Explore Seoul in 5 Days

1. Day 1: Gyeongbokgung Palace
   25 minutes (2.5 miles) walking from your hotel

   Start your Seoul adventure with the iconic Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest palace in Korea. Take a guided tour to learn the palace's rich history and architecture. Be sure to catch the hourly changing of the guard ceremony.

2. Day 2: Namsan Tower
   30 minutes (2 miles) taxi ride from Gyeongbokgung Palace

   Visit the Namsan Tower for stunning panoramic views of Seoul from the top of Namsan Mountain. Take in the beautiful scenery from the observation deck or enjoy a romantic dinner at the tower's revolving restaurant.

3. Day 3: Myeong-dong
   15 minutes (1.5 miles) subway ride from Namsan Tower

   For shopping and street food, head over to the bustling Myeong-dong area. Treat yourself to some of the best Korean skin care products, trendy clothes, and try the famous Korean fried chicken.

4. Day 4: Bukchon Hanok Village
   15 minutes (1.5 miles) bus ride from Myeong-dong

   Experience the traditional Korean life style while walking through the winding alleys of Bukchon Hanok Village. Admire the beauty of the Korean-style houses and enjoy the picturesque scenery of the village.

5. Day 5: COEX Mall
   40 minutes (8 miles) subway ride from Bukchon Hanok Village

   End your trip at the largest underground shopping mall in Asia, COEX Mall. With over 250 shops, a movie theater, and an aquarium, there's something for everyone. Don't forget to grab a bite at the food court before heading back home.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gyeongbokgung Palace (2 hours, 3,000 KRW)
• Namsan Tower (2 hours, 12,000 KRW)
• Myeong-dong (3 hours, 20,000 KRW)
• Bukchon Hanok Village (2 hours, free admission)
• COEX Mall (4 hours, 15,000 KRW)
• Total Estimated Costs (79,000 KRW)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visitingNami Island for a day trip or theNational Museum of Koreato learn more about Korean history and culture. If you have less time, skip Bukchon Hanok Village.