Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Description
Explore Highlights of Seoul Discover the beauty of Seoul with a professional guide. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Walk through Hanok Village(Bukchon or Namsangol) and snap photos of traditional Korean houses. Visit the Cheongha Ginseng Museum to explore and shop for ginseng products, known as one of the most effective natural energy boosters and supporters of the immune system. Enjoy panoramic city views from Bugak Skyway, surrounded by mountains. Wrap up the tour with local flavors at Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and most popular markets. If you choose Full-day Tour, the tour Includes lunch time(own expenses) ▶ War Memorial of Korea ▶ Jogyesa Temple ▶ Tapgol Park ▶ Myeongdong Cathedral(Drop-off) **All the participants should be at the designated departure point, Myeongdong Station #10 **To avoid traffic jam in the morning, we recommend using metro(subway) for transportation to the meeting point
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Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the most beautiful and largest palace in Seoul. You can also enjoy The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village, where you can see traditional Korean houses called hanok. These villages are popular spots for taking beautiful photos of hanok architecture. You will visit one of these villages based on the option you selected.
Bugak Palgakjeong, also known as the Bugak Pavilion, you'll be captivated by the stunning panoramic views of Seoul. This tranquil pavilion is nestled on the slopes of Bugaksan Mountain, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling city below. Take some time to absorb the beauty of the landscape and capture some incredible photographs.
Ginseng is first mentioned in “Ji Jiu Zhang” during Han dynasty of China as herb used widely in the orient for so many diseases and ailments. It is a plant which had been regarded as a panacea, a cure all. In the studies, Korean ginseng shows best performances in adaptogenic properties.
Tour will ends here, Gwangjang Market. You can taste various food in the market.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour requires 2 people minimum to book
- Private tour is not managed
- This tour will take place rain or shine.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Hanbok rental time is not offered
- Meeting at Gyeongbokgung Palace, joining the tour after it has started, or contacting the guide once the tour is in progress is NOT permitted
- We recommend using the subway (metro) for convenient access
- Visit Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village (depending on the selected option)
Reviews(2,207)
Leo was a fantastic tour guide! I enjoyed the visit and the different stops including learning about ginseng. I recommend!
I had such a wonderful experience with Sophie in Seoul! She was incredibly friendly, warm, and welcoming, but also very efficient and organised. She managed our time so well, making sure we could see and experience as much as possible without ever feeling rushed. She shared so much about Korean culture and made the whole experience feel like exploring Seoul with a local friend. I would highly recommend Sophie to anyone visiting Seoul! 🇰🇷✨
Chloe is AWESOME. So informative, funny and patient. She put SO much energy into our tour. Lots of energy!
Chloe was excellent. Great experience. The vehicle was great too. Great to learn about Korea
Good trip with fun locations and a nice worker (Chloe)
Very very very, very good guide very experienced and a professional
Sunny was a great guide. The tour was great ! Great information shared by the tour guide about the history of South Korea. I will definitely go on the store again.
Sunny was an excellent guide. Knowledge and patient. The tour was just the right amount of time. Didn’t want to do a whole day tour and this was just right!
Very good expérience. Chloé is very good guide, she's funny and answers every questions that we asked.
Had a great time with Chloe as our guide. Very kind and helpful. She played some k pop music for us when we were going up the mountain. Very funny moment.
