StationPhone: +82 (0)2 6282 6262Internet: www.jw-marriott.co.kr

GOOD VALUEHotel NiagaraSpectacular views of the river! Traditionalor regular rooms and use of a Koreansauna.

Address: 259-2 Yomchang-dong, Kangso-guUnderground: DangsonPhone: +82 (0)2 3660 4000Internet: www.bestwestern.com

Jeonpoong Tourist HotelPeaceful location! Korean or Western stylerooms.

Address: 140-848 Dosun-dong, Sungdong-guUnderground: Wangshimri StationPhone: +82 (0)2 2295 9365

BASICSeoul Guest HouseTraditional Hanok house, sleep on a yo(mattress) on an ondal (heated) floor!

Address: 135-1 Gyedong Jongro-guUnderground: An-guk StationPhone: +82 (0)2 745 0057Internet: www.seoul110.com

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

AirportIncheon International Airport. TheLimousine bus runs to and from the airportevery 10-15 minutes and stops at most ofthe major hotels. Taxis are available fromthe stands no. 16-21 on the arrivals floor.

Phone: +82 32 741 0114Internet: www.airport.or.kr

Local TransportationThe Underground is clean and efficient andoperates from approximately 5.30am tomidnight. Check the website for details.

Internet: www.seoulmetro.co.kr

A cycle path runs along the river Han.Bikes can be hired at various points alongthe route.

Seoul Station is a central hub fortransportation. Standard buses arefrequent and inexpensive at 600 KRW.Express buses are 1,500 KRW.

Address: 122 Bongnae-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu

TaxiPrices are 1,900 KRW first 2 km and then1,500 KRW every km thereafter. A receiptand an interpretation machine are includedfor which there is a surcharge of 1,000KRW.

Kind Call Taxi

Phone: +82 (0)2 1588 3382

PostSeoul Central Post Office

Address: Seoul 100-709Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm.Phone: +82 (0)2 2278 5152

PharmacyHotline for 24 hr pharmacies is availablebetween 8am and 8pm.

Phone: +82 (0)10 4769 8212

DentistHotline for 24 hr dentists is availablebetween 8am and 8pm.

Phone: +82 (0)10 4769 8212

TelephoneCountry code: +82



Area code: 02

Electricity110-volts though most hotels now have a220-volt supply.

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