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Seoul Adventure: Exploring the City's Hidden Gems

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26 Nov 2023

Embark on an 8-day journey through Seoul, South Korea, and discover the city's vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and breathtaking sights. From ancient palaces to modern attractions, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1Pizza, Parks, and Hangang Delights
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$84

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$ 5

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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$22
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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$34
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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$28
Day 2Villages, Caves, and Pork Galore
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$92

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$ 9

My Allée (마이알레 과천빌리지카페)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
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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$34
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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$34
Day 3Markets, Palaces, and Hanok Village
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$82

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$ 3

문화옥
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
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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$30
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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$34
Day 4Sausage Soup, Palaces, and Secret Gardens
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$84

화목순대국
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
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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$32
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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$30
Day 5Royal Palaces, Cable Cars, and Culinary Delights
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$92

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$ 3

dugahun (두가헌)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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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$6
9 - 11 min

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Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
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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$32
Day 6Noodle Soup, Theme Parks, and Family Fun
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$176

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$ 3

본가설렁탕
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
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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$94
13 - 16 min

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Seobuk Noodle House (서북면옥)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
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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$32
Day 7Nourishing Soup, Aquariums, and Shopping Extravaganza
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$82

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$ 5

신선설농탕
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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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$30
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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$32
Day 8Dining with a View and Cultural Exploration
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$108

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$ 3

The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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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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$32
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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$28
8 - 12 min

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봉피양 용산점 (봉피양)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28

Budget breakdown: $825 In total

Activities & Food:$800
Transport:$25