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Seoul Trip Planner
Palaces, K-pop, midnight street food, and mountain temples.
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- Best time
- April (blossoms) and October (crisp autumn)
- Ideal length
- 4–5 days
- Currency
- South Korean Won (KRW)
- Language
- Korean
Seoul runs on contrasts — Joseon-era palaces beside neon shopping districts, and hanok villages under glass towers, all wrapped by hikeable mountains. The city stays up late, so a good Seoul itinerary saves markets and nightlife for the evening and uses the superb subway to cover its sprawl. Wearing a hanbok even gets you into the palaces for free.
Top things to do in Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace
The grand Joseon palace with a changing-of-the-guard ceremony; rent a hanbok to enter free.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Traditional wooden houses on a hillside between two palaces.
Myeongdong & Hongdae
Cosmetics and street food in Myeongdong; youthful nightlife and buskers in Hongdae.
N Seoul Tower
Namsan's cable car up to the tower for the city's best panoramic view.
Sample Seoul itinerary
Day 1 · Palaces
Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong for tea and crafts.
Day 2 · Modern Seoul
Myeongdong shopping, N Seoul Tower, and a Hongdae night out.
Day 3 · Markets & views
Gwangjang Market food, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and a Han River park at sunset.
Seoul travel tips
- ✓Get a T-money card for the excellent subway and buses.
- ✓Wearing a hanbok gets you free entry to the four grand palaces.
- ✓Korean BBQ and stews are meant for sharing — go with a group and order for the table.
- ✓Late night is prime time; markets and food streets run past midnight.
Seoul trip planning FAQ
How many days do you need in Seoul?
Four to five days covers the palaces, shopping and food districts, and a mountain or DMZ day trip.
When is the best time to visit Seoul?
April for cherry blossoms and October for clear autumn skies; both avoid the humid summer and icy winter.
Is Seoul easy to navigate without Korean?
Yes — signage and subway announcements are in English, and translation apps bridge most gaps.