Seoul Hotspots: Best Places to Visit in Seoul
Planning a trip to Seoul? Discover the city's most vibrant spots, seasonal festivals, and exhibitions to help you plan an unforgettable itinerary.
Top Spots to Explore in Seoul
Seoul Forest & Seongsu-dong: The 2026 Seoul International Garden Show runs until 27 October 2026, spanning across a massive 15-acre scale with 167 gardens connecting Seoul Forest, the Han River, and Seongsu-dong. Combine your walk with trendy cafes and pop-ups in Seongsu.
Han River Festival: The summer edition runs from 1 to 16 August 2026 across nine Han River parks, featuring water sports, yachting, kayaking, night programmes, bridge-side movies, and live performances.
Namsangol Hanok Village: Explore traditional Korean houses paired with Namsancol scenery. The Artist's Time traditional culture experience programme runs until 25 October 2026.
Cheongcheon: Enjoy an evening stroll and check out the Cheongcheon Soul Ocean media art near Gwanggyo. Note that the Seoul Outdoor Library suspends operations during July and August.
Must-See Exhibitions
Beyond Impressionism: Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso: Held at the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts from 28 May to 23 August 2026, showcasing 52 works from the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Fernando Botero: The Aesthetics of Form: Displayed at the Seoul Arts Center Hangaram Design Museum until 30 August 2026, featuring 112 pieces.
National Geographic Special Exhibition - Ocean: The Greatest Record: Running at the Chungmu Art Center from 6 June to 11 October 2026, perfect for families and rainy days.
Banksy: Still Here: Running from 22 July to 3 November 2026 for travellers looking for contemporary street art and Instagram-friendly spots.
LV The Place Seoul: Experience Visionary Journeys Seoul, showcasing Louis Vuitton's heritage and craftsmanship from 28 November 2025 to 31 December 2028.







