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Seoul: A Week of Adventure

Farawahida Marzuki

Farawahida Marzuki

26 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea. Explore stunning parks, ancient palaces, bustling markets, and iconic landmarks that will leave you in awe.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$64

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$ 5

Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$64
Day 2
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$0

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$ 5

Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
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
42 - 51 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.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 5

Deoksugung Palace
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
9 - 11 min

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The National Folk Museum of Korea
National museum celebrating the history, culture & lives of Korean people, established in 1946.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 5

Jogyesa Temple
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
12 - 18 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Naksan Park
Hilltop green space with exercise paths & a few observation decks for day & night city views.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 5

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
27 - 33 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
Day 7
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$0

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$ 5

Seoul Sky
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 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.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $89 In total

Activities & Food:$64
Transport:$25