The Best 3 Days in Seoul Itinerary Visual Story

By Loredana Elena

Introduction

The Best 3 Days in Seoul Itinerary Visual Story

Planning a trip to Seoul? This 3 days in Seoul itinerary will help you see...

DAY 1

Discover Korean Royalty

Before Korea became an empire in the 19th century, it was a kingdom with the...

DAY 1 - STOP 1

Jogyesa Temple

One of the best places to visit on this 3 day Seoul itinerary is Jogyesa...

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DAY 1 - STOP 2

Gyeongbokgung Palace

The second stop on your itinerary is Gyeongbokgung Palace. This impressive palace compound, set in...

DAY 1 - STOP 3

Bukchon Hanok Village

Instead of visiting two palaces back-to-back, check out Bukchon Hanok Village to briefly break up...

DAY 1 - STOP 4

Changdeokgung Palace

Changdeokgung Palace is another example of the "Five Grand Palaces" that were built in Seoul...

DAY 1 - STOP 5

Jongmyo Shrine

A short walk from Changdeokgung Palace, you will find a neighbourhood park with another UNESCO...

DAY 1 - STOP 6

National Palace Museum of Korea

Located next to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Palace Museum of Korea is a must-see for...

DAY 1 - STOP 7

Seoul Ghost Tour

Seoul has a great nightlife scene, but you can also find some things to do...

DAY 2

Taking Traditions to New Heights

On day two in Seoul, you will visit various sites, from parks to markets and...

DAY 2 - STOP 1

Namsan Mountain

After a first day spent familiarizing yourself with Korean royalty, it may be nice to...

DAY 2 - STOP 2

Namsan Seoul Tower

If you're wondering what to do in Seoul for 3 days, a trip to N...

DAY 2 - STOP 3

Namdaemun Market

You can find an array of fantastic street markets in Seoul, like Namdaemun Market. The...

DAY 2 - STOP 4

Namsangol Hanok Village

Namsangol Hanok Village is located in the northern corner of Namsan Park. It is known...

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DAY 2 - STOP 5

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Art and architecture enthusiasts will want to stop by Dongdaemun Design Plaza when in Seoul...

DAY 2 - STOP 6

Korean Cooking Class

For dinner on your second day in Seoul, you'll attend a cooking class with a...

DAY 3

Han River's South Bank

On your last day in Seoul, you should check out the South Bank of the...

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DAY 3 - STOP 1

Apgujeong-dong

Apgujeong-dong is a ward in Gangnam-gu. It is one of South Korea's most expensive neighbourhoods...

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DAY 3 - STOP 2

Bongeunsa Temple

Another can't-miss stop on this Seoul in 3 days itinerary is Bongeunsa Temple. Bongeunsa is...

DAY 3 - STOP 3

Lotte World Tower

You can't speak of Seoul's impressive growth and modernity without mentioning its tallest skyscraper, the...

DAY 3 - STOP 4

Olympic Park

Seoul Olympic Park was built to host the Summer Olympics in 1988. It features many...

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DAY 3 - STOP 5

Joint Security Area - Optional

The Joint Security Area and Demilitarized Zone is a unique place to visit in South...

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Conclusion

In Conclusion

Seoul is an excellent destination to visit, with an array of things to do for...

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