Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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On this tour, you will visit the Buddhist temple in the city, the Presidential Blue House Square and Gyeongbokgung Palace for 3.5 hours with a small group. First, you will visit Jogyesa temple that represents Buddhism in Seoul and pass by the Cheongwadae, the Presidential Blue House, that symbol of with blue tiles and move on to Gwanghwamun Gate to see the royal guard changing ceremony. After the ceremony, you will explore Gyeongbokgung Palace that is also referred to as the northern palace. Also you will visit a museum called the National Folk Museum, where you can see how Koreans from a few centuries ago lived.
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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for participants with back problems or heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
This tour is proceeding with minimum 4 people and if the participants number is below it, the tour can be cancelled.
Please note: On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed and you will go to Changdeokgung & Changdeokgung Rear Garden (Secret Garden) instead in the morning.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Jogyesa Temple
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, and you will see Jogyesa Temple. The first things you will notice at the temple are the lovely trees. These locust trees and baeksong trees in front of the Daeungjeon, the main temple building, are about 500 years old.
Gwanghwamun Gate
Keep your camera handy for the changing of the guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Professional guide
Hotel pickup in Central Seoul
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Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)
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Reviews
71 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wear comfortable shoes!
DEE W,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely and friendly guide with an interesting tour. We really enjoyed the museum part of the tour. The little gift shop was cute too! Wear comfortable shoes!
Our tour guide, BK, was...
Mitchell H,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, BK, was thorough, friendly, and the information he provided was readily accessible. He provided an excellent introduction to complex topics that made them easy to understand and enjoyable. Also his energy and enthusiasm went a long way in sparking our continued curiosity about Korean cultural topics.
Great tour guide with so much knowledge and taken to best attractions.
Janice D,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour covers so many historical and modern tourist attractions. I have seen many of these buildings and areas in my Korean Dramas and was thrilled to be living my shows! Love this tours so much!
Great tour!
Marta P,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sookhee is a great guide. We learnt interesting facts about history of Korea and Seoul. Highly recommended tour.
Tour by Sookee
judyopn,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sookee was a wonderful guide. She is very knowledgeable of all the history. She is prompt arriving for pick up. It was a great tour.
Highly recommended tour!
William B,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you do it in winter please dress appropriately. Mr Bk was great! Spoke good English and was very informative and accommodating. We did a morning tour that took 3 hours, 9 to 12. It included a tour of the grand palace and a ginseng factory. At the grand palace we saw a ceremonial changing of the guard.
Loved it!!
mark k,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Hotel pick up. Central drop off. Guides were all polite, friendly. The small vans they drive you in are very clean and comfortable. The palace and temples are stunning. Great value for money
A Great Tour of Korean Culture and History
Ashley M,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was super knowledgeable and kind!!! My friend and I only did the half day tour but we were able to learn a lot.
Great tour
Yvonne R,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is well worth the money. Mr. Young who took care of us was a great guide, knowledgeable, kind and accommodating. Very convenient with the hotel pick up. Even the Ginseng museum was interesting as long as you don’t let them pressure you into buying.
Great tour
rtimleonard,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour showcasing the Temple and Royal Palace. Tour guide “Young” was outstanding. Outgoing and friendly making for a pleasant day.
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