Experience the Best of Seoul in 3 Days

1. Day 1: Exploring the Historic Sites of Seoul
   From the Airport (1 hr 10 min by car)
   • Gyeongbokgung Palace (2 hrs) - Visit the grandest and most beautiful palace in South Korea, experience the Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate, and see the National Palace Museum of Korea
   • Bukchon Hanok Village (40 min) - A neighborhood of traditional Hanok houses, dating back to the Joseon Dynasty, where you can experience the Korean culture of the past
   • Jogyesa Temple (30 min) - A peaceful oasis in the bustling city, where you can witness the daily rituals of Zen Buddhism and appreciate its traditional architecture
2. Day 2: Seoul's Modern Side
   From Day 1's last stop (30 min by car)
   • Myeong-dong (2 hrs) - Shop at Korea’s most popular shopping district, famous for its street food and trendy fashion boutiques
   • Namsan Tower (2 hrs) - Take a cable car ride to the top of Namsan Mountain to enjoy panoramic views of Seoul skyline and visit the tower's observation deck
   • Hongdae Street (2 hrs) - Known as the center of youth culture, visit Hongdae for their street performances, indie bands, eclectic fashion and delicious food
3. Day 3: Dashing Through Seoul's Districts
   From Day 2's last stop (40 min by car)
   • Garosu-gil (2 hrs) - A tree-lined street surrounded by boutique shops, trendy cafes, and high-end restaurants. The perfect place for Instagram-worthy photos
   • Gangnam District (2 hrs) - Visit the Gangnam Style area, where you’ll find some of the most luxurious shops, restaurants, and clubs in Seoul. Don't forget to snap a photo with the famous "Gangnam Style" Horse Statue
   • Bongeunsa Temple (1 hr) - A Buddhist temple amidst the skyscrapers of Gangnam district, offering peace and serenity in the middle of the bustling city. Try their Temple Stay program for a truly unique experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gyeongbokgung Palace (2 hrs)- Time: ⏰ 9am - 6pm, Price: 💰 3000 WON
• Bukchon Hanok Village (40 min)- Time: ⏰ 9am - 5pm, Price: 💰 Free
• Jogyesa Temple (30 min)- Time: ⏰ 5am - 8pm, Price: 💰 Free
• Myeong-dong (2 hrs)- Time: ⏰ 10am - 10pm, Price: 💰 Free
• Namsan Tower (2 hrs)- Time: ⏰ 10am - 11pm (Sun-Fri), 10am - 12am (Sat), Price: 💰 13000 - 20000 WON (depending on ticket type)
• Hongdae Street (2 hrs)- Time: ⏰ Open 24 hrs, Price: 💰 Free
• Garosu-gil (2 hrs)- Time: ⏰ 10am- 10pm, Price: 💰 Free
• Gangnam District (2 hrs)- Time: ⏰ Open 24 hrs, Price: 💰 Free
• Bongeunsa Temple (1 hr)- Time: ⏰ Open 24 hrs, Price: 💰 Free

Total Estimated Costs (excluding meals and transportation): 💰 13000 - 20000 WON (depending on Namsan Tower Ticket type)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you could visit some museums, such as the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art or the War Memorial of Korea. For foodies, street food tours through Myeong-dong or Korean BBQ tours are also worth considering.

If you have less time, you can skip one district and instead visit the Cheonggyecheon Stream for a peaceful stroll along the water or Lotte World for some indoor theme park fun. Travelers with a love for K-Pop and Korean dramas should visit the SM Town at COEX Artium Building or the JYP Entertainment building to spot K-Pop idols.