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Discover the Vibrant Soul of Seoul

dennis ts

dennis ts

2 Oct 2023

Embark on an 8-day adventure in Seoul, South Korea, and immerse yourself in the rich culture, breathtaking landmarks, and mouthwatering cuisine of this vibrant city.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$62

Cheonggyecheon
Recreational area constructed around a revived stream with walkways, bridges & greenery.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Joo Ok (주옥)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
7 - 10 min

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애성회관
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 2
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$68

The National Folk Museum of Korea
National museum celebrating the history, culture & lives of Korean people, established in 1946.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Jogyesa Temple
Main temple for Jogye Korean Buddhism, with a large main hall & large seated Buddha statue.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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풍년옥
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$34
4 - 5 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Ogawa (오가와)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 3
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$64

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$ 3

Gyeongbokgung Palace
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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Free
11 - 14 min

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명동닭한마리
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$30
4 - 6 min

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Heunginjimun
This restored gate was part of the Fortress Wall of Seoul built during the Joseon Dynasty.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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진옥화할매원조닭한마리 (진옥화할매 원조닭한마리)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$34
Day 4
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$62

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$ 3

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
21 - 26 min

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Starfield Library
Futuristic library & cultural event space on 2 levels of a mall with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Neung Ra Do (능라도)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$32
5 - 8 min

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Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 조인트)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 5
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$64

Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Dongdaemun Market
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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진옥화할매원조닭한마리 (진옥화할매 원조닭한마리)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$34
6 - 9 min

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경상도집
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$30
Day 6
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$60

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$ 3

Namsangol Hanok Village
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
15 - 18 min

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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
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The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
11 - 16 min

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Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 7
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$62

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$ 3

Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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경상도집
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$30
9 - 14 min

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Pyongyang Myeonok (평양면옥)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 8
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$56

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$ 3

National Museum of Korea
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
19 - 28 min

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스즈란테이
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
6 - 8 min

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봉피양 용산점 (봉피양)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28

Budget breakdown: $509 In total

Activities & Food:$498
Transport:$11