Seoul is an incredible city for running, offering a unique mix of urban energy, scenic river views, and historic landmarks that make Seoul running races truly unforgettable. Seoul has various running routes to offer. The city’s well-maintained paths and stunning backdrops make every race or run an adventure. For both seasoned marathoners and casual joggers, Seoul’s blend of culture and nature creates the perfect setting for an inspiring run.
Seoul 100K
Date: TBC 2025
Experience Seoul’s blend of nature and city scape at The Seoul 100K. This unique ultramarathon running race brings the runner through the city and across nature.
The race offers three main courses to suit different levels:
10K for beginners, allowing runners to take in landmarks such as Gwanghwamun, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Bugaksan Mountain,
50K which follows the historic Seoul City Wall
and the full 100K, connecting downtown Seoul with its famed mountains and riverside views.
The Seoul 100K is limited to 1,500 participants (1,000 for the 10K, 300 for the 50K, and 200 for the 100K), with registration available on a first-come, first-served basis through the official Seoul 100K website.
Seoul Marathon
Date: 16 March 2025
The Seoul Marathon, first held in 1931, is Asia’s oldest continuous marathon and second only to Boston globally. This historic running race, known as “The Miracle on the Han River,” highlights Korea’s cultural heritage and modern transformation. The Seoul Marathon records are widely recognized so this running race, open to all levels, serves as a qualifying opportunity for Boston and New York.
“Boiled Pork” Run
Date: TBC 2025
Imagine being treated to unlimited servings of steamed pork and rice wine after a running race?
This is what Seoul’s Geumcheon-gu Health Run, popularly known as the “Boiled Pork Run,” has offered its participants. This unique running race drawing runners from all over and has gained fame for treating finishers to unlimited servings of steamed pork and rice wine.
The “Boiled Pork Run” involves no competitive timing — just great food, fun, and community spirit. If you’re looking for an unforgettable running race experience in Seoul, don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event that blends fitness with festivity!
Running Tours by Go! Running Tours
For visitors who want to combine sightseeing with their most favorite activity – running, our running tours offer the perfect solution. These tours allow you to see Seoul’s most iconic landmarks while enjoying a guided run through the many parts of the city. Our featured tour, the Old Seoul Tour 10K, is ideal for those looking to experience the highlights of Seoul in a unique and engaging way.
The Old Seoul Tour 10K brings you through Seoul’s most iconic sites. And transports you from the Joseon Dynasty to modern Seoul.
For more ways to explore Seoul’s culture and history, view all our running tours in Seoul here.
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