I embarked on a solo trip to Seoul, starting with a comfortable stay at Hotel The Botanic in Myeongdong. My first meal was a comforting kalguksu at Jojo Kalguksu, which I loved. I also enjoyed some late-night shopping at places like Blue Elephant and Miniso. My mornings included a refreshing run along Cheonggyecheon, followed by coffee at Dottore Garden and Cafe Onion. I explored Gwangjang Market for street food and did some damage shopping in Seongsu-dong, which was quite lively. — Seoul · Cheonggyecheon

Travel tips

You need cash to top up your T-money card.

Face masks in Asia are often the perfect size and come in smart packaging.

Korea is a favorable place for beauty and self-care maintenance due to better pricing and good service.

Streamside Walks, night lights, and urban scenery.

K-Beauty, fashion streets, and street food.

광장시장Gwangjang Market

I found Gwangjang Market to be "the place to be" for good food like kimbap and tteokbokki, and I enjoyed the lively atmosphere.

4.6

조조칼국수 시청점Jojo Kalguksu City Hall Branch

I found the kalguksu to be very comforting and one of my favorite Korean foods, and I enjoyed the vibe of eating alone with BTS music playing.

4.7

노스페이스 명동The North Face Myeongdong

I was interested in visiting the huge North Face store for their Korea-exclusive white label items, hoping to find a nice quality puffer jacket.

어니언 안국onion Anguk

I visited Cafe Onion earlier in the day and later recognized a couple I had seen there.

도토리가든 안국점Dotori Garden Anguk

I visited DOTORI Garden for coffee after my morning run.