🌆 Seoul Adventure

Viny Ehsani

30 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant streets of Seoul, discovering ancient palaces, bustling markets, and iconic landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of South Korea's capital city.

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Wonders - Seoul Grand Park & N Seoul Tower

$64

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

40 - 48 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$64

Day 2Thrills and Caves - Seoul Land & Gwangmyeong Cave

$ 5

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

30 - 36 min

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Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Market Marvels - Namdaemun Market, Namsan Cable Car & Myeongdong Cathedral

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Brick-built, 19th-century, Gothic-style Catholic cathedral with a 45m-high bell tower.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Gastronomic Delights - Gwangjang Market, Changdeokgung & Deoksugung Palace

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Historical Treasures - War Memorial of Korea & National Museum of Korea

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Fun-filled Escapades - Lotte World & Seoul Children's Grand Park

$188

$ 5

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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$188

20 - 24 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

Day 7Aquatic Wonders - Coex Aquarium, DDP & Bukchon Hanok Village

$ 9

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

21 - 26 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Retail Therapy - Starfield Coex Mall & Seoul Forest Park

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 9Parks and History - Haneul Park, Seodaemun Prison History Hall & Gwanghwamun Square

$ 9

Picturesque landscape featuring paths through tall, lush grass to a hilltop with sweeping vistas.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Prison museum in former jail, opened in 1908, used to house Korean patriots during the colonial era.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Riverside Serenity - Yeouido Hangang Park & Gyeongbokgung Palace

$12

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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$12

Budget breakdown: $313 In total

Activities & Food:$264

Transport:$49