Travel Plan: 5-day Seoul National Museum of Korea Itinerary
This itinerary is focused on exploring the museums and cultural heritage sites of Seoul, South Korea. The aim of this plan is to provide detailed daily activities with approximate travel times, transportation modes, and costs.
Day 1: Arrival and Hotel Check-In
– Arrival at Incheon International Airport
– Take the AREX (Airport Railroad Express) to Seoul Station (approx. 45 mins, 9,000 KRW)
– Check-in at Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeong-dong Hotel or Tmark Grand Hotel Myeongdong
– Lunch at Myeong-dong Kyoja (approx. 11,000 KRW)
– Visit the National Museum of Korea in Yongsan-gu (approx. 20 mins by taxi or subway, 3,000 KRW)
– Dinner at Gwangjang Market for Korean street food (approx. 10,000 KRW)
– Return to hotel for the night
Day 2: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno-gu (approx. 30 mins by taxi or subway, 3,000 KRW)
– Watch the Changing of the Guard Ceremony (10:00 am or 2:00 pm)
– Lunch at Tosokchon Samgyetang for Ginseng Chicken Soup (approx. 15,000 KRW)
– Visit the Bukchon Hanok Village to explore traditional Korean houses (approx. 10 mins by taxi or subway, 2,500 KRW)
– Dinner at Hongdae for Korean BBQ (approx. 20,000 KRW)
– Return to hotel for the night
Day 3: Namsan Tower and Insadong
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Take the Cable Car up to Namsan Tower for panoramic views of Seoul (approx. 30 mins by taxi or subway, 8,000 KRW)
– Lunch at Namsan Tower’s restaurant (approx. 25,000 KRW)
– Visit Insadong for traditional Korean crafts and souvenirs (approx. 10 mins by taxi or subway, 2,500 KRW)
– Dinner at Happy Chuseok for Korean-style hot pot (approx. 15,000 KRW)
– Return to hotel for the night
Day 4: War Memorial of Korea and Itaewon
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Visit War Memorial of Korea in Yongsan-gu (approx. 20 mins by taxi or subway, 3,000 KRW)
– Lunch at Samcheongdong Sujebi for Traditional Dumplings (approx. 11,000 KRW)
– Visit Itaewon for international cuisine and shopping (approx. 15 mins by taxi or subway, 3,000 KRW)
– Dinner at Vatos Urban Tacos for Korean-Mexican fusion (approx. 20,000 KRW)
– Return to hotel for the night
Day 5: Departure
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Check out of the hotel
– Take the AREX back to Incheon International Airport (approx. 45 mins, 9,000 KRW)
– Departure from Seoul
FAQs
Q. Is English commonly spoken in Seoul?
A. English is widely spoken in tourist areas of Seoul, but it’s always recommended to learn some basic Korean phrases.
Q. What is the mode of transportation used for this itinerary?
A. The modes of transportation used in this itinerary are taxis, subway, and cable car.
Q. Which hotel would you recommend for budget travelers?
A. A budget-friendly hotel option is the Hostel Haru in Myeongdong or the Hotel Loft in Hongdae.
Q. What time do the museums and heritage sites usually open and close?
A. The National Museum of Korea is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Other sites may vary but are usually open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Q. Are meals expensive in Seoul?
A. It depends on where you eat. Street food and traditional Korean restaurants are usually inexpensive, with meals under 10,000 KRW. Western restaurants and fine dining places are generally more expensive.
