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8-Hour Seoul Highlights Tour with Palaces, Markets, and Han River

8 Hours Round trip from Seoul Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the grand main palace of the Joseon dynasty
02 See the Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, headquarters of the Jogye Order
03 Browse Insa-dong culture street for souvenirs, pottery, traditional papers, and seals
04 Stop at Bukchon Hanok Village to see Seoul's traditional hanok neighborhood
05 Take in Namdaemun Market and Han River views of Banpo Bridge and Some Sevit

Explore Seoul's royal heritage, Buddhist traditions, artisan culture, and lively markets on this 8-hour private tour. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, see the Changing Guard Ceremony, stop at Jogyesa Temple, browse Insa-dong for traditional crafts and souvenirs, and walk through Bukchon Hanok Village when open. The day also includes sightseeing at Namdaemun Market and the Han River, with views of Banpo Bridge and Some Sevit.

Pick up from your hotel and visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main and biggest palace of the Joseon dynasty, dating back to the 14th century.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Seoul Royal Heritage, Markets, and Han River Sights

Pick up from your hotel and visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main and biggest palace of the Joseon dynasty, dating back to the 14th century. You will also see the Changing Guard Ceremony and enjoy a wonderful photo experience.
Visit Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, the headquarters of the Jogye Order.
Look around Insa-dong culture street for window shopping, souvenirs, pottery, traditional papers, seals, and lunch.
Stop by Bukchon Hanok Village, except on Sundays and holidays.
Visit Namdaemun Market for sightseeing.
Stop by the Han River for sightseeing at Banpo Bridge and Some Sevit.
Drop off at your hotel or any place in Seoul you want.

Where this trip takes you

Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Han River and Banpo Bridge

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Guiding services in basic English
Transportation
Gas, toll, and parking

What's Not Included

Entrance fees (admission tickets)
Food, drinks, and snacks

What to bring

Bring your passport.

Know before you go

No smoking.
Do not touch the buildings or historical objects.
Dress code: smart casual, with comfortable walking shoes.
Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed on Tuesdays. On Tuesdays, Changdeok Palace is visited instead, without the Changing Guard Ceremony. It is the most well-preserved palace and looks the most naturally deployed.
The Changing Guard Ceremony is subject to change or cancellation due to bad weather or special occasions.
Bukchon is closed on Sundays and holidays, so the itinerary varies by day.
Guiding services are provided in basic English. Other languages are available on request.

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