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7-Day Seoul Itinerary

Korea's capital — 25M metro population, 700-year history, K-pop epicenter. Pack walking shoes.

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Day 1 — Royal palaces + historic core

Morning
Gyeongbokgung Palace (changing of guards 10:00) → National Folk Museum (free).
Afternoon
Bukchon Hanok Village (traditional alleys) → Insa-dong (tea + crafts).
Evening
Gwangjang Market street food → walk to Cheonggyecheon stream.
Local tip
Wear hanbok at Gyeongbokgung — entry is FREE if in hanbok.

Day 2 — Modern Seoul + shopping

Morning
Myeongdong street (cosmetics + skincare).
Afternoon
Namsan Cable Car → N Seoul Tower (panorama).
Evening
Itaewon or Hongdae (clubs / live music).
Local tip
Tax refund kiosks at Myeongdong for purchases over KRW 30k.

Day 3 — Hipster + art

Morning
Seongsu-dong (Brooklyn-style cafes).
Afternoon
Leeum Museum (free) → Itaewon shopping.
Evening
Han River Park picnic (chimaek delivery to park).
Local tip
Use Yogiyo app to order chicken to Yeouido park.

Day 4 — K-pop + youth culture

Morning
HYBE Insight (BTS exhibit) → SM Coex Artium.
Afternoon
Lotte World Tower (123F SkyDeck).
Evening
Hongdae street performances → Hongik Univ student bars.
Local tip
K-pop dance class at Hongdae — book online for KRW 30k.

Day 5 — Day trip — DMZ

Morning
DMZ tour (book ahead — passport required).
Afternoon
Imjingak Peace Park → 3rd Tunnel.
Evening
Back to Seoul → Gangnam dinner.
Local tip
DMZ tours close Mondays. Book 2+ days ahead via Klook/GetYourGuide.

Day 6 — Day trip — Suwon

Morning
Hwaseong Fortress (UNESCO walk).
Afternoon
Suwon galbi for lunch — birthplace of marinated short rib.
Evening
Return Seoul → Gangnam shopping.
Local tip
1-hour by subway Line 1 from Seoul Station — under KRW 2,000.

Day 7 — Repeat favorites + departure

Morning
Last shopping (Myeongdong / Lotte Mart for snacks).
Afternoon
Cafe in Insadong + souvenirs.
Evening
Airport (allow 90+ min via AREX from Seoul Station).
Local tip
Buy convenience store (CU/GS25) instant ramyeon — best Korea souvenir for friends.

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