Seoul Gyeongbokgung & Changdeokgung Full-Day Cultural Tour
Overview
This full day tour has a choc-a-block itinerary, designed to give you a total Seoul immersion. Marvel at the architecture of one of Seoul's most beautiful palaces, Gyeongbokgung. Resulting from a stormy history, ongoing reconstructions mean you can see original portions alongside modern efforts to restore it to its former glory. Reminisce to bygone days with a guided visit of the National Folk Museum before a tasty local lunch. After you're fully sated, you'll set off to visit palace no.2, UNESCO-listed Changdeokgung, a perfectly preserved architectural example from the Joseon Dynasty. Walk along the serene Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and peruse crafts and antiques at Insadong Street. End the tour with a convenient drop off back at your hotel.
What to Expect
8hr Duration
English
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Hotel pick up
- Drive past and learn more about the President's pad, Blue House (or Cheongwadae)
- Watch the changing of the guards and tour the spectacular Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeok Palace
- Visit the National Folk Museum to build your knowledge of Korean history from the dynasties up to the present day
- Visit tranquil Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, an important building for Zen Buddhism in Korea
- Hunt for bargains at Namdaemun and find holiday gifts at Insadong
- Tap into your English-speaking guide's in depth knowledge of Korean history
- Enjoy the convenience of hotel pick up and drop off
Please select a tour date
Available Options
Day Tour including Hotel Pick Up and Lunch
Included
- Admission to attractions
- English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Hotel pick up only
- Transport
Not Included
- Other personal expenses
- Insurance
- Departure: Get picked up at 08:00 - 09:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Depending on the pick up location,pick up time is different. Tour operator will conatact youthe day before the tour date to reconfirm the meeting place and time..The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 09:00, Guided tour, Jogyesa
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Blue House, * Pass by Blue House
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gyeongbok Palace is closed on every Tuesday. Every Tuesdays, we will visit to Deoksugung Palace instead
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Korean National Police Heritage Museum
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Korean Ginseng Museum
- [Dining] Lunch
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Insa-dong, Namdaemun Market
- [Attraction/experience] Changdeoggung, Changdeok Palace is closed on every Mondays. Every Mondays, we will visit Hanok Village instead
- [Return] 17:00, at myeongdong,
- Day {num}
Eligibility
- Free for children aged 0-1
Additional information
Prohibitions & Limitations
- The activity is able to accommodate special dietary requirements (allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian diets, or other dietary needs)
What to wear
- Light and comfortable clothing (preferrably dri-fit material)
- Walking shoes
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Pick-up information
Hotel pick-up information
- Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
Hotels in Seoul city only
- Pick up time:
- 09:00
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Cancellation Policy
- You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity starts
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