2-Day Cultural Immersion Itinerary on a Shoestring Budget in Seoul, South Korea

Day 1: Explore Historic Seoul

서울, 대한민국 (Seoul, South Korea)

8:00AM

Breakfast at Gwangjang Market

Kickstart your day at Gwangjang Market with a delicious and affordable breakfast of bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes).
Take Line 1 subway to Jongno 5-ga Station.
KRW 3,000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace

Witness the grandeur of Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the changing of the guard ceremony.
Walk 15 minutes from Gwangjang Market.
KRW 3,000, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Stroll in Bukchon Hanok Village

Immerse yourself in traditional Korean culture as you wander through the picturesque streets of Bukchon Hanok Village.
Walk 10 minutes to Bukchon.
Free, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at a Local Kimbap Restaurant

Recharge with a healthy and cheap kimbap (Korean sushi roll) at a nearby eatery.
Find a local kimbap shop in the area.
KRW 5,000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Insadong Street

Dive into the artsy atmosphere of Insadong, where you can find traditional crafts and tea shops.
Take a 15-minute walk from the restaurant.
Free to browse, 2 hours

4:30PM

Visit Jogyesa Temple

Experience tranquility at Jogyesa Temple, a beautiful Buddhist temple located close to Insadong.
A short 10-minute walk.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at a Local Street Food Stall

Savor some trendy Korean street food like tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) before heading back.
Head back towards Gwangjang Market.
KRW 4,000, 1 hour
View Hotel Availability

Day 2: Modern Seoul and Nature

서울, 대한민국 (Seoul, South Korea)

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Café

Enjoy a simple yet nourishing breakfast of toast and coffee at a local café to start your day.
Find a nearby café using Google Maps.
KRW 5,000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Namsan Park

Take a hike in Namsan Park, where you can see N Seoul Tower and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
Take the subway to Myeongdong Station.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Myeongdong Street Food

Satiate your hunger with delicious street food in Myeongdong, trying favorites like hotteok (sweet pancakes).
Walk down to Myeongdong’s bustling food stalls.
KRW 5,000, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Visit the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, a hub of modern architecture and cultural events.
Take Line 4 from Myeongdong to Dongdaemun Station.
Free for outdoor areas, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit Cheonggyecheon Stream

Stroll along Cheonggyecheon Stream, a serene urban oasis that runs through the heart of Seoul.
Walk from Dongdaemun Design Plaza to Cheonggyecheon.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Visit a Traditional Tea House

Unwind and sip traditional Korean tea at one of Insadong's charming tea houses.
Revisit Insadong for fresh tea options.
KRW 6,000, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at a Local BBQ Restaurant

End your cultural adventure with a sizzling dinner at a local Korean BBQ restaurant, grilling your own meat.
Choose a restaurant nearby Insadong.
KRW 10,000, 1.5 hours
View Hotel Availability