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Seoul: Gyeongbokgung & Insa-dong Gastroventure Day Tour
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- Free cancellation available
- 6h
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Overview
- Explore the grandeur of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the most famous palace in Korea
- Watch the changing of the guard ceremony at the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
- Discover the history of the palace and the lives of the women, kings, and queens
- Explore the art alleyways of Insadong, a cultural hub that blends tradition and modernity
- Enjoy a traditional Korean lunch and learn how to make kimchi at a workshop
Activity location
- Seoul
- Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 서울특별시 경복궁역사거리 | Exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station(Line 3) (stairs in front of the National Palace Museum of Korea)
- Naeja-dong, Seoul, South Korea
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Seoul: Gyeongbokgung & Insa-dong Gastroventure Day Tour
- 6h
Activity duration is 6 hours 6h - English
What's included, what's not
- Local tour guide
What's included What's included - Full-course Korean traditional meal (Hanjeongsik)
What's included What's included - Kimchi making experience
What's included What's included - Traditional Korean tea tasting
What's included What's included - Traveler's insurance
What's excluded What's excluded
What you can expect
Travel back in time on this immersive day tour and experience the royal history and vibrant culinary culture of Korea. Explore the grand halls and pavilions of Gyeongbokgung Palace, learn about the lives of the palace women, kings, and queens, and discover the charms of Insa-dong.
Begin your tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace, the most famous palace in Korea. Experience the grandeur of the Joseon Dynasty and watch the changing of the guard ceremony, which reenacts the military traditions of the Joseon Dynasty. Stroll through the Heungnyemun Gate and the Geunjeongjeon Hall, where the king held court.
Admire the intricate patterns and the symbolic significance of Korean palace architecture, including the Sujeongjeon Hall and the Sujongjeon Hall. Learn about the lives, roles, and daily routines of the palace women. Visit the Hyeopwonjeong Pavilion, a serene lakeside villa once used by the king.
Next, explore Insa-dong, a cultural hub where tradition and modernity coexist. Stroll through the alleyways filled with calligraphy shops, antique stores, and craft workshops. Discover the historical importance of Insa-dong, which has transformed from an academic center to an artist's hub.
Enjoy a traditional Korean lunch with a full-course meal. Learn about the origins of Hanjeongsik, a traditional royal cuisine, and taste a variety of side dishes, grilled fish, soup, and rice.
Participate in a kimchi-making experience, one of the most famous Korean dishes. Understand the fermentation process of kimchi and the health benefits of this dish. Compare Korean, Chinese, and Japanese kimchi and take home the kimchi you made in the workshop.
Experience Korea's long tea culture in a peaceful atmosphere at a traditional tea museum. Learn about Korea's tea brewing techniques and the connection between meditation and relaxation. Try a variety of Korean teas, such as green tea, persimmon leaf tea, and fermented black tea.
Location
Activity location
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- Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - 서울특별시 경복궁역사거리 | Exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station(Line 3) (stairs in front of the National Palace Museum of Korea)
- Naeja-dong, Seoul, South Korea