Discover the Best of Seoul: 7-Day Itinerary

Simon Feng

10 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Seoul, South Korea with this action-packed 7-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in vibrant markets, and indulge in thrilling adventures.

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$235

$ 21

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

Theme park rides, water flumes & marine life exhibits in a family centred 3-in-1 adventure park.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$235

19 - 23 min

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Sizable park with classic rides like a ferris wheel, plus a zoo, playground & grassy seating areas.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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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

Day 2

$80

$ 21

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Large aquarium exhibiting habitats from deep sea to reef & mangrove with touch pools & tunnels.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$80

Day 3

$ 21

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

$ 26

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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This aerial tram takes passengers on a 3-minute trip in a glass cable car with panoramic city views.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Day 5

$15

$ 16

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

24 - 29 min

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Vast, tree-filled park featuring a lake, bike path & roses, plus deer to feed & a butterfly house.

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

$ 21

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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Nearly 3,000 animals live in the zoos at this attraction with rose garden, art museum & theme park.

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

$ 16

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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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

27 - 33 min

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

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $468 In total

Activities & Food:$330

Transport:$138