This is an IMO itinerary suggestion, not a booked tour. Adjust it after checking access, opening and weather.
Before you go: city and budget
Separate flights, accommodation, food, transport and a reserve in your budget. Save your lodging address and leave time to drop your bags. Check age and consent requirements before booking alone.
Day 1: around Gyeongbokgung
Start at Gyeongbokgung and leave space for a nearby meal and rest. Check palace closures and entry conditions; swap days if it is closed.
161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul · 서울 종로구 사직로 161
Day 2: HiKR and the Cheonggyecheon area
Explore K-culture content at HiKR Ground. Check which experiences are operating. If it rains heavily, skip the stream walk and choose indoor plans.
40 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul · 서울 중구 청계천로 40
Day 3: a slower day at COEX
Use Starfield Library as an anchor for a meal and browsing COEX. Keep travel simple and leave time to pack. Separating purchases from window-shopping helps you stick to your budget.
513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · 서울 강남구 영동대로 513
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