Start your trip by exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace, a grand palace dressed in traditional Korean architecture. Take guided tours to learn about the history of the Joseon Dynasty, and witness the changing of the palace guards ceremony. Don't miss the palace's beautiful garden.
Spend a fun day at Lotte World, an indoor theme park that includes an outdoor park and a shopping mall. It's fun for both kids and adults, with thrilling rides, parades, and a folk museum. Try the Safari themed park with zoo animals and the Atlantis Water Adventure playground.
Get gorgeous panoramic views of Seoul atop the Namsan Seoul Tower, you can also place a love padlock that will remain there forever. Grab a bite to eat at the restaurant while enjoying a culture and tradition show featured at various times during the year.
The Seoul Children's Museum is a fun interactive museum where kids can explore everything from space to construction to Korean culture. It's a great way to spend a family day trip, especially on a rainy day with their enclosed Amazon Jungle themed playground.
Discover the underwater world at the COEX Aquarium, one of the biggest aquariums in Korea. The variety of sea creatures is impressive alone, but the aquarium also includes a concept of an Interactive Exhibit where you can experience touching animals and participate in feeding exhibitions.
The Safety Education Center is an interactive museum that is both educational and fun. With exhibits that teach about Seoul's history of disasters like earthquakes and fires, kids will learn valuable survival skills in a visually stimulating environment. Special exhibits on different topics throughout the year.
Get a glimpse of Korea's olden days by walking around Bukchon Hanok Village, lined with traditional Korean houses made from wood and paper which date back to the Joseon dynasty. It's a peaceful neighborhood and you can also buy Korean souvenirs and clothes in the surrounding shops.
A unique experience awaits you at the Trick Eye Museum, where pictures come alive via optical illusions. Take fun family photos riding a magic carpet or being chased by a giant spider. This indoor museum also has a Sculpture Garden, and you can enjoy the outside food court as well.
Everland Resort is the biggest theme park in South Korea featuring thrilling rides, a water park, petting zoo, and variety of seasonal festivals throughout the year. Enjoy their feisty T-Express wooden roller coaster, the Holland Village themed area, or watching animals in their safari ride.
Banpo Hangang Park is a scenic park located right by the Han River. It's perfect for a picnic, people-watching, or renting a bike to explore miles of the Han River bike path. At nightfall, experience the Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, the world's longest bridge fountain with a dazzling light show.
End your trip by exploring Seoul Zoo, located in the hills of Seoul Grand Park. See and experience animals in their landscapes, the zoo habitat follows a safari-like design where visitors can see the King of the Jungle up close. From there, explore the Sky Petronas for a spectacular 360-degree view of Seoul from the top floor of Tower 63.
Seoul has an extensive subway network and bus system that's quick and affordable. Since attractions are spread out and rely mainly on public transportation, using a T-money card will be helpful at all times**. Cabs are also plentiful but more expensive. Underground parking spaces are available almost everywhere in the city but it has to be monitored to not to overstay, also some areas do not have parking places. A realistic 1-day budget transportation is 15,000 KRW ($13 USD).
If you have less time, skip Bukchon Hanok Village and Seoul Children's Museum. If you have more time, consider visiting Gyeonghuigung palace, Yangjae Flower Market as well as walking along the Cheonggyecheon Stream. Renting of the Han River cruises is also available, a must do in spring and summer season.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the main airport, located about 50km west of Seoul in the city of Incheon. The cheaper option, Gimpo International Airport (GMP), is closer, around 22km away. Taxis, subways, and buses are available for both airports, the estimated price and time range from 40,000 KRW and up to an hour for a taxi ride from Incheon airport to central Seoul, and about 15,000 KRW for subway fees.
* Prices may vary according to travel dates, time of the year, and promotions. Prices valid for 2023, since costs as subject to change according to time and season, we advise to have a further update of prices before any bookings.
**Known as a public transport smart card that can be topped up and used on the subway, bus, and taxi.