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.
Visit the Cheongha Ginseng Museum to explore and shop for ginseng products, known as one of the most effective natural energy boosters and supporters of the immune system.
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
Admission fees
Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village (depending on the selected option)
Transport by air-conditioned minivan or coach
Professional English guide
Food and drinks
Hotel Pick up & Drop off (Dismissed at Gwangjang Market)
Personal Expenses
Travel insurance
Options
Half-Day, Group(Namsangol)
Namsangol Hanok Village: Includes Namsangol Hanok Village
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
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
Half-Day, Small-Group(Bukchon)
Bukchon Hanok Village: Visit Bukchon Hanok Village instead of Namsangol Hanok Village.
Reviews
1,671 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Chloe’s Seoul Tour!
JoshBNYC,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chloe was a great tour guide. Very energetic and funny, made the experience very enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Sophie is Super!
pauliney700,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the half day tour and really enjoyed how many sights to see in 4 hours with a smaller group, our guide Sophie was very sweet and superb. She was very thoughtful and personable. Highly recommend
Very complete, diverse...
Paul R,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very complete, diverse and instructive with friendly and knowledgeable guide, Leo. Nice mix of history, food and sightseeing
Leo Incredible Guide
O1518XSliamr,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leo was an absolutely excellent and thorough tour guide who brought us to a plethora of spots, all of which I enjoyed greatly. His wealth of knowledge combined with his visual aids helped add story and depth to all the locations we visited. He was incredibly knowleagable not just about the places we visited and Korean history, but also about Korean culture and general and random Korean facts. Finally, Leo had an infectious, goofy energy that kept me engaged and interested. He made it a fantastic experience!!
Very great tour in Seoul!
GrandTour12672776605,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leo is da GOAT (greatest of all time) he is literally the son heung min of tour guides!! Except he would never sellout to the Los Angeles Football Club! He gave so much useful information about history, castles, ginseng, politics and much more. He is very well dressed and well spoken as well. I like his hat very distinguished. I would love to come back again!!!!
Leo was great! He was informative and kept us entertained for hours! Our family of five adults all loved the tour!!
Suzanne B,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! We all loved it! A must do!
Leo is the best
annalH1901KI,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Leo is the best! Very charming and funny. We had a great time.
Interesting tour
Maile C,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family really enjoyed this tour! Our host, Chloe, was very knowledgeable and kept the vibes upbeat despite the constant downpour of rain throughout the entire tour. Each location was interesting, including the ginseng museum which we thought was just going to be a spot to fill time. Definitely book this tour and hole you get Chloe!
Exceptional value for money!
David G,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is an excellent way to see lots of sights in a short amount of time, and I really appreciated the variety of locations visited. The highlight, however, was definitely our guide Chloe! She was warm, friendly, knowledgeable and very funny. I learned a lot about Korean history and culture from her. She really made the tour special. Highly recommended!
Great & fun Experience
jackrS2616MI,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chloe, our tour guide, was great! She was funny and gave great insight into South Korea! I would recommend to a friend
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