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Where to Stay in Seoul

Best areas by travel style.

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Where to Stay in Seoul

Best areas by travel style.

Quick summary

Choose by your style: lively nightlife, shopping, or calm neighborhoods.

Popular areas

Each area has a clear vibe.

  • Hongdae for nightlife
  • Myeongdong for shopping
  • Jongno for culture

Common mistakes

Staying too far from a subway line makes daily travel harder.

Not sure where to go next?

Try these dependable starting points for first-time travelers.