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10 Days in Seoul: A Journey of Tradition and Modernity

Lauren Wampfler

Lauren Wampfler

8 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Seoul in this 10-day itinerary, exploring ancient palaces, bustling markets, and iconic landmarks while immersing yourself in the rich culture of South Korea.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
+

$18

Β·

$ 9

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
5 - 6 min

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Directions

Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
β€’
Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

μ§€λ¦¬μ‚°μ‚°λ‚˜λ¬Όμ •μ‹μ—λ΄μ‹λ‹Ή
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
β€’
$10
쑰박집
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$8
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 2
+

$32

Β·

$ 7

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
58 - 70 min

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Directions

Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
β€’
Free
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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
β€’
Free
11 - 16 min

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Directions

The Place Dining (λ”ν”Œλ ˆμ΄μŠ€λ‹€μ΄λ‹)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
β€’
$12
Mongmyeok Sanbang (λͺ©λ©±μ‚°λ°©)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$20
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 3
+

$38

Β·

$ 7

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
β€’
Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
β€’
Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

풍년μ˜₯
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
β€’
$16
μˆ˜μˆ˜μ»€ν”Ό
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$22
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 4
+

$40

Β·

$ 7

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
β€’
Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
β€’
Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Cafe Gondry (μΉ΄νŽ˜κ³΅λ“œλ¦¬)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
β€’
$20
Wood & Brick (μš°λ“œμ•€λΈŒλ¦­)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$20
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 5
+

$30

Β·

$ 7

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
10 - 15 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.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
β€’
Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

CONNECT TO (컀λ„₯트투)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$10
λŠ˜ν‘Έλ₯Έλͺ©μž₯
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
β€’
$20
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 6
+

$30

Β·

$ 9

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
7 - 9 min

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Directions

LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
β€’
Free
5 - 6 min

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Directions

λŠ˜ν‘Έλ₯Έλͺ©μž₯
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
β€’
$20
CONNECT TO (컀λ„₯트투)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$10
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 7
+

$40

Β·

$ 7

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
26 - 32 min

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Directions

Seoul Land
Opened to coincide with the Olympics, this family attraction is divided into 5 themed zones.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
β€’
Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 쑰인트)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
β€’
$18
5 - 8 min

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Directions

Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
β€’
Free
Neung Ra Do (λŠ₯라도)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$22
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 8
+

$22

Β·

$ 5

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

DDP β”‚ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
β€’
Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

경상도집
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
β€’
$10
λͺ…λ™λ‹­ν•œλ§ˆλ¦¬
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$12
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 9
+

$30

Β·

$ 5

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
19 - 28 min

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Directions

National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
β€’
Free
19 - 28 min

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Directions

μŠ€μ¦ˆλž€ν…Œμ΄
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
β€’
$22
λ™μž‘λŒ€κ΅ λ°‘ ν•œκ°€λžŒ 포μž₯마차
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$8
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
Day 10
+

$32

Β·

$ 7

Local Stitch

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
β€’
Free
7 - 10 min

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Directions

μ˜¨μ§€μŒ
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
β€’
$14
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
β€’
Free
CAFE ROSSO (둜쏘)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
β€’
$18
Local Stitch
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
β€’
Free

Budget breakdown: $374 In total

Activities & Food:$312
Transport:$62