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The 15 most popular gyeongbokgung palace tours in Seoul. The ones worth your time, what each day actually involves, who runs it and what you pay.
Narrated Seoul tour through Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak views, a Korean ginseng museum, then Gwangjang Market.
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A fast, well-planned Seoul day covering palaces, temples, markets, and N Seoul Tower, with hotel pickup and an English or Chinese guide.
“Touring Seoul with a local is the best, that was Lynn for us. She went above and beyond to share her knowledge and experience on the city. She also provided recommendation on where to eat or shopping experience. Skincare is her strength and shared all the tricks available in the local market and even walked…”
Small-group Seoul highlights with hotel pickup: Jogyesa Temple, guard ceremony, Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, Insadong, and Namdaemun.
“Mr BK is a very nice guy, and freely shares his historical knowledge. Highly recommend his day tour.”
A full-day Seoul highlights tour with hotel pickup, palace history at Gyeongbokgung, N Seoul Tower views, and Joseon-era life at Namsangol Hanok Village.
“Value for money. Saw many sights on this day trip and our guide, Lizzy, was fantastic. She was so knowledgeable and spoke very clearly for us all to hear. She is very passionate about her country and enjoys sharing it all with her visitors. Margaret Williams ( Australia)”
A 4-hour Seoul highlights loop with your own guide, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon hanoks, mountain views, ginseng museum, and Gwangjang Market.
“Great tour, but felt rushed. need some more time as lots of stops, great scenery. Also, the Ginseng museum was cool, but you spend almost the same time on tour and in the sales room, where they try to sell you their products.”
See Seoul’s top sights fast: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, markets, and N Seoul Tower views, guided with smart timing for a short stay.
Rent a hanbok near Gyeongbokgung Station, get dressed with help, then enjoy free palace entry while you wear it and wander Bukchon.
Half-day Seoul tour with hotel pickup, Jogyesa Temple, Cheongwadae Sarangchae, Gyeongbokgung guard change, and museums for $38.
“Kelly was an excellent tour guide who was very knowledgeable and knew her history very well. She has a lovely personality and a very pleasant way about her. We would thoroughly recommend her.”
Seoul hanbok rental near Gyeongbokgung. Choose 2/4/full day, get hair styling and locker, and enjoy free palace entry for about $9.
“Massive selection of Hanboks and accessories. I had a lot of fun, however, I felt that the staff was just doing their job which is ok. They were busy. Wasn't keen how the ribbon was torn from my hair when I returned; was a bit rough. Other than that: I had a great time and…”
Hanbok photoshoot at Gyeongbokgung Palace with historian and pro photographer, plus 100+ edited photos in 2–3 hours.
“Awsome , really cool , james and jacob were really great!! Every place was fantastic ! We did enjoy it”
Seoul palaces and markets—Jogyesa, Insadong, Namdaemun—with hotel pickup, lunch, and a small-group 8.5-hour plan for $89.
“It was an enjoyable trip for us. 2 of my friend are on their first trip to Seoul. So this tour is a good introduction to them to the city of Seoul. Our guide Yu Jeong is very friendly, chatty and helpful too.”
Professional Hanbok portraits at Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace with guided posing, 10 edited photos, and same-day Polaroids in a private 2-hour experience.
Seoul in 3 hours: Gyeongbokgung palace and Bukchon Hanok alleys with an English guide, plus transport tips and an Insadong finish.
Hotel pickup Seoul palace tour with lunch: UNESCO Changdeokgung, Gyeongbokgung, Jogyesa, plus Insadong and Namdaemun markets.
“We were treated by our tour guide in the morning, Lizzy, and we saw a total of two palaces, a temple and also we learned a whole lot about the growth and maintenance of Korea’s national treasure, Ginseng. The palaces were beautifulRead more”
Small-group walk through Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village, with guard ceremony, museum admission, and an Insadong finish.
“Excellent personalized tour. Stella, our guide, was so welcoming and enthusiastic. Got a good feel for the city of Seoul. Stella helped us feel her warmth and oozed pride for her country.”
The palaces, the markets, the border up north and the long nights down south.
