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Seoul: A 6-Day Adventure in South Korea

lari Mirescu

lari Mirescu

18 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea. Explore historic palaces, traditional markets, and stunning parks while indulging in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Seoul

Day 1
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$28

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$ 3

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
6 - 8 min

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Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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田多 (전다)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 2
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$34

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
12 - 18 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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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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Free
7 - 10 min

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온지음
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 3
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$34

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
13 - 20 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
20 - 29 min

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N Seoul Tower
Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
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The Place Dining (더플레이스다이닝)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 4
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$30

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$ 5

Lotte World
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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Free
34 - 41 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.
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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My Allée (마이알레 과천빌리지카페)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 5
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$32

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$ 5

Seoul Land
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
35 - 42 min

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LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Namsangol Hanok Village
Tours & cultural programs inside a recreated Korean village with 5 restored hanoks, built 1392–1910.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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필동면옥
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 6
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$32

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$ 7

Haneul Park
Picturesque landscape featuring paths through tall, lush grass to a hilltop with sweeping vistas.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Gwangmyeong Cave, Gyeonggi-do
Former mining cave complex turned entertainment venue, with light shows, an aquarium & a winery.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Pork House (돼지집)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32

Budget breakdown: $207 In total

Activities & Food:$190
Transport:$17