Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Overview
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7 hours 30 minutes
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Our Seoul City Tour is a complete and effortless experience. Just be sure to have your camera charged because you’re about to go on an unforgettable Seoul City Tour journey! You will be in the capable hands of our licensed tour guide who is available to answer any questions at any point, so feel free to ask away on Seoul City Tour!
One of the first stops on our Seoul tour will be the Changing of the Guard Ceremony which is a beloved old tradition. Then, we will visit one of Seoul’s main palaces – Gyeongbok Palace which is home to thousands of years worth of history and has survived many turbulent events.
After taking a lunch break, we’ll continue with our Seoul City Tour by heading over to two local markets – Insadong Arts and Crafts Market, and Namdaemun Market. Here, you can find beautiful local treasures to bring home to your loved ones and sample quirky little snacks and Korean street food.
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
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Seoul
We provide free hotel pickup from a list of selected hotels in Seoul as well as two convenient meeting points in downtown Seoul. These are Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 9) and Seoul City Hall Subway Station (Exit 6). Here you can meet your lovely tour guide and our comfortable Seoul City Sightseeing tour bus. Please aim to arrive around 10-15 minutes early, in case of any delays, and to ensure you find your way to the meeting point on time.
Cheonggyecheon Stream
Cheonggyecheon is a beautifully restored 11-kilometer urban stream that runs through the heart of Seoul, offering a serene oasis amidst the bustling city. Once buried under concrete, it was revitalized in 2005 into a vibrant public space with walkways, bridges, and greenery, perfect for leisurely strolls or cultural events. This iconic waterway blends history, nature, and modern urban life.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Free Pickup Service from Hotel in Downtown
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional guide(English or Chinese)
N Seoul Tower - Only Round Trip Cable Car included
Hotel drop-off
Guide will recommend the best restaurants and menu
Every Tuesday Gyeongbok Palace, Changing of the Guard Ceremony & National Folk Museum are closed.
Wednesday-Monday: Changdeok Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village are not included in the tour
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Pickup included
Best Seoul City Half Day Tour
Duration: 3 hours: Jogyesa Temple - Guard Ceremony - Gyeongbok Palace - National Folk Museum - Pass by Blue House - Ginseng Museum Mini Van / Mini Bus / Big Bus Half Day City Tour Option: Jogyesa Temple - Guard Ceremony - Gyeongbok Palace - National Folk Museum - Pass by Blue House - Ginseng Museum Pickup included
Reviews
1,928 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing First-Time Seoul Experience with Ray
TravelLoveFood10,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience with Ray. He was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole tour really fun and easygoing. Learned a lot about Seoul’s history, culture, and local spots that I probably would’ve missed on my own. Would definitely recommend him to anyone visiting Seoul for the first time.
I recommend this tour.
stevendM752YE,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Went to a lot of places. Didn’t spend long at each stop… Felt rushed. Additionally, some of the stops were just trying to sell us stuff or they hoped we would buy things. It could have cut out some of the stops so we could spend longer at the good locations. Walked a lot & the bus was super nice. Our tour guide “K,” was knowledgeable & awesome! Overall, it was fun and worth it.
Great Tour for a Broad City Overview
I8904WJrl,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good broad brush look at the city. Great for adults. Would not recommend for young children but it is family doable. “K” our tour leader did a great job and made the tour interesting packing in 8 venues very efficiently on a busy day. Bus services got us where we needed to be. Seoul Tower, market streets, the Gyeongbok Palace and changing of the guards. We had a good time. Recommend.
Very impressed with this tour
mckennad159,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was so much fun. Our tour guide explained everything really well and spoke great English. We learned a lot of the history of Seoul and traditions surrounding the palace. All the stops on the tour are good places to visit in Korea. I’m glad we had a tour guide or else it would not have been as fun or easy to go visit.
Great day
kristenhJ3119GI,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice variety of experiences. I could’ve skipped the ginseng tour, but the rest was pretty great.
Fun Day with K
AnitaS895,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day touring with K! Fun seeing the sights and sounds of Seoul!
Wonderful!
Laura F,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour! Gabby is a fabulous tour guide. Highly recommend. Great highlights tour of Seoul, South Korea!
Gabby was awesome
michellenD5149FD,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gabby was absolutely fantastic! She spoke clearly and loudly so everyone could hear, kept us engaged all day long, and made the entire tour enjoyable from start to finish. She was incredibly knowledgeable, very friendly, and had such a great sense of humor. On top of that, she was as sweet as could be. One of the best tour guides we’ve ever had — highly recommend!
Memorable first time in Seoul
berty76,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Diane, did an amazing job and made our trip much more memorable. She guided us through different parts of the city in way that felt organized but still relaxed, so we never felt rushed or confused. One thing we really appreciated was how much effort she put into taking pictures of us. She knew the best photo spots, helped us get good angles, and make sure we had beautiful memories from the tour. She also gave us great restaurant recommendations, which made the experience even better. We were able to enjoy local food and places that matched what we were looking for. Overall, our guide was knowledgeable, thoughtful and professional. I would highly recommend this tour guide to anyone visiting Seoul, especially if you want someone who is helpful, friendly, and truly cares about giving you a great experience.
Lina our tour guide was...
Taylor F,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Lina our tour guide was great! We were disappointed to not be able to go up cable car to Namsam Tower, but the rest of the tour was wonderful!
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