Bukchon Hanok Village

Super cool spot to come to(especially if you want to see a scene from kpop demon hunters lol, my wife is a fan). Only thing is it is a bit busier than I was expecting and there is really only one cool main road. There are a few cool side streets but since there is just one main then all the people gather in there. Still very worth visiting though and crowds broke enough for us to get some pics.

Interesting historical cultural village where you can see old privately owned homes from the outside. If you know south Australia, and you know Hahndorf, then this is the korean version albeit better in a historical sense. What is the same is the touristy vibe with the trinkety shops set up in some of the homes. The observatory near the top was good, the rest, not so much. Worth checking out because you came all the way to korea but really just a lot of old historical houses which for the most part you only see from the outside.

Visually stunning. Wandering the steep, narrow alleys lined with traditional Korean "hanok" houses is genuinely beautiful, especially near sunrise or sunset. Offers iconic postcard views of old Seoul against the modern city backdrop. BUT...be prepared for crowds. Seriously packed, especially weekends. Can feel like shuffling through a theme park queue at points. Constant photo shoots everywhere. It's a real, lived-in neighborhood to respect the residents (keep noise down, don't peek into homes). Worth it? Yes, for the unique atmosphere and photos. Go super early if possible, wear comfy shoes for the hills, and manage expectations about the bustle. More a scenic walk than a tranquil escape. Short visit (1-2 hours max) recommended.

Yea ok it’s nice but the fact that it’s sooo busy and crowded makes it not nice. We still went to see it, tried to find the side alleys away from the center of this village and managed to take some nice pictures away from the crowds. Tip: the largest Hanok village in South Korea is in Jeonju and it’s so cute, way less crowded, very romantic and still have a lot of places to rent traditional customers for much lower prices than in Seoul.

A beautiful area filled with traditional Korean houses — the hanoks — that make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. It’s charming and photogenic, but also very crowded with tourists, which unfortunately affects the daily life of the local residents. If you want to experience these historical homes in a quieter atmosphere, you can find similar hanok villages in other parts of Korea, like in Gyeongju

I highly recommend visiting this neighborhood, made up of charming, traditional streets and iconic houses. There’s an incredible sense of silence and calm here, even during the day despite the many tourists. This area offers a striking contrast to the city’s more modern and bustling districts — definitely worth a visit to experience a quieter, more bucolic side of Seoul.

This place is absolutely beautiful! Keep in mind that since it is actual residential area visit times are limited (10am to 5pm) and you’re required to be quiet in order to not disturb residents. I went to the viewing point (which is also a souvenir shop) and that was worth every cent.

We have been here for only an hour, because we came close to the curfew time, which is about 5 PM. Theorists are not allowed to this area after 5 PM. It was very interesting to see the place. We enjoyed quaint streets with old-time looking doors. We used to be able to walk up and down the hills. Definitely worth the visit and enjoy a cup of coffee in one of the cafés along the way.