Seoul & Busan Adventure

Paola Saez

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 12-day journey through the vibrant cities of Seoul and Busan in South Korea. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in cultural experiences, and indulge in mouthwatering street food. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Seoul Grand Park

Nearly 3,000 animals live in the zoos at this attraction with rose garden, art museum & theme park.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Seoul Land & N Seoul Tower

$32

$ 3

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

32 - 39 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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$32

Day 3Gwangmyeong Cave & National Museum of Korea

$ 3

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

36 - 44 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Namsangol Hanok Village, Myeongdong Cathedral & Namsan Cable Car

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Gwangjang Market & Changdeokgung

$ 3

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

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6War Memorial of Korea & Deoksugung Palace

$ 3

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

11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Lotte World & Coex Aquarium

$94

$ 3

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

11 - 14 min

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Large aquarium exhibiting habitats from deep sea to reef & mangrove with touch pools & tunnels.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Seoul Children's Grand Park & Bukchon Hanok Village

$ 3

Sizable park with classic rides like a ferris wheel, plus a zoo, playground & grassy seating areas.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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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

Day 9Seoul Forest Park & Haneul Park

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 10Gwanghwamun Square & Gyeongbokgung Palace

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $212 In total

Activities & Food:$184

Transport:$29

Trip to Busan

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Seoul Grand Park

$ 6

Busan station City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Picturesque attraction featuring a village of colorful houses, painted murals, shops & cafes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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7 - 9 min

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World famous market for fresh fish & seafood to take away or eat at the informal stalls.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 2Seoul Land & N Seoul Tower

$43

$ 8

Busan station City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

Lively, sprawling marketplace with vendors selling street food, home goods & souvenirs.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

16 - 20 min

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Enduring Buddhist temple constructed in the 14th-century & offering sweeping views of the sea.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $212 In total

Activities & Food:$184

Transport:$29