Gyeongbokgung Palace
Go through Gwanghwamun and let the courtyards set the pace. The palace is a different experience in daylight and after dark.
Culture Seoul
A riverside evening stop where illuminated water falls from Banpo Bridge in moving patterns.

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The fountain is seasonal, normally operating between April and October, and bad weather can cancel a display. Check the day's official timetable before travelling; the surrounding riverbanks still make a useful place to pause if the jets are off.
Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026
649-1 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
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649-1 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Open location in Maps (opens in a new tab)Go through Gwanghwamun and let the courtyards set the pace. The palace is a different experience in daylight and after dark.
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