Gyeongbokgung and Bukchon
- 9:00JongnoSight
- 11:30JongnoSight
- 14:00BukchonWalk
- 16:30JongnoWalk
This one-week trip visits Seoul's main palaces, historic districts, markets, and viewpoints in the first three days. Days four and five cover museums in Yongsan and the neighborhoods of Mangwon and Hongdae. A full day at the DMZ follows before the final day in Gangnam.
One week covers the main palaces, markets and one day trip. Plan daily subway routes in advance to move between districts without backtracking.
Book the DMZ tour at least two weeks in advance. Most tours require a passport scan and fill up during peak seasons.
Buy a T-money card at any convenience store for 2500 won plus credit. It covers subway and bus rides with small transfers included.
No advance tickets are required for Gyeongbokgung. Arrive at opening time to join the free guard changing ceremony without waiting.