Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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On this tour, you will visit the Buddhist temple in the city, the Presidential Blue House Square and Gyeongbokgung Palace for 3.5 hours with a small group. First, you will visit Jogyesa temple that represents Buddhism in Seoul and pass by the Cheongwadae, the Presidential Blue House, that symbol of with blue tiles and move on to Gwanghwamun Gate to see the royal guard changing ceremony. After the ceremony, you will explore Gyeongbokgung Palace that is also referred to as the northern palace. Also you will visit a museum called the National Folk Museum, where you can see how Koreans from a few centuries ago lived.
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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for participants with back problems or heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
This tour is proceeding with minimum 2 people and if the participants number is below it, the tour can be cancelled.
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.
What To Expect
Jogyesa Temple
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, and you will see Jogyesa Temple. The first things you will notice at the temple are the lovely trees. These locust trees and baeksong trees in front of the Daeungjeon, the main temple building, are about 500 years old.
Gwanghwamun Gate
Keep your camera handy for the changing of the guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate.
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Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Hotel pickup in Central Seoul
All Fees and Taxes
Food
Hotel drop-off
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
81 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
very good
aidanl662,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it was very fun and i learned a lot from this tour
Great day in the city
Laurie K,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good overview of the city , informative tour of the two palaces
Palace visit
ramon H,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great understanding of the Korean history and culture. I wish we would have rented the costumes to walk around the palace grounds- although the people wearing the garments looked pretty hot. Overall, great experience and the communication was not an issue. Thanks
One of the best tour with Mr. Eddie
Teri W,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Highly recommended. Mr. Eddie explained very well and gave us great information. He was very attentive and I appreciate it very much. I would love to have the opportunity for Mr. Eddie to be my guide again in the future.
thank you korea
481irisha,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00the tour is amazing and rich in culture the guide was astounding and very friendly
Amazing
vanh694,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow what a morning tour with our guide BK, We learned so much history of this country Korea, I definitely recommend this half day tour if your first time in Seoul.
Excellent tour. Hee so is...
Violeta R,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Hee so is nice and friendly. Our driver Mr. Gilbert is friendly too. We will recommend it to friends and family if they come and visit Korea.
Seoul Palace and Temple
Thad S,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Eddie did a great job especially since we had a rainy day! Very friendly and helpful! We would highly recommend.
Excellent in every respect.
Deborah K,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide, Eddie, was informative, friendly and very mindful of our comfort and safety. Brilliant!
The tour was well planned...
Amit T,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was well planned and paced. Would recommend the half day tour to those who didnt want a deep dive
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