Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Overview
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4 hours
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Explore Highlights of Seoul
Discover the beauty of Seoul with a professional guide. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony.
Walk through Hanok Village(Bukchon or Namsangol) 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) ▶ War Memorial of Korea ▶ Jogyesa Temple ▶ Tapgol Park ▶ Myeongdong Cathedral(Drop-off)
**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
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
Visit Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village (depending on the selected option)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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 or Namsangol Hanok Village, where you can see traditional Korean houses called hanok. These villages are popular spots for taking beautiful photos of hanok architecture. You will visit one of these villages based on the option you selected.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Admission fees
Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village (depending on the selected option)
Transport by air-conditioned minivan or coach
Food and drinks
Hotel Pick up & Drop off (Dismissed at Gwangjang Market)
Personal Expenses
Travel insurance
Options
Full-Day, Group(Namsangol)
Full-day Tour Course: ▶ Lunch time(Own expenses) ▶ The War Memorial of Korea ▶ Jogyesa Temple ▶ Tapgol Park
Namsangol Hanok Village: This option includes Namsangol Hanok Village
Lottery: Lottery will be offered on Tapgol Park(Squid Game Season 2, Episode 1 filmed)
Tour Ends at Myeongdong Cathedral
Full-Day, Small-Group(Bukchon)
Full-day Tour Course: ▶ Lunch time(Own expenses) ▶ The War Memorial of Korea ▶ Jogyesa Temple ▶ Tapgol Park
Bukchon Hanok Village: Visit Bukchon Hanok Village instead of Namsangol Hanok Village.
Lottery: Lottery will be offered on Tapgol Park(Squid Game Season 2, Episode 1 filmed)
Tour Ends at Myeongdong Cathedral
Half-Day, Group(Namsangol)
Namsangol Hanok Village: Includes Namsangol Hanok Village
Half-Day, Small-Group(Bukchon)
Bukchon Hanok Village: Visit Bukchon Hanok Village instead of Namsangol Hanok Village.
Reviews
1,242 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour!!!! 10/10
Michelle O,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Grace was such an amazing guide! I will definitely come back and enjoy her vibe, very knowledgeable.
Great tour of the palace and city.
bryona604,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grace was very knowledgeable and fun!
Awesome tour!
175terriec,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chloe was amazing! Very informative and funny! Would highly reccomend! One of the best tours i havs been on. Shout out to the bus driver fir doung a fantastic job navigating traffic due to BTS concert
Outstanding tour guide and driver
kennethlW2821BI,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour guide and the driver always on time. Chloe explanation for the tours was very very good.
Nice tour guide, Chloe
reginaldb315,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice experience. It's so cold.
Informative Tour
lloydcE8823NU,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide is very knowledgable
Exploring Seoul with Sophie
M123456789123456789,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great Seoul city tour with Sophie. With lots of energy and a fun spirit, she showed us the most important hotspots of Seoul – and, as a nice extra, took some really great photos along the way. Highly recommended!
Perfect start to Seoul trip
mheadrick,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sophie was excellent! 10/10!
Great half day trip in Seoul
katherineeY6931GW,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Henry was great. Shared lots of information and was super informative
Shin good
898enesy,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00shin kind, shin informative, shin sexy, shin smart
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