Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Overview
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4 hours
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Explore Northern Seoul
Discover the beauty of northern Seoul with a professional guide. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony.
Walk through Bukchon Hanok Village and snap photos of traditional Korean houses.
Enjoy panoramic city views from Bugak Skyway, surrounded by mountains.
Wrap up the tour with local flavors at Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and most popular markets.
If you choose Full-day Tour, the tour Includes lunch time(own expenses) ▶ Changdeokgung Palace(Mon: Jongmyo) ▶ Insadong ▶ Namdaemun Markget ▶ Myeongdong
**All the participants should be at the designated departure point, Myeongdong Station #10
**To avoid traffic jam in the morning, we recommend using metro(subway) for transportation to the meeting point
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour requires 2 people minimum to book
Private tour is not managed for now
This tour will take place rain or shine.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Hanbok rental time is not offered
Meeting at Gyeongbokgung Palace, joining the tour after it has started, or contacting the guide once the tour is in progress is NOT permitted
We recommend using the subway (metro) for convenient access
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Admission fees
Transport by air-conditioned minivan or coach
Food and drinks
Hotel Pick up & Drop off (Dismissed at Gwangjang Market)
Personal Expenses
What To Expect
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the most beautiful and largest palace in Seoul. You can also enjoy The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village where you can see a Korean traditional house called Hanok. This village is popular for taking beautiful pictures of Hanok.
Options
Half-day Tour
Full-day tour
Full-day Tour Course: ▶Lunch time(Own expenses)▶The War Memorial of Korea▶National Museum of Korean Contemporary History▶Jogyesa Temple▶Tapgol Park
Lottery: Lottery will be offered on Tapgol Park(Squid Game Season 2, Episode 1 filmed)
Tour Ends at Myeongdong Cathedral
Reviews
725 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Seoul highlights in a half day
LizT457,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chloe’s the best tour guide! She exceeded our expectations of this half day tour. Very engaged and kept our attention by providing the history and significance of each stop. She added humor to her dialogue and seemed to keep everyone engaged with her. The pace of the tour was just right. And she offered to take photos for those who were interested. All in all a great way to be introduced to Seoul . Thank you Chloe!
Wonderful
709dalilao,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Henry!! Is very great very straight to the point tells you a lot about Korean culture super great funny amazing guy just he does make it very clear we are on a time schedule so snap your pictures really quick and go! Thank you Henry for everything you are amazing!
Very nice experience - certainly recommended.
I4880LWandreasa,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very nice tour and relatively quick if you have limited time. Grace was excellent, knowledgeable and very friendly and would recommend it.
Wholesome experience of South Korean culture
Go20304186787,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Grace was very helpful We had a very nice trip. She was full of energy, explained about every tourists attraction . The history and culture of south korea was very well explained by Grace She is a very good tour guide
SEOUL City Tour
658gunjang,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with Grace. They were punctual, organized, and clearly passionate about their work. Their deep knowledge of the history and culture brought each location to life. They also ensured everyone in the group was comfortable and engaged throughout. I’d definitely book another tour with them
Seoul tour
snehasO7877VG,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very good. Our tour guide Grace made it more memorable with her and stories made it unforgettable. She was such a lovely guide, and I had a great time exploring with everyone.
Great tour
jeaniec626,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice comprehensive tour with Sunny. She was very accommodating and provided a cheerful tour with Korean hospitality.
Visit of korean places
sharujanr2025,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to allow us to discover korean culture like Gyeongbok Palace , Gwangjang tour and bukchon village. I recommand you to take Sunny if you want to know more about stories of these places
Amazing
Relax14172633371,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The Seoul City Tour was amazing! Our guide has a great energy and told interesting stories about history with modern Seoul tips. Highly recommended experience!
Amazing tour
503jazzl,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sunny is so amazing. The experience is such a beautiful experience that I can’t explain. Nindot siya ug lingaw kaayo bai.
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