Take AREX express or limousine bus to your hotel area (Myeongdong, Hongdae or Gangnam) or taxi if late and luggage-heavy; travel time varies by choice and traffic.
Grab a light late-night snack from a convenience store or a nearby 24-hour pojangmacha (street stall) if available — Myeongdong and Hongdae have late options.
Explore the main Joseon-era palace and optional museum; palace usually open 09:00–17:00 (check for Tuesday closures) and the Changing of the Guard is a highlight.
Enjoy comforting ginseng chicken soup — a Seoul classic that’s especially warming in November; the restaurant is popular so expect a short queue (open ~10:00–22:00).
Browse cosmetics and fashion stores, and sample street snacks such as tteokbokki and skewers; shops usually open 10:30–22:00 and stalls operate into the night.
Choose from global restaurants in Itaewon — great for variety (Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, or fusion) and useful if you want a break from Korean food.
Visit one of Seoul’s major museums depending on interest: the War Memorial for modern history or the National Museum for cultural context; both open around 09:00–18:00.
Wander colourful murals, galleries and viewpoints in this hillside artistic village; most outdoor areas open all day, small galleries may charge minimal fees.
Walk the coastal path to Dongbaekseom for seaside views, the mermaid statue and APEC House; the area is open all day and is especially pleasant in the morning.
Visit the rocky coastal park with cliff viewpoints and an observatory; park open ~07:00–18:00 and the internal shuttle train is optional for easier access.
If you missed traditional areas earlier in the trip, visit Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong’s galleries and tea houses (shops usually open until evening).
Choose a half-day experience: hanbok and palace photos (photographer/studio), a Korean cooking class, or the Seoul Museum of History; many require booking.
Choose a cultural spot you missed earlier — a half-day visit to a museum or the Korean Folk Village (if you want a short excursion) helps round off the trip.
Leave the hotel by noon to reach Incheon Airport for your 16:10 flight to Brunei — allow 3–4 hours for international check-in, security and immigration.