City Experiences: Dongdaemun, Seoul One-day Itinerary

1. 10:00AM: Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station
   Start your day at the Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station, which is a transportation hub and cultural hub with exhibitions and performances.
2. 10:30AM: Dongdaemun Design Plaza
   Head to Dongdaemun Design Plaza, a remarkable piece of architecture featuring art exhibitions, workshops, and seminars. Impressive photo opportunities abound.
   Travel Time: 15 minutes, 1.2 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station
3. 12:00PM: Gwangjang Market
   Lunch is at Gwangjang Market, located in the heart of Seoul. The oldest and largest traditional market in Korea offering visitors authentic Korean street food. Try the famous bindaetteok (mung-bean pancakes)
   Travel Time: 20 minutes, 1.4 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza
4. 1:30PM: Cheonggyecheon Stream
   Take a stroll along Cheonggyecheon Stream, a refreshing area in urban Seoul with parks, cafes, and vibrant street art. Rest on the side, feel the breeze, or dangle your feet over the water.
   Travel Time: 20 minutes, 2.1 km from Gwangjang Market
5. 3:00PM: Namsangol Hanok Village
   Visit Namsangol Hanok Village, featuring Korean traditional houses (hanok), cultural performances, and activities. Dress in a hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) and take an Instagram-worthy shot!
   Travel Time: 20 minutes, 3.1 km from Cheonggyecheon Stream
6. 5:00PM: Heunginjimun Gate (Dongdaemun Gate)
   End your day at Heunginjimun Gate, the largest castle gate from Joseon Dynasty.

   Travel Time: 25 minutes, 3 km from Namsangol Hanok Village

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dongdaemun Design Plaza (2 hours, free admission)
• Gwangjang Market (1.5 hours, KRW 15,000)
• Cheonggyecheon Stream (1.5 hours, free admission)
• Namsangol Hanok Village (2 hours, KRW 3,000)
• Heunginjimun Gate (30 minutes, free admission)
Total Estimated Costs: KRW 18,000 (excluding transportation)

Useful tips

If they have more time, they can explore the nearby Dongdaemun Shopping Market District, where they can shop for trendy clothes, accessories, and cosmetics. Alternatively, they could visit the nearby Seoul City Wall, an ancient city's wall that stretches around the capital.

If they have less time, they may skip the Namsangol Hanok Village or Heunginjimun Gate. Alternatively, they may consider adding stops around Dongdaemun area, such as the DDP Park, Seoul Fortress Wall, and the City Wall Museum.