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Seoul Adventure: 5 Days of Culture, Cuisine, and Captivating Sights

joe ddo

11 Dec 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Seoul, South Korea, as you immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and mouthwatering cuisine. From ancient palaces to bustling markets, this itinerary is packed with exciting experiences that will leave you craving for more.

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Traditional Delights and Modern Marvels

+

$210

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$ 16

Hotel Skypark Myeongdong I

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Directions

dugahun (두가헌)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$55

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Bukchon Hanok Village

Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

경상도집

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$85

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Pyongyang Myeonok (평양면옥)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$70

Day 2Coffee, Palaces, and Market Madness

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$245

·

$ 16

Hotel Skypark Myeongdong I

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Paul Bassett (폴바셋)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Deoksugung Palace

Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

온지음

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$85

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.

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$15

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Gwangjang Market

Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

부촌육회

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$85

Day 3Hidden Gems and Majestic Views

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$285

·

$ 6

Hotel Skypark Myeongdong I

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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Directions

L’amant Secret (라망 시크레)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$45

5 - 8 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

20 - 24 min

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Directions

The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$75

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N Seoul Tower

Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$80

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$85

Day 4Authentic Tastes and Retail Therapy

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$445

·

$ 16

Hotel Skypark Myeongdong I

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

본가설렁탕

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$55

9 - 14 min

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Directions

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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$235

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 조인트)

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$80

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Starfield Coex Mall

Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Neung Ra Do (능라도)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$75

Day 5Serenity, Parks, and Historical Reflections

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$215

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$ 21

Hotel Skypark Myeongdong I

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

장미의집

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Yeouido Hangang Park

Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

스즈란테이

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$85

18 - 27 min

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Directions

National Museum of Korea

Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

War Memorial of Korea

Museum charting Korea's conflicts, with exhibition rooms, monuments & an outdoor vehicle display.

5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

한강집생태

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$80

Budget breakdown: $1472 In total

Activities & Food:$1400

Transport:$72