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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Get an excellent overview of Seoul on this full-day sightseeing tour of the city's top attractions. With a guide, you'll visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, N Seoul Tower and Namsangol Hanok Village; watch the changing of the guard at Gwanghwamun Gate; and drive by the Blue House (Cheongwadae). Enjoy a Korean lunch in Insadong, and stop at a ginseng center and amethyst factory. You'll gain an understanding of Korea’s culture and history as you explore the highlights of this bustling capital city.
Admission Fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Departure Point
Seoul, South Korea
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
If you cannot find your hotel on our list, please let us know your hotel/accomodation name (including the address) and we will suggest pickup location for you.
Incheon is not available for pick up
Return Details
Seoul, South Korea
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Jogyesa Temple, Seoul, South Korea After morning pickup from your hotel, travel by comfortable coach to your first stop of the day, Jogyesa Temple, the chief Buddhist temple in Korea and a calm sanctuary from the busy streets of Seoul. 20 minutes
The Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae), Seoul, South Korea Next, drive by the Blue House (Cheongwadae), home to the South Korean president. Located at the foot of Mt Bugaksan, the presidential complex exemplifies traditional Korean architecture.
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea Continue to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the primary residence of the royal family during the Joseon Dynasty. Constructed in the 14th century and the largest of the Five Grand Palaces, Gyeongbokgung is considered the most beautiful palace in Seoul. Walk around the compound with your guide to see traditional Joseon architecture. 30 minutes
National Folk Museum of Korea, Seoul, South Korea Within the compound, visit the National Folk Museum to learn about how people have lived in Korea from ancient times to today. Your guide shows you displays that demonstrate daily life for members of the aristocracy and ordinary citizens, including traditional farming and hunting techniques, weaving, cooking and other tasks. 20 minutes
Gwanghwamun Gate, Seoul, South Korea Keep your camera handy for the changing of the guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate. 10 minutes
Insadong, Seoul, South Korea Stop at the ginseng center to learn about the reputed medicinal uses of the sought-after plant, and then take a break for lunch in Insadong, a neighborhood known for its traditional tea houses and antique galleries. Relax over a nutritious plate of bibimbap (rice with vegetables and meat) or bulgogi (grilled marinated beef) at a restaurant, and then enjoy some time to shop for authentic Korean souvenirs at the array of small stores. 60 minutes
Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul, South Korea Then visit Namsangol Hanok Village, where your guide leads you on a walk around this model village that features five hanok (traditional Korean homes) from the Joseon Dynasty. The restored houses illustrate various social classes, from peasants to royalty. You can also admire the site's traditional Korean-style garden with an elegant pavilion and stream. 30 minutes
N Seoul Tower, Seoul, South Korea After lunch, head over to N Seoul Tower, which stands on Mt Namsan in central Seoul, and take the elevator up to the observation deck to enjoy panoramic views over the city. 60 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A moderate amount of walking is involved; it is recommended that you wear good walking shoes
Please note: On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum and Namsangol Hanok Village may be closed; if this is the case, you will visit Deoksu Palace, the History Museum and Myeongdong instead
Tour Schedule can be changed because of local circumstance or weather.
1 of the shopping centers are included (Ginseng Center)
Tuesdays : Gyeongbok Palace is closed so, we will visit to Deoksu Palace
Mondays : Namsan Hanok Village is closed so, we will visit to Bukchon Hangok Village
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Ashley_C
25 Apr 2023
It was amazing. Our instructor Yuly Park made the experience 100x better. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Tansy R
24 Apr 2023
The tour was great. Jun was our guide and he was fantastic. Super friendly and attentive. We did have a weird visit to a jinseng distributor with some high pressure sales, could have done without that stop. But lunch was great and the company was better.
Cora_C
23 Apr 2023
It was a great tour . Our tour guide Saebong (Spring) was really good and made sure our experience to see Seoul is awesome. Highly recommended
This tour in
Seoul
is organized by
SEOUL CITY TOUR CO. LTD.
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