Navigating Seoul via its world-class subway system isn’t just efficient—it’s an immersive cultural experience! With numbered lines, English signage, and strategic stops connecting palaces, markets, and modern wonders, here’s your perfect day-long itinerary:
🚇 Course Overview
Duration: Full Day (Start ~9 AM)
Budget: ₩15,000~₩25,000 (incl. transit + snacks)
Essential: T-money Card (buy/recharge at station kiosks; ₩4,000 deposit refundable).
🌅 Morning: Royal Heritage & Tradition
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Line 3 → Gyeongbokgung Station (Exit 5)
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: Witness the royal guard ceremony (10 AM/2 PM). Tip: Rent hanbok (₩10,000~20,000/hr) for free entry!
- Bukchon Hanok Village: 12-min walk south. Wander through 600-year-old alleys with traditional houses.
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Line 3 → Anguk Station (1 stop)
- Insadong Street: Browse antique shops, sip sikhye (sweet rice drink), and try hotteok (cinnamon pancakes).
🍜 Lunch & Modern Buzz
- Line 4 → Myeongdong Station (Exit 6)
- Myeongdong Shopping Street: Feast on street food—tornado potatoes, tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), and mandu (dumplings).
- Namsan Cable Car: 10-min walk to ride up N Seoul Tower for panoramic views (₩14,000 round-trip).
🌃 Evening: Culture & Nightlife
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Line 6 → Hapjeong Station (Exit 3)
- Hongdae Street: Experience K-pop buskers, quirky cafes (Thanks Nature’s sheep cafe!), and indie boutiques.
- Dinner: Try samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ) at Maple Tree House (~₩20,000/person).
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Line 2 → Gangnam Station (Exit 10)
- Gangnam Style: Snap photos at the PSY statue, explore upscale COEX Mall, and see the Starfield Library.
🚨 Foreigner Tips
- Subway Hours: 5:30 AM–midnight (later on Fri/Sat).
- Apps: Use Naver Map (English) for real-time transit.
- Etiquette: Offer seats to elders, avoid rush hour (8–9 AM / 6–7 PM), and no eating on trains.
- WiFi: Free in stations and trains!
Seoul’s subway isn’t just transport—it’s your passport to history, food, and K-culture. Charge your T-money card, wear comfy shoes, and dive in! 🌟🚉