Seoul City Full Day Tour - Changdeok Palace (wearing Hanbok)
Overview
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7 hours
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Seoul City Tour – Course Overview
Our Seoul Day Tour is a complete experience, guiding you through the most impressive landmarks in town, introducing you to some popular Korean tasty treats and allowing for plenty of shopping time.
Wearing the Hanbok - Changdeok Palace - Bukchon Hanok Village - Insadong (Free time for lunch) - Jogyesa Temple - Kwangjang Market - Drop off City Hall or Myeongdong
Don’t miss the chance to explore Seoul, South Korea’s vibrant capital on our Seoul City Tour! You will discover a mix of art, delicious cuisine, tradition, natural beauty, and a deeper understanding of culture. This is a wonderful opportunity to create lifetime memories with your loved ones!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children age 2 and younger are free of charge
ADDITIONAL DETAILS / Pick up point will be main Subway Station or hotel in downtown area.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
3355 Hanbok Rental Bukchon Hanok Village
Wear a Hanbok Experience – Dress to Impress During our Seoul Full Day Traditional & Cultural Experience (wearing Hanbok) in Seoul, you will have the chance to fully dive into the authentic environment by wearing a Hanbok. A Hanbok is a form of traditional Korean dress available for both men and women that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty. The attire is semi-formal and is usually worn during celebrations and festivals. What makes Habnok really beautiful is its vibrant colors such as blue, purple, red, and gold. There are no pockets which make the dress simple and elegant. On our trip, the ladies will have the chance to wear a queen’s hair style as well which is a special wig that used to be worn centuries ago. Make sure to have a camera handy to snap some fantastic holiday photos you can share with your friends and family!
Changdeokgung Palace
Changdeok Palace – Discover the Joseon Dynasty’s Favorite Palace Our tour begins at one of the Five Grand Palaces, Changdeok, which was, in fact, the Joseon kings’ favorite. The palace is effortlessly nestled within a natural park, surrounded by a tranquil lake and beautiful trees. Allow yourself to take a photo for a quick moment. You will enter Changdeok Palace through the Donhwamun Gate which was burned down in 1592 and beautifully restored in 1608. Then, you will see Geumcheongyo Bridge which is the oldest in all of Seoul! Next ahead of you will be Injeongjeon Hall which is where the most important state banquets and events were held. Make sure to pay special attention to Huijeongdang Hall – the royal bedchamber. This room burned down in a fire and was rebuilt, featuring wooden floorboards and carpets, glass windows, and chandeliers that make it stylistically different from any other room in the palace.
What‘s Included
Professional Tour Guide (English or Chinese)
Hotel Pick up Service (Pick up point will be main Subway Station or hotel in downtown area.)
Transportation
Gratuities
Lunch
Hotel Drop Off Service
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Option 1
Pickup included
Reviews
59 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great introduction to Seoul and its people in a day.
Wanderer49874507114,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thorough and interesting visits to Seoul highlights. Historical sites are highlighted and the tower visit provides an exceptional scenic view of this very large city. Despite the global importance of ginseng I would have preferred to spend no time at the Ginseng Centre in favour of more time at other non-commercial sites. Alice demonstrated broad knowledge of the sites visited as well as Korean culture and thus provided an excellent window on the city and its people. She was very pleasant and patient with our group throughout the tour.
Diane was amazing
stephanievU9881SI,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diane was absolutely amazing. There were a few people with us who disappeared and had issues during the excursion, and she was absolutely fantastic woth navigating the changes. Other than GinWorldArt (she didn't run that tour) it was fantastic.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five-Star Review for Jenny – VIP Travel Korea
N8604KMangelr,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five-Star Review for Jenny – VIP Travel Korea Jenny was absolutely amazing! From the moment our tour started, she made us feel welcomed, comfortable, and excited to explore. Her knowledge of Korea’s history, culture, and local spots was impressive, and she explained everything in a way that was fun and easy to understand. She went above and beyond to make sure my wife and I had a great experience — helping us navigate places smoothly, recommending fantastic food spots, and making sure we saw the best highlights without feeling rushed. Her energy, professionalism, and warm personality made the whole tour feel personal and special. If you’re booking with VIP Travel, ask for Jenny. She truly made our Korea trip unforgettable. Highly recommended!
Truly an amazing experience.
JG952,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly an amazing experience. Jenny, our tour guide, is knowledgeable and personable. Great experience for family, couples or solo travelers.
great seoul city tour
leiqiao1980,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ms K is a wonderful guide who is knowledgeable on everything. appreciate her effort today, i had a great day trip during my first time visit to seoul.
All day city tour
282carolr,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On our tour we visited a Buddhist temple, the folk museum, the Palace, etc. we learned about the Korean customs and ancient practices. Kay was pleasant and informative.
Great way to rent hanok and see cultural sites in one day.
CBBinDC,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great way to see palace and made the hanok rental easy. Very comfy van with only one other couple which was great. English speaking tour guide. Easy pickup at hotel.
We had an amazing...
Sherille D,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience with Lina as our tour guide in Korea! She was very patient, extremely knowledgeable, and made every part of the tour both fun and insightful. Lina was also friendly and approachable, which made it easy to ask questions and really enjoy the day. She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. She took lots of pictures of us and even covered additional cost of my hanbok accessories as a birthday gift! Highly recommend to book this tour to see Changdeok Palace, Bukchon Village, and the Ginseng Museum while wearing a traditional hanbok. Additional, she took us to Insadong and made great suggestions for lunch and snack at Gwangjang market.
Great tour, Alex is a nice guide
manushb,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great, I can recommend the tour and the Tourguide Alex was fun. The stops had a reasonable length and it was well explained.
Thank you, Alice and VIP tours
GEETANJALI F,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Alice was fantastic. She accompanied us everywhere explain to us in detail of the places. Even the driver Charlie was very helpful.
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