Seoul Like a Local

By the People Who Call It Home

Ebook
On sale Oct 24, 2023 | 192 Pages | 9780744090918

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This isn't your ordinary travel guide. You won't find the N Seoul Tower or K-Star Road in these pages, because that's not where Seoulites hang out. Instead, you'll meet the locals at raucous barbeque joints, forward-thinking galleries and underground music dens - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:


- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals
- 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as brewing history and a typical night out
- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Seoul
- Helpful what3word addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights

Compiled by three proud Seoulites, this stylish travel guide is packed with Seoul's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.

Whether you're a restless Seoulite on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Seoul Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.
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This isn't your ordinary travel guide. You won't find the N Seoul Tower or K-Star Road in these pages, because that's not where Seoulites hang out. Instead, you'll meet the locals at raucous barbeque joints, forward-thinking galleries and underground music dens - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:


- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals
- 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as brewing history and a typical night out
- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Seoul
- Helpful what3word addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights

Compiled by three proud Seoulites, this stylish travel guide is packed with Seoul's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.

Whether you're a restless Seoulite on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Seoul Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.

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Experience the world with DK Eyewitness.

DK Eyewitness' highly visual guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your trip.

Our travel writers report on what to see, eat, drink and do around the world, while the very best photographs and illustrations bring cities, regions and countries to life. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations around the world, from handy pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides.

DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

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