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Seoul: A Vibrant Adventure

Louis Meng

Louis Meng

12 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through the bustling streets of Seoul, South Korea. Discover hidden gems, explore historic landmarks, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$84

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$ 11

My Allée (마이알레 과천빌리지카페)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
13 - 16 min

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Seoul Land
Opened to coincide with the Olympics, this family attraction is divided into 5 themed zones.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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곤드레집
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
19 - 23 min

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Seoul Grand Park
Nearly 3,000 animals live in the zoos at this attraction with rose garden, art museum & theme park.
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Pork House (돼지집)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$28
14 - 17 min

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Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$92

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$ 9

Half Past Ten (하프패스트텐)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
6 - 8 min

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National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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田多 (전다)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$34
7 - 10 min

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Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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다래함박스텍
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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$34
11 - 14 min

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Bukhansan National Park
Mountain park crisscrossed with trails & home to a number of historic temples & a fortress.
7:00 PM - 1:00 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$82

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$ 5

문화옥
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
4 - 6 min

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Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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풍년옥
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$30
4 - 5 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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진주집
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$34
4 - 5 min

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Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 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.
1:30 AM - 3:00 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$90

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$ 7

장미의집
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
9 - 14 min

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Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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온지음
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$32
7 - 10 min

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Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$6
23 - 28 min

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소문난성수감자탕
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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$30
5 - 6 min

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Seoul Forest Park
Vast, tree-filled park featuring a lake, bike path & roses, plus deer to feed & a butterfly house.
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$208

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$ 7

대원식당
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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War Memorial of Korea
Museum charting Korea's conflicts, with exhibition rooms, monuments & an outdoor vehicle display.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$34
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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$32
12 - 15 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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본가설렁탕
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
9 - 14 min

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Lotte World
Theme park rides, water flumes & marine life exhibits in a family centred 3-in-1 adventure park.
9:30 PM - 1:30 AM
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$94
Day 6
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$82

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$ 7

청와옥
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
13 - 20 min

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Olympic Park
Site of Seoul 1988 Olympics with nearly a square mile of green space, sculptures & sports venues.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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본가설렁탕
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
12 - 18 min

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LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Seoul Children's Grand Park
Sizable park with classic rides like a ferris wheel, plus a zoo, playground & grassy seating areas.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 조인트)
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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$32
5 - 8 min

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Coex Aquarium
Large aquarium exhibiting habitats from deep sea to reef & mangrove with touch pools & tunnels.
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
1:00 AM - 4:00 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $679 In total

Activities & Food:$638
Transport:$41