Seoul Royal Palace,Bukchon Hanok Village & Gwangjang Market Feast
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover Seoul’s rich history, culture, and flavors on this guided tour. Start at Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional Korean neighborhood known for its scenic alleys and hanok house. Watch the iconic Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace and explore the palace’s stunning grounds, filled with centuries of royal heritage. Pass by the Blue House, Korea’s former Presidential residence, for scenic views and photos. Then visit Cheongha Korean Ginseng Center to learn about Korea’s famous ginseng and its health benefits. End the tour at Gwangjang Market, Seoul’s oldest market, where you can taste local street food like bindaetteok and mayak gimbap.
On Tuesdays, the tour visits Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Insadong, known for traditional crafts, art galleries, and street food, instead of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Royal Guard Ceremony.
This well-paced tour offers a perfect mix of heritage, cuisine, and local culture—ideal for first-time visitors.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Myeongdong
Meeting Point 1: Meet your bus and tour guide at Myeongdong Subway Station Exit 8.
Seoul City Hall
Meeting Point 2: Jump on our tour bus at Seoul City Hall Subway Station Exit 6
What‘s Included
Admission fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
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Seoul Royal Palace,Bukchon Hanok Village & Gwangjang Market Feast
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very good
RAVINDRA R,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hana was great. She showed us the Palace and Village and was very helpful with explaining and taking photos etc
Eva was a delightful...
Sandra M,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Eva was a delightful guide who helped us appreciate the significance of the sights on the tour. She was friendly and accommodating, as well as taking photos for us.
Great tour
L2982SEsophied,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ivy was a great tour guide, she was really friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time
Good intro to Seoul
lydiavP7960NH,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ivy was our tour guide and she was great! She was very knowledgeable about Korean history, attentive and tried her best to create a good experience for us. Her food recommendations were very helpful as well. All in all, the tour was a good start to our stay in Seoul.
Excellent guide and tour
dmhh2016,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ivy was an excellent and very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. She provided us with many great photo opportunities and answered all our questions. The high light of the tour was at the end in Gwangjang market where she pointed out the different Korean specialties. This half day tour is definitely worth taking.
A great half day with an excellent tour guide.
139maithamm,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ivy was an excellent tour guide and very knowledgeable. Even though I had visited Seoul several times before I leant many new things and especially enjoyed trying the food in Gwangjang market. I would definitely recommend this trip.
Birthday Tour
Jillian L,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Ana knew her stuff and was an excellent guide. She was pleasant, helpful, and very knowledgeable.
Superb way to see the Palace and other areas with a top guide.
Martin H,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely wonderful tour with Eva, interesting stories, knowledge and a good pace. Very friendly guide who took time to explain many things, also take pictures of us. Highly recommend this tour and guide
A Guide in Gold
h l nelG6233FS,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Ivy guide from vip travel was extraordinary kindness and kindness to us. The visits allowed us to have a very varied experience between the Royal Palace, a district with fabulous traditional architecture and the discovery of the real red ginger of Korea in a magnificent museum , everything was a source of happiness. A big thank you to Ivy that I particularly recommend to discover SEOUL.
Wonderful, kind and informative guide!
Cari C,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eva was a great Guide, very interested and warm hearted. She was informative and funny, looking and caring for uns. Wonderful time, thank you so much!
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