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A Week in Seoul: Exploring the Best of South Korea

Ian Galope

Ian Galope

18 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Seoul, South Korea. Discover the city's rich history, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in vibrant markets. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
+

$84

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$ 7

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Directions

BonJuk (본죽)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Directions

田多 (전다)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
정돈
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
+

$92

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$ 5

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

문화옥
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Joo Ok (주옥)
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$34
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
애성회관
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
+

$82

·

$ 11

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
10 - 12 min

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Directions

Nilli Pasta & Pizza (닐리)
과천 맛집, 과천 파스타, 서울랜드 맛집, 과천정부청사역맛집, 별양동맛집 * 사업자등록번호 : 220-02-80373 * 상호 : 닐리과천 * 소재지 : 경기도 과천시 별양동 1-17 과천타워 206호 * 업태 : 음식 * 종목 : 간이음식점
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
22 - 27 min

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Directions

Seoul Grand Park
Nearly 3,000 animals live in the zoos at this attraction with rose garden, art museum & theme park.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Directions

My Allée (마이알레 과천빌리지카페)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
곤드레집
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
+

$84

·

$ 5

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

dugahun (두가헌)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
7 - 10 min

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Directions

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Directions

온지음
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$32
긴자 바이린
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 5
+

$86

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
6 - 9 min

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Directions

L’amant Secret (라망 시크레)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

진주집
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
Olea Kitchen & Grocery (올리아키친앤그로서리)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 6
+

$82

·

$ 9

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
6 - 8 min

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Directions

Half Past Ten (하프패스트텐)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
19 - 28 min

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Directions

National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Directions

스즈란테이
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
봉피양 용산점 (봉피양)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 7
+

$82

·

$ 11

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

바류식당
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
29 - 35 min

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Directions

Hongdae Shopping Street
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Directions

Pork House (돼지집)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$30
14 - 17 min

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Directions

Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
산촌신쭈꾸미
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Airy quarters with city views in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a bar & a gym.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $635 In total

Activities & Food:$592
Transport:$43