Itinerary Plan: 10-day Seoul National Museum of Korea Tour
Overview:
This 10-day itinerary will take you through the best museums and cultural sights of Seoul, including the iconic National Museum of Korea, as well as the Gyeongbokgung palace, the Namsan Seoul Tower, and other must-see attractions. The itinerary is perfect for those who want to explore the cultural heritage and history of South Korea’s bustling capital city in a relaxed and informative way.
Day 1: Arrival & Hotel Check-in
– Upon arrival, check in to the luxurious Lotte Hotel Seoul, located in Sogong-dong.
– Dinner at On the Border restaurant in Gangnam district.
– Travel time: Approx. 1 hour from Incheon International Airport
– Budget for the day: ￦200,000
Day 2: Gyeongbokgung Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace, a prominent landmark and cultural heritage site of the Joseon Dynasty.
– Lunch at the Gogung restaurant near the palace.
– Walk around the Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional Korean village with traditional hanok houses.
– Dinner at Maple Tree House in Itaewon district.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between the palace and village, and between village and restaurant.
– Budget for the day: ￦200,000
Day 3: National Museum of Korea
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the National Museum of Korea, South Korea’s largest museum with over 220,000 artifacts and historical relics.
– Lunch at the museum’s cafeteria.
– Explore the nearby War Memorial of Korea, dedicated to the Korean War and other modern conflicts.
– Dinner at the Tosokchon Samgyetang restaurant in Jongno district.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between the museum and war memorial.
– Budget for the day: ￦170,000
Day 4: COEX Mall & Starfield Library
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Roam around Starfield COEX Mall, an intergrated shopping complex.
– Visit the nearby Coex Convention Center.
– Lunch at Yeongnam Bulgogi in Dongdaemun district.
– Check out the Starfield Library located in Coex mall.
– Dinner at Soongryangri Sushi in Sinsa-dong.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between mall and restaurant.
– Budget for the day: ￦200,000
Day 5: Namsan Seoul Tower & Myeong-dong
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Take a cable car ride up to Namsan Seoul Tower, to enjoy panoramic views of Seoul.
– Stroll around the popular shopping district of Myeong-dong, known for its latest fashion trends.
– Lunch at Osegyehyang restaurant in Myeong-dong.
– Explore the Deoksugung Palace, located near Myeong-dong.
– Dinner at Gwangjang Market street food stalls.
– Travel time: Approx. 10 mins by cable car from Namsan Seoul Tower to Myeong-dong.
– Budget for the day: ￦180,000
Day 6: Changdeokgung Palace & Insa-dong
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the best preserved royal palaces of the Joseon Dynasty.
– Lunch at Tosokchon Samgyetang restaurant near the palace.
– Walk around the traditional area of Insadong, known for its antiques and traditional crafts.
– Dinner at Palsaek Samgyeopsal restaurant in Hongdae district.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between the palace and Insadong.
– Budget for the day: ￦200,000
Day 7: Korean Art Museum & Hangang River Ferry
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
– Lunch at the museum’s cafe.
– Take a ferry ride along Hangang river to enjoy scenic views.
– Dinner at Gomtang restaurant in Yeongdeungpo-gu district.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between museum and Hangang river ferry terminal.
– Budget for the day: ￦170,000
Day 8: National Palace Museum of Korea & Seoul Forest
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the National Palace Museum of Korea, known for its royal artefacts and historical relics.
– Lunch at Breeze Burns restaurant.
– Visit the Seoul Forest, a large park and recreational area featuring meadows, gardens, and hiking trails.
– Dinner at the spicy chicken restaurant, Nolboo.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between museum and forest.
– Budget for the day: ￦200,000
Day 9: Seoul Grand Park & Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the Seoul Grand Park, a large recreational area with amusement park, zoo, and botanical gardens.
– Lunch at the museum’s cafeteria.
– Visit the Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market, the biggest fish market in South Korea.
– Dinner at Tosokchon Samgyetang restaurant in Gangbuk district.
– Travel time: Approx. 30 mins by taxi between the park and market.
– Budget for the day: ￦180,000
Day 10: Departure
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Check out and depart for the airport.
– Travel Time: Approx. 1 hour and 30 mins from the hotel to the Incheon International Airport.
– Budget for the day: ￦100,000
FAQs
Q: Are these prices per person or for the whole itinerary?
A: These prices are for the whole itinerary.
Q: Can we use public transportation instead of a taxi?
A: Yes, you can use public transportation such as subway or bus instead of taking a taxi. However, be sure to factor in the travel time for each day.
Q: Are there any language barrier issues in the places we’ll be visiting?
A: While there might be some language barrier issues, most popular tourist spots in Seoul have signs written in both Korean and English. Also, many locals tend to speak English and many restaurants have English menus.
Q: Can we request modifications to the itinerary?
A: Yes, you can request modifications to the itinerary, but these might require additional fees.
