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Gyeongbok Palace Tour, Fullday Seoul City Tour
2 Adults x $80.00
$160.00
Approx Total
$160.00
Pickup included
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Pick-up & Drop-off Service(In Seoul)
Professional English Guide
Lunch
Transportation
Personal Expenses
Overview
★ A tour to Immerse yourself into the Korean History
★ Visit Gyeongbok Palace & Changdeok Palace, 2 Main Palaces
★ Enjoy the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony like in the past
★ Try one of the most popular and delicious food, Bibimbap
★ Enter Insadong Street and Namdaemun market for some shopping
Explore Seoul and see two of the Five Grand Palaces, Gyeongbok Palace, where you can see the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, and Changdeok Palace. Later make shopping stops at Insadong and Namdaemun Market.
Hotel(Seoul) → Driving through the famous Landmarks → The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony → Gyeongbok Palace → The National Folk Museum → Pass By The Presidential Blue House → RedPine or Ginseng Center → Lunch → Changdeok Palace → RedPine or Ginseng Center → Insadong → Namdaemun Market → Hotel(Seoul)
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Aloft Seoul Myeongdong56 Namdaemunro, Jung-gu, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04535
Amid Hotel Seoul38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03149
Aventree Hotel Jongno46, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03145
Avenue 1629, Supyo-ro 22-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03139
Brown Suites Residence464, Cheongpa-ro, Jung-gu, #1501-101, Brownstone Seoul, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04510
Central Tourist137, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03193
Courtyard Seoul Namdaemun9 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04526
Creto Hotel Myeongdong53 Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04537
Crown Park Hotel Seoul19, Namdaemun-ro 7-gil, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04532
Days Hotel by Wyndham Seoul Myeongdong107, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04536
Dears Myeongdong176, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04627
Doulos Hotel112 Gwansu-dong, Jongno-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 110-420
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun Seoul36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04513
First Stay Hotel23 Magokdong-ro 4-gil, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 07803
Floral Hotel Namsancity Seoul Myeongdong3-6 Toegyero 6-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04634
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul97 Saemunan-ro, Dangju-dong, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03183
Fraser Place Central Seoul78, Tongil-ro, Jung-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04517
Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul58 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04526
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Hotel Atrium Vabien II114, Tongil-ro, Jung-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04517
Hotel Biz Jongro7, Samil-daero 26-gil, Jongno-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03133
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Hotel Hill House42, Sogong-ro 3-gil, Jung-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04633
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Hotel Irene City26-10, Namdaemun-ro 1-gil, Jung-gu, 3-4th Floor, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04526
Hotel JR401-14, Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03164
Hotel Kukdo164, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04548
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Hotel Rian26, Supyo-ro 18-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03192
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Hotel Skypark Central Myeongdong16, Myeongdong 9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04538
Hotel Skypark Myeongdong 115, Myeongdong 8na-gil, Jung-gu, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04536
Hotel Skypark Myeongdong 222, Myeongdong 9-gil, , Seoul, South Korea, KR, 04538
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Hotel Star29, Donhwamun-ro 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03139
Hotel The Designers Jongno89-8, Supyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03191
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Hotel Venue G117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 03192
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Itinerary
Seoul (Pass By)
Have you heard about history of Korea?
Korea has thousand years of history and Korea is Nation State.
If you are international traveler, you might know Seoul is one of rare cities has hundreds years history footprints. You will see high-tech right next to thousand-year-old tradition. Palace is the one of popular historical places. Chosun Empire has ended in 1910 while Seoul has been the capital of Josun dynasty for the past 500 years. There are 5 important palaces you don’t want to miss and they are the most popular places for visitors.
What is first impression of the word "Palace"? Place for kings and noble families? It is true but only the part of it. You will see the area where kings and families lived with 2000 people ruled whole nation. There is only parts of palaces remain which makes many people find they are only for king and family. Palace was the place for discussion how to rule the country.
Jogyesa Temple
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, established in 1935 and located in downtown Seoul, serves as the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea. As you approach from the bustling streets of Jongno towards Anguk Subway Station, the temple unfolds as a peaceful retreat marked by its ancient white pine and 500-year-old locust and baeksong trees at the Daeungjeon, the main temple building. Visitors enter through the "Iljumun," a symbolic gate that divides the mundane world from the sacred realm of Buddha, where they can experience spiritual tranquility and admire the splendid golden statues.
30 minutes
The Blue House (Pass By)
After visiting Jogyesa Temple, you will pass by the Presidential Blue House, distinguished by its iconic blue tiles and beautifully set against the backdrop of Mt. Bukak.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
You will witness the royal guard changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun, an event that marks the changing of the royal guards and confirms their identities. The tour continues to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main and most beautiful palace during the Joseon Dynasty, where you can walk its magnificent grounds and envision the royal life. Highlights include Gangnyeongjeon, the king’s main quarters, Geunjeongjeon for formal visits, and Gyeonghoeru, the special banquet hall. Please note that on Tuesdays, when Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folklore Museum are closed, the tour will visit Deoksugung Palace and the Presidential Blue House Museum instead. The exact route may vary, depending on the knowledgeable guidance of our tour guide
1 hour
Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace, built shortly after Gyeongbokgung in 1405, served as the primary residence for many Joseon kings and remains the best-preserved of Seoul’s five remaining royal palaces. Designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 1997, Changdeokgung is celebrated for its harmonious blend with the natural environment, featuring a public palace area, the royal family residence, and a beautifully landscaped rear garden. On our tour, you will enter through the historic Donhwamun Gate, restored after being destroyed in 1592, and walk across the ancient Geumcheongyo Bridge, the oldest in Seoul. Highlights include Injeongjeon Hall, the grand setting for significant state banquets, and Huijeongdang Hall, the royal bedchamber, which was reconstructed with unique Western influences like glass windows and chandeliers after a fire, offering a distinct contrast to the traditional Korean architecture found throughout the rest of the palace.
1 hour
Insadong
Insadong, nestled near Gyeongbok Palace, is a vibrant hub of traditional Korean culture, renowned since the Joseon Dynasty for its array of antique shops. Today, it draws tourists with its traditional tea houses, craft shops, and art galleries, offering a firsthand experience of Korea's cultural heritage. Particularly popular among international visitors, Insadong's main street and its charming alleys are lined with stalls selling ceramics and local delicacies, creating a lively atmosphere where friendly locals engage with guests amidst the festive environment.
1 hour
Namdaemun Market
Namdaemun Market is a large traditional market in Seoul, South Korea. It is located next to Namdaemun, the main southern gate to the old city. The market is among the oldest extant markets in Korea, having opened during the Joseon period in 1414.
The market survived a number of attempts by the Japanese colonial government to shut it down. It was destroyed a number of times in the 20th century by accidental fires and during the 1950–1953 Korean War. Each time the market was destroyed, it was nearly completely rebuilt from scratch to the roughly the same size and status it had previously operated under.
It offers a vast array of goods including clothing for men, women, and children at competitive prices, serving both retail and wholesale customers.
50 minutes
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Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Gyeongbok Palace will be replaced by another tourist attraction when it is closed on Tuesdays.
The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony will be cancelled when it is rainy.
You might not be allowed to pass by the Presidential Blue House for the security.
Changdeok Palace will be replaced to Bukchon Hanok Village on Mondays.
Free Cancellation
June 18100% refund
June 19No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Published on Feb, 2025
It was wonderful to visit the Suwon Hwaseong fortress and see the original walls, and the folk village was great to understand Korean traditions. My tour guide SP Hong was very knowledgeable about the history behind the fortress and Korean folktales! Perfect for anyone interested in Korean history and culture!
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Published on Jan, 2025
Cathy is an excellent tour guide. She is very warm, friendly and extraordinary people. She is an amazing person and a very wise guide.
Fantastic tour
Published on Dec, 2024
We had a fantastic day with our day tour, our tour guide Ms Orota she is very nice and sweet. She speak very good English. Highly recommended.
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Published on Nov, 2024
A lovely tour, showing the best sights of Seoul. Cathy was very enthusiastic and kind. She helped me with the stairs and made sure I got back to my hotel safely. A great trio, thank you Cathy
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Published on Sep, 2024
Great English-speaking guide. Very knowledgeable about the area and was happy to explain things and answer our questions.
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