Seoul, South Korea 6 Day Itinerary

Seoul, South Korea 6-Day Travel Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Arrival & Explore Myeong-dong & Namsan Tower

  • Arrival at Incheon International Airport

    • Tip: Get a T-Money Card at the airport for convenient public transportation.

  • Check-in at Hotel (Recommended: Grand Hyatt Seoul or Park Hyatt Seoul)

  • Lunch at Myeong-dong

    • Recommendations: Myeong-dong Kyoja (Myeong-dong 명동꽃잎전) for Naengmyeon, and KyeYang BBQ (개양구이) for Korean BBQ.

  • Afternoon: Explore Myeong-dong

    • Shopping: Visit local shops for cosmetics, fashion, and traditional Korean crafts.
    • Activities: Try street foods like Takoyaki, Hotteok, and Tteokbokki.

  • Evening: Namsan Tower (N Seoul Tower)

    • Catch the sunset, enjoy the panoramic view of the city.
    • Lock your love on a Love Locker at the tower!

Day 2: Explore Bukchon Hanok Village & Gyeongbokgung Palace

  • Morning: Breakfast at Café Pascale or Café du Pays (Myeong-dong)

  • Morning/Afternoon: Bukchon Hanok Village

    • Explore traditional Korean houses (Hanok).
    • Visit the Folk Museum and learn about Korea’s history.

  • Lunch: Local restaurant in Bukchon Hanok Village or Insadong.

    • Recommendations: Gwangjang Market for Bindaetteok (Korean Perilla Leaves Pancake) and Tteokbokki.

  • Afternoon/Evening: Gyeongbokgung Palace

    • Learn about Joseon Dynasty at this grand palace.
    • Don’t miss the Changing of the Guard ceremony (10 AM, 2 PM during summer and 1 PM in winter).

Day 3: Visit Changdeokgung & Huwon Secret Garden, Dongdaemun Design Plaza

  • Morning: Breakfast at Café du Pays or The Coffee Library (Insadong)

  • Morning/Afternoon: Changdeokgung Palace & Huwon Secret Garden

    • Explore the second royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty.
    • Relax in the peaceful and serene Huwon Secret Garden.

  • Lunch: Local restaurant near Changdeokgung Palace or Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP).

    • Recommendations: Sikdorilgalbang (식도리글벙) for Korean Chinese food, or Café Gangnam Style at DDP.

  • Afternoon/Evening: Explore Dongdaemun Design Plaza & Surroundings**:**

    • Shopping: Visit Dongdaemun Market (closed on Sundays) and Doota Mall for fashion items.
    • Activities: Check out the futuristic architecture, art exhibitions at DDP, or watch a movie at the Cineplex.

Day 4: Day trip to DMZ & JSA (Joint Security Area), Panmunjeom

  • Early Morning: Take an organized tour from Seoul to visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and Joint Security Area (JSA).

    • Tip: Book tours in advance, as availability is limited.

  • Lunch: Provided during the DMZ tour.

  • Afternoon: Return to Seoul and relax at hotel or explore other areas of the city.

Day 5: Explore Hongdae & Hongik University, K-Pop Experience

  • Morning: Breakfast at Café Pascale (Hongdae) or The Coffee Library (Insadong/Hongdae).

  • Morning/Afternoon: Hongdae & Hongik University Area**:**

    • Visit the street murals, independent art galleries, and indie music venues.
    • Shop at Trick Eye Museum for 3D photo opportunities.

  • Lunch: Local restaurant in Hongdae**.**

    • Recommendations: Gogung (고궁) for Korean BBQ, or Mangchi (망치) for Spicy Stir-fried Chicken.

  • Afternoon/Evening: K-Pop Experience (Optional)

    • Take a K-Pop dance class at K-Star Road or watch a live performance at the AX Korea concert hall.

Day 6: Last Minute Shopping & Departure

  • Morning: Breakfast at Café Pascale, The Coffee Library, or your preferred café.

  • Morning/Afternoon: Last Minute Shopping**:**

    • Dongdaemun Market (closed on Sundays) for fashion items.
    • Itaewon for international brands and streetwear.
    • Gangnam for luxury shopping at COEX Mall or Apgujeong Rodeo Street.

  • Lunch: Local restaurant in your chosen shopping area**.**

    • Recommendations: Woorijip (우리집) for Korean home cooking, or Miga Sikdang (미가식당) for Soondubu Jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew).

  • Afternoon: Departure from Incheon International Airport.