




Seoul: Highlights of Seoul Full-Day Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 8h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
- Walk around Bukchon for its lovely traditional Korean houses(X Sundays)
- Enjoy the stunning panoramic views of Seoul from Bugak Palgakjeong
- Shop Korea Ginseng, best ginseng products in the world in Ginseng Museum
- Travel by a comfortable transportation with a professional local guide
Activity location
- Seoul
- Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 대한민국 서울특별시 중구 충무로2가 61-7 | Meet at the outside of Myeongdong Station Exit 10, next to Sejong Hotel
- Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Seoul, South Korea
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Highlights of Seoul Full-Day Tour
- 8h
- English
What's included, what's not
- Entrance fees
- Local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or coach
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal expenses
- Hanbok rental
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby strollers, Pets
- Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
What you can expect
Your day will start with a tour guide to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the most beautiful and remains the largest of all five palaces (Tuesday: visit Changdeokgung place).
Your will watch “Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony”, a unique and special ceremony in the palace.
Bukchon Hanok village which literally translates to “northern village,” where many traditional houses operate as cultural centers, guesthouses and restaurants. From 2024 November 1st, all the tourists are prohibited to visit the village on Sundays and you visit Namsangol Hanok village on Sundays.
Bugak Palgakjeong, also known as the Bugak Pavilion, you'll be captivated by the stunning panoramic views of Seoul. This tranquil pavilion is nestled on the slopes of Bugaksan Mountain, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling city below. Take some time to absorb the beauty of the landscape and capture some incredible photographs.
Cheongha Korea Ginseng. Ginseng is first mentioned in “Ji Jiu Zhang” during Han dynasty of China as herb used widely in the orient for so many diseases and ailments. It is a plant which had been regarded as a panacea, a cure all. In the studies, Korean ginseng shows best performances in adaptogenic properties.
Lunch time is given(At own expense) in Gwangjang Market, the nation’s first market. Although the goods are not brand name products, the wide selection of high-quality goods at inexpensive prices will make it an enjoyable shopping experience. The market is famous for the delicious foods so have lunch or some snacks. After lunch, afternoon tour starts.
The War Memorial of Korea is a museum established in 1994. It gives us thought of preventing war through lessons from the Korean War and hope for reunification of North and South Korea
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, opened on December 26, 2012. The museum features four permanent exhibition halls which cover the period from the late 19th century to the present of South Korea. You will have photo time on the rooftop with Gyeongbokgung palace view
Jogyesa Temple is chief temple of the Jogye order which represents the Korean Buddhism. It promotes embodiment of society where people live together and Bodhisattva's spirit. Also, the temple is a historic site that has lived through the turbulent modern history of Korea.
Tapgol Park is a public park that lies at the center of Seoul, near Insadong. It was here in 1919 where the March 1st Korean Independence Movement began. This movement called for the independence of Korea from Japanese rule. The park is also briefly featured in Squid Game Season 2 episode 1 “Bread and Lottery.” In the scene, the recruiter passes out lottery tickets and bread to the homeless there before stamping down the remaining bread.
The tour is scheduled to conclude at Myeongdong Cathedral, located near Myeong-dong Station.
Location
Activity location
- Seoul
- Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 대한민국 서울특별시 중구 충무로2가 61-7 | Meet at the outside of Myeongdong Station Exit 10, next to Sejong Hotel
- Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Seoul, South Korea