10 Days in Seoul: A Journey of Tradition and Modernity

Stefania Stefania

31 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Seoul with this 10-day itinerary. Discover ancient palaces, explore traditional neighborhoods, and indulge in delicious Korean cuisine.

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$93

$ 10

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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This popular park with a large scenic lake features an event space, jogging trails & a theme park.

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$51

5 - 8 min

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Futuristic library & cultural event space on 2 levels of a mall with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 조인트)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 2

$243

$ 10

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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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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$141

8 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$51

7 - 10 min

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Busy lake with 2 sections featuring walking paths, an artificial island, cafes & seasonal blossoms.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$51

Day 3

$96

$ 13

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 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

6 - 8 min

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National museum celebrating the history, culture & lives of Korean people, established in 1946.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$45

3 - 4 min

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Main temple for Jogye Korean Buddhism, with a large main hall & large seated Buddha statue.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$51

Day 4

$93

$ 10

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Sprawling, scenic grounds around Changdeokgung Palace featuring pavilions, ponds & lush trees.

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$48

8 - 11 min

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Trendy suburb with a village atmosphere, traditional buildings, boutiques & restaurants.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$45

Day 5

$108

$ 10

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Complex of 4 grand traditional Korean palaces, shrines & gardens for guided & self guided tours.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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12 - 18 min

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3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$51

4 - 5 min

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

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 6

$90

$ 16

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 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

24 - 29 min

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

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$42

11 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 7

$141

$ 10

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 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

20 - 29 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$48

10 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$45

8 - 11 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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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.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 8

$84

$ 7

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$42

4 - 6 min

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This restored gate was part of the Fortress Wall of Seoul built during the Joseon Dynasty.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 9

$81

$ 10

Morning Sky Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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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

44 - 53 min

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Former train line converted into a leafy park with pathways, lawns & streams, plus cafes nearby.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$42

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Budget breakdown: $1118 In total

Activities & Food:$1029

Transport:$89