Seoul Royal Palaces & Market Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Gyeongbokgung Palace's grandeur
- Visit the serene Changdeokgung Palace
- Stroll through the vibrant Namdaemun Market
- Discover traditional crafts in Insadong
- Experience Seoul's rich cultural heritage
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Admission fees to Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung Palaces
- Meals and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Confirm your hotel pickup location and time upon booking.
- Be prepared for potential crowds at popular sites and markets.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves significant walking.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and vibrant market scenes.
- Carry some cash for personal purchases at the market and shops.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- 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.
Traveler reviews
Cathy was an awesome guide!
Cathy was a perfect guide for me. I was struggling due to the excessive heat and she was very attentive to my needs. I would thoroughly recommend her!
Great tour of Seoul, all in 1 day!!
Such an amazing set of experiences, all packed into one day. In addition to seeing the places I wanted to see, we also were able to see a Buddhist ceremony, changing of the guard at the Royal Palace, eat a traditional meal, get personalized tour of the Ginseng museum, ride a cable car up to see the Seoul Tower, and sample treats at the local market. Our tour guide, Clara, was so knowledgeable and included some additions (like seeing the Palace Gardens that weren't part of the tour), based on requests from our group. What a wonderful tour, I highly recommend! Plus our driver, Mr. Won, was always prompt to pick us up in heavy traffic to move us quickly to the next place!
Perfect day in Seoul
We had a great day and see so much in one day. We could never do it on our own. Our tour hide Clara. Was so nice and helpful in everything we asked for. I would definitely recommend her and the company.
A Must do tour!
We had Jin as our tour person for our small group. Jin was great and we had a wonderful time with her.
Joyce was an excellent...
Joyce was an excellent guide. She has an extensive knowledge about Korean history and culture and she was very kind and adjustable to my taste. I definitely want to come back to Seoul again.