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Visiting Seoul, South Korea


From modern skyscrapers and neon lights to Buddhist temples, palaces and pagodas, Seoul is a fascinating mix of old and new. A hub of business, culture and finance both within South Korea and internationally, Seoul houses the headquarters for some of the world's largest corporations. It also has one of the world's best subway systems – the easiest way to get around in this densely populated area. For the best view of the city, go to the tower on Namsan, one of the mountains that encircle the... more » From modern skyscrapers and neon lights to Buddhist temples, palaces and pagodas, Seoul is a fascinating mix of old and new. A hub of business, culture and finance both within South Korea and internationally, Seoul houses the headquarters for some of the world's largest corporations. It also has one of the world's best subway systems – the easiest way to get around in this densely populated area. For the best view of the city, go to the tower on Namsan, one of the mountains that encircle the city. « less

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213 Restaurants

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
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Precip
Nov
52°F 11°C
35°F 1°C
0 in 0 cm
Dec
39°F 3°C
25°F -3°C
0 in 0 cm
Jan
34°F 1°C
20°F -6°C
0 in 0 cm
Feb
39°F 3°C
24°F -4°C
1 in 2 cm
Mar
49°F 9°C
31°F 0°C
1 in 3 cm
Apr
64°F 17°C
44°F 6°C
0 in 0 cm
Extended Forecast
Sunday
22 Nov
Hi:
42°F 5°C
Lo:
33°F 0°C
Monday
23 Nov
Hi:
50°F 10°C
Lo:
37°F 2°C
Tuesday
24 Nov
Hi:
53°F 11°C
Lo:
39°F 3°C

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Sheraton Grande Walker Hill Hotel and Towers

4 of 5 stars
Hong Kong
21 Nov 2009

All of the hotels closer to the center were booked so I was exiled to Walker Hill. In the end, I liked it. It's an odd little compound beyond the outskirts. It was a hassle to get to and from...more

Metro Hotel

21 Nov 2009

I stayed at the Metro Hotel when Seoul was absolutely freezing. Fortunately, the hotel provided a warm refuge from the frigid expanse of this otherwise exciting and vibrant city. There was no...more

Doulos Hotel

5 of 5 stars
London UK
20 Nov 2009

Wow, I truly loved this place. The staff are very attentive and most speak English well enough. The room (which was the cheapest one they have) was immaculately clean, well maintained, and with modern...more

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