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A Week in Seoul: Exploring the Vibrant City of South Korea

lari Mirescu

lari Mirescu

22 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling journey through Seoul, South Korea, as I discover its hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse myself in the rich culture of this dynamic city.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$14

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$ 11

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

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
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Namsan Cable Car
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
4 - 5 min

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Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
11 - 14 min

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Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
No time set
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$6
21 - 26 min

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National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
No time set
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
No time set
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Free
Day 2
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$22

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$ 7

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Gwangjang Market
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
6 - 8 min

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Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Cafe Gondry (카페공드리)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
8 - 10 min

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ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong
Hip hotel featuring 2 restaurants, a gym & a rooftop bar, plus a sauna & complimentary Wi-Fi.
No time set
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Free
Day 3
+

$54

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$ 9

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$32
11 - 14 min

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Deoksugung Palace
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
9 - 11 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Cafe Gondry (카페공드리)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
8 - 10 min

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Directions

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong
Hip hotel featuring 2 restaurants, a gym & a rooftop bar, plus a sauna & complimentary Wi-Fi.
No time set
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Free
Day 4
+

$114

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$ 9

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 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
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$94
8 - 11 min

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LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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CONNECT TO (커넥트투)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
25 - 30 min

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Directions

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong
Hip hotel featuring 2 restaurants, a gym & a rooftop bar, plus a sauna & complimentary Wi-Fi.
No time set
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Songpa Naru Park (Seokchon Lake Park)
This popular park with a large scenic lake features an event space, jogging trails & a theme park.
No time set
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Free
Day 5
+

$16

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$ 7

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 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
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Free
21 - 26 min

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곤드레집
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 6
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$10

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$ 9

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 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
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Free
13 - 16 min

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War Memorial of Korea
Museum charting Korea's conflicts, with exhibition rooms, monuments & an outdoor vehicle display.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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한강집생태
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
11 - 14 min

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Aqua Planet 63
Small aquarium featuring tropical fish, seals & stingrays, plus mermaid shows & penguin feeding.
No time set
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Free
Day 7
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$22

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$ 5

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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경상도집
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22

Budget breakdown: $303 In total

Activities & Food:$252
Transport:$51