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Things to Do in Seoul: 2 Places From vagabrothers
This guide turns Seoul South Korea | Best City Attractions from vagabrothers into a practical travel map with 2 saved spots around Seoul. The mapped places include a cultural landmark and a landmark. Use it to understand the places, food notes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Vagabrothers explored the contrast between Seoul's status as a modern, wired city and its deeply rooted history found in traditional villages and palaces. They were particularly struck by the discipline and colorful costumes of the changing of the guards ceremony, which they compared to Buckingham Palace. The duo concluded their first day in East Asia by embracing the local culture through a daring meal of live octopus and penis fish.
What this map is good for
- Planning a cultural landmark stop or short itinerary in Seoul.
- Seeing where the mapped places sit together before choosing what to visit first.
- Saving 2 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
Cultural Landmark in 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea, Sajik-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours: Hours available - Bukchon Hanok Village
Landmark in Gyedong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea, Gyedong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Food notes from the video
- live octopus
- penis fish
Experiences captured
- walked along the 600-year-old city walls
- explored Bukchon Hanok Village
- wandered back alleys of a traditional neighborhood
- encountered a strange human centipede sculpture
- watched the changing of the guards ceremony
- visited the oldest Joseon Dynasty palace
- interviewed a local about traditional hanbok clothing
- toured the inner sanctum of the royal palace
Planning notes for Seoul
Seoul, located in the central region of the Korean Peninsula, has functioned as a capital for over 600 years. Its history as a political center dates back to 18 BC with the Baekje Kingdom and later as a major administrative hub during the Goryeo Dynasty. In 1394, King Taejo of the Joseon Dynasty designated the city, then known as Hanyang, as the national capital. This era established the city’s urban layout.
Must-try foods nearby
- Ganjang Gejang (Soy-Marinated Raw Crab)
Often called a 'rice thief' because the savory, umami-rich soy marinade compels you to eat bowl after bowl of rice. - Rose Tteokbokki
A modern evolution of the iconic spicy rice cake. This 'Rose' version blends traditional gochujang with cream or milk, creating a thick, orange. - Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)
A traditional health-booster consisting of a whole young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, ginseng, jujube, and garlic. - Kalguksu (Knife-Cut Noodles)
These rustic, hand-cut wheat noodles are served in a rich, comforting broth (usually chicken or clam-based). - Hanwoo Beef (Korean Premium Beef)
South Korea’s answer to Wagyu, Hanwoo is prized for its high marbling and intense beefy flavor.
When to go: The best months to visit Seoul are from April to early June (Spring) and September to November (Autumn). These periods offer mild, pleasant weather with clear skies.
Local tips
- Purchase a T-money or WOWPASS card at the airport for seamless travel on all subways, buses, and taxis.
- Always use both hands when giving or receiving items like credit cards, money, or gifts to show respect.
- Avoid sitting in the designated pink or purple priority seats on public transport, even if the train is empty.
- Wait for the eldest person at the table to start eating before you pick up your utensils.
What travelers are noticing
- The Seoul Skyview Observatories: A new network of 12 panoramic mountain-top decks, including the glass-floored Namsan Maru and the forest-themed Yongmasan 'Treehouse' shelters.
- Gwanghwamun Square Digital Hub: The area's transformation into a 'Times Square of Korea' with synchronized mega-billboards on nine surrounding buildings and new column-shaped digital landmarks.
- Seongsu-dong Pop-up Culture: The neighborhood's evolution as the 'Pop-up Store Holy Land,' featuring weekly high-concept fashion, tech, and K-pop experiential spaces in repurposed industrial buildings.
Extra place context
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most significant of the 'Five Grand Palaces' from the Joseon Dynasty. Its architecture is characterized by 'Dancheong' (vibrant decorative coloring on wooden buildings) and the iconic Gyeonghoeru Pavilion.
architecture
Official tourism resource
The official travel guide to Seoul, operated by the Seoul Tourism Organization, providing information on attractions, food, and festivals.
Planning questions
What are the best spots in Seoul from this video?
This guide maps all 2 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan your trip to Seoul.
What are the must-try foods in Seoul?
Creator picks from the video include live octopus, penis fish. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.