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Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Activity Duration (3 hours)
Moderate
Hosted in English, Chinese
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What you'll do
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Tour Highlight
This Seoul Afternoon Highlights Tour is perfect for history enthusiasts. You'll explore key areas of the city that have significant cultural importance and a rich history. You'll visit some of the few remaining 19th-century buildings that survived both the Japanese occupation of Korea and the Korean War. Highlights include Geunjeongjeon Hall, Hyangwonjeong Pavilion, and Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, as well as other notable attractions like Jogyesa and the Changing of the Guard Ceremony.
What is included?
- Professional guide(English or Chinese)
- Hotel pickup in downtown
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Fuel surcharge
- Entry/Admission Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Entry/Admission Cheongwadae Sarangchae
What is not included?
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel Drop off Service
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Itinerary
Seoul Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple) in Seoul, South Korea. This half-day tours experience includes 4 stops over 1 day. Duration: 3 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Jogyesa Temple
1
Jogyesa Temple
Stop: 40 minutes
The Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is one of the most important landmarks of Korean Buddhism, first established all the way back in 1935. The temple is located in downtown Seoul and is graced by an ancient white pine tree. There are a few important steps to entering the temple.
First, you must go through “Iljum”, which is the one pillar gate. The “Iljumun” symbolizes the division between the world of the living and that of the holy Buddha world. You will have a beautiful spiritual experience and be able to admire the splendid, golden statues.Read moreMore about Jogyesa Temple
2
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Stop: 60 minutes
* Please note that Gyeongbok Palace is closed on Tuesdays, so it will be substituted for pretty Changdeok Palace.
You will see the meticulously choreographed ceremony that takes place in front of Gwanghwamun Gate.
This tradition originated during the Joseon Dynasty and the city decided to bring it back for reenactment in 1996. The soldiers wear colorful blue and red uniforms and gracefully patrol the gates of the palace in protection of the king. The tradition is very elegant and simply beautiful to watch!
Gyeongbok Palace (Except Tuesdays)
It was first destroyed during the Imjin War between 1592 and 1598. Then, Imperial Japan destroyed a large portion of Gyeongbokgung Palace in the 20th century. The palace, however, has been restored time and again, and is now close to its former splendor!
Some of the highlights here are Gangnyeongjeon, the king’s main quarters, Geunjeongjeon where the king accepted formal visits, Gyeonghoeru – the special banquet hall, and more!Read moreMore about Gyeongbokgung Palace
3
Cheongwadae Sarangchae
Stop: 40 minutes
Cheongwadae Sarangchae which serves as an exhibition hall to important Korean artifacts and documents. Here, you can learn about politics, history, and culture. Located just in front of the Blue House, this museum is a two-floor building that has a souvenir shop, so you can buy thoughtful gifts for the history lovers in your family.
On the first floor, there is a permanent exhibit that presents traditional Korean clothing, food, and music, and is a must-see! The second floor is where you will go to learn in-depth information about the Korean presidents and their legacies. You will also be inspired by the geography section which displays photos of the regions of the country that every traveler should visit!Read moreMore about Cheongwadae Sarangchae
4
Cheongha Plus
Stop: 30 minutes
Ginseng Shopping Center Read moreMore about Cheongha Plus
This concludes the tour.
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