Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul
Description
In the middle heart inside of Seoul, you will experience the harmony between Tradition and Modern with us. The most essential place you must visit in Korea is the main Palace 'Gyeongbok Palace'. Let's explore the inside of Gyeongbok Palace and National Folk Museum where you can get lots of history facts. As you are visiting Asia, you shouldn't miss the chance of experiencing Temple. You will notice Korean own culture melted in Jogyesa temple. After having delicious and traditional lunch, we will visit to Changdeok Palace which was added to UNESCO World Heritage in 1997. After all of these amazing exploring of History of Korea, now is the time of having fun for shopping. You can find lots of souvenirs in Insadong and you will visit to the biggest street shopping in Namdaemun.
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Itinerary
With our comfortable transportation and friendly driver, you will start this full day tour of the beautiful, Seoul.
As Korea is one of the countries divided by 2 countries, you must be curious of our Government. To satisfy your curiosity we will first pass by the Blue House, which is the official residence of the Republic of Korea's head of state.
With informative explanations of Korea from our professional tour guide, now you are heading to the main Palace, Gyeongbok Palace. Gyeongbok Palace is the biggest and the most important Palace among others.
Inside of Gyeongbok Palace, you will visit National Folk Museum of Korea as well where you can appreciate a lot of cultural aspects of Korea.
Now is the time to visit Temple. You might be surprised that you can have a chance to experience to visit to Temple in the center of Seoul. Jogyesa Temple is the biggest one in South Korea. Even though a lot of Asian countries cultures are based on Buddhism, there are slightly differences among all those countries.
Korea is one of the countries with the biggest Ginseng industry. We will drop by a Ginseng center to learn more about this health care product and you will have the opportunity to purchase some ginseng to take home with you.
Next, you will stop at a traditional Korean restaurant for lunch.
Changdeok Palace was added to UNESCO Heritage in 1997. This is the most preserved and beautiful palaces in South Korea.
Now is time for shopping. Insadong is well known for tourists to experience various Korean traditional activities and shop for souvenirs. You will see lots of Korean tea places and traditional Korean street food. You can enjoy snacks while strolling down the various souvenir shops.
Afterwards, head to Namdaemun Market, the biggest and the oldest Market in Seoul. Experience a traditional style market and buy products at cheap prices. There are clothing stores, gadgets, electronics, food and more.
After a full day of exploring, you will be dropped back off to your hotel in Seoul.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We provide hotel pick up only in Seoul area. If you put your hotel information, the tour operator will give the pick up time with exact meeting time. You MUST get the meeting time from the tour operator
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; it is recommended that you wear good walking shoes
- Please note: On Mondays, Changdeokgung Palace may be closed; if this is the case, you will visit Bukchon Hanok Village instead
- Please note: On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum may be closed; if this is the case, you will visit Deoksu Palace, the History Museum instead
- This tour include 1 shopping center (Ginseng center)
Reviews(250)
We had a great experience with Sally as our guide! She was very informative and helpful. She went above and beyond to help answer our questions, take pictures for us and make sure the experience went as smoothly as possible. We were able to see many places in just one day because she was so efficient and organized!
Hello! This is Polly from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted that our tour left you with great memories. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure!
I had a great time! Sally was a big help, very friendly, and knowledgeable. Would do again.
Hello! This is Jane from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. It was our pleasure to show you around Korea. We sincerely hope to see you again on your next visit!
Sally is the best guide we worked it and she made the whole trip special for us.
Hello! This is Joy from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your wonderful comments. We're pleased that you had such a positive experience with us. We hope you'll visit Korea again and join us once more!
I booked my tour late in the day. I had some questions, and decided to write the tour guide. Sally responded right away and gave me precise instructions. The day of the tour, our guide Sally was very informative. This was a great tour for the price.
Hello! This is Polly from Seoul City Tour. Thank you very much for your kind words. We're so pleased that you had a wonderful experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back someday!
Bellissimo tour! Da fare! Lizzy was very good!
Hello! This is Leon from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your lovely comments. We're glad you had such a great experience. We hope you'll travel with us again in the future!
Thank you to Yeoni and Lizzy for this beautiful journey and for your energy ! We really enjoy the visit and maybe see you soon 😊
Hello! This is Joy from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your kind review. We're happy you enjoyed our tour. We'd love to see you again on your next visit!
all is perfect, the guide lizzy is wonderfull!!
Hello! This is Min from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your review. We're delighted you had a memorable trip. We hope to welcome you back again!
Very good guide, good advice with beautiful discoveries
Hello! This is Leon from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're grateful you chose our tour. We hope you'll join us again in the future!
Lizzy has been a great guide and very careful
Hello! This is Joy from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your thoughtful comments. We're glad you had a wonderful experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Spring and Yeoni were great! They both know a lot about korean history and were really kind! The length of the visit was nice, there was a lot of time to see everything! Overall 5 stars!!!
Hello! This is Leon from Seoul City Tour. Thank you very much for your kind review. It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience. We hope to welcome you back whenever you're in Korea!
