Itinerary Direction: Seoul Modern Architecture 10-day trip
Day 1: Arrival Day
– Take a taxi to your accommodation in Gangnam-gu, Seoul
– Hotel recommendation: L7 Gangnam by LOTTE, price starting from $123 per night
– Spend the day resting and exploring the neighborhood, have dinner at a local restaurant
– Estimated cost for the day: $40
Day 2: Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Shopping
– Take the subway to Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Line 2, Exit 1, estimated travel time: 30 mins, fare: $1.30
– Explore the striking modernist building designed by Zaha Hadid
– Visit the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, admission fee: $6
– Head to Dongdaemun Market for unique shopping experience
– Have dinner at a local restaurant near DDP
– Estimated cost for the day: $70
Day 3: National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and Namsan Tower
– Take a taxi to the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, estimated travel time: 30 mins, fare: $15
– Explore the museum and appreciate the collection of contemporary artwork from Korea and the world, admission fee: $4
– Take a taxi to Namsan Tower, estimated travel time: 20 mins, fare: $10
– Enjoy the stunning view of Seoul from the top of the tower, admission fee: $9
– Have dinner at a restaurant in Namsan area
– Estimated cost for the day: $80
Day 4: Samsung Museum of Art and COEX Mall
– Take the subway to Samseong Station, Line 2, Exit 5, estimated travel time: 45 mins, fare: $1.50
– Visit the Samsung Museum of Art, admission fee: $6
– Have lunch at a café near the museum
– Head to COEX Mall, one of the largest underground shopping malls in Asia
– Have dinner at a restaurant in Gangnam area
– Estimated cost for the day: $80
Day 5: Zaha Hadid’s Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Hongdae Street Art
– Take the subway to Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Line 2, Exit 1, estimated travel time: 30 mins, fare: $1.30
– Visit DDP and appreciate the striking modernist building designed by Zaha Hadid
– Have lunch at a local restaurant near DDP
– Take the subway to Hongik University Station, Line 2, Exit 9, estimated travel time: 30 mins, fare: $1.50
– Explore Hongdae Street Art and see the unique street art and murals
– Have dinner at a local restaurant in Hongdae
– Estimated cost for the day: $60
Day 6: Seoul Museum of Art and Shopping
– Take the subway to City Hall Station, Line 1 or 2, Exit 9 or 10, estimated travel time: 40 mins, fare: $1.80
– Visit the Seoul Museum of Art, admission fee: $6
– Have lunch at a local restaurant near the museum
– Head to Myeong-dong for shopping, estimated travel time: 15 mins, fare: $1
– Have dinner at a restaurant in Myeong-dong
– Estimated cost for the day: $75
Day 7: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Insa-dong
– Take the subway to Gyeongbokgung Station, Line 3, Exit 5, estimated travel time: 35 mins, fare: $1.20
– Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, admission fee: $3
– Watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony at the palace at 10 am or 2 pm
– Walk to Insa-dong and browse the traditional Korean art and crafts
– Have lunch at a local restaurant in Insa-dong
– Take the subway back to Gangnam and have dinner in the neighborhood
– Estimated cost for the day: $65
Day 8: Leeum Samsung Museum of Art and Han River Cruise
– Take a taxi to Leeum Samsung Museum of Art, estimated travel time: 40 mins, fare: $20
– Visit the museum, admission fee: $9
– Have lunch at a café near the museum
– Take a taxi to Yeouido Han River Park, estimated travel time: 30 mins, fare: $15
– Enjoy a scenic cruise on Han River, approximate price: $20
– Have dinner at a local restaurant in Yeouido area
– Estimated cost for the day: $100
Day 9: Lotte World and Jamsil Olympic Stadium
– Take the subway to Jamsil Station, Line 2, Exit 4, estimated travel time: 25 mins, fare: $1.20
– Visit Lotte World, one of the biggest indoor amusement parks in the world, admission fee: $45
– Have lunch at a restaurant in Lotte World
– Visit Jamsil Olympic Stadium, a notable example of modern Korean architecture built for the 1988 Summer Olympics
– Have dinner at a restaurant in the neighborhood
– Estimated cost for the day: $120
Day 10: Cheonggyecheon Stream and Farewell Dinner
– Take the subway to City Hall Station, Line 1 or 2, Exit 4, estimated travel time: 40 mins, fare: $1.80
– Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, a modern urban renewal project in the city center
– Have lunch at a local restaurant near Cheonggyecheon
– Spend the afternoon shopping or exploring the city
– Have farewell dinner at a nice restaurant in Gangnam area
– Estimated cost for the day: $100
FAQs:
Q: Are there any good restaurants in Gangnam area?
A: Yes, there are plenty of good restaurants in Gangnam area. Some recommendations are Bulgogi Brothers, Budnamujip, and Rhye Restaurant.
Q: How much should I prepare for transportation during the trip?
A: It depends on the mode of transportation you choose. Taking the subway is the most affordable option, with the fare ranging from $1 to $2. Taking a taxi is more expensive, with the fare ranging from $10 to $20 for most destinations.
Q: What is the best time to visit Seoul for modern architecture?
A: The best time to visit Seoul for modern architecture is in the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and comfortable. However, any time of the year can be a good time to visit as many museum and galleries in Seoul are accessible indoors.
