KOREA · SEOUL ROYAL PALACES
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Central Seoul holds five royal palaces, of which Gyeongbokgung is simply the biggest. These tours cover which palace each one enters, whether the guard-changing ceremony is timed into the morning, how Bukchon and Insadong fold into the same walk, and which include hanbok, since anyone wearing it gets in free.
Guided Seoul tour featuring Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak views, Korean ginseng shopping, and Gwangjang Market food.
“Grace is an amazing tour guide with a lot of interesting information. The driver did a great job too and would recommend everyone this tour.”
One-day Seoul highlights with Gyeongbokgung, Insadong, and Namsan Tower, with pickup, an English/Chinese guide, and cable car.
“Great tour and Kelly was wonderful and highly recommend this tour - saw everything on my list Kelly gave us plenty of time in each location”
A full-day Seoul highlights tour with Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung palaces, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, and Namdaemun market, with hotel pickup.
“Well planned tour. Timing was good at each place and Joey was an informative, helpful and charming guide.”
A 4-hour Seoul tour with a guide: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, and Gwangjang Market.
“Amazing experience! I came to Seoul solo traveling worried if I could find a good host for a tour and it worked out perfect ! Highly recommend”
See Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong crafts, Gwangjang market snacks, and N Seoul Tower views in one guided day.
“I had wonderful time, we accomplished all destinations in the tour today with a great guide and group”
Rent a hanbok near Gyeongbokgung, get styled with included extras, then enjoy free palace entry and a stroll in Bukchon Hanok Village.
“Fantastic experience! Highly recommend using them for your Hanbok🥰”
Seoul half-day tour with Jogyesa Temple, Cheongwadae exhibits, Gyeongbokgung guard changing, folk museum, and a ginseng stop.
“Judy from VIP Travel absolutely made this experience amazing! Can’t recommend this enough! Everything about this tour was unforgettable!”
Rent a Gigibebe hanbok near Gyeongbokgung with hair styling, locker, and free palace entry. Explore Gyeongbokgung at your pace.
“The staff member who helped us was very kind and efficient. Everything went smoothly, and our clothes were perfectly clean.”
Dress in hanbok and get pro portraits with a history storyteller at Gyeongbokgung Palace, plus 100+ edited photos.
“Everything was as described and I’ve enjoyed my time with James and Jacob. Thank you! See you in the near future.”
Night palaces, lantern temples, and a Gwangjang Market feast with Makgeolli, Jeon, and octopus. Seoul by vehicle and on foot.
“We got to see a lot of Seoul in only four hours! I really enjoyed the palace; it's beautiful! There was so much food too!”
Half-day Seoul with hotel pickup, A/C coach, Jogyesa Temple, UNESCO Changdeokgung Palace, Cheongwadae artifacts, markets and ginseng stop.
“Our tour guide Henry was very friendly and informative! We had a great time learning about Korea and exploring the sights. He even gave recommendations for other things to do in Seoul during our stay. Thank you!”
Full-day Seoul tour with palaces, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong antiques, Namdaemun market, plus lunch and hotel pickup for $89.
“The palaces were closed for a holiday on the day I went, and I did not receive advance notice. That was disappointing. However, the substitutions were great (could have passed on the Ginseng Center).. Our guide, Miel, was fantastic! Enjoyed Bokshun Village and the food street! Seoul Tower was a bonus! Great overview of the city!”
Morning walk through Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village, royal guard ceremony, Joseon museum context, and metro know-how.
“My tour guide Joe was very informative, and went above and beyond to ensure I had a good experience (even through the intense cold and snow). Would definitely recommend!”
Full-day Seoul palace and temple tour with hotel pickup, UNESCO Changdeokgung, Jogyesa Temple, included lunch, and time in Insadong and Namdaemun.
“We took this tour on April 2nd, 2025, our 2nd of 7 days in Seoul. The tour is a great way to learn about the interplay between religion and daily life in Korea. The grandeur of the palaces and locations speak for themselves, but when you hRead more”
5-hour Seoul night tour: Changyeonggung Palace lights, Gwangjang Market snacks, Cheonggyecheon stroll, Naksan Park views, pickup options.
“Lucy was very nice, knowledgeable and helpful with taking photos for myself & my mom.”
