Travel Plan: 3-Day Seoul Korean Pop Culture (K-Pop) Trip
Overview: This 3-day Seoul Korean Pop Culture (K-Pop) itinerary is focused on exploring the best of K-Pop in the city, as well as some of its iconic landmarks, delicious food, and unique experiences. From visiting K-Pop music agencies to checking out some of the hottest K-Pop spots in the city, this itinerary has everything for the ultimate K-Pop fans.
Day 1:
9:00 AM – Hotel check-in and breakfast.
11:00 AM – Visit SMTOWN Museum (COEX Artium). Take the Subway Line 2 from the hotel to Samseong Station (30 mins, approx. KRW 1,500) Walk 8 min to reach COEX Artium building.
12:00 PM – Lunch at Lotte World Tower. Take a taxi from COEX Artium to Lotte World Tower (15 mins, approx. KRW 7,000).
At the base of the tower is Avenue L, a mall featuring cuisines from around the world
2:00 PM – Enjoy a K-Pop dance class. Take a taxi from Lotte World Tower to 1Million Dance Studio (30 mins, approx. KRW 15,000)
Join a dance class by international choreographers and learn the latest K-Pop moves. Approximate price: KRW 40,000
6:00 PM – Dinner at a traditional Korean restaurant. Take a taxi to Gwangjang Market (30 min, KRW 15,000). Try some Korean street food and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of one of Seoul’s oldest markets.
8:00 PM – Watch a K-Pop performance at JYP Entertainment. Take a taxi or subway from Gwangjang Market to JYP Entertainment (30 mins, KRW 10,000). Enjoy the live performance and get the chance to see your favorite K-Pop idols.
10:00 PM – Return to hotel. Take a taxi or subway to the hotel (approx. KRW 10,000).
Day 2:
9:00 AM – Breakfast.
11:00 AM – Visit SM Entertainment and experience a virtual reality concert. Take the subway from the hotel to Cheongdam Station (30 min, KRW 1,500) and walk for 10 mins to SM Entertainment building. Experience a virtual reality concert of your favorite K-Pop groups with SM’s latest technology. Approximate price: KRW 40,000
12:30 PM – Lunch at a Korean barbecue restaurant. Take a taxi to Itaewon for lunch (20 min, approx. KRW 10,000) and try grilled beef or pork at Maple Tree House.
2:00 PM – Visit K-Star Road and Gangnam District. Take the subway or taxi to Gangnam Station (40 min, approx. KRW 2,000) and explore K-Star Road lined with statues of K-Pop idols. Check out the K-Pop stores and unique cafes in the Gangnam district.
5:00 PM – Dinner at a themed restaurant. Go to Hongdae for dinner and enjoy the K-Pop-themed restaurant – Commonground. Take the subway from Gangnam to Hongik University Station (20 mins, approx. KRW 1,500) and walk for 10 mins to the restaurant.
8:00 PM – Watch a K-Pop performance at Cube Entertainment. Take a taxi from Hongdae to Cube Entertainment (15 mins, KRW 7,000). Enjoy the live performance and get the chance to see your favorite Cube K-Pop idols.
10:00 PM – Return to hotel. Take a taxi or subway to the hotel (approx. KRW 10,000).
Day 3:
9:00 AM – Breakfast and check out of the hotel.
11:00 AM – Visit the SM Coex Artium where you can shop for K-Pop goodies. Take the subway or taxi to the Coex Artium building (30 min, approx. KRW 1,500) and check out the latest K-Pop merchandise, CDs, and other K-Pop goodies.
12:00 PM – Lunch at a Korean fusion restaurant. Have lunch at Suji’s Korean Fusion Dining in Gangnam (30 min, approx. KRW 10,000).
2:00 PM – Visit the K-Pop landmarks of Seoul. Visit YG Entertainment, JYP Entertainment, and SM Entertainment’s headquarters in Apgujeong (approx. 45 min, KRW 10,000 by taxi).
5:00 PM – Dinner at a Korean street food market. Go to Myeongdong District for dinner (30 min, approx. KRW 15,000 by taxi) where you can find Korean street food markets.
8:00 PM – Watch a K-Pop performance at YG Entertainment. Take a taxi or subway from Myeongdong District to YG Entertainment (30 mins, KRW 15,000). Enjoy the live performance and your favorite YG K-Pop idols.
10:00 PM – Return to hotel. Take a taxi or subway to the hotel (approx. KRW 10,000).
FAQs:
1. How much should I budget for this trip?
Approximately KRW 600,000 – KRW 800,000 depending on your hotel choice, transportation mode and the type of food and activities you choose to participate in.
2. Can I visit K-Pop agencies without a pre-booked tour?
Yes, but some agencies may require prior permission for filming or photography. It is recommended to contact the agency in advance to avoid any issues.
3. Is it safe to travel alone in Seoul?
Yes, Seoul is considered a safe city for travelers, but it’s always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
4. Can you suggest a hotel in Seoul?
Yes, some good options include Grand Walkerhill Seoul, Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam and Belle-essence Seoul Hotel.
5. Is public transportation easily accessible in Seoul?
Yes, Seoul has an efficient subway and bus system, and it’s relatively easy to navigate. Taxis are also readily available, and most drivers can speak basic English.
