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Oct 06, 03:59
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Duration 5.0 days
Estimated cost 131.00 USD
Total travel distance 90.0 km
Number of places 28 places
Intensity Moderate
Personal interests Cultural Historic Landmark Scenic Shopping
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DAY 1 - ITINERARY 6 places

09:30

Seodaemun Prison History Hall Detail Map

484 Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 120-760, South Korea 1.00 USD

Seodaemun Prison History Hall is a museum and former prison in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It was constructed beginning in 1907.

Update price: 3 won = 3 dollars
Easy to get by subway: Dongnimmun Station (Subway Line 3), Exit 5. Or by bus: Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=268143
It can be crowded by many student goups coming here for their outdoor activities
Guided tours in English and Japanese are available. You need to call the museum one week before your visit to give the docent enough time to prepare the schedule. Phone number: +82-360-8586
There is a nice gift shop

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2.74 km

12:00

Seoul Museum of History Detail Map

55 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Hàn Quốc

Seoul Museum of History was founded to present the city’s history and culture from the Joseon Dynasty to the present day. It opened its doors on 21 May, 2002.

A lot of hands - on activities for kids
How to get there: Transfer to Subway Line 5 at Gongdeok Station → Exit No. 7 in Gwanghwamun Station (7 minute walk)
Free admission
Opening hours: Weekdays 09:00 21:00, public holidays 09:00 19:00 (closed on Mondays)

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10 mins

0.93 km

14:00

Deoksugung Palace Detail Map

99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-120, South Korea 0.90 USD

Deoksugung Palace is a walled compound of palaces in Seoul that was inhabited by various Korean royalties until the colonial period around the turn of the 20th century

The location is near Seadaemum Prison Museum
Phone:+82 2-771-9951

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10 mins

0.79 km

16:30

Chongdong Theater Detail Map

43 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-120, South Korea 19.00 USD

The Chongdong Theater was opened in 1995 as an annex to the National Theater of Korea. Come to watch performances of traditional genres of Korean theater.

Closed: Mondays
Operating Hours - Performing hours: 16:00 / 20:00
Fee: S-seat 40,000 won / R-seat 50,000 won / VIP-seat 60,000 won
You can get reservation through phone or website.
Ages Limit: Visitors of ages 8 and older.
Phone: +82 2-751-1500

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15 mins

1.93 km

18:00

Namdaemun Market Detail Map

21 Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Namdaemun Market is a great place to go for traditional Korean cuisine. Many of the restaurants here have been around for many decades, withstanding throughout the market's long history.

It's easy to get lost. So be aware!
Be sure to check out the funny ice cream cones and the candy that looks like shredded wheat, but is made from honey and rice flour.
Don't hesitate to bargain! Lots to buy

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10 mins

0.7 km

19:00

Namsan Park Detail Map

South Korea, Seoul, Jung-gu, Samil-daero, 231 남산공원 5.00 USD

Namsan Park is the largest park and is home to many species of trees, animals. It is well-known for its beautiful walking trails which visitors can see local wildlife.

Note that they turn off the light of the tower at 12AM so make sure you shot your photo before that.
If you want to catch a cable car, get one in the upward and get a bus when you are go down. A simple way to transport.
Lots of stairs. You need to prepare a comfortable shoes
You can go through by cable cars or walking. Pay 8000 won for a cable car (Note that it's rather crowed on Sundays and Saturdays.)

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DAY 2 - ITINERARY 6 places

09:00

Food & Culture Academy Detail Map

5F ShinWoo Bldg. 59, Singyo-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-032, South Korea 36.00 USD

Food and Culture Korea is offering a great opportunity for international visitors to learn the ins and outs of Korean cuisine through its custom cooking classes teaching easy-to-learn recipes.

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15 mins

1.92 km

13:00

Gyeongbokgung Palace Detail Map

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea 2.50 USD

Gyeongbokgung (경복궁), also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea.

For more information, visit: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264337
Pets are not permitted
How to get there: Gyeongbokgung Palace Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 5 or Gwanghwamun Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), Exit 2.
There is a money changer right beside the ticket counter, but do not have your dollars exchanged here
The palace is accessible by trains
It's recommended to book a special trip to Gyeonghoe-ru Pavilio in advance.

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1.26 km

15:00

The National Folk Museum of Korea Detail Map

37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-820, South Korea

The National Folk Museum of Korea displays the culture and folk history of the Korean people from prehistoric times to the end of the Joseon Dynasty.

Last admission:1 hour before closing time
Closed every Tuesdays, New Yeaar's Day
Phone: +82 2-3704-3114
Foreign Language Intepretation Services: English, Chinese, Japanese (Exhibit guidance system rental) - Fare : 1,000 won (Reservations are recommended)
How to get there: take subway line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Palace station, exit #5, or to Anguk station, exit #1. If you are taking subway line 5, then get off at Gwanghwamun station and come out of exit #2.
Website: http://www.nfm.go.kr/language/english/main.jsp

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2.1 km

17:00

Gate Gwanghwamun Detail Map

161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Gwanghwamun is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is located at a three-way intersection at the northern end of Sejongno.

This is the main gate to the Gyeongbokgung Palace
Don't forget to wait for the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony which starts from the Gate at 10:00, 13:00, 15:00 - it lasts for 20 minutes.
For more information about transportation and fare: http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SI/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264329
The station is near by, so it's easy to get to the train. It can be reached by metro orange line 3. Get off at Gyeongbokgung station and take exit 5.

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15 mins

1.97 km

20:00

Insadong Detail Map

130-4, Insa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul-si

Insa-dong is a dong, neighborhood of the Jongno-gu district of Seoul. The main street is Insadong-gil, which is connected to a multitude of alleys that lead deeper into the district.

A tip is starting at the top of the alley and walk down, look for all the prices and choose the best with the most reasonable prices.
You can be easily get lost in Insadong because it's crowded in peak time
Some shops selling jewellery made by the local
Different galleries with the various styles

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20 mins

6.06 km

21:00

Burn In Hal Detail Map

305-7, Itaewon 2-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea 9.00 USD

BURN in Hal is nice place with fine Cuban cigars and the bar has an excellent collection of Single Malt Scotch, rare aged Rums, Cognac and other premium spirits.