🇰🇷 Seoul Adventure: 10 Days of Cultural Delights

Justin Yeo

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Seoul's rich history and vibrant culture. Immerse yourself in ancient palaces, traditional villages, and mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of South Korea!

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Gems - Gyeonghuigung, Blue House, and 온지음

$34

$ 3

Palace originally built in the 17th century by the Joseon dynasty, with an adjacent history museum.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

This complex features the executive office & official residence of South Korea's president.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$34

Day 2Step into the Past - Changdeoggung and Bukchon Hanok Village

$34

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

Directions

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

4 - 6 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$34

Day 3Majestic Royalty - Gyeongbokgung Palace and 긴자 바이린

$36

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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9 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

Day 4Discovering National Treasures - National Museum of Korea, Sungnyemun, and 진주집

$32

$ 3

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

14 - 17 min

Directions

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$32

Day 5Tracing the Roots - Seoul Hanseong Baekje Museum, Seolleung and Jeongneung, and 김돈이

$34

$ 3

Preserved relics from the ancient Baekje kingdom, plus a 4D theater, at a prehistoric ruin site.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$34

Day 6Serenity and Beauty - Jogyesa Temple, Changdeokgung, and 정돈

$28

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$28

Day 7Timeless Elegance - Deoksugung Palace, Seoul Museum of History, and 평안도만두집

$30

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

18 - 27 min

Directions

Museum on the history of Seoul from prehistoric times to the present, with temporary exhibits.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

Day 8Faith and Tradition - Myeongdong Cathedral, Namsangol Hanok Village, and 필동면옥

$28

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

16 - 23 min

Directions

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

8 - 11 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$28

Day 9Nature's Retreat - Gwanaksan and Jean Boulangerie (쟝 블랑제리)

$28

$ 3

Mountain with protected slopes, designated city park section, Buddhist temples, hiking & climbing.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$28

Day 10Treasures of the Palace - National Palace Museum of Korea, Geunjeongjeon, and Sushi Hyo (스시孝)

$34

Exhibits focused on the Joseon Dynasty & royal family, with many artifacts & an audio tour.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

Grand residence of the 14th-century Joseon Dynasty, now housing museums of folklore & royal culture.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$34

Budget breakdown: $327 In total

Activities & Food:$318

Transport:$9