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Seoul

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TL;DR

Plan a family trip to Seoul. What to do with kids, best time to visit, where to stay, and family tips from ErBiage.

Seoul is a family destination that's been quietly climbing the rankings, and it deserves the hype. A city of 10 million that feels safer than most European capitals, with a subway that puts New York's to shame, ancient palaces one metro stop from neon shopping streets, and Korean food that's startlingly kid-friendly (bibimbap, dumplings, Korean BBQ where kids grill their own meat — a hit every time). Base in Myeongdong or Insadong for old-town proximity, or Gangnam for the modern city. Do Gyeongbokgung Palace with the changing-of-the-guard, N Seoul Tower on Namsan (cable car up), Lotte World for a theme-park day, and Bukchon Hanok Village for a walk through preserved Joseon-dynasty houses. Add an evening in Hongdae for street food and buskers older kids will love.

What to do in Seoul

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Rent a hanbok at the gate — free entry with traditional dress.

N Seoul Tower

Cable car up Namsan; observation deck + love-lock fence.

Lotte World

Indoor-outdoor theme park — one full day, book online.

Korean BBQ dinner

Kids grill their own — instant hit even with picky eaters.

DMZ tour (older kids)

Half-day trip to the border — sobering, memorable, 12+.

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