Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village
Overview
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8 hours
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Get an excellent overview of Seoul on this flexible sightseeing tour of the city's top attractions, with the option to choose either a half-day or full-day experience to suit your schedule. With a knowledgeable guide, you'll visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and the National Folk Museum of Korea; watch the Changing of the Guard at Gwanghwamun Gate; and drive by the Blue House (Cheongwadae). Visit a ginseng center and gain insight into Korea’s rich culture and history.
If you choose the full-day option, continue to explore Insadong, enjoy time at N Seoul Tower with panoramic city views, and stroll through Namsangol Hanok Village. Both options conclude with drop-off in Myeongdong.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved; it is recommended that you wear good walking shoes
Please note: On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namsangol Hanok Village is closed; if this is the case, you will visit Deoksu Palace, and Myeongdong instead
Depending on which option you chose (half day or full day) tour schcedule will be different
1 of the shopping centers are included (Ginseng Center)
Tuesdays : Gyeongbok Palace is closed so, we will visit to Deoksu Palace
Mondays : Namsan Hanok Village is closed so, we will visit to Bukchon Hangok Village
This tour is group tour
pick up is ONLY available in downtown Seoul.
Tour Schedule can be changed because of local circumstance or weather.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Jogyesa Temple
[Halfday/Fullday] After morning pickup from your hotel, travel by comfortable coach to your first stop of the day, Jogyesa Temple—the chief temple of Korean Buddhism and a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of bustling Seoul. Admire its beautifully decorated main hall, vibrant lanterns, and ancient trees, while learning about Korea’s Buddhist traditions and daily temple life.
The Blue House
[Halfday/Fullday] Next, drive past the Blue House (Cheongwadae), the presidential residence of South Korea. Nestled at the foot of Mt. Bugaksan, this iconic complex showcases elegant traditional Korean architecture set against a scenic mountain backdrop.
What‘s Included
Admission Fee
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup
Food and drinks
Gratuities
hotel drop off (drop is available myeongdong / city hall / itaewon)
Seoul Tower observatory ticket
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Halfday City Tour
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
;: Jogyesa Temple → Blue House (pass by) → Gwanghwamun Gate → Gyeongbokgung Palace → National Folk Museum → Ginseng center
Pickup included
Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
2,928 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Team Grace - Amazing
Jan B,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour provides a good overview of Seoul. Perfect if you are only there for a few days. Our guide Grace was amazing. I can recommed it.
Great overview
plants,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very comprehensive , informative , well paced and excellent guide . Well worth doing ! Enjoyable day in Seoul
Hazel is very enthusiastic and passionate to tell us all stories! Love her tour guide ! Thank you !
BeautyAmanda,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hazel is very enthusiastic and passionate to tell us all stories! Love her ! Good job!
Hazel is very...
Chau N,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hazel is very knowledgeable, punctual, and friendly. The temple and Palace were amazing! Highly recommend this tour to get an introduction to the customs and sites of Seoul!
Excellent for first timers
John H,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie made it fun. Especially good for our first timers.
Great tour worth the money.
Isabel B,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was amazing! Very personable and entertaining.
Korean city tour
450devinar,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the best experience I have had traveling and getting to know places and Yoon was amazing she sowed us so much and made everything so enjoyable
Perfect
Lorena P,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Omg it was a must have experience Yoon was fantastic very clear with everything, in every spot we when, she was so helpful with any request I have , she took pictures to my family and me I was absolutely delighted with her energy that was totally contagious for sure if I would back to Seoul I would contact her again thank you so much yoon !!🤗
Good start to seoul
NorthStar12613055141,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yoon from Seoul city tours was amazing. She was very informative and always friendly
Good to do, overview of Seoul.
piyushp923,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yoon was very good tour guide.
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