8 days in Seoul Itinerary

One of east Asia's major cultural and financial centers, Seoul boasts five World Heritage Sites and a huge selection of museums, temples, shrines, palaces, parks, gardens, and glass-and-steel skyscrapers.

Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Head to Myeongdong Shopping Street and Namdaemun Marketfor some retail therapy. Explore Seoul's surroundings by going to Nami Island (in Chuncheon), Everland (in Yongin) and Jangja Lake Park (in Guri). Pack the 7th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Lotte World. There's much more to do: visit Insadong, admire the landmark architecture of Deoksugung, get great views at N Seoul Tower, and contemplate the waterfront views at Cheonggyecheon Stream.

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If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Gimpo International Airport, Incheon International Airport and Osan Air Base. May in Seoul sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C at night.