Seoul Full Day City Tour
Description
Maximize your time in Seoul with this comprehensive sightseeing excursion: explore the most significant temples, palaces, and landmarks that define the South Korean capital.
Seoul Full Day City Tour with Entry Tickets
After being collected from your hotel at the arranged hour, your full-day guided exploration of the city's key attractions will commence. The journey begins with a visit to the Blue House, the official residence and office of the South Korean president, where you will discover the origin of its name!
Your next destination will be Gyeongbokgung, a royal palace constructed in the 14th century during the Joseon dynasty. Here, you'll witness the vibrant changing of the guards, an extraordinary ceremony marked by music and color that stands out from those in other nations.
Following the guard ceremony, a tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace awaits, where your guide will share intriguing insights about its opulent interiors.
Deepening your understanding of South Korean heritage, you'll proceed to the National Folklore Museum. This visit offers a chance to explore the customs and lifestyle prevalent in Korea.
You'll also stop by the Ginseng Centre, along with a visit to the Jogyesa Temple, which ranks as one of the most significant Buddhist temples in the nation. A break for a satisfying lunch in a local traditional restaurant will follow.
Post-lunch, your itinerary takes you to Changdeokgung Palace, recognized as one of the best-preserved structures from the Joseon Dynasty. Your guide will narrate the rich history of this royal lineage as you admire the palace's intricate design.
The tour concludes in the historic Insadong district of Seoul, a vibrant area filled with authentic tea houses and souvenir shops.
Important Information
- On Mondays, the itinerary includes the Hanok Village instead of Changdeokgung Palace.
- On Tuesdays, the tour will visit Deoksugung Palace and the Museum of History in place of Gyeongbokgung and the National Folklore Museum.
- For bookings made 13 hours or less in advance, please meet at exit 9 of Myeongdong Station at 8:45 am.
What's included
- Hotel pick up.
- English speaking guide.
- Entrance to monuments visited.
- Lunch.
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
We recommend being in your hotel reception at least one hour before the start of the tour. The local tour provider will contact you directly to confirm your pick up time.
Important
- On Mondays, instead of visiting Changdeokgung Palace, you'll visit the Hanok Village.
- On Tuesdays, instead of visiting Gyeongbokgung and the National Folklore Museum, you'll visit the Deoksugung Palace and the Museum of History.
- If you book 13 hours or less in advance, please meet us at exit 9 of the Myeongdong Station at 8:45 am.
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