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10 Days in Seoul: A Journey of Tradition and Modernity

Richard

Richard

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Seoul, South Korea, exploring ancient palaces, vibrant markets, and thrilling amusement parks. Discover the perfect blend of tradition and modernity in this captivating city.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$124

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$ 5

Seoul Grand Park
Nearly 3,000 animals live in the zoos at this attraction with rose garden, art museum & theme park.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$68
2 - 3 min

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Namsan Cable Car
This aerial tram takes passengers on a 3-minute trip in a glass cable car with panoramic city views.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Olea Kitchen & Grocery (올리아키친앤그로서리)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 2
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$136

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$ 5

Seoul Land
Opened to coincide with the Olympics, this family attraction is divided into 5 themed zones.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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풍년옥
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$68
4 - 5 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Ogawa (오가와)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 3
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$200

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$ 5

Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$64
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The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
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The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 4
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$124

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$ 9

Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
19 - 28 min

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스즈란테이
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$64
6 - 8 min

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봉피양 용산점 (봉피양)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 5
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$132

Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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경상도집
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$68
9 - 14 min

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Pyongyang Myeonok (평양면옥)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$64
Day 6
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$120

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$ 5

War Memorial of Korea
Museum charting Korea's conflicts, with exhibition rooms, monuments & an outdoor vehicle display.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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진주집
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$56
5 - 8 min

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L’amant Secret (라망 시크레)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$64
Day 7
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$312

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$ 5

Lotte World
Theme park rides, water flumes & marine life exhibits in a family centred 3-in-1 adventure park.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$188
8 - 12 min

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본가설렁탕
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$60
12 - 18 min

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LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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늘푸른목장
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$64
Day 8
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$112

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$ 5

Seoul Children's Grand Park
Sizable park with classic rides like a ferris wheel, plus a zoo, playground & grassy seating areas.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 조인트)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$56
4 - 6 min

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Neung Ra Do (능라도)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 9
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$108

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$ 5

Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Joo Ok (주옥)
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$56
7 - 10 min

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애성회관
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 10
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$148

Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$12
7 - 10 min

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온지음
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$68
13 - 20 min

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긴자 바이린
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68

Budget breakdown: $1553 In total

Activities & Food:$1516
Transport:$37