Deoksugung & Jeongdong-gil: A Walk in Korea's Rich Heritage

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

● Learn about late 19th-early 20th century Korean history.

● Engage with a local guide, fostering a deeper connection to the community and its living heritage.

● Experience the juxtaposition of historic and modern, traditional- and Western-style landmarks, that define Seoul's dynamic spirit.

● Immerse yourself in the essence of South Korea, creating a lasting connection to its vibrant past and present.

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Profession English Tour Guide

Lunch

Other personal consumption

What To Expect

Deoksugung

Deoksugung Palace, also known as Gyeongun-gung, is a beautiful and historically significant palace located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. It was built during the Joseon Dynasty and served as the residence of various members of the royal family throughout its history. Deoksugung Palace is unique in that it has a mix of traditional Korean architecture and Western-style buildings, which were added during the Japanese occupation of Korea. The palace is also known for its beautiful gardens, including a stone-wall road lined with pine trees and a lotus pond. Today, Deoksugung Palace is open to the public as a museum and cultural site, with various exhibitions and cultural events held throughout the year. Visitors can explore the palace grounds, learn about its history and significance, and experience traditional Korean culture.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Gyeonghuigung Palace

Gyonghuigung Palace, also known as Gyeonghui Palace, is a historic palace located in the Jongno-gu district of Seoul, South Korea. It was originally built in 1623 during the Joseon Dynasty as the residence of King Gwanghaegun's father, but was later destroyed during the Japanese invasions of Korea in the late 16th century. The palace was rebuilt in 1867 during the reign of King Gojong and served as the secondary palace for the royal family. It was also used as a military headquarters during the Japanese colonial period and suffered significant damage during the Korean War.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Departure at 9:30AM

Depart fr City Hall Station: In front of Deoksugung Palace Ticket office, Exit 2 of City Hall Station and walk straight about 2 mins

Reviews

5.00

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful introduction to Seoul
Karen C,
Aug 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sam was a wonderful tour guide. He provided a fun and informative tour. This walking tour gave us a sense of Seoul’s history and was a good introduction to Seoul.
Excellent walking tour with Henry.
Roam651907,
Dec 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did this tour today. Despite rain throughout, We found this to be an enjoyable and interesting tour due to our excellent guide Henry. Henry is so knowledgable providing us with history, meanings and interesting tidbits at every site we visited. This tour takes in Deoksugung Palace, several museums and historically significant landmarks and buildings in 3 hours. The pace is unhurried and the walking is easy. This tour is worth doing.
Seoul Walking Tour
151sophiao,
Sep 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Seoul Walking Tour was a very interesting experience! Our guide, Henry had a good command of english and shared alot of interesting anecdotes. Both of us thoroughly enjoyed it as we got to walk some areas not usually patronised by tourists. We trawled quite a number of Museums as well such as the Seoul Museum of Art (previously the Supreme Court), the Modern Education Museum, saw the old newpaper printing press building & saw mock ups of life in the 1960s/70s. Would definitely recommend if walking is your thing and you want a different view of an otherwise typical Asian city.
Understanding Seoul History
829andryp,
Sep 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide, Henry Park, was very warm and welcoming. He started his tour drom Deoksugung Palace, then walked around the city, visiting various historical landmark. Through his explanation, we could appreciate Seoul more..where old and new co-exist together. He has very good command of english. I recommend him if you would like to have this tour for your trip.
Great
315mmjj123,
May 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you want to know more about Korean history, I very much recommend this tour to you~~ Please don't miss it!!
Good experence~
joyceyanpk,
Apr 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It really was a good time for me~~ guides are very professional and taught me so much about Korean culture. Also learned a lot about Korean history!! Good experience for me on this Korea trip, worth to join it.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Great Experience and learn a lot of Korean culture
celineelynn,
Apr 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour guide was very friendly and shared a lot of Korean culture, politics and some culture that most people might not even know about it. If you want to experience real Korean culture and know more about this country and local people, please do not hesitate to join this tour.
Just only one world! Amazing!!!
Inspire34855538156,
Apr 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is the first time for me to travel Korea!!! If you’re just like me is first visiting Korea, please that me suggest you to join this trip!! Only 3hr you can not only travel around almost famous palace in Seoul but also you can have some local and interesting knowledge of Korean’s lifestyle knowledge! If you’re also loving this kind of travel, must join this tour!!!
Excellent Tour!
miriamchan1122,
Apr 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent Tour with good arrangement, profession guide who told us many interesting story about Korea culture, history and foods!! This is really what I want to know when I doing a trip! Super suggest to join and really worth to spend 3 hours with this tour. :)