Seoul searching: Breathtaking places to meet in the Korean capital

Blending technology with heritage, Seoul offers plenty of inspiring and unique venues for corporate groups to meet and play.

Experience the fusion of technology and tradition in Seoul's meeting venues.
Experience the fusion of technology and tradition in Seoul's meeting venues.

Modern meetings are made a breeze in South Korea's 5G-powered capital of Seoul, but within the high-tech infrastructure also lies breathtaking venues for corporate groups and meeting attendees to mix business with pleasure.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

 

Delegates touring Gyeongbokgung Palace in the traditional hanbok.
Delegates touring Gyeongbokgung Palace in the traditional hanbok.

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Get away from the hectic pace of modern society by tracing South Korea’s roots back to a bygone era at the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace constructed in 1395. To fully soak in the rich history of the 14th-century abode that once housed the kings of the Joseon dynasty, delegates can don Korean traditional clothing as they stroll around the palace grounds. Seoul Hanbok Café is located just across the road from the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace that caters for group bookings, with a wide range of hanbok for delegates to select from.

Blue House

The Blue House is South Korea’s hottest new venue.
The Blue House is South Korea’s hottest new venue.

Set against the backdrop of Bugaksan Mountain, Cheong Wa Dae — also called the Blue House due to its distinctive turquoise-hued tiled roof — served as the official office and residence for the presidents of South Korea between 1948 and 2022 which also received visiting politicians and diplomats. Following current president Yoon Suk-yeol’s relocation, the Blue House opened to the public for the first time in 74 years in 2022 as both an attraction and an awe-inspiring event venue that can accommodate up to 100 attendees.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

One of the many flexible event spaces available in Dongdaemun Design Plaza.
One of the many flexible event spaces available in Dongdaemun Design Plaza.

Underneath the gleaming, metallic panels of Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), whose abbreviation also stands for ‘Dream, Design and Play’, holds a wide variety of versatile spaces, each designed in a unique futuristic concept, that can be booked for exhibitions, conferences, forums, product launches, fashion shows and other future-forward-styled events. This architectural marvel stands in the centre of Dongdaemun, a popular district in Seoul renowned for its 24-hour F&B and retail establishments, offering plenty of dining and entertainment options for event participants.

Seoul Sky

The view from Seoul Sky tower.
The view from Seoul Sky tower.

Reward delegates with top-notch views of Seoul at the world’s highest glass-floored observatory towering 500m high between the 117th and 123rd floors of Lotte World Tower. The elevator ride, which shoots up to the observatory in just under a minute, brings guests through an immersive journey of South Korea from past to present to future with LED screens playing a 360-degree multimedia video. Upon reaching the observatory, visitors are treated to beautiful panoramic views from the glass panels on all sides which on clear days, stretches as far as Songdo, Incheon and the Yellow Sea. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the Sky Bridge Tour allows participants to cross a 11m-long open-air bridge linking Lotte World Tower’s two buildings at the peak.

Latitude32

Latitude32’s cocktail bar where mixologists serve up Parisian cocktails with a Korean twist.
Latitude32’s cocktail bar where mixologists serve up Parisian cocktails with a Korean twist.

An elegant and sophisticated venue for events and networking parties is tucked away on the 32rd floor of Sofitel Seoul Ambassador. Latitude32 is a secret Parisian-styled speakeasy located behind a hidden door along a black-walled corridor flooded by neon lights and street art. Upon stepping into this clandestine space, guests will find a retro pub, a glass-ceilinged music lounge, a cocktail bar and an outdoor terrace, with skyline views of the city to boot. This exclusive space is available to be completely booked out for 150 fully-seated or 300 fully-standing guests.

Bukhansan National Park

Highly acclaimed for its beauty, Bukhansan National Park is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the ‘Most Visited National Park per Unit Area’.
Highly acclaimed for its beauty, Bukhansan National Park is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the ‘Most Visited National Park per Unit Area’.

For corporate teambuilding in the great outdoors, look no further than Bukhansan National Park that offers several hiking trails ranging from easy to expert levels, suitable for participants of all fitness levels. Sprawling over Seoul’s northern perimeter, complete with beautiful views of the valley, stream, seasonal foliage and surrounding mountains, the park can be accessed via a 30-minute to one-hour drive from Seoul. A visit to Seoul Hiking Tourism Center located near the park can provide participants with complimentary rental of hiking gear, a place to rest and shower, and lockers to store their belongings.



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