Korean History & Heritage Tour

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the Culture & Heritage side of Seoul, visiting the beautiful Gangbuk area were most of the traditional tourists sites are located. By the end, you will be an expert on Korean traditional architecture and the history of the Korean people. Book now to get a feel for Koreans lived during the Joseon Dynasty period (1392AD - 1919AD)

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Pickups outside of Seoul but within the Gyeongi Province will add a $50 surcharge.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick up or meet you anywhere in Seoul. A $50USD surcharge may apply for any distance outside of the 10KM radius, but within the Gyeonggi Province.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Gyeongbokgung Palace

    We will see the Changing of the Guard Ceremony and venture deep into the palace to get an appreciation for the architecture and life of the king.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    National Folk Museum of Korea

    We will talk about the life of a Korean, starting with the birth, the life, the death. We will even go so far as seeing the afterlife of a Korean.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Bukchon Hanok Village

    We will see a traditional Korean village in which people still live there!

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Insadong

    We will walk through the King's guild where he commissioned great artists and designers to create beautiful pieces of artwork for him. It's now the antique alleyway where you can get many Korean souvenirs.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Jogyesa Temple

    We will see a Buddhist temple in which case used to be the national religion of the country.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Cheonggyecheon Stream

    A walk through a beautiful stream and talk about the stories behind it.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Kwangjang Market

    Walk through a 600 year young, vibrant traditional market that started out selling linens for special occasions but has reinvented itself over the years as the go to place for Korean comfort street food carts.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Cultural Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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