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South Korea

7 itineraries, 3 to 14 days across 1 city. Copy one and make it yours.

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Best timeMarch-May or September-November for mild weather.
Typical trip length3–14 days
On travli7 itineraries
Cities1
Getting aroundSubway covers central areas efficiently.
CurrencySouth Korean won (KRW).

Cities in South Korea

Seoul7 itineraries

Why travelers love it

Gyeongbokgung PalaceThe largest and main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty in Seoul.Bukchon Hanok VillageArea of preserved traditional Korean hanok houses in central Seoul.InsadongInsadong is a central Seoul district lined with traditional shops, galleries and tea houses.N Seoul TowerN Seoul Tower offers panoramic views of Seoul from its site on Namsan.MyeongdongMyeongdong is a central Seoul shopping district packed with stores, street food and cosmetics shops.HongdaeHongdae is a district in Seoul around Hongik University with shops, cafes and nightlife.

Top attractions

Gyeongbokgung Palace
MonumentGyeongbokgung PalaceSeoul, South Korea
Bukchon Hanok Village
NeighbourhoodBukchon Hanok VillageSeoul, South Korea
Insadong
NeighbourhoodInsadongSeoul, South Korea
N Seoul Tower
ViewpointN Seoul TowerSeoul, South Korea
Myeongdong
NeighbourhoodMyeongdongSeoul, South Korea
Gwangjang Market
MarketGwangjang MarketSeoul, South Korea
Changdeokgung Palace
PalaceChangdeokgung PalaceSeoul, South Korea
Hongdae
NeighbourhoodHongdaeSeoul, South Korea
National Folk Museum of Korea
MuseumNational Folk Museum of KoreaSeoul, South Korea
Cheonggyecheon Stream
ParkCheonggyecheon StreamSeoul, South Korea
Jongmyo
MonumentJongmyoSeoul, South Korea
Gyeongui Line Forest Park
ParkGyeongui Line Forest ParkSeoul, South Korea

7 South Korea itineraries

Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul: Palaces & K-Food4 days · By travli
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul: One Week7 days · By travli
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong in 7 Days7 days · By travli
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul in 5 Days5 days · By travli
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul: Weekend Escape3 days · By travli
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul: Two Weeks14 days · By travli
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South KoreaSeoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong in 14 Days14 days · By travli

South Korea questions

Is 4 days enough for Seoul?

Four days covers the palaces, food streets and parks on this trip. Use the subway to move between areas without wasting time on taxis.

Do I need to book Gyeongbokgung Palace ahead?

Entry is free and requires no advance booking. Arrive before 10:00 to see the guard change without large crowds.

How do I get from Myeongdong to N Seoul Tower?

Walk uphill from Myeongdong station or take the cable car from the base station. The cable car runs every 10 minutes and costs 10,000 won one way.

How much does club entry cost in Hongdae?

Most clubs charge 10,000 to 20,000 won on weekends. Arrive before 22:00 to avoid lines and higher door prices.

Is three days enough for Seoul?

Three days covers the main palaces, markets, and tower if you move by subway each morning. Book nothing in advance except a late flight on day three.

How do I get from Jongno to N Seoul Tower?

Take subway line 4 to Myeongdong station then walk uphill or use the cable car. A T-money card covers all rides for under 2,000 won.