Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Our purpose is to give you an unforgettable local experience, ensuring safety and comfort as you explore Seoul’s most iconic night attractions in one seamless journey.
Begin your evening with a peaceful stroll through Changgyeonggung Palace, where royal stories come alive under the stars and hidden corners invite perfect photo moments.
Then, feel the vibrant energy of Gwangjang Market. Taste over 11 authentic Korean dishes in generous portions, from beloved classics to adventurous specialties like locals!
Between tastings, your guide shares insights into Korean drinking culture. Raise a glass like a local, share laughter, and connect through tradition.
As night deepens, the lanterns of Jogyesa Temple cast a gentle glow over the city, offering a serene contrast to the lively market.
This journey blends history, flavors, and night scenery into one unforgettable memory.
Please inform us of any allergies in advance.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide contact details will be sent at least 10 hours before the tour via platform message or email. Please check them before the meeting.
This tour operates as scheduled even in case of rain or snow. We will only contact you separately if the weather makes it completely impossible to proceed.
A vegan option is available: if you’d like to change to a vegan meal, please pay $10 USD (14,000 KRW) in cash to the guide before the tour starts. (A separate vegetable bibimbap will be provided for each person.)
In Korea, during the summer months (Jun-Aug), the sun sets later, so between 6:00~8:00PM, it may still be bright, unlike what is shown in some photos.
The tour starts with a walk from Hyehwa Station to Changgyeonggung Palace, then continues by vehicle.
Vehicle transportation is provided only for transfers between each attractions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Changgyeonggung Palace
Changgyeonggung Palace has the most beautiful night view among Korean palaces. And why does Changgyeonggung have the saddest story of all palaces in Korea? Listen to the hidden stories with the wonderful night view!
Kwangjang Market
From sipping on the iconic Makgeolli (Korean rice wine) to savoring the delightful Jeon (savory pancakes), every moment spent here offers an extraordinary gastronomic adventure. If you're a daring foodie, try the live octopus, a standout dish famously featured in the movie "Old Boy". Its unique texture and fresh taste create a culinary experience that is both exciting and memorable. Tasting the live octopus offered at the market is a personal choice. And there's more. Get ready to taste four special types of traditional Korean street food, each one a crowd-pleaser at Gwangjang Market. These are not your typical fast food; each dish has a story, every bite is a piece of Korean culture. No visit to Gwangjang Market is complete without trying the popular Kkwabaegi (twisted Korean donuts). These sweet treats are so popular that people line up to get their hands on them. But with our insider tips, you can skip the line and dive straight into this sweet indulgence.
What‘s Included
Transfer between attractions by vehicle
Twisted Donut (Skip Line)
Traditional Korean pancakes, rice wine, and Chopped live octopus, Raw beef
All Entrance Fees
English Special Lisenced Guide
Pick up & Drop off service (Only for Private)
Options
Meet at Hyehwa Station
Start from Palace: Meet at Hyehwa Station Exit 4 and follow the route through Changgyeonggung Palace, Gwangjang Market, and Jogyesa Temple.
Mini bus or Van: Transportation between attractions is provided by vehicle.
Reviews
350 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Korean palace, food market and temple with transportation
Leo S,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you are looking for a guided historical evening combined with a small group visit to a local Korean market then Mr. Lee will provide that for you. After meeting up at a subway station exit our group had mini-bus transportation to a palace, a market and a temple in a 4 hour evening. We had excellent communication in English from our host from his WhatsApp introduction and welcome throughout his historical explanation of the Korean history and culture. He coordinated our food experiences at several stalls in the market which ended with a fresh donut. We did not wait like the others in the long line! Mr. Lee was kind and patient with all members of our group. I would recommend this experience.
Stella was amazing.
F4050DKjoe,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stella was an amazing tour guide. The whole experience was great from palace to temple sight seeing to the amazing food from the markets. Definitely recommend.
I enjoyed this three part...
Jessica D,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed this three part tour, which includes a castle, food market and Buddhist temple. Kay was an informative guide.
Fun night palace and market tour
693willv,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was an absolute blast and our tour guide Stella was amazing! We had a group of 7 people and the tour was about 3 hours. Stella was very accommodating and knowledgeable, she made the atmosphere very friendly and fun the entire tour. The price for the tour was incredible because admission to the palace and food at the market was included! I’d recommend this tour to anyone.
Best tour!
amandajE7419CD,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stella was absolutely amazing! Incredibly knowledgeable with interesting Korean history facts and stories and she was very interactive. The temple was beautiful and food was amazing! 🤩 great tour to book if you want a little bit of everything.
More than expected
jackc1234567,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was more than I expected. In addition to our to the market and our meal, we were also take to a palace and a temple. I think the highlight of the food component for the group was the plate of chopped raw octopus. Even these creatures are dead that didn't stop the little pieces wriggling around the plate. All the food supplied was delicious and plentiful. For people unfamiliar with Korean food beverages, it is a good introduction. Our friendly and helpful guide, Ron, was a fountain of information about everything we saw and experienced. His contacts in the market served us well, as a table and food were waiting for us when we arrived at one restaurant. He also helped to cut the queues at another two food outlets.
Fabulous night tour
pontikisk,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous evening tour - far exceeded our expectations. Very in depth tour of the palace and beautiful gardens and glasshouse. The food tour to market was the highlight - sensational food. And the Buddhist temple with lights
A nice night
evelienh5,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ron was a great guide! The market was definitely the highlight with tasting all the different foods, but visiting the castle and temple at a quiet time at night was also nice.
Amazing tour and guide
Navigator486294,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great! The palace tour was very nice, beautiful, insightful and very interesting, the guide also has illustrated the histories using some videos from k-dramas, I’ve learned a lot. The food tour was delicious, I’d definitely recommend for anyone who enjoys Korean food or wants to try. We had the best time with the tour guide Young, he was very friendly, joyful and kind and took picture of us frequently, which gave us nice memories. I’d recommend this tour 100% for anyone who loves food and history.
Amazing tour!!
773brunap,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Young was very kind and attentive. He shared many stories in a humorous way and answered all our questions. It was an incredible tour! He served us various traditional Korean dishes and drinks and taught us how to eat and drink them. The visit to the palace was very interesting! We didn’t face any lines; everything was very smooth and efficient.
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