Category Gyeongbokgung & Palace Tours

Seoul · GYEONGBOKGUNG & PALACE TOURS

The 15 Best Palace Tours in Seoul

51 reviewed

Seoul keeps five grand palaces, and Gyeongbokgung is only the start. Below are the best palace tours in the city: which time the changing of the guard, which include a hanbok rental to walk the grounds in, which fold Bukchon and Insadong into the same morning, with prices and durations for each.

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Bukchon Hanok Village: turning photos into a real sense of place

1.Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,321 reviews · 4 - 9 hours · from $32Our pick

A fast, guided Seoul sweep of **Gyeongbokgung Palace**, **Bukchon**, **Bugak views**, and the **Ginseng Museum**, ending at **Gwangjang Market**.

“Really interesting experience! Our guide, Sophie, was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helpful throughout the tour. The surroundings were absolutely stunning, which made the whole experience even more memorable. Sophie also gave us useful hand warmers, which were really appreciated in the cold winter. We received valuable insights into Korean history and culture, and she also told us interesting curiosities about K-pop and Korean dramas. I would highly recommend this tour!”

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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower) - Gyeongbokgung Gate and Palace Time: The Royal Core

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up) - Getting Picked Up and Keeping the Day Moving

Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village - Pickup, Timing, and How the Day Flows (So You Don’t Feel Rushed)

4.Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,423 reviews · from $80

Seoul highlights in 8 hours with hotel pickup, Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower views, and Hanok Village—most admissions included.

“This was a good tour which took us to several sites in a very efficient way. Charles was a terrific guide. He was very informative and kept us on schedule.”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Bukchon Hanok Village: turning photos into a real sense of place

Seoul Half-Day City Highlight, Palace Tour with Hanbok

Seoul Half-Day City Highlight, Palace Tour with Hanbok - K Star Hanbok: Dressing Up Without Wasting the Morning

6.Seoul Half-Day City Highlight, Palace Tour with Hanbok

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 764 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

A 4-hour Seoul highlight with **Hanbok** at **Gyeongbokgung**, the Guard ceremony, Bukchon lanes, and a historic house visit.

“It was a fantastic experience with our precious guide Lia. We put on kimonos and visited the royal palace. At the end of the tour, she even left me lit candles for my birthday! I'm very happy! I highly recommend it! ^_~”

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Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night

Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night - Changgyeonggung Palace After Dark: Lanterns, Quiet Courtyards, and Real Meaning

Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower - Jogyesa Temple and the Changing of the Guard at Gwanghwamun

8.Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 726 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $26

A guided Seoul highlights day: Jogyesa, Changing of the Guard, Gyeongbokgung, Insadong, Gwangjang Market, and N Seoul Tower views.

“Our guide, Moon, made it a great trip. She made sure we received some history, and helped us all take the best photos before the large crowds gathered. She also made sure to answer any questions we may have had.”

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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry - Choosing a hanbok: traditional vs premium and how to pick fast

9.Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 611 reviews · 1 hour · from $6Best value

Rent a hanbok near Gyeongbokgung for about $6, get free palace entry, and explore streets in traditional dress with help and lockers.

“Beautiful range of hanboks to choose from which the assistants helps with changing into. Handbag, headband and lockers were also included.”

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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony - Cheongwadae Sarangchae and the Blue House Pass-By Moment

10.Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 357 reviews · from $38

Morning coach tour of Seoul: Jogyesa Temple, the Blue House area, Gyeongbokgung changing of the guard, plus a museum and shopping stop.

“The short tour was great for us - VIP transportation from meeting point to the various locations, and an informative guide (well done Gabby!). Gyeongbok Palace was impressive, the changing of the guard was colourful. As we were a small group, we could adapt the drop off point to suit us close to our hotel.”

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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace - Tour Basics: What You Pay, What’s Extra, What’s Included

12.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · from $60

Wear hanbok, get styled, tour Gyeongbokgung with a historian guide, then pose at royal spots for 100+ edited photos.

“Great experience with James and Jacob! H great information and history, like walking into your own K-Drama!!! Jacob and James tailored the experience for the group and we passed many larger groups to take great pictures in private areas of the palace.”

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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle

Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle - Jogyesa Temple lantern stop: short timing, clear Buddhism context

13.Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $79

Seoul at night tastes like Korea. Palace lights, lantern temple, and Gwangjang Market snacks for $79 with an English guide and fees included.

“I am glad I chose this tour as it was more than just a food tasting tour. We started with Changgyeonggung palace. Sen was our guide and she told us a lot of interesting stories of the palace. The food tasting was at Namdaemun market and food was plentiful. We also walked through Insadong, which was very cool with the cafes housed in traditional hanks. Ended the tour at Jogyesa temple. Sen was a wonderful guide, gave us a lot of information about the places visited and the food we ate. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Best Things to Do – Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple) - Jogyesa Temple: a calm downtown start with a living atmosphere

14.Best Things to Do – Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · from $38

Half-day Seoul tour with hotel pickup, Jogyesa Temple, palace ceremonies, Blue House exhibits, market time, and ginseng shopping.

“Tour guide Lynn was amazing! Chatted the whole time, including in the bus rides, superb english and very knowledgeable. Only drawback to the trip was the ONE HOUR spent at the Ginseng museum, which was a bait-and-switch for them to sell you Ginseng. Felt unauthentic, pushy and planned. Other than this, GREAT tour!”

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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace

Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace - Jogyesa Temple: the old core of Korean Buddhism