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Seoul & Busan Adventure

Paola Saez

Paola Saez

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant cities of Seoul and Busan in South Korea. Discover ancient palaces, immerse in local culture, and explore breathtaking landmarks. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Seoul

Day 1Seoul Land, Seoul Grand Park, Yeouido Hangang Park
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$0

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$ 7

Gangnam Stay Tourist Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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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
16 - 23 min

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Seoul Grand Park
Nearly 3,000 animals live in the zoos at this attraction with rose garden, art museum & theme park.
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Gwangmyeong Cave, War Memorial of Korea, N Seoul Tower, National Museum of Korea
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$32

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$ 11

Gangnam Stay Tourist Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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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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War Memorial of Korea
Museum charting Korea's conflicts, with exhibition rooms, monuments & an outdoor vehicle display.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$32
15 - 18 min

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National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Namsan Cable Car, Deoksugung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Changdeokgung, Gwangjang Market
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$0

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$ 11

Gangnam Stay Tourist Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Free
Day 4DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun Square, Namdaemun Market
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$6

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$ 9

Gangnam Stay Tourist Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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$6
11 - 16 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Seoul Children's Grand Park, LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM, Lotte World, Starfield Coex Mall
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$94

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$ 9

Gangnam Stay Tourist Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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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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LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Lotte World
Theme park rides, water flumes & marine life exhibits in a family centred 3-in-1 adventure park.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$94
12 - 15 min

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Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $263 In total

Activities & Food:$202
Transport:$61

Trip to Busan

Day 1Seoul Land, Seoul Grand Park, Yeouido Hangang Park
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$58

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$ 10

Busan station City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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SEALIFE Busan Aquarium
Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
16 - 20 min

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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan
Enduring Buddhist temple constructed in the 14th-century & offering sweeping views of the sea.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
34 - 41 min

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Oryukdo Skywalk
Free-admission cantilever walkway with a glass floor offering views of the sea & Oryukdo island.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$3
30 - 36 min

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Diamond Tower (Busan Tower)
Sweeping views are the highlight atop this 118-m. tower with an observation deck & cafe.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
Day 2Gwangmyeong Cave, War Memorial of Korea, N Seoul Tower, National Museum of Korea
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$13

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$ 8

Busan station City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Taejongdae Resort Park, Busan
Clifftop park area featuring an observatory with water views, plus a train ride, lighthouse & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
26 - 32 min

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Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan
Picturesque attraction featuring a village of colorful houses, painted murals, shops & cafes.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Gukje Market
Lively, sprawling marketplace with vendors selling street food, home goods & souvenirs.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $263 In total

Activities & Food:$202
Transport:$61