Seoul city guide: Key information for Man City fans

Manchester City get their preparations for the 2026/27 season underway with a trip to Hong Kong to face Inter Milan on August 1, before travelling to the Seoul World Cup Stadium for back-to-back matches against a K-League All Stars side and Atletico Madrid.

Man City's pre-season campaign marks the beginning of a new era for the Citizens, who will be playing under the guidance of Enzo Maresca for the first time following Pep Guardiola's 10-year reign coming to an end at the conclusion of last term.

For fans that will be following Manchester City to Seoul for their two friendly fixtures, FootballGroundGuide covers everything needed to know before you travel to South Korea's capital city.

Seoul World Cup Stadium: Key Facts

The Seoul World Cup Stadium was constructed to be one of the showpiece venues for South Korea and Japan's jointly-hosted 2002 FIFA World Cup.

Work on the stadium got underway in October 1998 before eventually opening in November 2001, with an overall estimated construction cost of around $185m.

The venue is the second largest in South Korea, only after the Seoul Olympic Stadium, and boasts a capacity of 66,704 seats.

What else is there to do around Seoul?

For supporters who are looking to plan other activities besides watching Manchester City, there is plenty to get your teeth into around Seoul.

Gyeongbokgung Palace – The largest of Seoul's palaces, Gyeongbokgung Palace was built in 1395 as the main royal residence. Entry costs just $2, or is completely free if you wear a hanbok (traditional Korean dress).

Changdeokgung Palace and the Secret Garden – A beautiful palace paired with a sprawling 78-acre woodland garden with hidden pavilions, ponds and ancient trees that was once the private retreat of the royal family.

Dongdaemun Design Palace (DDP) – Dongdaemun Design Palace is one of the most photographed buildings in Asia. Inside, there are rotating art exhibitions, design markets and cultural events.

Where to eat and drink near Seoul World Cup Stadium

There are countless brilliant food and drink options around the Seoul World Cup Stadium, especially for those wanting to try more traditional South Korean food.

There are also multiple Michelin-starred restaurants that may be worth a visit for those seeking a fine-dining experience, including Restaurant Jueun and Yu Yuan.

How to get to Seoul World Cup Stadium

There are several ways to get to the Seoul World Cup Stadium and its surrounding complex, which even includes a cinema and shopping centre, but the easiest and most viable way is by using the Metro.

The Metro Station “World Cup Station” is located directly next to the venue and can be reached by line 6, which runs south of the centre of Seoul and can also be reached by a transfer via line 4 or line 2.