Destination Profile
Vast and vibrant Seoul is the heart of South Korea. It's a place that pulses with the futuristic beats of Gangnam and spills with food courts where kimchi-broiling BBQ broths are the order of the day. But there's also stacks of history and culture in this colossal capital. Look for it in the great halls of the Gyeongbokgung Palace of the 1300s, a relic of the Joseon dynasty, or get lost in the centuries with a stroll through Bukchon Hanok and its gabled shrines and cottages. Cheap flights to Seoul from New Zealand can be your chance to hit the urban sights there, or they could be a ticket to the greater country. That's awash with forested mountains, ski fields, and even glowing beaches on the South China Sea.
Ganagam pulses with techno and bass beats – it's the sleek and happening hub of modern Seoul.
The Gyeongbokgung Palace dates all the way back to the late 1300s. Inside, you'll find dynastic relics and serene pavilions.
Old Korea is preserved at the Bukchon Hanok Village, where the gabled roofs of traditional Joseon dwellings have been preserved in time.
Korean Air fly direct between New Zealand and Seoul.
Qatar Airways is the best airline to fly between New Zealand and Seoul. Korean Air is the best if you would like non-stop flights. The best low-cost airline is Jetstar.