How to Spend 4 Days in SEOUL South Korea | Travel Itinerary
How to Spend 4 Days in SEOUL South Korea | Travel Itinerary
Notable moments
- 04:34 Hanbok Rental at Hanboknam
Visitors browse rows of traditional Korean Hanbok garments and shoes in a rental shop before heading out into Seoul. Renting and wearing a Hanbok grants free entry to all of Seoul's royal palaces.
Hanboknam, Seoul, South Korea - 05:32 Exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace
Tourists dressed in traditional Hanbok walk through the grand court and stone gates of Gyeongbokgung Palace. The video highlights using the Discover Seoul Pass to bypass long entry queues and receive complimentary Hanbok rentals.
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea - 07:10 Bibimbap Meal at Insadong Geujip
A traditional wooden Hanok restaurant serves steaming stone bowls of bibimbap and kimchi jjigae alongside side dishes. A full meal at this cozy eatery typically costs between $8 and $12 USD.
Insadong, Seoul, South Korea - 08:15 Makgeolli Tasting Tour in Ikseon-dong
Milky Korean rice wine is poured into crystal glasses at a table inside the historic Ikseon-dong alleyways. The tasting tour introduces visitors to various artisanal makgeolli bottles and traditional Korean liquors.
Ikseon-dong, Seoul, South Korea - 08:36 Rooftop Drinks at Moxy Hotel
Patrons sit at an open-air rooftop lounge offering sweeping views over Ikseon-dong Hanok Village and the Seoul skyline. The bar serves signature cocktails priced around $12 USD amidst string lights and outdoor seating.
Ikseon-dong, Seoul, South Korea - 09:55 Visiting Changdeokgung Palace
Visitors walk through the red wooden gates and courtyard grounds of Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. General palace admission costs around $2.40 USD per person.
Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea - 10:35 Secret Garden Tour at Changdeokgung
A guided group walks dirt paths framed by pine trees, stone walls, and tranquil ponds inside the historic Secret Garden. Originally built for Joseon royalty, the garden is particularly famous for its spring cherry blossoms and autumn colors.
Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea - 11:16 Visiting Jogyesa Temple
Worshippers and tourists gather in the central courtyard of Jogyesa Temple beneath a colorful canopy of hundreds of hanging paper lanterns. Inside the main hall, three massive golden Buddha statues sit illuminated above prayer mats.
Jogyesa Temple, Seoul, South Korea - 12:57 Coffee Drinks at Green Mile Coffee
Baristas brew specialty green tea and espresso coffee beverages inside a wood-accented cafe in Bukchon. The cafe features an upper terrace overlooking traditional tiled Hanok roofs and the National Folk Museum of Korea.
Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul, South Korea - 13:30 Street Food at Gwangjang Market
Vendors fry thick, crispy mung bean pancakes in hot oil and stir large pans of spicy red tteokbokki rice cakes. Portions cost between $3 and $5 USD at this historic covered food market.
Gwangjang Market, Seoul, South Korea - 14:15 Art Walk in Ihwa Mural Village
Visitors explore painted alleyways and steep hillside stairs adorned with colorful murals created by over 70 local artists. Travelers can rent vintage Korean school uniforms to wear while taking photos along the streets and near the Seoul City Wall.
Ihwa Mural Village, Seoul, South Korea - 15:20 Cable Car Ride to N Seoul Tower
An aerial cable car cabin carries passengers above the forest canopy of Namsan Mountain toward the N Seoul Tower. At the summit, visitors enjoy panoramic city views and can dine at revolving restaurants inside the tower.
N Seoul Tower, Seoul, South Korea - 16:48 Sunset Cruise on Han River
Passengers stand on the open-air deck of a ferry boat watching the sunset over the Han River and city bridges. Tickets for the evening river cruise cost around $15 USD per person.
Han River, Seoul, South Korea - 18:16 Visiting Bongeunsa Temple
Tourists walk the quiet temple grounds in Gangnam, home to a massive 23-meter tall stone Maitreya Buddha statue. Visitors can watch Buddhist monks perform daily ritual bell ringing and drum ceremonies for free.
Bongeunsa Temple, Seoul, South Korea - 18:58 Exploring K-Star Road in Gangnam
Pedestrians walk along Gangnam's sidewalk featuring large painted 'GangnamDol' bear statues styled after famous K-pop groups like BTS and Super Junior. The street serves as an open-air art attraction dedicated to Korean pop culture.
K-Star Road, Seoul, South Korea - 19:23 Desserts at MAMMAMIA DOOSAN
Customers sit in a bright, flower-adorned cafe with bright pink exterior walls serving gourmet croffles, decorated cupcakes, and specialty desserts. Located near K-Star Avenue, the cafe is famous for its photogenic decor and sweet treats.
MAMMAMIA DOOSAN, Seoul, South Korea - 20:03 Facial Skincare Treatment at AHC Spa
Estheticians perform deep cleansing facials, apply sheet masks, and perform neck and shoulder massages on treatment beds. A full Korean glass-skin facial package costs around $50 USD.
AHC Spa, Seoul, South Korea - 21:06 Sizzling Gopchang Dinner in Gangnam
Beef intestines, chives, onions, and potatoes sizzle over a table-top gas stove at a popular Gangnam barbecue restaurant. A gopchang combo meal costs around $25 to $35 USD per person and includes side dishes and dipping sauces.
Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea
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