Seoul: A 9-Day Adventure in South Korea

Suraj Baral

7 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through Seoul, South Korea's vibrant capital. Explore ancient palaces, immerse yourself in traditional markets, and marvel at modern architectural wonders. Join us as we uncover the rich history and culture of this dynamic city.

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$ 5

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

$ 5

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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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

9 - 11 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

34 - 41 min

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

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

$ 6

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 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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Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

$ 4

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

Directions

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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12 - 15 min

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

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5

$16

$ 5

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Tours & cultural programs inside a recreated Korean village with 5 restored hanoks, built 1392–1910.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 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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$16

11 - 14 min

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Day 6

$ 4

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 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

Day 7

$ 5

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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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

41 - 50 min

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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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Opened to coincide with the Olympics, this family attraction is divided into 5 themed zones.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Day 8

$47

$ 4

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 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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$47

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

Day 9

$ 3

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

Directions

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

Budget breakdown: $99 In total

Activities & Food:$66

Transport:$33