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Namsan Mountain, Haneul Park, and Achasan Mountain are filled with people coming to make their New Year wish.

And there’s a reason why people still go regardless of the crowd.

Take control of your future by catching the very first sunrise of the year. 

Near Gyeongbokgung Palace, there are many places to try out various hanbok ranging from the king’s outfit to the peasant attire of Joseon Dynasty.

Select a hanbok of your choice, walk along the fully open Deoksugung Palace stoneway walkway and let yourself slip back into the past.

See, eat, and experience! Do it all at Seoul’s traditional local markets.
And this time, instead of ordering the regular go-to menus, try something different and unique by ordering local Korean specialty like Sannakji (Sliced Raw Octopus) or Yukhoe (Beef Tartare)!

Springtime in Seoul is a sight to behold.
There are so many pockets of greenery around Seoul that you can easily find pieces of spring everywhere. 

This is extremely advantageous when it comes to cherry blossom viewing.
Make sure you check in during the elusive cherry blossom week and obtain a one-in-a-lifetime selfie to commemorate your feat!

With “Music is my life” mentality and “heung” (intrinsic joy) flowing through crowd, Seoul Plaza is instantly transformed into a concert hall for the Seoul Drum Festival.
Apparently, joining a “Master” class will have you drumming away like a pro in no time, so be sure to try it out.

Slumbering within everyone is an inner fanatic;
a secret desire to give in to our madness. 

Attend a Korean baseball game and let the passionate, fanatic dancing and cheering begin!

There’s no other place like Seoul when it comes to shopping.
With the changing of the season comes a need for a major wardrobe update.
Utilizing the many promotions and bargain deals going on during Seoul Summer Sale, dress yourself up from head to toe with only 100,000 won.

There’s a Korean concept where you fight heat with heat.
Hangang Summer Festival is chock full of programs for you to work up a sweat.
One must-try program is “Hangang Night Walk”, a 42K night marathon along the Hangang River.
Join and complete this program to successfully fight heat with heat.

September in Seoul is a period full of discounted tickets and programs.
Take advantage of the free admission of the royal palaces, cultural sites, and museums to fill up your mind and spirit during the full moon festival. 

Hot ramen noodles from the convenience store, delicious fried chicken and beer, and the crisp fall air all point towards the end of summer.
Be sure to watch the fireworks and make some lasting memories of hanging out in Hangang River before it gets colder!

Seoul nights are much more beautiful than its day counterpart.
Every November, hundreds of lanterns light up the Cheonggyechoen River during the Seoul Lantern Festival, illuminating the dark city with a romantic atmosphere.
This year, light up a wish lantern to have your wishes come true!

Every December, the area in front of Seoul City Hall undergoes a transformation.
The gigantic Christmas tree twinkles merrily as people happily skate around the temporarily set up skating rink. 

Enjoy the holiday cheer as you skate around the rink and take in the festive decorations with your loved ones.