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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village
Activity Duration (8 hours)
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What you'll do
Seoul City Sightseeing Tour: Explore Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village.
Tour Highlight
Get an introduction to Seoul and Korea's history, culture, and traditions on a guided tour of the city. Visit major landmarks, including Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, National Folk Museum, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village. Watch the changing of the guards at Gwanghwamun Gate and have the option to stop for lunch (at your own expense) during the tour.
What is included?
- Hotel pickup
- Professional guide
- Airconditioned vehicle
- Admission Fee
- Entry/Admission Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Entry/Admission National Folk Museum of Korea
What is not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- hotel drop off (drop is available myeongdong / city hall / itaewon)
- Entry/Admission N Seoul Tower
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- 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 may be 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.
- 1 of the shopping centers are included (Ginseng Center)
- Tuesdays : Gyeongbok Palace is closed so, we will visit to Deoksu Palace
- Mondays : Namsan Hanok Village is closed so, we will visit to Bukchon Hangok Village
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Itinerary
Seoul Cultural Neighborhood Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village in Seoul, South Korea. This cultural neighborhood tours experience includes 8 stops over 1 day. Duration: 8 hours. Activity level: Light.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Jogyesa Temple
1
Jogyesa Temple
Stop: 20 minutes
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. Read moreMore about Jogyesa Temple
2
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Stop: 30 minutes
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 Read moreMore about Gyeongbokgung Palace
3
National Folk Museum of Korea
Stop: 20 minutes
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.Read moreMore about National Folk Museum of Korea
4
Gwanghwamun Gate
Stop: 10 minutes
Keep your camera handy for the changing of the guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate.
** Tuesdays are not available Read moreMore about Gwanghwamun Gate
5
청하고려인삼(주)
Stop: 20 minutes
6
Insadong
Stop: 60 minutes
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. Read moreMore about Insadong
7
N Seoul Tower
Stop: 60 minutes
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 Read moreMore about N Seoul Tower
8
Namsangol Hanok Village
Stop: 30 minutes
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.Read moreMore about Namsangol Hanok Village
This concludes the tour.
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