Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, N Seoul Tower (with Cable Car)

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, N Seoul Tower (with Cable Car)
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
653 reviews

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!

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Duration 4 - 7 hours
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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

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5 out of 5 stars
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Mei – Canada

Crystal was super knowledgeable about history and gave a very well guided tour.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Erwin – Thailand

Seoul was beautiful and guide Kelly is absolutely amazing. Thank you Kelly 🫰🏻

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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, THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection, City Hall Station, 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

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.

From $32 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5
4.5 out of 5 stars

based on 653 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Mei – CanadaJuly 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Crystal was super knowledgeable about history and gave a very well guided tour.
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Erwin – ThailandJuly 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Seoul was beautiful and guide Kelly is absolutely amazing. Thank you Kelly 🫰🏻
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Sandra – CanadaJune 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Yuna was amazing! She paid attention to every detail from getting us to each destination on time, gathering the group in a specific meeting location, giving us enough time to explore and even teaching how us to barter. Yuna was attentive, personable and very knowledgeable on the tour. I highly recommend everyone to request Yuna to be your guide of Seoul. She knows her information. The bus had great air conditioner on the blistering hot day, thank goodness it was so needed. Thank you Yuna and Mr. Bus driver for a great day exploring Seoul. Congratulations on your wedding next year Yuna!

Response from provider

July 3, 2025

Dear Customer. Hello, this is Melanie from VIP Travel. We are thrilled that you found the tour amazing! We always aim to make sure everyone has a comfortable and memorable experience. Once again, appreciate a lot for your review and hope to see you again with VIP Travel in Korea.

Product ID: 158028

Activity provider:
VIP Travel

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