Seoul Full day Private Tour Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong & More

5.0 (3 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Gyeongbokgung palace — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Gyeongbokgung palacee — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

You can travel comfortably and privately with only your family.

You can travel to the most representative tourist spots in Seoul, the capital of Korea.

It will be a meaningful trip to understand Korean history at Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namsangol Hanok Village.

And it will be a fun time to experience Korean culture at Insadong Street and Namdaemun Market.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Lucky Korea Travel

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation(Free Air-conditioned vehicle)
Included: Lunch
Included: All fees and taxes and Entrance fees
Included: Hotel pickup & drop-off
Included: English Speaking tour guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Travel insurance

Itinerary

Jogyesa Temple

30 min

Jogyesa Temple is the head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. The temple was first established in 1395, during the Joseon Dynasty. However, the current temple as it is now was built in 1910. So, in 2010 the temple celebrated it’s 100 year anniversary.

If you study the history of Buddhism in the Joseon Dynasty, Joseon began suppressing Buddhism because it made Confucianism its ruling ideology. So, the Joseon government didn’t allow monks to enter the city of Seoul.

So today, most of the temples are located in the countryside or mountains, and there are only a few temples in Seoul. And Jogyesa Temple is one of them.
The Blue House

Passing by

'Cheong' means blue and 'Wa' means roof tile.

So, 'Cheongwadae' is blue house in english.

'Cheongwadae' was main office of president.

The current president of Korea has moved the main office of president to Yongsan, so blue house is no longer the main office of president.
Gyeongbokgung Palace

1 h 10 min Admission included

Gyeongbokgung Palace is a representative tourist destination in Korea.

Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the five grand palaces of the Joseon Dynasty and the main palace of Joseon.

It is the first palace built during the Joseon Dynasty.

The first king of Joseon Lee Seong-gye established the Joseon Dynasty in 1392 and he moved the capital city from Gaeseong to Seoul. And then Gyeongbokgung was built in 1395, three years after the Joseon dynasty was founded, and it serves as the main palace.
National Folk Museum of Korea

40 min

The National Folk Museum of Korea is situated in the center of Seoul with the goal of becoming an educational venue where visitors can learn how Koreans lived from the past to present. The National Folk Museum of Korea investigates, researches, and acquires artifacts and various resources about the daily lives of Koreans in the past and present.
Ginworldart Korean Ginseng Museum

30 min

Cheong Ha Korean Ginseng is committed to providing relevant information to overseas visitors and promoting the amazing health-promoting and healing effects of Korean ginseng.

The informative exhibition hall and museum located within the 3000 m2 grounds satisfy visitors' curiosity about the legend and benefits of Korean ginseng.

Cheong Ha Korean Ginseng's warm service has gained momentum and trust from customers over the years.
Insadong

1 h 40 min

We'll have lunch near Insadong. (50min)

And we will look around Insadong for 50 minutes.

Insadong is one of the representative streets of Seoul where you can experience Korea's traditional culture, and it is also a must-see for foreigners in Seoul.

The street of traditional culture is alive with modern buildings and traditions.

Insadong is the street where Korean characteristics are best displayed, and there are many antique shops, art galleries, traditional tea houses, and local restaurants.
Namdaemun Market

one hour

Namdaemun Market is located next to Namdaemun Gate, known as Sungnyemun Gate, in Seoul and it is the oldest and largest market in South Korea.

Namdaemun Market is famous for its street food 'hotteok'.
Namsangol Hanok Village

40 min

Located in the bosom of Namsan Mountain, Namsangol Hanok Village comprises five hanok buildings, the Gugakdang (traditional theater) and Traditional Garden.

Namsangol Hanok Village is a collection of five hanoks (traditional Korean houses) from the Joseon Dynasty, recovered from different parts of the city and relocated to the northern foot of Namsan mountain.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Grand Mercure Ambassador Seoul Yongsan
Sheel Hotel
Hotel Very Six 6
Lotte City Hotel Mapo
Hotel Candy
Hotel At Home
Hotel Skypark Myeongdong 3
Trang Blue Hotel
Euljiro CO-OP Residence
Hotel Crescendo Seoul
Hotel Shillastay Gwanghwamun
Hotel In 9

and 558 more pickup points

Traveler pickup is offered.

Hotel and any type of accommodation in Seoul pick up is offered.

Depending on the location of your hotel, the pick-up time may change slightly. We will give you the exact pick-up time once we have your hotel name and address.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.