Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Seoul on our full-day tour. Explore ancient palaces, witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony, and discover local markets for unique souvenirs and delicious street food.
- Jogyesa Temple - The Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is one of the most important landmarks of Korean Buddhism, first established all the way back in 1935. The temple is located in downtown Seoul and is graced by an ancient white pine tree.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace - You will be able to walk its magnificent premises and imagine what it was like to be a royal. The exact route depends on our knowledgeable tour guide. Some of the highlights here are Gangnyeongjeon, the king’s main quarters, Geunjeongjeon where the king accepted formal visits, Gyeonghoeru – the special banquet hall, and more!
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The Blue House - (Photo Time) The Blue House is the residence of the Korean President and the most beautiful government building in the Jongno District of Seoul. In fact, the Blue House is a collection of buildings that are designed according to a traditional Korean fashion with some modern elements added.
The mountain background is simply stunning, as the structure sits upon the royal garden of the Joseon Dynasty! On our Seoul City Tour, you will have the opportunity to walk around its perimeter and take beautiful iconic photos. (We will have photo time in front of The Blue House, We will not go inside.) - 청하고려인삼 - Ginseng Shopping Center
- Insadong - Here, you will be able to walk down a long street full of various stalls and shops.
Feel free to stray from the main street a bit and explore the alleys which have cute ceramics shops and more food vendors. You will have lots of fun talking to the lovely locals who are extremely friendly and helpful!
- N Seoul Tower - The Namsan Cable Car was the first commercial cable car service for passengers in South Korea. It first opened on May 12th, 1962 and has been running.
- Only inculding the round trip cable car
- Namdaemun Market - Opened in 1964, Namdaemun Market is the first largest traditional market in Korea with various goods in store such as children’s, men’s and women’s wear. The displayed goods are sold at a reasonable price and it also functions as a wholesale market. Most of the goods are produced directly from shopkeepers. Namdaemun Market is opened from 11:00 pm and at 3:00 am; it is crowded with retailers from all over the country. At daybreak, the site of busy Koreans creates a unique scene in the market where it is becoming a worldwide tourist attraction.
- Expert guidance by a professional English-speaking guide
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- Complimentary hotel pickup service from downtown locations
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- N Seoul Tower admission with round trip cable car ride
- Hotel drop-off ( Drop off at Myeongdong, City Hall or Dongdaemun)
- Lunch
Our Seoul City Tour is a complete and effortless experience. We provide a complimentary hotel pickup so you don’t have to worry about any logistics. Just be sure to have your camera charged because you’re about to go on an unforgettable Seoul City Tour journey! You will be in the capable hands of our licensed tour guide who is available to answer any questions at any point, so feel free to ask away on Seoul City Tour!
One of the first stops on our Seoul tour will be the Changing of the Guard Ceremony which is a beloved old tradition. Then, we will visit one of Seoul’s main palaces – Gyeongbok Palace which is home to thousands of years worth of history and has survived many turbulent events.
After taking a lunch break, we’ll continue with our Seoul City Tour by heading over to two local markets – Insadong Arts and Crafts Market, and Namdaemun Market. Here, you can find beautiful local treasures to bring home to your loved ones and sample quirky little snacks and Korean street food.
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