Morning: Arrive at Incheon International Airport and take the AREX Express Train to Seoul Station, where you can drop off luggage at a convenient locker. Grab a quick bite at Plant Café, a popular vegan brunch spot known for its smoothie bowls and vegan pastries.
Afternoon: Wander through the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace and enjoy a vegetarian-friendly tea at the nearby Insadong Tea House, offering a variety of herbal blends and tofu desserts. Continue strolling along Insadong Street, where you’ll find vegetarian-friendly street snacks like hotteok filled with sweet beans.
Evening: Dine at Vegan Seoul, a fully vegan restaurant in the Hongdae district, featuring bibimbap with tofu and fresh seasonal vegetables. End the night with a stroll through Hongdae’s vibrant street art and live music.
Find HotelsMorning: Start at Namdaemun Market and explore the vegetarian stalls offering fresh kimchi, kimchi pancakes, and Korean-style vegan pancakes. Stop by Gongdeok Tofu House for a warm bowl of sundubu-jjigae (soft tofu stew) with a vegetarian twist.
Afternoon: Visit COEX Mall and the nearby Veggie Garden Café for a plant-based lunch featuring Korean BBQ tofu and kimchi fried rice. Walk through the serene Bongeunsa Temple for a peaceful break.
Evening: Experience the bustling nightlife of Gangnam, dining at Plant Seoul (the second branch) for vegan Korean barbecue and a variety of banchan. Finish with a dessert at Honey Bee Vegan Ice Cream for dairy‑free ice cream.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a fast train to Suwon and visit the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a light brunch at Green Tree Café, which serves vegan brunch bowls and fresh juices.
Afternoon: Explore the traditional market Jungang Market, sampling vegetarian street food such as jeon (savory pancakes) made with mung bean batter. Visit Suwoondang for a vegetarian Korean BBQ lunch.
Evening: Return to Seoul and unwind at Seoul Forest, followed by dinner at Vegan Kitchen near the forest, offering a creative tasting menu of Korean-inspired plant dishes.
Find HotelsMorning: Relax at Cheonggyecheon Stream while sipping tea at the Seoul Tea House, which offers vegan teas and pastries. Take a final stroll through the nearby Myeongdong for some last-minute shopping and street snacks like sweet potato chips.
Afternoon: Enjoy a final lunch at Hanok Village Café, a charming café serving a vegetarian set menu with seasonal Korean vegetables, kimchi, and rice dishes.
Evening: Head back to Incheon Airport, stopping at Incheon Airport’s Vegan Food Court for a quick snack before your flight.
Find HotelsIf you have more time, consider adding a day trip to Busan to explore the famous Jagalchi Market for more seafood‑free options and the vibrant Haeundae Beach for a seaside walk. To shorten the trip, skip the Suwon day and spend extra time exploring Seoul’s neighborhoods like Itaewon and Dongdaemun, which offer abundant vegan and vegetarian eateries, ensuring a relaxed pace.