Full Day Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul Tour

After morning pickup at your Seoul hotel, travel in a comfortable vehicle to Jogyesa Temple. Despite its location on a crowded street in Jongno district, the Zen Buddhist temple is serene and picturesque with colorful decorations and large golden Buddha statues. 

Continue to the Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae), home to the President of the Republic of Korea. From the outside, view the Blue House along with Mt. Bukak in the background.

Head to Gwanghwamun Gate in time to watch the changing of the royal guards ceremony. Then tour the northern palace, Gyeongbokgung, the main palace during the Joseon dynasty. 

Stop at the Korean Ginseng Center before sitting down for a lunch of Korean fare. In the afternoon, tour the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Changdeokgung Palace and explore Insadong Antique Street. Experience traditional culture in Insadong by entering a Korean tea house or browsing in the antique shops.

The final stop on your tour takes you to Namdaemun (aka Soongryemun), which was built in 1396 and is listed as Korea's most important National Treasure. Have time to check out the traditional Namdaemun Market before your tour ends with hotel drop-off. 

• Watch the changing of the guards at Gwanghwamun Gate
• Shop for antiques, crafts, and souvenirs with a guide to assist
• Visit royal palaces and a folk museum with vehicle transport

First-time visitors to Seoul will find this guided tour an easy introduction to Korean culture. Jogyesa temple, the presidential Blue House (Cheongwadae), and the National Folk Museum are featured on the full-day itinerary. Visit two palaces—Gyeongbokgung and UNESCO-listed Changdeokgung—and stop by Insadong’s antique alley and Namdaemun Market. Between attractions you’re provided with lunch.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Royal guard changing ceremony might be cancelled due to weather conditions
On Mondays, Changdeokgung Palace is closed and you will go to Bukchon traditional Hanok Village instead
On Tuesdays, the Gyeongbokgung Palace and National Folklore museum are closed and you will go to Deoksugung Palace and The Presidential Blue House Museum instead
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers