Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Admission Fee
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup
Food and drinks
Gratuities
hotel drop off (drop is available myeongdong / city hall / itaewon)

Meeting and pickup

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

9am is not the pick up time. Pick up time is different depending on the pick up location. Tour operator will contact you to give the exact meeting place and time. 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. Hotel pick up is available only in Seoul Downtown hotel where we can park the bus. In case of guest house, airbnb, hostel and private address, we will suggest some place for pick up. Incheon / Gyeonggi area is not available for pick up.

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Meeting point
Jogyesa Temple

Jogyesa Buddhist Temple at AM 09:05

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Jogyesa Temple

    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 Admission ticket free
  • The Blue House (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Gyeongbokgung Palace

    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. ** Gyeongbok palace is closed ever tuesdays. We will visit to Deoksu palace instead

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    National Folk Museum of 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 Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Gwanghwamun Gate

    Keep your camera handy for the changing of the guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate. ** Tuesdays are not available

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    청하고려인삼(주)

    Korean Ginseng Shopping Center People know about the Korea's famous Ginseng and you can also buy it

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Insadong

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7
    N Seoul Tower

    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. ** Obervoaty ticket is not included. ** Cable car is included

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Namsangol Hanok Village

    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 Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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 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 is 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.
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