2-Night, 3-Day Itinerary in Suwon, South Korea

World Heritage Sites × Gourmet Food × Shopping! A perfect getaway just an hour from Seoul to enjoy the best of Suwon 📅 Day 1: Historical Exploration and Authentic Korean BBQ 🚆【Morning】Travel from Seoul to Suwon • Seoul Station → Suwon Station (via KTX or Subway Line 1 / approx. 30 minutes to 1 hour) • Check into your hotel upon arrival (drop off your luggage) 🏯【Afternoon】Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Hwaseong Fortress" & Hwaseong Haenggung Palace • Explore the stunning fortress and royal villa built by King Jeongjo of the Joseon Dynasty • Rent a hanbok and stroll along the fortress walls for a historical drama-like experience 🍖【Evening】Savor Suwon's Famous Galbi (Korean BBQ Ribs) • Enjoy juicy, charcoal-grilled galbi at renowned restaurants like "Yeonpo Galbi" or "Bonpyo Galbi" • The sweet and spicy marinade combined with the smoky flavor is simply irresistible! 🏨【Accommodation】Hotels near Suwon Station • Example: Novotel Ambassador Suwon (excellent access and comfort) 📅 Day 2: A Full Day of Fun at the Korean Folk Village and Starfield Suwon 🍜【Morning】Local Breakfast at Nammun Market • Relish dishes like kalguksu (Korean noodles), gimbap, or street food like hotteok 🏡【Morning】Korean Folk Village • A traditional theme park recreating a Joseon-era village • Enjoy hanbok experiences, folk performances, horseback riding, and more 🍽【Lunch】Traditional Cuisine at the Folk Village • Savor dishes like stone pot bibimbap or Korean pancakes (jeon) 🛍【Afternoon to Evening】Shopping & Dining at Starfield Suwon • A massive shopping complex opening in 2024, one of Korea's largest • Shop popular brands like ZARA, UNIQLO, NIKE, and Korean cosmetics • The food court offers a variety of Korean dishes, desserts, cafes, and restaurants • Features include a cinema and indoor amusement park "Sports Monster," perfect for families 🍰【Dinner & Cafe】Relax with dinner or dessert at the mall • Popular spots include "BAKE," "HOLLYS COFFEE," and "SSG FOOD MARKET" 🏨【Accommodation】Same hotel as Day 1 or boutique hotels near Starfield 📅 Day 3: Strolling the Streets and Souvenir Shopping ☕【Morning】Stylish Breakfast at Haenggung-dong Cafe Street • Enjoy trendy cafes in renovated hanok houses and Instagram-worthy desserts 🎁【Morning】Souvenir Shopping Around Hwaseong Road & Suwon Station • Pick up Korean cosmetics, hanji (traditional paper) goods, and local food items 🍜【Lunch】Wrap Up with Suwon Naengmyeon or Beef Soup (Seonji Guk) 🛤【Afternoon】Return to Seoul and Head Home • Suwon Station → Seoul Station or Incheon Airport (airport limousine buses available) 💡 Highlights of This Trip ✅ Perfect for history buffs and shopping enthusiasts alike! ✅ Check out the latest trends at Starfield Suwon! ✅ Indulge in Suwon's famous galbi and local delicacies! ✅ Convenient access from Seoul, ideal for first-time visitors to Korea! ✈️ Additional Information • 【Access】Approx. 20 minutes by bus or 15 minutes by taxi from Suwon Station to Starfield Suwon • 【Transportation IC Card】T-money card is convenient for buses, subways, and taxis • 【Language】English is widely understood at tourist spots. A translation app is handy.