Seoul City Private Full-Day Tour Including Lunch
Description
The country of the morning calm is full of history, and its capital, Seoul, abounds with authentic treasures. Join this 8-hour private tour to discover some of the most renowned gems of South Korean culture. From the great palaces to the N Tower, this tour will lead you through the ages to discover the old & the brand new capital.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The southern gate of Gyeongbokgung
See the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony and then visit the palace, this palace is filled with the smell of spring flowers, fresh phytoncide of green trees, yellow and orange autumn foliage and white snow depending on the season. (On Tuesday, we visit Changdeokgung Palace instead.)
Walk down following Korean traditional architecture and the curves and straight lines of the roofs and walls from shuffled houses.
After lunch, free time in Insadong, the art valley of Seoul
A small temple located at the central of Seoul city. This is the headquarter of over 2000 local temples in Korea.
Standing 479.7m high, at the top of the Namsan mountain, you will be able to enjoy a fantastic panorama of Seoul.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from any hotel/Airbnb in Seoul. If you request pick up from Incheon airport, there will be an additional cost.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Additional costs may apply for gluten-free, vegan, or halal food requests.
- Pick-up is only available in central Seoul, and additional charges may apply for distant areas such as Gangnam.
- The tour is conducted by a driver-guide and requires a certain level of physical fitness due to extensive walking.
- For groups of 8 or more, if a larger vehicle is needed, a dedicated driver will be assigned, which may result in an increase in the price. Please contact us for more details.
- If you require VIP options, need a larger vehicle for groups of 5 or more, or prefer minimal walking, please contact us to discuss an upgrade. Please note that these options may incur additional costs.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace and Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is closed on every Tuesday. Instead, you will visit Changdeokgung Palace
- Royal Guard Changing Ceremony may not available during rainy days or typhoons (Bad weather)
- Tour duration can be adjust depends on weather, traffic or personal reasons
Reviews(522)
Brian was great. Very knowledgeable about Korean history and also very knowledgeable about the sites. Even though it was an all day event, it went by fast. Definitely worth it!!
We had a wonderful full day tour with Jin. She took our family of three all around Seoul and we loved her! She is super knowledgeable about Korean history and fun to spend the day with. She made sure we had a front row position for the changing of the guard, took us to the top of the tower and made sure we had a delicious authentic lunch. Her van had fantastic air conditioning for a hot June day and I do not know how she manages to drive in the traffic! I highly recommend her as she will make sure you see what you want and that you don’t miss anything. She will also make sure you get amazing photos of your day.
Brian was flexible and accommodating. Offered to take pictures of our family without being asked. He also gave my son tips on taking photos of landmarks. Sites were great and lunch was too! Highly recommend this tour.
We enjoyed this tour thoroughly. Brian shared a lot of information about the history of Seoul and culture. He also made sure we take the best pictures throughout our tour. We highly recommend this experience.
Jin was so sweet, kind, and hospitable. She explained every tour spot thoroughly and gave us time to walk around and shop. She had umbrellas and waters to keep us cool during the humid, sunny weather. Jin also recommended a delicious place for lunch. She took us to explore amazing places in Seoul, and even treated us to a snack. Thank you so much Jin for making our experience comfortable and smooth. We appreciate you so much.
Amazing trip and Jin was an expert guide — knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and organized. She took us to all of the highlight spots, let us take our time when we wanted to see more, and also was a great photographer! Sights were incredible and we learned so much! 10/10
We had an excellent experience with our tour guide, Brian. We felt that we spent a day with a friend showing us his city and educating us on the wonders of Seoul. We thank you!
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Brian. He was extremely knowledgeable, courteous, and professional, while also having a wonderful sense of humor that made the day even more enjoyable. Brian was flexible with the itinerary and went above and beyond by taking us to many interesting places, allowing us to experience more than we expected. His expertise, friendliness, and attention to detail made for an exceptional experience. We truly enjoyed our day with him and would highly recommend booking a tour with Brian. He was outstanding, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Brian. He was extremely knowledgeable, courteous, and professional, while also having a wonderful sense of humor that made the day even more enjoyable. Brian was flexible with the itinerary and went above and beyond by taking us to many interesting places, allowing us to experience more than we expected. His expertise, friendliness, and attention to detail made for an exceptional experience. We truly enjoyed our day with him and would highly recommend booking a tour with Brian. He was outstanding, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
Our experience with Brian was fantastic! He was thoughtful, kind, very informative, and well-versed in Korean history. The pace of the tour was perfect. It allowed us to ask questions, slow down when we needed to, and he was very helpful in identifying areas where we can take the perfect pictures. The van was clean and cool. Lunch was delicious and local. Didn’t feel too touristy. This tour overall was well thought out, efficient and we enjoyed our time with Brian.
