Travel Plan for 7-day Seoul National Museum of Korea
Direction and Purpose: The purpose of this itinerary is to provide a comprehensive travel plan for visiting the Seoul National Museum of Korea for one week. This itinerary will include activities, transportation, places to eat, estimated costs, and hotel recommendations.
Day 1: Arrival in Seoul
– Transportation: Take the airport limousine bus to the hotel. Estimated travel time is 60 minutes and the cost is approximately 15,000 KRW.
– Hotel Recommendation: Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul
– Lunch: Hanjan Mapo Galbi for grilled Korean beef ribs. Estimated cost is 30,000 KRW.
– Afternoon Activity: Walk around Myeongdong and visit Namsan Tower. Estimated travel time is 30 minutes by subway and the cost is approximately 2,500 KRW.
– Dinner: Gwangjang Market for traditional Korean street food. Estimated cost is 10,000 KRW.
Day 2: Seoul National Museum of Korea
– Transportation: Take the subway to Ichon Station and transfer to the shuttle bus to the museum. Estimated travel time is 45 minutes and the cost is approximately 2,500 KRW.
– Morning Activity: Explore the Seoul National Museum of Korea. Admission is free!
– Lunch: Kimganae for traditional Korean cuisine. Estimated cost is 50,000 KRW.
– Afternoon Activity: Walk around Samcheong-dong and Bukchon Hanok Village. Estimated travel time is 30 minutes by bus and the cost is approximately 2,500 KRW.
– Dinner: Myeongdong Kyoja for handmade noodles and dumplings. Estimated cost is 10,000 KRW.
Day 3: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Insadong
– Transportation: Take the subway to Gyeongbokgung Station. Estimated travel time is 30 minutes and the cost is approximately 1,500 KRW.
– Morning Activity: Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and National Palace Museum of Korea. Estimated cost is 10,000 KRW for both admission tickets.
– Lunch: Tosokchon Samgyetang for Korean chicken soup. Estimated cost is 20,000 KRW.
– Afternoon Activity: Explore Insadong and visit Ssamzigil. Estimated travel time is 15 minutes by subway and the cost is approximately 1,500 KRW.
– Dinner: Gogung for Korean fried chicken. Estimated cost is 20,000 KRW.
Day 4: Lotte World and Gangnam
– Transportation: Take the subway to Jamsil Station. Estimated travel time is 30 minutes and the cost is approximately 1,500 KRW.
– Morning Activity: Visit Lotte World, an indoor amusement park. Estimated cost is 52,000 KRW for admission ticket.
– Lunch: Garak Market for fresh seafood. Estimated cost is 30,000 KRW.
– Afternoon Activity: Visit COEX mall and walk around Gangnam. Estimated travel time is 30 minutes by subway and the cost is approximately 2,500 KRW.
– Dinner: Arirang for Korean BBQ. Estimated cost is 40,000 KRW.
Day 5: Namhansanseong Fortress and Myeongdong
– Transportation: Take the subway to Jungang Line and transfer to the bus to Namhansanseong Fortress. Estimated travel time is 60 minutes and the cost is approximately 4,000 KRW.
– Morning Activity: Hike around Namhansanseong Fortress. Estimated cost is 1,000 KRW for admission fee.
– Lunch: Pangyo Food Street for various Korean dishes. Estimated cost is 20,000 KRW.
– Afternoon Activity: Return to Myeongdong for some shopping. Estimated travel time is 60 minutes by bus and subway and the cost is approximately 3,500 KRW.
– Dinner: Jinsa Bunsik for Korean street food. Estimated cost is 7,000 KRW.
Day 6: DMZ Tour and Korean War Memorial Museum
– Transportation: Join the DMZ tour from the hotel. Estimated travel time is 120 minutes each way and the cost is approximately 40,000 KRW.
– Morning Activity: Visit the Korean War Memorial Museum. Admission is free!
– Lunch: Eat lunch at the DMZ tour.
– Afternoon Activity: Visit the DMZ and see the Joint Security Area. Estimated cost is 135,000 KRW for the tour.
– Dinner: Abdallah for Middle Eastern food. Estimated cost is 20,000 KRW.
Day 7: Departure from Seoul
– Transportation: Take the airport limousine bus from the hotel to the airport. Estimated travel time is 60 minutes and the cost is approximately 15,000 KRW.
– Breakfast: Butterfinger Pancakes for American breakfast. Estimated cost is 15,000 KRW.
– Departure: Return to the airport for departure.
FAQs:
– What is the estimated cost of this itinerary? The estimated cost of this itinerary is approximately 700,000 KRW per person, not including flights and hotel expenses.
– Are there any recommendations for vegetarian or halal restaurants? Yes, in Seoul, there are vegetarian and halal restaurants available. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions and we can provide recommendations.
– Can we modify the itinerary? Yes, we can customize the itinerary based on your preferences and schedule. Please let us know your requests and we will make changes accordingly.
