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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Activity Duration (8 hours)
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What you'll do
Discover the history and cultural traditions of Korea on this full-day tour of Seoul’s palaces and markets. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace including its National Folklore Museum, and see Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your informative guide accompanies you to Insadong and Namdaemun to explore these bustling local markets on foot. Enjoy a Korean lunch and convenient round-trip coach transport from your hotel.Read more
Tour Highlight
Discover the history and cultural traditions of Korea on this full-day tour of Seoul’s palaces and markets. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace including its National Folklore Museum, and see Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your informative guide accompanies you to Insadong and Namdaemun to explore these bustling local markets on foot. Enjoy a Korean lunch and convenient round-trip coach transport from your hotel.Read more
What is included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Entry/Admission - National Folk Museum of Korea
- Entry/Admission - Changdeokgung Palace
What is not included?
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour include one shopping center (Ginseng center)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Jewish Easy Rider
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Host since 2025
Itinerary
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Jogyesa Temple
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Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Admire the lovely locust and baeksong trees lining the entrance and enter the main temple, dating back 500 years, to see the statue of Seokgamoni, the historic Buddha at the moment of enlightenment Read moreMore about Jogyesa Temple
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Gyeongbokgung Palace, constructed in 1395. Because much of this royal palace was destroyed during the Japanese occupation, there are many restoration projects underway. With your guide, marvel at the grandeur of the original and new portions.Read moreMore about Gyeongbokgung Palace
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National Folklore Museum, whose historical replicas illustrate traditional Korea. Browse the extensive artifacts to learn what life has been like for Koreans from ancient times to the 20th century. You’ll also learn about the deep roots of Confucianism in Korean culture. And then we will visit to Ginseng Center (shopping center)Read moreMore about National Folk Museum of Korea
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We will visit one shopping center. (ginseng center)Read moreMore about Seoul
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Insadong Antique Alley in central Seoul . With your guide, wander down alleys to browse traditional Korean restaurants, teahouses and galleries full of antique artifacts and local artwork. Read moreMore about Insadong
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Changdeokgung palace, a perfectly preserved palace from the Joseon Dynasty. As you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, discover the grand pavilions, massive gate, several halls and the Geumcheongyo Bridge
Before go to the next attraction, we will stop by at duty free shop Read moreMore about Changdeokgung Palace
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Namdaemun Market, the largest traditional market in Korea, opened in 1964. with various goods in store. You can find great bargains here and snatch up the perfect souvenir to remind you of your trip to Korea! Read moreMore about Namdaemun Market
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This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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