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Flying In

All guests flying in should arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN), the main international hub for Korea.所有搭機前來的賓客，請飛往首爾主要國際機場 仁川國際機場。 From the United StatesSan Francisco (SFO) → Seoul: ~13 hours nonstopLos Angeles (LAX) → Seoul: ~13.5 hours nonstopBoston (BOS) → Seoul: ~15.5 hours nonstop From TaiwanTaipei (TPE) → Seoul: ~2.5 hours nonstop From JapanTokyo (NRT) → Seoul: ~2.5 hours nonstop

Visas & Entry

Please be sure to check the visa requirements for your specific passport before traveling. For most of our guests: American &amp; British citizens do not need a visa to enter South Korea for stays up to 90 days. You will need a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and should complete the e-Arrival Card online up to 72 hours before departure at e-arrivalcard.go.kr. Taiwan (ROC) citizens are also visa-free for stays up to 90 days. You will need a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and the e-Arrival Card. 出發前請務必確認您所持護照的入境規定。 持台灣護照的旅客同樣免簽入境，最長可停留90天。所需文件與上述相同。

Getting from the Airport to Seoul

Don't worry — getting from the airport to the city is easy and well-signposted in English! If you have energy after your flight, consider the AREX Express Train to Seoul station. Taxis in Korea are safe and reasonably priced. From Incheon Airport to Gangnam, expect to pay around ₩70,000–80,000 KRW (~$50USD) including the expressway toll. All taxis are metered and regulated, and credit cards are widely accepted. If you'd like an English-speaking driver, look for the International Taxi stand at the airport. If your hotel is in a major area like Myeongdong or Gangnam, and you are arriving before 11:30PM, the Airport Limousine Bus is a great alternative — it stops right at major hotels and announces stops in English. 如果您下飛機後還有體力，可以考慮搭乘 AREX 機場快線直達首爾站，輕鬆又快捷。韓國的計程車安全可靠，價格合理。從仁川機場到江南，含高速公路過路費約需 ₩70,000–80,000韓元（約新台幣1,600–1,800元）。所有計程車均使用計費表，受政府監管，且普遍接受信用卡付款。

Getting around Seoul

Trains and buses in Seoul run frequently, are very clean, and cover virtually every corner of the city. To use the metro or bus, we recommend picking up a T-money card at a convenience store or subway station. Top it up with cash and tap in and out at the gates. Taxis are also widely available and relatively cheap by Western standards. Note that Uber is available in Seoul but has limited coverage — Kakao T is the better local equivalent. You can use it to hail taxis, book rides in advance, and request English-friendly drivers. For navigation, use Kakao Maps or Naver Maps. 在首爾市區移動非常方便！地鐵與公車系統班次密集、車廂整潔，幾乎涵蓋城市的每個角落。建議提前購買 T-money 卡，儲值後直接感應進出閘口即可。叫車推薦使用 Kakao T 應用程式，比 Uber 更適合在首爾使用，可提前預約並選擇會說英語的司機。導航建議使用 Kakao Maps 或 Naver Maps。

Travelling to Korea

Neighborhoods

Because our venue sits in a more secluded park area, choosing the right neighborhood is all about balancing sightseeing with your wedding day transit. Insadong / Ikseon-dong A maze of traditional hanok cafes, tea houses, and craft shops. It is highly walkable and arguably the most practical base. Wedding Connection: ~15 minutes by taxi to Samcheonggak. Gwanghwamun / City HallBest for luxury or first-timers. The grand heart of Seoul, featuring palaces, skyscrapers, and clean avenues. Wedding Connection: ~15–20 minutes by taxi. Myeong-dongGreat for shopping! High-energy pedestrian streets packed with skincare shops, department stores, and street food. Wedding Connection: ~20–25 minutes by taxi. YeouidoThe "Manhattan of Seoul," home to the futuristic The Hyundai Seoul mega-mall and great river parks. Wedding Connection: ~25–35 minutes by taxi. Seongsu-dongThe "Brooklyn of Seoul," filled with converted industrial warehouse cafes and trendy fashion pop-ups. Wedding Connection: ~30–35 minutes by taxi. GangnamThe flashy epicenter of high-end fashion, elite nightlife, and major malls. Wedding Connection: ~35 minutes by taxi, but up to an hour in traffic.

Hotels

Sarah and Alan have stayed in a lot of hotels in Seoul. Some of our favorites include: <a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sellc-josun-palace-a-luxury-collection-hotel-seoul-gangnam/overview/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Joseon Palace</a>This is Alan's favorite Korean hotel. The best of East Asian customer service with a flashy, but perhaps, far location. Modern and clean rooms and a great spa. <a href="https://www.shillahotels.com/en/theshilla/seoul/index.do" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Shilla</a>A more classic hotel with very professional and friendly customer service. The rooms are modern and clean and the hotel provides transportation services. <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/selcici-conrad-seoul/?WT.mc_id=zPADA0KR1CH2PSH3paid_ggl4INTBPP_Apr5SiteGGL_ObjROAS_TacBPP_TarKeyword_SMUS_FrmtRSAs_CrNText_DvceAll_LPOHW6SELCICI7EN8acctid=4075667905-campid=18306086557-adgrpid=144005879191&amp;&amp;&amp;&amp;&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=18306086557&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADnjLGOlEx8C0aNXsyFoM0EujVt20&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw6rfSBhAqEiwA_yocprWbyp6EiyJbN4pQp8hXc0F3Lzmqlysb0u6esFGt1IZQ1qF8JsPDkxoCeRcQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Conrad Seoul</a>Modern, convenient, and practical. Super close to transportation and slightly separated, but not too far, from all the action in Seoul.

Staying in Seoul

Getting to Samcheongak

Address: 330-115 Seongbuk-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 성북구 성북동 330-115) Samcheongak is a beautiful mountainside venue tucked into the hills of Seongbuk-dong, near the former Presidential Blue House. Because it is up a narrow mountain road, we strongly recommend taking a taxi. When getting in the taxi, please show the driver the Korean address above. From Josun Palace (Gangnam): ~35–40 min, ₩25,000–35,000 (~$17–24 USD)From The Shilla Seoul (Jung-gu): ~20–25 min, ₩15,000–20,000 (~$10–13 USD)From Grand Hyatt Seoul (Itaewon): ~25–30 min, ₩18,000–25,000 (~$12–17 USD) You can hail a taxi outside your hotel or use the Kakao T app to book one in advance. We also recommend using Kakao Maps or Naver Maps over Google Maps.

삼청각 오시는 길

주소: 서울특별시 성북구 성북동 330-115삼청각은 성북동 산자락에 위치해 있어 택시 이용을 권장드립니다. 조선 팰리스 (강남): 약 35–40분, ₩25,000–35,000신라호텔 (중구): 약 20–25분, ₩15,000–20,000그랜드 하얏트 서울 (이태원): 약 25–30분, ₩18,000–25,000

前往三清閣

地址：서울특별시 성북구 성북동 330-115（請將此韓文地址出示給司機） 三清閣是一座坐落於首爾城北洞山腰的美麗傳統文化場所，位於前青瓦台總統府附近。由於通往場地的山路較為蜿蜒狹窄，強烈建議搭乘計程車前往。上車時，請直接出示上方的韓文地址，或告訴司機「삼청각」（三清閣）即可。 Josun Palace（江南）：約35–40分鐘，₩25,000–35,000 (NT$320–430)The Shilla Seoul（中區）：約20–25分鐘，₩15,000–20,000 (NT$390–540)Grand Hyatt Seoul（梨泰院）：約25–30分鐘，₩25,000–35,000 (NT$540–750) 您可在飯店門口直接攔車，或透過 Kakao T 應用程式提前預約。導航時建議使用 Kakao Maps 或 Naver Maps。

Getting to the Venue

Pre-Wedding Café Night

Peak Autumn Foliage & Photography Spots

Early November is the sweet spot for golden ginkgos and deep red maples. The "Secret Garden" at Changdeokgung PalaceThis is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The rear garden (Huwon) features pavilions and ponds surrounded by ancient trees that look like a living watercolor painting in November. (Note: Requires a separate ticket, book a few days in advance). Deoksugung Palace Stone Wall PathKnown as one of the most romantic walkways in Seoul. The stone walls are lined with massive ginkgo trees that drop a literal carpet of bright yellow leaves. Namsan Park &amp; N Seoul TowerTake the cable car up in the afternoon light. The entire mountain turns into a patchwork of autumn colors and there are some great views.

Seasonal Festivals & Evening Magic

Because the sun sets a bit earlier in November (around 5:15 PM), Seoul leans heavily into its magical nighttime ambiance. The Seoul Lantern FestivalUsually kicking off around this time of year, hundreds of massive, intricately crafted paper lanterns light up the Cheonggyecheon Stream in downtown Seoul. It’s a stunning, free evening walk. Gyeongbokgung Palace Night OpeningsCheck if the autumn night sessions are active during your dates. Seeing the traditional Joseon-era architecture illuminated alongside glowing autumn trees is unforgettable.

Warm & Cozy Food Experiences

With the autumn chill setting in, food crawls become an absolute comfort. Gwangjang Market Food CrawlThe steam rising from the stalls creates an incredibly cozy atmosphere. Try bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes), tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), and warm bowls of kalguksu (knife-cut noodles). Traditional Tea in Insadong Escape the crisp breeze by ducking into a traditional wooden hanok teahouse. Sipping warm jujube or ginger tea alongside hangwa (traditional snacks) is a great way to take a break. Pocha (Tent Bars) Sitting inside a heated orange tent (pojangmacha), drinking soju, and eating spicy stir-fried pork while it's chilly outside is a core Seoul experience.

Shopping

Seoul has some really great shopping, and for foreigners, many things can be purchased tax free! Just make sure to carry your passport with you. Seongsu-dong &amp; Hannam-dongSkip the traditional malls and explore these neighborhoods for trendy local designer labels (like Matin Kim, Mardi Mercredi, and Depound). HongdaeCentered around the university, this high-energy neighborhood is perfect for affordable streetwear, oversized blazers, and fun accessories. The Hyundai Seoul &amp; GangnamHead to The Hyundai Seoul in Yeouido for a stunning indoor botanical mall experience, or Apgujeong Rodeo / Shinsegae Gangnam for elite international luxury houses and premier concept stores.

K-Beauty and Skincare

Seoul is the undisputed global capital of skincare. Whether you want to shop for products or get a professional medical-grade facial, here is where to look. Olive YoungThe Sephora of Korea, but with more stores than Starbucks in Seattle. Head to the Myeongdong Town flagship or Olive Young N Seongsu for the best selection and tourist-friendly tax-refund kiosks. Amore SeongsuA stunning, converted industrial factory space where you can sample dozens of luxury brands and even book a session to formulate your own custom-blended foundation.

Skincare Clinics

Clinics in Seoul generally fall into "Factory" style (high-volume, highly efficient, heavily discounted) and "Boutique/Luxury" style (private rooms, deeply personalized, 1:1 care). Gangnam (Advanced Hub)The global center for aesthetic lasers and skin boosters (like Rejuran Healer or Ultherapy). Great at English. Myeong-dong (Fast &amp; Tourist-Friendly)Consider Abijou Clinic, DayBeau for fast and tourist-friendly care. Cheongdam-dongCheongdam Eclat De &amp; Monet Clinic are popular, super-high-end skincare clinics.

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