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8 Days in Seoul: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Nicole Weaver

Nicole Weaver

20 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Seoul with this 8-day itinerary. Explore historical sites, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the local culture. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$42

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$ 3

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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$11
10 - 12 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.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Jinkawa (진가와)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$17
11 - 16 min

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Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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투뿔등심
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 2
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$46

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$ 5

My Allée (마이알레 과천빌리지카페)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
14 - 17 min

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Seoul Land
Opened to coincide with the Olympics, this family attraction is divided into 5 themed zones.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Pork House (돼지집)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$17
14 - 17 min

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Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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산촌신쭈꾸미
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17
Day 3
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$41

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$ 2

문화옥
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
4 - 6 min

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Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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田多 (전다)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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긴자 바이린
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17
Day 4
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$42

화목순대국
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
3 - 4 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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진주집
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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L’amant Secret (라망 시크레)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 5
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$46

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$ 2

dugahun (두가헌)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
10 - 15 min

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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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$3
9 - 11 min

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Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$17
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.
3:00 PM - 4:30 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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$16
Day 6
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$88

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$ 2

본가설렁탕
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
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.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$47
13 - 16 min

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Seobuk Noodle House (서북면옥)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
17 - 26 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.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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빠오즈푸
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 7
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$41

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$ 3

신선설농탕
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 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
26 - 32 min

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경상도집
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$15
7 - 10 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Pyongyang Myeonok (평양면옥)
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$16
Day 8
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$54

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$ 2

The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$16
12 - 15 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
7 - 10 min

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한강집생태
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$14
8 - 12 min

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봉피양 용산점 (봉피양)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14

Budget breakdown: $413 In total

Activities & Food:$400
Transport:$13