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With the summer season kick-off, the eagerness for outdoor activities is palpable, and excuses to spend the night out are plentiful. Seoul is a city where nature, history, and modernity blend in beautiful harmony. Because each neighborhood offers a particular atmosphere and scenery, where you choose to spend your night will determine the type of experience you will enjoy. What are you in the mood for? Here are a few recommended places to check out for a night on the town on a weekday or weekend.

• 💟 Enjoy a rooftop view at the heart of Seoul
• 🍸 Lose yourself in scrumptious foods & drinks
• 🎼 Feel the vibe and get ready to mingle

The neighborhood of Itaewon in Seoul is a multicultural place and an international hub where one can encounter people from different nationalities and cultures. Hanging out in Itaewon will offer a sense of familiarity with a touch of Korea! For those slightly intimidated by Seoul nightlife, you'll get your fill of a beautiful sunset.

Casa Corona Seoul is a rooftop venue that boasts delicious cocktails, delectable food, a beautiful crowd, and a fantastic view of Seoul. The cozy indoor space and the spacious outdoor space will transport you to a remote island, an urban oasis in the middle of Seoul. The place gets more vibrant and crowded on Fridays and Saturdays, with people ready to push tables aside to create space for an impromptu dancefloor. DJs from all over are in charge of the music, and live bands occasionally perform.

Casa Corona Seoul does not currently offer food. Instead, you can enjoy a potluck party where you can freely bring and eat any food purchased from any restaurant in Itaewon.How about savoring Casa Corona's unique cocktails with food from various regions purchased from Itaewon World Food Street? While you're at it, be more adventurous and try cocktails you won’t find anywhere else, such as “Los Flamingos,” one of their famous cocktails made of vodka, grapefruit, peach, lychee liquor, and some lemon.

💡 In the area? Check out Haebangcheon, or HBC for short. It's a place known for its small shops, pubs, restaurants, and cafes that come alive in the evening while offering breathtaking views of the city!

• ✨ Beautiful lighting decorations year-around
• 👩 Perfect romantic promenade date spot
• 🥘 Enjoy casual dining options

Located in Songpa-gu is a mini-cluster of fantastic attractions, such as Lotte World and the Lotte World Tower. In the evening, a beautiful spectacle awaits if you venture outdoors and visit the surrounding Seokchon Lake area. The lake area is divided into an east side and a west side, with the Lotte World Tower, Seoul Sky Observatory, Songpa Tourist Information Center, and the iSeoulu sign located on the east side and the Lotte World Magic Island and Seoul Nori Madang located on the west side. From the lake, you can marvel at the awe-inspiring the illuminated Lotte World Tower towering high above the city.

The view of the Lotte World Magic Island, a vast indoor and outdoor theme park, will transport you into a world of enchanted castles when it comes alive in hues of pink, yellow, blue, and white. Walking trails border the lake, and the lights emanating from the surrounding buildings create a romantic atmosphere making Seokchon Lake Park a sought-after dating spot for promenades. A walking distance from Seokchon Lake is Bangi-dong Food Alley for those that feel a bit famished. The alley is comprised of relatively modern and perfectly aligned, two to three-story buildings. Choices abound between restaurants, cafes, karaoke rooms, bars, and pubs. The whole vibe is unpretentious and casual.

💡 In the area? Check out the Jamsil Bridge, the bridge connecting the districts of Songpa-gu and Gwangjin-gu, at night when it lights up the night sky.

• 🚶 Easy hiking trip downtown Seoul
• 🏙 Breathtaking view of the city
• 🔋 Relax and recharge your batteries

In the neighborhood of Oksu-dong, or Oksu for short, you can find Maebongsan Mountain Park, a place beloved by locals that very few tourists are aware of. Maebongsan Mountain has a gentle slope and well-maintained stairs and trails, making it an easy hike for everyone. The main attraction is Maebongsan Octagon Pavilion, which is a short 20-30 minute walk away from Yaksu Station of subway lines 3 and 6. This is proof that you don’t need to go too far out of the city or exert too much effort to enjoy a fantastic panoramic night view of Seoul.

A bit off the main trail, the pavilion is relatively small and cozy, so you can miss it if you are not careful. Unlike other pavilions, you can go inside without removing your shoes and after climbing just a few stairs. A breathtaking view of the Yeongdongdaegyo, Seongsudaegyo, and Donghodaegyo bridges crossing over the Hangang River while surrounded by a forest of dazzling buildings awaits you! If the weather permits, you can even see the Lotte World Tower. Whether you are looking for a tranquil place to ease your mind and recharge your batteries, or you simply need to spend some quality time with a loved one, this stunning view will aid in achieving that.

💡 In the area? Check out the Namsangol Hanok Village if you're curious about the standard of living of Joseon Dynasty aristocrats and government officials.