Exploring Seoul Korea - Travel Guide | What To Do & Eat

I spent 12 Days in Seoul, Korea for the very first time. In this video, I highlight the major things I did along with some of things I ate during my visit to this beautiful, trendy, and historic city.
Although 12 days allowed me to only scratch the surface of everything there is to do here, I wanted to create this video as a guide for anyone who is looking to come here in the future. There were a lot of popular tourist attractions I visited along with food eateries from night markets to sit down dining places that I provide an honest opinion and review about during my dining experience.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:40 Myeongdong Night Market
01:18 Myeongdong KYOJA 'Michelin Guide'
01:45 Myeongdong YUGANE Chicken Galbi
02:18 Myeongdong Shopping
02:45 Myeongdong THE SIC-DDANG
03:15 Best Coffee in Myeongdong
03:50 Sul Bing Cafe
04:55 Olympic Park
05:55 Starfield Library
06:25 Itaewon
06:52 Korean BBQ - Maple Tree House
08:28 Gyeongbokgung Palace
09:38 Hanbok Rental
10:10 Children's Museum of National Folk
10:25 Bukchon Hanok Village
11:35 Aquafield Bath House
13:15 Hongik Raw Marinated Crab
14:45 Korean BBQ - Saemaeul Sikdang
15:44 DMZ Tour
18:37 Hwadam Botanic Garden
20:35 Korean BBQ - Ggupdang 'Michelin Guide'
21:14 Night Markets
21:39 Hangang Moonlight Market
22:28 Mangwon Market
23:42 Gwangjang Market
25:28 Outro
If you found this video useful, please like & subscribe to follow me on my food and travel journey. Also, please share this video to anyone you think might find it useful if they are planning a trip to Seoul, Korea!
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ATTRACTIONS:
• Olympic Park
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• Starfield Library
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• Itaewon
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• Gyeongbokgung Palace
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• Hanbok That Day (Hanbok Rental)
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• Children's Museum of National Folk
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• Bukchon Hanok Village
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• Aquafield Bath House (Goyang)
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• DMZ Full Day Tour
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• Hwadam Botanic Garden
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• Hangang Moonlight Market
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• Mangwon Market
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• Gwangjang Market
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HOTEL:
• Aloft Seoul Myeongdong
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RESTAURANTS:
• Kyoja Myeongdong (Michelin Guide Recommended)
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• Yugane Myeongdong (For Chicken Galbi)
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• The Sic-Ddang
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• Coffee Libre Myeongdong Cathedral
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• Sulbing Cafe
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• Maple Tree House
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• Hongik Gejang (Raw Marinated Crab)
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• Saemaeul Sicdang (Dongdaemun)
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• Ggupdang (Michelin Guide Recommended) - PORK ONLY
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[@fomoyolotravel]

Are you planning to visit Seoul or the country of South Korea? What are some of the TOP things you feel are a must-do must-eat when visiting? What is overrated in your opinion? Drop a comment & share! 👍🏼

[@user-wc3dz5je2p]

DC 지역에 살고 있는 한국인입니다. 한국인보다 한국음식을 정말 맛있게 드시네요. 영상 보는동안 아주 즐겁고 행복했습니다. 빨리 한국으로 돌아가고 싶네요.

[@fomoyolotravel]

I had to use Google Translate to see what you said and thanks for watching! As a self proclaimed foodie, I tend to get really excited about food 😉 I hope you can make it back to Korea too 🙏🏻

[@irmazandl]

JEFF!!!! Your vlog is absolutely EXCELLENT. I am in the midst of planning a 3-week stay in Seoul starting in May and found everything you posted incredibly useful. thank you so much.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for the kind words and more importantly, I am glad you found it useful for your trip! Thank you for subscribing too and may you have an amazing trip in Seoul! I'm sure you'll be able to squeeze more in than I was with 3 weeks 😎

[@irmazandl]

Jeff, I was particularly interested in booking the DMZ trip thru the company you listed. I'm doing less foodie stuff than you but have lots of art on my itinerary. there are some amazing museums in seoul. once again, thanks.

[@fomoyolotravel]

@@irmazandl look into the JSA part of the tour. I had originally booked that specific one but due to political tensions at the time they had to cancel and rebook us on this one. The JSA includes visiting the blue bunkers where the soldiers from both sides are standing guard watching each other. Good luck!!

[@dawei566]

I am planning to visit Seoul again in March 2024. One of the stunning nature parks in this video is the Hwadam Botanic Garden. I might add this to my itinerary, too. Thank you for sharing. When I first look at your appearance, you remind the look of one of former Liverpool players his name is Fabinho from Brazil. There are one in a million face similarities that happen in this world. No heart feeling, bro. I really enjoy and like your posting.❤ 😊. ✌️

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel! I hope you found it useful and the botanical garden is definitely a place that will blow your mind. I’m sure in Spring season it will be just as beautiful!

[@dawei566]

@@fomoyolotravel Thanks a lot 🙏

[@jcstravelfilms]

I really enjoyed your video and it has to be one of the best I've seen on Seoul.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for the supporting words! 🙏🏻

[@mrabia182]

Really helpful and insightful video thank you. Especially appreciated that you included the prices

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for watching and happy you found it useful. Cheers!

[@judyquach1311]

Wow!! Keep it up. Your vlog was super informative

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for watching and happy you found it useful! 🙏🏻

[@Mhere]

Best video about Seul so far!! Thank u, man!

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching and the nice words! 🙏🏻

[@raquelfigueroa5539]

Thank you for this video. Very detailed and informative.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching! I hope it helps you in planning a future trip out to Seoul :)

[@erickao6174]

Hi Jeff! I’m so excited to find your channel. I was debating whether to add a few days of Taiwan to my South Korea trip. It would be my first time in both countries so now I know they both have so much to see on their own! My bf and I are thinking of adding some camping to our South Korea trip as a side trip from Seoul. Looking forward to more videos. Cheers. 🎉

[@fomoyolotravel]

Hi Ericka - I’m glad you found the video helpful in planning your future travels. I hope you have an amazing time in both places. Thank you so much for subscribing as well!

[@marcovignuzzi6373]

Yes! What a great episode AND the type of travel guide I've been seeking. It's refreshing to see someone older than early 30s, who actually can tell the difference between good food and hype! I really appreciate you mentioning the good, and the less interesting things - because youTube is so full of the flat predictable instagram stuff - THANK YOU for the intelligent and experience-focused tips - i now have a list of things to do and where to eat on my first trip there in a few weeks

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for the feedback and I am glad you found this video beneficial for your trip! I really do just try to keep it real. I have no reason to sugarcoat anything if my personal experience was just ok. Thanks again for watching and enjoy your trip!

[@HazakunaJr]

One of the best video out there

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@donnavillegas5539]

Awesome! Thanks for the recommendations 😊 we’re visiting Seoul in April…cheers from Toronto 🇨🇦

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for the nice words and I am glad you found it beneficial for your trip. Safe travels and good luck!

[@laurablassberg8559]

Just subscribed to your channel. I’m a huge fan of Asian food. Great channel.!!!😊

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for subbing! Asian Food rules :)

[@laurac50]

Great video, thank you for the content

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching!

[@arcencielc2065]

Hi! Since you asked so I took the time to thoroughly watch your video to provide you with a sincere response. Having viewed numerous travel videos about Seoul, I must say you have done a good job! Your video is particularly beneficial for those interested in exploring the food scene. Keep up the good work! 加油! Best wishes on your journey as a KZbinr.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for that honest feedback. Much appreciated!

[@Lisa-kf4eg]

Very interesting, thank you!

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching!

[@jeffr1532]

Im going next month. I like you tell it like it is. Some tourist places just suck! Other review videos they all say everything is sooo good. Thanks for keeping it real!

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching and I am glad you found some of my suggestions useful. Safe travels and cheers!

[@theoadelaidabondocabe7261]

Mr. Jeff Tam:I hope you are planning to releases more new videos soon from Seoul, South Korea in January of 2024 @ these amazing restaurants, bars, hotels,street foods markets, etc. 2024❤❤❤

[@sarahqamar6377]

Beautiful

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching and supporting my channel! 🙏🏻

[@lingdatang669]

some good stuff

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for watching and I hope you found it useful

[@mariojsworld]

Great things to do and eat in Seoul.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Wish I was there still!

[@SP-bq4mi]

Really enjoyed your video, definitely going to follow many of your advices. Speaking of botanical gardens, have you visited the one in Kobe Japan?

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thank you for watching and supporting my small channel! Glad you found it useful. I have not been to Kobe Japan but would love to someday so thank you for the recommendation. Have to look it up now!

[@WipawadeeK]

Bing su looks delicious 🤤

[@fomoyolotravel]

So so good!

[@Luke4838]

Like your videos. From Durban

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for watching!

[@Luke4838]

@@fomoyolotravel You welcome

[@doctorheartmd620]

We enjoyed watching your video. Your video was very informative and of high quality. We are taking a cruise from Seoul to Tokyo and plan to arrive in Seoul 2-3 days earlier. We are both seniors and convenience is a primary consideration. Which hotel did you stay? What other hotels can you recommend in the same area? Thanks.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Thanks for the support and I am happy you found it useful. In terms of hotel, I stayed at the Aloft Hotel in Myeongdong. Although Myeongdong is quite "touristy", I personally enjoyed it there as a first-timer. I really liked the hotel as it is like a 1-2 min walk to the heart of the shopping & eating area of Myeongdong. There is a major bus stop right outside as well and subway station for getting around the city so everything is just super convenient. Also, they have laundry room on premise in case you want to get some done before hopping on your cruise. I would pull up Aloft Hotel on Booking.com or something and see what other hotels in the area may suit your needs based on hotel loyalty, price, space, etc. Hope this helps!

[@molakamu]

Thank you for your video! In which month did you visit Seoul ? ☺️

[@fomoyolotravel]

We arrived in the month of October and the weather was quite pleasant. Not hot but starting to cool down quickly

[@viviannguyen3717]

Hi there, great video! Which hotel did you stay at and do you recommend it?

[@fomoyolotravel]

Hi Vivian - I stayed at the Aloft Hotel in Myeongdong. Spacious and had laundry machines available for use on one of the floors as well. Very convenient and right next to the subway station and bus stations. Hope this helps g.co/kgs/eW9NaS4

[@gaweekin524]

Traditional Korean holiday foods generally do not use chili. Kimchi and tteokbokki did not contain chilis in the past.

[@user-iv7uj3gz7p]

Cool , it looks really tasty , I like to suggest to you , when showing tasty looking food , why not talk to chef , and share how to ? And ingredients needed and how , list . So on your video link to your website to order the lists on how to cook at home ? Something to think about , travel and make extra income to pay for the trips .

[@fomoyolotravel]

Absolutely. I would totally try incorporating more food preparation / kitchen walkthroughs for future food travels at establishments that don’t mind sharing how they prep and if they have time since a lot of them are very busy. It’s a personal space thing and since I’m a small channel, most have shoo shooed me away 😉. Great opportunity for income as you suggest but honestly, my current stance for my channel is not really doing KZbin for money. I’m having fun just creating content and sharing my adventures. If the income continues to come, even better. Thank you so much for watching 🙏🏻

[@alialtubaikh6449]

You originally korean blood And about the beef and I am mot korean but I think the reason the restaurant doesn't have the top top quality and he sell it in cheap so the restaurant have normal beef quality because the high quality beef cost more than 350 usd 🎉🎉🎉

[@gdfhh-vk9ug]

👍

[@user-ot6yk9fx4f]

detailed itinerary please?

[@fomoyolotravel]

Did you check out the details I included in the description? That might give you what you're looking for.

[@P7ejfjr]

오빠 너무 잘생겼어요 ㅎㅎ

[@justynmacfarland9322]

Meat appears burnt. Best places are recommended by natives and locals.

[@fomoyolotravel]

Yes at Maple Tree the meat was a bit on the burnt side for sure