Seoul: Gyeongbokgung & Insa-dong Gastroventure Day Tour

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6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

-Overview-

Step back in time to the Joseon Dynasty and experience Korea’s royal history and vibrant culinary culture on this immersive day tour.

Our tour not only offers excellent experiences but also focuses on storytelling. With engaging, entertaining, and memorable narratives, we’re confident that your time with us will be more satisfying than any other tour.

-Highlights-

*Witness the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace
*Explore the grand halls and pavilions of the Joseon Dynasty
*Learn about the lives of court ladies, kings, and queens
*Discover the charm of Insadong’s art and antiques market
*Enjoy a full-course hanjeongsik meal (Korean traditional feast)
*Experience kimchi-making and taste traditional Korean tea
*Tour is guaranteed with a minimum of 2 participants.

What's Included

Kimchi-making experience
Traditional hanjeongsik lunch
Officially certified tour guide by government
Tasting Korea traditional tea
Traveler's insuarance
Entrance fee to Gyeongbokgung Palace

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the stairs of the National Palace Museum of Korea (Gyeongbokgung Station, Line 3, Exit 5

End point

Traditional tea museum

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Gyeongbokgung Palace

    Explore Korea’s most famous royal palace and witness the grandeur of the Joseon Dynasty. Watch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, a reenactment of Joseon-era military traditions. Walk through the Heungnyemun and Geunjeongjeon Halls, where kings conducted state affairs. Learn about the symbolism in Korean palace architecture, including guardian statues and intricate patterns. Discover the lives of palace women, their roles, wages, and daily routines. Visit Hyangwonjeong Pavilion, a serene lakeside retreat once used by the king.

    1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Insadong

    Delve into Seoul’s cultural hub, where traditional meets contemporary. Stroll through Insadong’s art alleys, filled with calligraphy shops, antique stores, and craft workshops. Learn about the historical significance of Insadong, a market that evolved from a center for scholars to a hub for artists.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Insadong

    Traditional Hanjeongsik Lunch Enjoy a full-course Korean meal with a variety of side dishes. Discover the origin of hanjeongsik, Korea’s traditional royal and aristocratic meal. Taste an assortment of Korean banchan (side dishes), grilled fish, soup, and rice.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Insadong

    Kimchi-Making Experience A hands-on experience where you learn to make Korea’s most famous dish. Understand the fermentation process and the health benefits of kimchi. Compare Korean, Chinese, and Japanese kimchi styles. Participate in a guided workshop and take home your own batch.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Insadong

    Traditional Tea Museum Experience Korea’s ancient tea culture in a peaceful setting. Learn the art of Korean tea brewing and its connection to meditation and relaxation. Sample a variety of Korean teas, such as green tea, persimmon leaf tea, and fermented black tea.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We inform you via email/WhatsApp about meet up place and time, etc…
  • Please leave your name and contact number(or Messenger such as Wechat and Line) which is available in Korea(We are not responsible for absence of the tour in cases that you do not leave your contact number or leave an wrong number or the one which is not available in Korea. Cancellation, Refund and Changing schedule are not allowed for those cases)
  • Joining after a tour begins is not allowed for other participants of the group.
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Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Coffee & Tea Tours
Dessert Tours
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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