December in Seoul
Myeongdong is the most convenient first base: shopping, street food and two subway lines, with the old palaces a short ride away. Bukchon and Insadong are for the historic Seoul of hanok lanes and tea houses, quieter at night and closer to the palaces. Gangnam is modern, spacious and business-like, with excellent food and a long subway ride to the sights — best for repeat visitors or work trips.
Month guide
We are still mapping this month in detail. The city guide below covers the bases year-round.
Where to stay in December
The same areas, with the trade-offs that matter when you are booking for this time of year.
- 01$110–$450
Myeongdong & Euljiro
Cosmetics shops, street food and a subway station on every corner.
3–4 nightsRead the guide - 02$100–$420
Bukchon & Insadong
Hanok roofs, tea houses and palace walls at the end of the lane.
2–4 nightsRead the guide - 03$120–$520
Gangnam
Wide avenues, good restaurants and the modern face of Seoul.
2–4 nightsRead the guide
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