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Seoul Adventure: 6 Days of Culture, Cuisine, and History

김하림 (harheem)

11 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Seoul, South Korea, as you immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, savor mouthwatering cuisine, and explore fascinating historical sites. Join me on this 6-day adventure and discover the hidden gems of this dynamic city.

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Hanboks to Temples - Unveiling Seoul's Heritage

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$15

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$ 3

Tous les Jours (뚜레쥬르)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

11 - 16 min

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Namsangol Hanok Village

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Myeongdong Cathedral

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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교대이층집

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$5

3 - 4 min

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Jogyesa Temple

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Sungnyemun

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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진주집

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$4

Day 2Museums and Nature - A Perfect Blend of Art and Serenity

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$21

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$ 4

KYOTO MARBLE (교토마블)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

12 - 17 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

32 - 39 min

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곤드레집

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$6

20 - 24 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.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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이가네양꼬치양갈비

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 3Stepping Back in Time - Exploring History's Footprints

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$23

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$ 3

옛집

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

8 - 11 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

13 - 16 min

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평안도만두집

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$8

9 - 14 min

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Seoul Museum of History

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

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Changdeokgung

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

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Cafe Gondry (카페공드리)

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$11

Day 4Palaces and Legends - Unraveling Seoul's Royal Secrets

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$27

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$ 3

Starbucks (스타벅스)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$7

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Seoul Hanseong Baekje Museum

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

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

김돈이

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Seolleung and Jeongneung

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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National Palace Museum of Korea

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

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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온지음

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

Day 5Coffee Culture and Historical Landmarks - A Day of Contrasts

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$18

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$ 2

Coffee and Cigarettes (커피앤시가렛)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Deoksugung Palace

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

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Ogawa (오가와)

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$6

11 - 16 min

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Gyeonghuigung

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

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Seodaemun Prison History Hall

Prison museum in former jail, opened in 1908, used to house Korean patriots during the colonial era.

4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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대성집

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$8

Day 6Traditional Charm and Presidential Power - A Grand Finale

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$22

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$ 2

그린마일커피

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

2 - 3 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

온지음

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Gyeongbokgung Palace

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

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$3

12 - 17 min

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Blue House

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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CAFE ROSSO (로쏘)

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$5

Budget breakdown: $138 In total

Activities & Food:$126

Transport:$12