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Seoul: 10 Days of Adventure

Melisa Yilmaz

Melisa Yilmaz

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant streets of Seoul. Discover hidden gems, savor mouthwatering delicacies, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of South Korea's capital city. From historic palaces to bustling markets, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to Seoul

Day 1Market Marvels and Urban Oasis
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$18

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$ 7

Mangwon Market
Spacious indoor market offering local produce, plus stalls selling spicy snacks & cooked dishes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Yeouido Park
Opened in 1971, this public green space features cherry blossom trees, picturesque ponds & trails.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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금자네생등심
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
9 - 14 min

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Seoullo 7017
Opened in 2017 on a highway overpass dating from the 1970s, this park is around 1km in length.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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스즈란테이
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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$8
18 - 27 min

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National Museum of Korea
Major building opened in 2005 to house the country's cultural & military artifacts & artworks.
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Caves, Parks, and Riverside Delights
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$32

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$ 9

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
29 - 35 min

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곤드레집
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$12
22 - 27 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.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Banpo Hangang Park
Relaxed park for riverside walks, bike rides & sports, plus views of an illuminated bridge fountain.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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동작대교 밑 한가람 포장마차
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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$20
Day 3Theme Parks and Riverside Bliss
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$38

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$ 9

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
29 - 35 min

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지리산산나물정식에덴식당
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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Yeouido Hangang Park
Large, popular park on the river featuring scenic views, plus running paths & a swimming pool.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Haneul Park
Picturesque landscape featuring paths through tall, lush grass to a hilltop with sweeping vistas.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Mad for Garlic (매드포갈릭)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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$22
Day 4Royal Splendors and Culinary Delights
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$40

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$ 5

Changdeokgung
Tours are offered of this large Joseon dynasty palace & its surrounding gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Jogyesa Temple
Main temple for Jogye Korean Buddhism, with a large main hall & large seated Buddha statue.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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무교동북어국집
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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Cheonggyecheon
Recreational area constructed around a revived stream with walkways, bridges & greenery.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Tongin Traditional Market
Longtime marketplace providing shops, sit-down counters & stalls with traditional Korean grub.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
33 - 40 min

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Simply Thai (심플리타이)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$20
8 - 11 min

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Ilsan Lake Park
Lakefront retreat featuring a walking path, playground, sculptures, a small zoo & outdoor festivals.
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
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Free
Day 5Cultural Treasures and Scenic Views
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$28

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$ 9

Heunginjimun
This restored gate was part of the Fortress Wall of Seoul built during the Joseon Dynasty.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Naksan Park
Hilltop green space with exercise paths & a few observation decks for day & night city views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Cafe Gondry (카페공드리)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$12
4 - 6 min

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Bukchon Hanok Village
Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Sejong Center
Major theater with a state-of-the-art 3,000-seat main arena & the largest pipe organ in Asia.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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대성집
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
11 - 16 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.
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Museums, Palaces, and Traditional Charm
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$36

National Palace Museum of Korea
Exhibits focused on the Joseon Dynasty & royal family, with many artifacts & an audio tour.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$6
15 - 22 min

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Onion (어니언)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$20
8 - 11 min

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Ikseondong Hanok Village
Trendy suburb with a village atmosphere, traditional buildings, boutiques & restaurants.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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부촌육회
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Gwangjang Market
Bustling shopping area offering a wide array of traditional food items, plus clothing & souvenirs.
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Free
Day 7Parks, Plazas, and Historic Gems
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$40

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$ 5

Dream Forest
Densely wooded city park with cherry blossoms, maple trees, a pond, waterfall & art center.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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경상도집
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$18
7 - 10 min

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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Architectural-landmark events venue with futuristic design, a design market & food vendors.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Gwanghwamun Square
Huge public square opened in 2009 as part of an environmentally friendly redevelopment of Seoul.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Joo Ok (주옥)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$22
6 - 9 min

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Deoksugung Palace
Historic palace in the heart of Seoul offering a popular Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony.
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
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Free
Day 8Cathedrals, Markets, and Sky-high Views
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$64

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$ 3

Myeongdong Cathedral
Brick-built, 19th-century, Gothic-style Catholic cathedral with a 45m-high bell tower.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Namdaemun Market
Opened in 1964, this large area of stalls offers clothes, household goods & local items.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Mongmyeok Sanbang (목멱산방)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
2 - 3 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.
3:00 PM - 4:30 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.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$32
25 - 30 min

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CONNECT TO (커넥트투)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
7 - 10 min

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Songpa Naru Park (Seokchon Lake Park)
This popular park with a large scenic lake features an event space, jogging trails & a theme park.
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM
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Free
Day 9Memorials, Aquariums, and Theme Park Thrills
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$124

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$ 7

War Memorial of Korea
Museum charting Korea's conflicts, with exhibition rooms, monuments & an outdoor vehicle display.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Coex Aquarium
Large aquarium exhibiting habitats from deep sea to reef & mangrove with touch pools & tunnels.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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CONNECT TO (커넥트투)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
11 - 16 min

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Lotte World
Theme park rides, water flumes & marine life exhibits in a family centred 3-in-1 adventure park.
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$94
8 - 10 min

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늘푸른목장
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$8
Day 10Aquatic Wonders and Park Paradises
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$32

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$ 7

LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Seoul Children's Grand Park
Sizable park with classic rides like a ferris wheel, plus a zoo, playground & grassy seating areas.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Brooklyn The Burger Joint (브루클린 더 버거 조인트)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
8 - 11 min

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Starfield Coex Mall
Massive underground shopping mall & convention center with a theater, aquarium & restaurants.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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빵의정석
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
8 - 12 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.
8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $506 In total

Activities & Food:$452
Transport:$54