One Day in Myeongdong: Seoul's Vibrant Shopping and Culinary Adventure

Day 1: Discover Myeongdong

Myeongdong, South Korea

9:00AM

Breakfast at Isaac Toast

Start your day with a delicious Korean-style sandwich at Isaac Toast, known for its crispy and savory toasted sandwiches filled with various fillings.
Walking distance from Myeongdong Station, about 5 minutes.
KRW7000, 30 minutes

9:30AM

Myeongdong Shopping Street

Stroll through the iconic Myeongdong Shopping Street, where you can explore a vibrant mix of fashion boutiques, skincare shops, and street food stalls.
This is the main attraction and can be walked to from the breakfast spot.
Free, 2 hours

11:30AM

Street Food Tasting

Indulge in Myeongdong’s famous street food: try spicy rice cakes (tteokbokki), grilled squid, and sugary hotteok from various vendors.
Available all along the shopping street.
KRW10000, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Myeongdong Kyoja

Savor a bowl of handmade kalguksu (knife-cut noodles) and dumplings at Myeongdong Kyoja, a beloved local restaurant.
Located within walking distance, around 5 minutes from the street food area.
KRW12000, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Namsan Park and N Seoul Tower

Take a leisurely walk to Namsan Park and hike up to N Seoul Tower, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city.
About a 15-minute walk from the restaurant to the park entrance.
KRW10000 (tower admission), 2.5 hours

4:00PM

Explore Traditional Tea Houses

After your hike, visit a traditional tea house in the area to relax and enjoy a cup of Korean tea, perhaps trying the famous omija cha (five-flavor berry tea).
There are several tea houses located near the base of Namsan.
KRW5000, 1 hour

5:00PM

More Shopping and Skincare Sampling

Return to Myeongdong for some more shopping, this time focusing on popular Korean skincare brands and makeup, taking the chance to sample products along the way.
Walking back to Myeongdong Street from the tea house will take about 10 minutes.
Varies, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Yoogane

Experience a Korean signature dish, Dak Galbi, at Yoogane, where you can engage in an interactive cooking experience right at your table.
Just a short walk from shopping locations, about 10 minutes.
KRW15000, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Myeongdong Night Market

End your day by exploring the vibrant Myeongdong Night Market for more delicious snacks and late-night shopping options.
Located in the same area as your dinner spot.
Free, 1.5 hours
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