Timing
Timing
Seeing Seoul's main sights only takes 2-3 days, but add in a day trip to the countryside or DMZ, and Seoul easily becomes a 4-5 day trip. For travelers who want to see the city at a more relaxed pace and sample Seoul's cuisine, markets, and nightlife, a week is about right.
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