5-day South Korea (mid)

Planning a 5-day South Korea itinerary? This guide features a practical mix of attractions, memorable stops, and day-by-day travel ideas to make your trip easier.

Updated for 2026 travel. Use this itinerary as a flexible travel guide for what to do, where to go, and how to organise each day more smoothly.

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South Korea itinerary overview

•Day 1: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village.
•Day 2: Myeongdong Shopping Street and Namsan Seoul Tower.
•Day 3: Bukhansan National Park and Lunch at a Local Restaurant.
•Day 4: KidZania Seoul and Lunch at Bonnies.
•Day 5: Lotte World Aquarium and Lunch at A Twosome Place.

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Jongno

Jongno is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.

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Day 1 — Cultural Exploration

Daily est. total: ~18

Recommended area: Jongno

Jongno is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.

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09:00 • Jongno

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Explore historical structures.

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12:20 • Jongno

Bukchon Hanok Village

Stroll through traditional houses.

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15:40 • Jongno

Insadong Street

Shop for local crafts.

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19:00 • Jongno

Dinner at Tosokchon

Famous for ginseng chicken soup.

~15

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Day 2 — Shopping and Anime

Daily est. total: ~40

Recommended area: Jung-gu

Jung-gu is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.

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09:00 • Jung-gu

Myeongdong Shopping Street

Vibrant shopping area.

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12:20 • Yongsan

Namsan Seoul Tower

Panoramic city views.

~10

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15:40 • Jongno

Anime Content Store

Shop manga and anime merch.

~20

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19:00 • Jongno

Street Food at Gwangjang Market

Try local delicacies.

~10

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Day 3 — Nature and Relaxation

Daily est. total: ~40

Recommended area: Bukhansan

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09:00 • Bukhansan

Bukhansan National Park

Morning hike in nature.

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12:20 • Bukhansan

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy local cuisine.

~15

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15:40 • Jung-gu

Cheonggyecheon Stream

Relax by the peaceful stream.

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19:00 • Gangnam

Dinner at Hanam Pig House

Korean BBQ experience.

~25

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Day 4 — Family Fun and Shopping

Daily est. total: ~180

Recommended area: Gangnam

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09:00 • Gangnam

KidZania Seoul

Interactive children's play city.

~70

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12:20 • Gangnam

Lunch at Bonnies

Family-friendly Korean BBQ.

~50

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15:40 • Gangnam

Starfield COEX Mall

Shopping and entertainment hub.

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19:00 • Gangnam

Dinner at The Avenue

Offers diverse cuisine options.

~60

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Day 5 — Cultural Exploration and Anime

Daily est. total: ~140

Recommended area: Songpa

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09:00 • Songpa

🔥 Top attraction

Lotte World Aquarium

Family-friendly aquarium.

~40

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12:20 • Songpa

Lunch at A Twosome Place

Great for desserts and light meals.

~30

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15:40 • Mapo

Anime Center Korea

Explore anime culture and merchandise.

~20

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19:00 • Mapo

Dinner at Pocha Bistro

Casual dining with Korean street food.

~50

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