Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)

4.8(97)3 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Seoul N Tour

About this activity

On this tour, you will visit the Buddhist temple in the city, the Presidential Blue House Square and Gyeongbokgung Palace for 3.5 hours with a small group. First, you will visit Jogyesa temple that represents Buddhism in Seoul and pass by the Cheongwadae, the Presidential Blue House, that symbol of with blue tiles and move on to Gwanghwamun Gate to see the royal guard changing ceremony. After the ceremony, you will explore Gyeongbokgung Palace that is also referred to as the northern palace. Also you will visit a museum called the National Folk Museum, where you can see how Koreans from a few centuries ago lived.

Please note that Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed on Tuesdays or during special events. In such cases, the itinerary will change to Deoksugung Palace without prior notice.

What's included

✓Professional guide
✓Hotel pickup in Central Seoul
✓All Fees and Taxes

Not included

✕Food
✕Hotel drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Estimated pickup is between 08:30 ~ 08:50 AM at City Hall Station, Exit 6 (next to The Plaza Hotel). Your exact time will be confirmed via WhatsApp, your booking platform, or email by 6:00 PM (KST) the day before your tour.
Estimated pickup is between 08:20 ~ 08:40 AM. Your exact time will be confirmed via WhatsApp, your booking platform, or email by 6:00 PM (KST) the day before your tour.
For those staying outside our pickup area, please arrive at the Jogyesa Temple main gate by 8:55 AM to join your guide at the meeting point.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for participants with back problems or heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
This tour is proceeding with minimum 2 people and if the participants number is below it, the tour can be cancelled.
Please note that Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed on Tuesdays or during special events. In such cases, the itinerary will change to Deoksugung Palace without prior notice.

Cancellation policy

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

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