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Discovering Seoul in 3 Days

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Day 1: Historical Exploration

Seoul, South Korea

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Cafe

Start your day with a traditional Korean breakfast at a local cafe near Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to the palace.
₩8000, 1 hour

10:00AM

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Explore the grandeur of this Joseon Dynasty palace and witness the changing of the guard ceremony.
Walk to the palace entrance.
₩3000, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Traditional Hanok Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Korean meal in Bukchon Hanok Village.
Take a short taxi ride to Bukchon Hanok Village.
₩15000, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Bukchon Hanok Village

Stroll through the charming alleyways lined with traditional Korean houses (hanok).
Walk to Bukchon Hanok Village.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

N Seoul Tower

Head to N Seoul Tower for stunning panoramic views of the city especially at sunset.
Take a taxi or subway to N Seoul Tower.
₩11000, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at a Local Restaurant

Indulge in delicious Korean cuisine for dinner.
Take a taxi or subway to a nearby restaurant.
₩20000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Immersion

Seoul, South Korea

9:00AM

Insadong Shopping

Explore the vibrant streets of Insadong known for its traditional Korean crafts and souvenirs.
Take the subway to Insadong Station.
Variable, 2 hours

11:00AM

Changdeokgung Palace

Discover the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and its secret garden.
Walk from Insadong to Changdeokgung Palace.
₩5000, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at a Local Eatery

Savor a traditional Korean lunch near the palace.
Walk to a nearby restaurant.
₩10000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Myeongdong Shopping

Shop for cosmetics and try various street foods in the bustling district of Myeongdong.
Take the subway to Myeongdong Station.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at a Street Food Stall

Experience the vibrant street food culture of Seoul for dinner.
Explore the food stalls in Myeongdong.
₩15000, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Modern Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

9:00AM

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Marvel at the futuristic architecture of Dongdaemun Design Plaza, a hub for art and design.
Take the subway to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

COEX Mall

Shop at one of the largest underground shopping malls in Asia, COEX Mall.
Take the subway to Samseong Station.
Variable, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at a Food Court

Enjoy a variety of food options at the food court in COEX Mall.
Explore the food court in the mall.
₩12000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Lotte World

Experience thrilling rides and entertainment at Lotte World, an indoor theme park.
Take the subway to Jamsil Station.
₩52000, 3 hours
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