Seoul City Private Full-Day Tour Including Lunch
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
The country of the morning calm is full of history, and its capital, Seoul, abounds with authentic treasures. Join this 8-hour private tour to discover some of the most renowned gems of South Korean culture. From the great palaces to the N Tower, this tour will lead you through the ages to discover the old & the brand new capital.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional costs may apply for gluten-free, vegan, or halal food requests.
Pick-up is only available in central Seoul, and additional charges may apply for distant areas such as Gangnam.
The tour is conducted by a driver-guide and requires a certain level of physical fitness due to extensive walking.
For groups of 8 or more, if a larger vehicle is needed, a dedicated driver will be assigned, which may result in an increase in the price. Please contact us for more details.
If you require VIP options, need a larger vehicle for groups of 5 or more, or prefer minimal walking, please contact us to discuss an upgrade. Please note that these options may incur additional costs.
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is closed on every Tuesday. Instead, you will visit Changdeokgung Palace
Royal Guard Changing Ceremony may not available during rainy days or typhoons (Bad weather)
Tour duration can be adjust depends on weather, traffic or personal reasons
What To Expect
Gwanghwamun Gate
The southern gate of Gyeongbokgung
Gyeongbokgung Palace
See the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony and then visit the palace, this palace is filled with the smell of spring flowers, fresh phytoncide of green trees, yellow and orange autumn foliage and white snow depending on the season. (On Tuesday, we visit Changdeokgung Palace instead.)
Options
Price for 2~8 people
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Lunch (Korean food)
Private transport with hotel pick up & drop off
English speaking driver guide
Fee for observatory of N Seoul tower (optional)
Cable car for N Seoul tower (optional)
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
513 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must-do tour of Seoul!
Jmh321,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian was our tour guide, and he was marvelous! He picked us up right at our Airbnb, and showed us many sites in the city, including the palaces. Brian knew exactly where we should stand so that we could have the best viewing to take the best videos and pictures. We were traveling with an older person and another person with a bad knee and Brian was flexible with the itinerary. He permitted us breaks to rest whenever we needed it. He also adjusted the itinerary to minimize walking. I would definitely recommend this tour for the personable character and knowledge of the tour guide. He taught us all about the history and the culture of Korea. Thank you for an outstanding tour, Brian!
Great tour of Seoul
Diane S,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great day. Our guide Jin was amazing, she took such good care of us, even bring frozen water bottles for us to hen she saw how hot it was going to be. Truly a great experience!
An Amazing Tour with Jin
Travis H,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an AMAZING tour with Jin as our guide. She is so sweet. We saw a beautiful palace with a really long name, a history museum, the village outside of the palace, ate lunch at an authentic Korean restaurant, saw an amazing street market, A buddist temple during lantern season, and finished off with a view of the city from atop a mountain. Jin was very knowledgeable and courteous. She even took us to a money exchange store on request. All in all, a great tour.
Highly recommended visit!
Danielle D,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful city tour in Seoul with our guide Jin. Her English was excellent, which made everything easy to understand and very enjoyable. The tour was interesting and well organized, with great places to visit and learn about. We also had a nice lunch during the day. Jin shared a lot of knowledge about the city, history, and culture, and we learned so much. Highly recommended!
Incredible experience all around!
michaelsZ3833PU,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience. Brian was the ideal tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about every location and was able to answer all of our questions without hesitation. He made us feel very comfortable and kept a great pace all day. This is exactly what I look for when I book a tour. Absolutely worth the price. Thanks Brian!
All day tour of seoul
Dream227387,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was outstanding. We could not have asked for a better tour or tour guide. Brian was so amazing. He was patient, and so knowledgeable about the history and even the current times. He knew all of the great places to go. He takes care of everything, all we had to do was follow him. The restaurant that Brian took us to, was delicious. It was great to experience real authentic Korean food. Talking with Brian was like talking with your best friend. He made us feel so comfortable and at ease. I highly recommend getting the private tour. It is worth every penny. Thank you Brian for making today so special for me, my wife and my sister.
Best way to spend a day in Seoul.
Nancy B,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience with Brian as our guide. He paid attention to our special needs and made sure we had a positive experience. We learned a lot about Korean history.
Best day ever
kendallc889,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I could not think of a better day in Seoul! Seriously had the best day with the best guide, Brian. He was so knowledgeable about all the stops on the tour and had a great attitude. I would strongly recommend this tour. Tour company was very fast and professional with communication as well. Book it now!!!
A Korean immersion
Kevin J,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brian was amazing. By the end of the day, it felt like I made a new friend. This was sight seeing, of course, but also learning about Korean culture. He invited all questions. For the palace, he took us to a Birds Eye view from another building. Then he timed our visit perfectly and had us stand where we had the best view.
Excellent full day tour.
nanialei,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian is an exceptional guide, very knowledgeable with a great personality. We did a private tour and were able to go at our own pace and saw everything we hoped to experience. We can’t wait to return and I will definitely request Brian when we book our next adventure.
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