Gwangjang Market
Ride to Naksan
Fortress Walk
Sunset
Sunset time is just as important as deciding what’s for dinner.
Market food to sunset views? Hard to beat.
Do a little homework before Gwangjang.
Too much good food, not enough stomach. Know what you want — and where to find it.
Comfortable shoes.
Good outfit. Your feet will thank you. So will your photos.
Check sunset time.
Seriously. Being ten minutes late to this one hurts.
12:30
Start with the things you really want to try. Walk a little, eat a little, repeat.
tipSmall portions mean you get to try more.
Open in Maps ↗15:00
Find the Jongno 03 village bus near Jongno 5-ga or Dongdaemun. It takes you close to the top.
tipSave your legs. The best walking comes later.
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Follow the wall along the ridge and take it slowly. The city starts opening up around you.
noteThis part feels surprisingly removed from the streets below.
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Stay near the wall as the light starts to change. This is the moment you came for.
tipCheck sunset time before you start the day. Ten minutes matters here.
18:00
See a café you like? Stop. Sit for a while and watch the city turn into evening.
altSkip it if the light is too good to leave.
19:00
Keep following the path down toward Dongdaemun. The city gets louder again as you descend.
altStill have energy? Wander through a mall before dinner.
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Pick whatever sounds best after the walk.
altBBQ, noodles, bibimbap — this one doesn’t need much planning.