Gyeongbok Palace and Korean Folk Village Tour

From $130 • 8 hours • Seoul City Tour Co, Ltd., • Seoul, South Korea, Yongin • Pickup available • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The Gyeongbok Palace and Korean Folk Village Tour offers an immersive experience into South Korea's rich history and culture over the course of eight hours. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking to understand traditional Korean life, featuring visits to the iconic Gyeongbok Palace in Seoul and the authentic Korean Folk Village in Yongin. Participants will benefit from the insights of a professional guide, enjoy a convenient air-conditioned vehicle for transportation, and have lunch included. The combination of royal architecture and cultural heritage makes this tour distinctive, providing a comprehensive view of Korea's past.

Inclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Itinerary

Step 1

Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Seoul.

Step 2

You will first pass by the Korean Blue House, which is the executive office and official residence of the Republic of Korea's head of state.

Step 3

Next, you will visit the main and biggest palace, Gyeongbok Palace, which also houses the National Folk Museum of Korea. Spend some time here learning about Korea's history.

After your palace visit

head to Jogyesa Temple, the largest temple in South Korea. Appreciate the calmness and the contrast of having a temple in the middle of a metropolitan city.

Step 5

Korea has one of the largest ginseng industries in the world. Stop by a ginseng center to learn about its health benefits and you will have the opportunity to purchase if you wish.

Step 6

Enjoy lunch at a traditional Korean restaurant. Vegan and plant-based Korean dishes will be available as well.

Step 7

Now we are getting out from hectic Seoul and have some fresh air in Yongin. In Yongin, there is Korean Folk Village where we will spend our afternoon. Experience Korean ancestral life and culture through the numerous activities available here. There are also some parks which are divided in History sections where you can see the replicas of all kinds of Korean History.

After experiencing this unforgettable tour

now you will be back to our cozy transportation and head back to your hotel in Seoul safely.

Please Note

Stroller or pram accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
A moderate amount of walking is involved; it is recommended that you wear good walking shoes
Please note: On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum may be closed; if this is the case, you will visit Deoksu Palace, the History Museum instead
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Please reconfirm with the local service provider on your exact pickup time prior to travel or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly
pick up time is all different depengding on the hotel location.
So, please confirm your meeting time with local operator