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Seoul Tour will give you the ultimate experience! From exploring ancient temples and witnessing one of the most important Korean rituals, to shopping – Tour is guaranteed to help you create memories!
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 4 - 7 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- 1. Myeongdong Subway Station Exit 9 at 08:50am. (Next to the Exit 10) 2. City Hall Subway Station Exit 6 at 09:00am. Tour guide will check with customer name at the outside of meeting point.
- Private group available
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
I booked the half day tour and I wish I had booked the full day tour. Our tour guide Kelly was an excellent host. She is so lovely, kind and patient and she also took pictures for me as I am a solo traveller. I will definitely be booking some more tours this week.
The tour was very well organized and ran so smoothly. Our tour guide Lynn was excellent. Really enjoyable experience.
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Itinerary
3 pickup location options:
Myeongdong Station Exit 10, THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection, Seoul
Bus/coach
(30 minutes)
Jogyesa Temple
Guided tour (30 minutes)
Gyeongbokgung
Guided tour (1 hour)
National Folk Museum of Korea
Guided tour (30 minutes)
Korean Ginseng Museum
Shopping (30 minutes)
Bus/coach
(30 minutes)
4 drop-off locations:
Myeongdong Station Exit 10, City Hall Station, THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection, Seoul
Main stop
Other stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Visit Jogyesa Temple, the heart of Korean Buddhism, with its golden statues.
- Watch the royal Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Gyeongbok Palace.
- Explore Korea’s history at the National Folk Museum inside the palace grounds.
- Take in panoramic views from N Seoul Tower with a round-trip cable car ride.
- Enjoy shopping and local flavors at Namdaemun Market, Insadong and Ginseng Shop.
Full description
Experience the vibrant cultural heart of Seoul on a guided city tour that blends tradition, architecture, and local flavor.
Begin your journey at Jogyesa Temple, the center of Korean Buddhism, where golden Buddha statues and pine-wood halls echo spiritual serenity. Witness the royal Changing of the Guard Ceremony and explore the grand Gyeongbok Palace, home to kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty.
Continue your discovery at the National Folk Museum, showcasing centuries of Korean life and heritage. Pass by the iconic Blue House, then stop at a ginseng museum and shop to learn about Korea’s traditional medicine.
On the Full Day Tour, enjoy free time for lunch in Insadong, ride a cable car up to N Seoul Tower for panoramic views, and explore a vibrant local market like Namdaemun to shop like a local.
With over a decade of experience, we are proud to be recognized as one of the leading Seoul tour providers. Our expert guides are professionally trained and deeply knowledgeable, ensuring every tour is both historically accurate and powerfully engaging. Book with confidence—your journey will be led by the best in the industry.
Whether you choose a half-day or full-day option, our guides will bring Seoul’s rich history to life while helping you connect with the modern spirit of the city.
Note: Gyeongbok Palace and the National Folk Museum are closed on Tuesdays. On that day, the tour will visit Changdeok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village instead.
* Half-Day City Tour (Morning)
Pickup from hotel (downtown) or designated meeting point
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
Gyeongbok Palace
National Folk Museum of Korea
Ginseng Museum & Shop
Drop-off at Myeongdong or City Hall
* Full-Day City Tour
Pickup from hotel (downtown) or designated meeting point
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
Gyeongbok Palace
National Folk Museum of Korea
Ginseng Museum & Shop
Insadong Street (Free time for lunch)
N Seoul Tower (Round-trip cable car included)
Namdaemun Market or Traditional Market
Drop-off at Myeongdong or City Hall
# Tuesday Alternative Itinerary #
(Gyeongbok Palace & Folk Museum Closed)
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Changdeok Palace
Bukchon Hanok Village
Ginseng Museum & Shop
Insadong Street (Free time for lunch)
N Seoul Tower (Cable Car)
Namdaemun or Local Market
Begin your journey at Jogyesa Temple, the center of Korean Buddhism, where golden Buddha statues and pine-wood halls echo spiritual serenity. Witness the royal Changing of the Guard Ceremony and explore the grand Gyeongbok Palace, home to kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty.
Continue your discovery at the National Folk Museum, showcasing centuries of Korean life and heritage. Pass by the iconic Blue House, then stop at a ginseng museum and shop to learn about Korea’s traditional medicine.
On the Full Day Tour, enjoy free time for lunch in Insadong, ride a cable car up to N Seoul Tower for panoramic views, and explore a vibrant local market like Namdaemun to shop like a local.
With over a decade of experience, we are proud to be recognized as one of the leading Seoul tour providers. Our expert guides are professionally trained and deeply knowledgeable, ensuring every tour is both historically accurate and powerfully engaging. Book with confidence—your journey will be led by the best in the industry.
Whether you choose a half-day or full-day option, our guides will bring Seoul’s rich history to life while helping you connect with the modern spirit of the city.
Note: Gyeongbok Palace and the National Folk Museum are closed on Tuesdays. On that day, the tour will visit Changdeok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village instead.
* Half-Day City Tour (Morning)
Pickup from hotel (downtown) or designated meeting point
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
Gyeongbok Palace
National Folk Museum of Korea
Ginseng Museum & Shop
Drop-off at Myeongdong or City Hall
* Full-Day City Tour
Pickup from hotel (downtown) or designated meeting point
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
Gyeongbok Palace
National Folk Museum of Korea
Ginseng Museum & Shop
Insadong Street (Free time for lunch)
N Seoul Tower (Round-trip cable car included)
Namdaemun Market or Traditional Market
Drop-off at Myeongdong or City Hall
# Tuesday Alternative Itinerary #
(Gyeongbok Palace & Folk Museum Closed)
Jogyesa Buddhist Temple
Changdeok Palace
Bukchon Hanok Village
Ginseng Museum & Shop
Insadong Street (Free time for lunch)
N Seoul Tower (Cable Car)
Namdaemun or Local Market
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected / only for private option and Seoul downtown area)
- English speaking tour guide
- Transportation
- Entrance fees
- Meals
Important information
Know before you go
- * Itinerary will changed to "Hotel Pick up (downtown area only and if option selected) - Jogyesa Buddhist Temple - Changdeok Palace - Bukchon Hanok Village - Ginseng Center - Drop off at Myeongdong or City Hall area" on every Tuesday.
