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  • Lonely Planet Pocket Seoul: Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Top Sights Maps & Walking Tours Covers Gangnam, Gwanghwamun & Jongno-Gu, Myeong-D by Simon Richmond book cover
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Lonely Planet Pocket Seoul: Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Top Sights Maps & Walking Tours Covers Gangnam, Gwanghwamun & Jongno-Gu, Myeong-D

by Simon Richmond

Seoul, organized for a short stay

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Seoul, organized for a short stay

Arranged neighbourhood by neighbourhood, this pocket guide pairs major sights with walking tours, practical transport advice and suggestions for food, drink and shopping. Its sample experiences range from Noryangjin Fish Market’s late-night seafood auctions to Changdeokgung’s Secret Garden and exhibitions at the National Folk Museum of Korea. Three-day itineraries offer another way to shape a visit, while trip-planning pages, maps and a pull-out city map support day-to-day decisions. Coverage spans areas including Gwanghwamun and Jongno-gu, Myeong-dong, Itaewon, Gangnam and eastern and northern Seoul. The guide also includes useful phrases, accessibility information, LGBTIQ+ travel advice and guidance on responsible travel.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Short-stay visitors planning one to seven days in Seoul.
  • Travelers who prefer neighbourhood walks, mapped routes and ready-made itineraries.
  • Visitors seeking practical information on transport, dining, shopping and accessibility.

Themes

Neighbourhood explorationSightseeing and cultural attractionsWalking tours and trip planningLocal food, drink and shoppingPractical travel information

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Book overview

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Seoul - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Seoul's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From exploring Noryangjin Fish Market at midnight to catch the seafood auctions, to touring Changdeokgung's Secret Garden, and viewing charming exhibitions on Korean culture at the National Folk Museum of Korea.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Seoul travel guide:

  • Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
  • Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Seoul with ease
  • Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Gyeongbokgung, Namdaemun Market, and Seoul Botanic Park
  • Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions
  • Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights
  • Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Seoul's best kept secrets and rising trends
  • Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
  • Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance
  • Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
  • Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
  • Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Seoul
  • Covers: Gwanghwamun & Jongno-gu; Myeong-dong, Euljiro & Namsan; Western Seoul; Itaewon & Yongsan-gu; Gangnam & Southern Seoul; Dongdaemun, Eastern & Northern Seoul


Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Seoul.
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