Seoul Royal Palace & City Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Gyeongbokgung Palace's grandeur
- Stroll through Bukchon Hanok Village
- Witness the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
- Visit the National Folk Museum of Korea
- Discover the vibrant Insadong Alley
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Admission fees to Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language for a full experience.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as the tour is conducted outdoors.
- Be prepared for a full day of walking; the tour covers several kilometers on foot.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the day's exploration.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and vibrant street scenes.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Royal guard changing ceremony might be cancelled due to weather conditions
- Please be advised that Changdeokgung Palace is closed every Monday. Accordingly, the tour will visit Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village instead. In the event of inclement weather, the itinerary may change to the National Museum of Korea to ensure a comfortable indoor experience.
- Please note that Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed on Tuesdays or during special events. In such cases, the itinerary will change to Deoksugung Palace without prior notice.
- This tour is proceeding with minimum 2 people
- Lunch (Not included): We provide free time for lunch in Insadong, allowing you the flexibility to explore and enjoy a variety of local restaurants of your choice.
Traveler reviews
Was fantastic to learn...
Was fantastic to learn about and see the cultural parts of Seoul and my guide Sookhee was very knowledgeable and looked after me the entire day. I couldn't fault it.
Great experience with an amazing tour guide!
Sookhee was a wonderful guide who was very knowledgeable about the palace that we visited. She was very sweet and made an effort to get to know me and my Mom throughout the tour. 아주 재미있었어요!
Palace and Seoul City Tour
Prompt pick up and return to hotel. Good driver with an immaculate car Guide Soo Khee gave a good personalised experience, explaining each destination accompanied by interesting stories on the history. Good English and helped take some good photos for us. She was professional and patient with us who are in the older age group. Had good knowledge of places go and eat. An altogether enjoyable experience at a pace we could handle, even though it rained towards the end.
Great First Day in Seoul
Sookhee was a phenomenal guide. I have been on lots of tours, and I was thoroughly impressed by Sookhee’s historical knowledge. She is so engaging and passionate and was able to answer every question I had. The pacing of the day was great, and I enjoyed learning through Sookhee’s many stories. My partner and I got lucky and ended up being the only two people on the tour, so we were able to make some choices about our tour stops. This was a great way to spend our first day in Seoul!
Fun History Trip in Seoul
Sookhee was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable of the Joseon Dynasty and the history of the country. She is a great story teller and very attentive. I would do many more tours if I could always get Sookhee.