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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbokgung to Gwangjang
5.0
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Seoul
Discover Seoul’s top attractions with a full-day guided tour, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Tower Cable Car, and Gwangjang Market street food. Lunch included.
Discover Seoul’s top attractions with a full-day guided tour, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Tower Cable Car, and Gwangjang Market street food. Lunch included.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gyeongbokgung Palace - Constructed as the official palace of the Joseon dynasty by Yi Seong-gye, who became King Taejo and established the new regime, Gyeongbokgung Palace is often called the Northern Palace due to its location north of Changdeokgung Palace and Gyeonghuigung Palace. It is considered the most beautiful and largest of the five…
- Gyeongbokgung Palace - Constructed as the official palace of the Joseon dynasty by Yi Seong-gye, who became King Taejo and established the new regime, Gyeongbokgung Palace is often called the Northern Palace due to its location north of Changdeokgung Palace and Gyeonghuigung Palace. It is considered the most beautiful and largest of the five palaces. Many Joseon kings, including the 2nd King Jeongjong, 4th King Sejong, 6th King Danjong, 7th King Sejo, 9th King Seongjong, 11th King Jungjong, and 13th King Myeongjong, were crowned here. The palace was once destroyed by fire during the Imjin War (1592-1598) but was later restored under Heungseondaewongun during King Gojong’s reign. The assassination of Empress Myeongseong led to the palace losing its royal function, marking the decline of the Joseon dynasty.
- Bukchon Hanok Village - Nestled among Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to numerous traditional houses, known as hanok, from the Joseon dynasty. The name Bukchon, meaning “northern village,” reflects its position north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jongno. Today, many hanoks serve as cultural centers, guesthouses, restaurants, and tea houses, offering visitors a chance to experience traditional Korean culture. As it is a residential area, visitors should be respectful while exploring.
- Insadong - Situated in the city’s heart, Insa-dong is a significant area showcasing traditional goods. The main road is flanked by alleys filled with galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes. The galleries are the core of Insa-dong, with around 100 galleries displaying traditional Korean art, from paintings to sculptures. Notable galleries include Hakgojae Gallery, a folk art hub, and Gana Art Gallery, which supports emerging artists. The teahouses and restaurants, hidden in winding alleys, complement the galleries, creating a treasure hunt-like experience. Insa-dong’s unique shops attract visitors of all ages.
- N Seoul Tower - Namsan Seoul Tower, Korea’s first multipurpose tower, combines a sightseeing observatory with a broadcasting tower. For over 40 years, it has been a prominent Korean landmark and a popular tourist spot. The observatory provides a panoramic city view, making it a favorite among locals and tourists. The Namsan Cable Car, operational since 1962, transports visitors from the mountain’s base to the tower. Shuttle buses from downtown Seoul to the cable car are available for convenience.
- Namsan Cable Car - Offering a sweeping view of downtown Seoul, the Namsan Cable Car has been operational for over 40 years, transporting both tourists and locals to the iconic Namsan Seoul Tower.
- Kwangjang Market - As Korea’s first permanent market, Gwangjang Market remains a bustling tourist attraction. The name Gwangjang means “to gather from afar and keep altogether.” Initially a small trading hub for nearby goods, it has expanded into a large wholesale market offering upholstery, imported goods, groceries, dried fish, traditional items, and more. The food street, linked to the East Gate, North Gate 2, and South Gate 1, is the market’s most popular area, offering a wide variety of menus and is highly recommended for international visitors.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English-speaking guide
- Admission fee including N tower cable car (no observatory)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English-speaking guide
- Admission fee including N tower cable car (no observatory)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- on Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung palace is replaced to Duksugung palace
- N tower observatory
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- on Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung palace is replaced to Duksugung palace
- N tower observatory
- Lunch
Additional Information
Experience a private tour of Seoul with a knowledgeable guide! (Minimum of 2 people required for departure)
Starting November 1, this program has transitioned to a private tour. Reservations made before October 31 will not include lunch.
Discover Seoul’s renowned attractions and immerse yourself in the charm of Korea, visiting places like Gyeongbokgung…
Experience a private tour of Seoul with a knowledgeable guide! (Minimum of 2 people required for departure)
Starting November 1, this program has transitioned to a private tour. Reservations made before October 31 will not include lunch.
Discover Seoul’s renowned attractions and immerse yourself in the charm of Korea, visiting places like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, N Tower Cable Car, Insa-dong, and savoring street food at Gwangjang Market.
- Full-day guided tour of Seoul with an English-speaking guide
- Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Explore Bukchon Hanok Village and Insa-dong
- Ride the N Tower Cable Car (Observatory not included)
- Enjoy Gwangjang Market
- Admission tickets are provided
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included
- Minimum of 2 people required for departure!
Location
Gyeongbokgung Palace
161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(18 Ratings)
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Kim_c
Nov 2, 2025
Thanks for a great day, Michael - We had such a brilliant experience with our Guide Michael. From the contact the day before the tour, the morning of and all throughout the day. He was super knowledgeable and so helpful all throughout the day. We visited so many places and have such a nice collection of family memories and photos from the day too. Highly recommend!
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Roger_n
Apr 2, 2025
The guide was willing to... - The guide was willing to accommodate our special requests and adjust accordingly. We had a great time.
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Arlene_l
Mar 16, 2025
Fabulous day with Mr. Bean! - We had a wonderful day with Mr. Bean. He was very knowledgeable and did not rush us with seeing all of the highlights of Seoul. The tour was very comprehensive and covered a lot of sights. We would definitely recommend doing this tour with Mr. Bean when in Seoul.
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Joel_a
Jan 31, 2025
Michael was a fabulous... - Michael was a fabulous guide and he was so willing to go out of his way to ensure that we had the best experience in Seoul.
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Andy_m
Nov 16, 2024
Excellent Tour Guide - Our tour guide was Michael Park and he was excellent! He picked us up at our hotel which was a bit complicated because it is part of a shopping plaza and a big building. Nonetheless, he knew exactly where to pick us up at. He contacted us prior to the actual day to confirm his contact. He spoke and texted in English which made it easier for me. Every site we visited, he knew the history of it and it made it a lot more interesting. He vehicle was clean and comfortable. Places where there were no parking, he dropped us off and told us to wait until he parked the car and came to meet us.
I would highly recommend Michael again should we come back to Korea and need a tour guide. Very pleasant and excellent tour guide!
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Wilma_t
Nov 1, 2024
A good way to visit the highlights of Seoul within one day - This small tour visits the highlights of Seoul: 福德宮，南山 and 仁寺洞 in the private car, which is comfortable and hustle-free for first time visitors to Seoul. Our tour guide, Michael, Is extremely familiar with these places. We were fortunate to have joined the Tour as it only runs on Saturday and we have certainly enjoyed our trip.
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Richard_l
Oct 27, 2024
Highlights of Seoul with local insights and nice pacing. - Our tour guide Michael drove five of us around to visit all of the places listed on the tour. While walking and explaining what we were seeing, he was happy to answer questions about life in Korea as well. There was sufficient time for meal / snack breaks, we also had some wandering-around time on our own, and he even helped us out at the end by dropping us off about a 10 minute walk from Insadong rather than our hotel at the end of the tour. Really nice experience.
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2014jolly
Oct 24, 2024
Amazing Guide! - Two thumbs up for our tour guide Michael! He got in touch with us to confirm the time and pick up location, he was punctual, knowledgeable, funny and was a good driver. He managed to cover all the places on the itinerary and gave tips and information that we found helpful. We hope to have him as our tour guide again when we come back. We will definitely recommend this tour---and Michael---to our travelling friends!
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Candice_n
Oct 8, 2024
Don Lee was an excellent tour guide, on time and flexible, - Don Lee was a terrific guide, he was flexible on the schedule, rearranging the order of the stops based on the expected crowds. We used Klook in Japan, not pleased since it stated guided tour but it wasn’t.
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Elizabeth_t
Oct 7, 2024
My tour guide Christine... - My tour guide Christine and partner Young provide us exceptional service from the start of our tour thru the end. We learned so much about the cultures and history . This is the daily tour that I recommend . Thank you so much.
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