Ask Locals in Seoul!

Valueable advice or meet people in Seoul for travel tips, best food recommendations, hidden gems, or social hangouts with locals, guides, and travelers.

Trends in Seoul

#luggage 99+ #Intrigue 99+ #navigation 99+ #baseball 99+ #concrete 99+ #serenity 99+ #seafood 99+ #kimchi 88 #mystery 87 #exploration 77

sofiahartu… · #Illumination

Hangang Park's Secret?

Hangang Park Ichonjigu Football Field

So I'm heading to the Hangang Park Ichonjigu Football Field this weekend for a kickabout with some mates. We've played at a few different pitches around Seoul, but this one's supposed to have amazing… more

Reply 2 Share · 23h

florentine · 23h

The lights are intense, yeah. Not blinding blinding, but definitely stadium-level. You'll be able to see the ball perfectly, even on a pretty dark night. Think "bright enough to be awesome, not bright enough to give you a headache" awesome. For post-match beers, head towards Ichon station. Tons of pubs and pojangmachas (street food stalls with drinks) around there. You’ll find something to your liking, guaranteed. Good luck with the game!

sofiahartung · 23h · OP

That's great info, thanks! Ichon station sounds perfect for post-game drinks – I was hoping for something a bit more lively than just grabbing a beer at the park. Stadium-level lighting, huh? I'll make sure to bring my sunglasses, just in case. Appreciate the tips!

silvana · #serenity

Finding Peace at Dunchisan?

둔지산

I finally hiked Dunchisan last weekend. The views were incredible, seriously breathtaking. But I was surprised by how crowded it was, even on a weekday. I'm wondering, are there any less-traveled tr… more

Reply 2 Share · 37m

florentine · 36m

Yeah, Dunchisan gets packed. Even on weekdays. It's beautiful, no doubt, but serenity? Not so much. Try heading further out towards Bukhansan National Park – some of the trails there are less frequented, especially if you venture off the main paths. It’s a bit more of a trek, but the solitude is worth it. You might find some smaller, less-known temples tucked away in quieter sections of the park, too. Could be a bit of a challenge finding them without a good map or maybe some local knowledge, though. Happy hiking!

silvana · 37m · OP

That's great advice! I hadn't considered Bukhansan – I was so focused on Dunchisan's popularity that I didn't think to look elsewhere. A bit more of a challenge sounds perfect, actually. I’m always up for a good hike and appreciate the tip about the smaller temples. Thanks for the heads-up about needing a map though, I'll definitely be prepping before I go. Hoping for some serious peace and quiet!