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Home/Destinations/Seoul/Seoul in 1 day
1 day · Seoul itinerary

Seoul in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Seoul? You can still see the palace, the hanok village and the night view. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Seoul — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Gyeongbokgung & hanbok
  2. 2Bukchon Hanok Village
  3. 3Gwangjang Market
  4. 4N Seoul Tower at night

Morning: the palace

Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, ideally in a hanbok, for the changing of the guard.

Afternoon: hanok & markets

Wander the Bukchon Hanok Village and eat at Gwangjang Market.

Evening: the tower

Head up the N Seoul Tower for the city lights.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Seoul — prices per person.

All inclusive Seoul Highlight Tour optional Hanbok Rental
Seoul
All inclusive Seoul Highlight Tour optional Hanbok Rental
5.0(37)·9 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour
Busan
Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour
4.9(805)·9h 5min
from$35/ person
via Viator
Seoul Vegan & Vegetarian Gwangjang Market Food Tour (11 Tastings)
Seoul
Seoul Vegan & Vegetarian Gwangjang Market Food Tour (11 Tastings)
5.0(147)·2 hours
from$99/ person
via Viator
Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower Private Half-Day Tour
Seoul
Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower Private Half-Day Tour
5.0(101)·4 hours
from$360/ person
via Viator
Seoul: City Highlights and Historical Experience No Shopping
Seoul
Seoul: City Highlights and Historical Experience No Shopping
4.9(275)·4 hours
from$57/ person
via Viator
Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast
Seoul
Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast
5.0(48)·2h 30min
from$55/ person
via Viator
Seoul Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photoshoot & Korean History Tour
−13%
Seoul
Seoul Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photoshoot & Korean History Tour
5.0(429)·2–3 hours
from$61$70/ person
via Viator
Seoul City Full Day Tour - Changdeok Palace (wearing Hanbok)
Seoul
Seoul City Full Day Tour - Changdeok Palace (wearing Hanbok)
4.9(128)·7 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator

Seoul in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Seoul in one day?
Yes — you can visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, wander the Bukchon Hanok Village, eat at Gwangjang Market and ride up the N Seoul Tower in a day, using the fast, easy subway.
What is the best one-day Seoul tour?
A palace and hanbok experience paired with a hanok village walk and a market food tour is the most rewarding way to see Seoul in a day.
How much does one day in Seoul cost?
Budget roughly €40–€80 per person for a palace tour or hanbok rental, the N Seoul Tower and a food tour — street food and palaces are very affordable.

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