7 Days in Seoul for Budget Travellers

Begin your journey in central Seoul exploring iconic palaces, historic hanok neighborhoods, and traditional craft markets.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Issac Toast Myeongdong

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy a warm toasted breakfast sandwich at a popular central stall.

2. 09:30|10:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Seoul Data eSIM Setup

   09:30 – 10:00

   Activate mobile connectivity for easy navigation across the city.

   • siteSeoul Data eSIM from 0.5GB daily to 50GB 30 Days
   • entryINR 318
3. 10:15|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Gyeongbokgung Palace Tour

   10:15 – 12:15

   Walk through the grand gates and courtyards of Joseon's main royal palace.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Tosokchon Samgyetang

   12:30 – 13:30

   Sample traditional ginseng chicken soup near the palace grounds.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Bukchon Hanok Village

   14:00 – 15:30

   Stroll through alleys lined with preserved traditional Korean houses.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Shopping

   Traditional Shopping at Insadong

   15:45 – 17:15

   Browse artisan crafts, tea shops, and souvenirs along Insadong Street.

7. 17:30|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Insa-dong

   17:30 – 18:45

   Challenge yourself in an indoor obstacle and maze experience in Insadong.

   • siteDynamic Maze Discount Ticket Insa-dong(내국인불가)
   • entryINR 1010
8. 19:00|20:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Imun Seolnongtang

   19:00 – 20:00

   Taste ox bone soup at Seoul's oldest recorded restaurant.

Dress in traditional attire before scaling Namsan and visiting modern design landmarks.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Egg Drop Samcheong

   08:30 – 09:15

   Grab a gourmet egg toast in Samcheong-dong.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Gyeongbokgung Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

   09:30 – 11:30

   Rent traditional hanbok clothing and walk through historic palace grounds.

   • activityGyeongbokgung palace,seoul with gigibebe hanbok rental
3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Exploring Hidden Cafes in Bukchon Hanok Village

   11:45 – 12:30

   Discover cozy teahouses tucked away in quiet village streets.

   • entryINR 5995
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Bukchon Son Kalguksu

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy handmade noodle soup in Bukchon.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Myeongdong

   14:00 – 16:00

   Explore skincare boutiques and fashion stores in Myeongdong.

6. 16:15|18:30
   

   Outdoor

   Namsan Hiking and N Seoul Tower Visit

   16:15 – 18:30

   Hike up Namsan Park trails to reach the base of N Seoul Tower.

7. 19:00|20:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Myeongdong Kyoja

   19:00 – 20:00

   Dine on famous handmade dumplings and chopped noodles.

8. 20:15|21:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dongdaemun Design Plaza Exploration

   20:15 – 21:30

   Admire the futuristic architectural curves of DDP at night.

   • entryFree

Spend the day active along the Han River before learning traditional cooking techniques.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Paris Baguette Yeouido

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee near the river park.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Han River Park Biking

   09:30 – 11:30

   Cycle along paved waterfront paths overlooking the Seoul skyline.

3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dongdaemun Design Plaza Exploration

   11:45 – 12:30

   Visit the design museum galleries and outdoor public plazas.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Han River Convenience Store Ramen

   12:45 – 13:45

   Experience quick, self-cooked riverfront instant noodles.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   2-Hour Private Kayaking and Paddleboarding Experience in Hanriver

   14:00 – 16:00

   Paddle along calm river stretches with local instructors.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Traditional Shopping at Insadong

   16:15 – 17:30

   Find handmade paper crafts and calligraphy tools in local markets.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Food

   Korean Kimchi Making Day Experience

   17:45 – 19:15

   Learn to prepare authentic seasoned fermented kimchi from scratch.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Mapo Jeongpoong Seolnongtang

   19:30 – 20:30

   Savor rich beef soup after an energetic day.

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   Sightseeing

   Explore Bukchon Hanok Village

   • entryFree

Combine historic city sightseeing on a pedicab with a lively K-Pop dance workshop.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Gwangjang Market Bindle-tteok Stall

   08:30 – 09:15

   Try freshly fried mung bean pancakes at a morning market stall.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Morning Pedicab Heritage Tour

   09:30 – 11:00

   Ride through historic historic lanes and hidden alleys in a pedicab.

3. 11:15|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Gyeongbokgung Palace Tour

   11:15 – 12:15

   Revisit palace gardens and pavilion grounds during morning daylight.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Insadong Sujebi

   12:30 – 13:30

   Taste hand-pulled dough soups in a traditional alley restaurant.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Bukchon Hanok Village

   14:00 – 15:30

   Observe traditional wooden roofs and scenic overlooks.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:45
   

   Shopping

   2 Hour Private Kpop Dance Class in Seoul South Korea

   15:45 – 17:45

   Learn modern K-Pop choreography with a professional instructor.

7. 18:00|18:45
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Myeongdong

   18:00 – 18:45

   Browse cosmetic shops and modern retail avenues.

8. 19:00|20:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Hwangsaengga Kalguksu

   19:00 – 20:00

   Enjoy traditional beef broth noodles near Samcheong-dong.

Engage your senses with custom perfume making and traditional Korean liquor tasting.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Holly's Coffee Jongno

   08:30 – 09:15

   Start with warm coffee and light breakfast sandwiches.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Shopping

   Make Your K-scent Perfume: Modern Oneday Class in Seoul

   09:30 – 11:00

   Blend custom scents to craft your personalized Korean perfume.

3. 11:15|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Traditional Shopping at Insadong

   11:15 – 12:15

   Discover traditional pottery and vintage art shops.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Gogung Insadong

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat Jeonju-style bibimbap served in warm stone bowls.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Namsan Hiking and N Seoul Tower Visit

   14:00 – 16:00

   Walk mountain paths offering views over Seoul's sprawling downtown.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dongdaemun Design Plaza Exploration

   16:15 – 17:30

   Inspect creative art installations and design exhibitions.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Traditional Soju Class and Makgeolli Tasting in Seoul

   17:45 – 19:15

   Learn the brewing heritage behind regional rice wines and spirits.

   • entryINR 7223
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Baekje Jeongyuk Jeom

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on seasoned raw beef yukhoe and grilled meats.

Unwind with morning yoga and a professional hanbok photo session before exploring nightlife districts.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at A Twosome Place Gangnam

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy breakfast coffee and morning pastries.

2. 09:30|10:45
   

   Shopping

   [SUN YOGA] Daily Yoga

   09:30 – 10:45

   Reenergize body and mind in an immersive morning yoga practice.

3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Outdoor

   Bukchon Clothing Rental & Self Photo Experience [CHEESE SMILE]

   11:00 – 12:15

   Dress in curated outfits and capture memorable studio portraits.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Hanwoori Gangnam

   12:30 – 13:30

   Try hot pot noodles and thin beef shabu-shabu.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Bukchon Hanok Village

   14:00 – 15:30

   Photograph quiet side alleys lined with traditional tiled roofs.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Han River Park Biking

   15:45 – 17:30

   Ride bikes along the riverside near Banpo Bridge.

7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Myeongdong

   17:45 – 19:00

   Pick up budget skincare products and street souvenirs.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Yeontabal Cheongdam

   19:30 – 20:30

   Feast on grilled Korean tripe and specialized beef cuts.

Conclude your trip with expressive studio painting, final neighborhood sightseeing, and a guided BBQ dinner.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Dunkin' Donuts Hongdae

   08:30 – 09:15

   Grab donuts and coffee in the university district.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Seoul Action Painting Experience in a Studio

   09:30 – 11:00

   Express yourself through splattering paint on canvas in an art studio.

3. 11:15|12:15
   

   Shopping

   Traditional Shopping at Insadong

   11:15 – 12:15

   Pick up final souvenirs, wooden crafts, and local teas.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Choongman Chicken Hongdae

   12:30 – 13:30

   Savor Korean fried chicken served with garlic soy glaze.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Gyeongbokgung Palace Tour

   14:00 – 15:30

   Take final photos around the historic palace ponds and stone bridges.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Dongdaemun Design Plaza Exploration

   15:45 – 17:15

   Walk through design shops and underground retail passages.

   • entryFree
7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Food

   Seoul Korean BBQ Dinner Experience with Secret Food Tours

   17:30 – 19:00

   Enjoy a guided feast of grilled meats, side dishes, and local history.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Myth Jokbal Hongdae

   19:30 – 20:30

   Wrap up your week tasting braised pig's trotters with fresh salad.

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   Sightseeing

   Explore Bukchon Hanok Village

   • entryFree