Seoul Exploration in 2 Days

Day 1: Historic Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

8:00AM

Breakfast at Gwangjang Market

Start your day with traditional Korean street food like bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) at Gwangjang Market, one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in Seoul.
Gwangjang Market is easily accessible by subway, take Line 1 or Line 2 to Jongno 5(o)-ga Station.
KRW 5,000, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace

Explore the grandeur of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty, and witness the changing of the guard ceremony.
From Gwangjang Market, take a taxi or subway Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station.
KRW 3,000, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Insadong

Savor a traditional Korean meal in Insadong, a neighborhood known for its antique shops, galleries, and restaurants serving authentic cuisine.
Insadong is within walking distance from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
KRW 15,000, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Bukchon Hanok Village

Walk through the quaint alleyways of Bukchon Hanok Village lined with well-preserved traditional Korean houses, known as hanoks.
Take a leisurely stroll from Insadong to Bukchon Hanok Village.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Shopping at Myeongdong

Indulge in some retail therapy at Myeongdong, a bustling shopping district featuring a wide range of fashion boutiques, cosmetics shops, and street food stalls.
From Bukchon Hanok Village, take a taxi or subway Line 3 to Myeongdong Station.
Variable, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Namdaemun Market

End your day with a delicious dinner at Namdaemun Market, South Korea's oldest and largest traditional market, offering a plethora of food stalls and restaurants.
Myeongdong is within walking distance to Namdaemun Market.
KRW 10,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Modern Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

9:00AM

Breakfast at a Caf� in Gangnam

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast at a trendy cafe in Gangnam, a district known for its upscale boutiques, entertainment venues, and vibrant culture.
Take the subway Line 2 to Gangnam Station.
KRW 8,000, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit COEX Mall and Starfield Library

Explore the vast COEX Mall, one of the largest underground shopping malls in Asia, and marvel at the iconic Starfield Library featuring a vast collection of books.
Gangnam Station is connected to COEX Mall by an underground passage.
Variable, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Songdo Sikdang

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Songdo Sikdang, a popular spot for traditional Korean barbecue (samgyeopsal) in Gangnam.
COEX Mall is within walking distance to Songdo Sikdang.
KRW 20,000, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Explore Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

Discover the futuristic architecture of Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), a landmark in central Seoul known for its design exhibitions, events, and shopping.
From Gangnam, take the subway Line 2 to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station.
KRW 5,000, 2 hours

6:00PM

Shop at Dongdaemun Market

Experience the vibrant energy of Dongdaemun Market, a major shopping destination offering a wide array of clothing, accessories, and textiles at affordable prices.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza is within walking distance to Dongdaemun Market.
Variable, 2 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Noryangjin Fish Market

Feast on fresh seafood at Noryangjin Fish Market, one of Seoul's iconic markets where you can handpick your seafood and have it prepared by local vendors.
From Dongdaemun Market, take a taxi or subway Line 1 to Noryangjin Station.
KRW 25,000, 1.5 hours
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