Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony | 3 hours

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Seoul City Half Day-Morning
2 Adults x $38.00
$76.00
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$76.00
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide (Englishs or Chinese)
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Hotel pickup
  • Lunch
  • Hotel drop-off (dropped off at City Hall or Myeongdong)
  • Gratuities
  • Gyeongbok Palace (& Changing of Guard Ceremony) & National Folk Museum are closed on every Tuesday.
  • Tuesday : Gyeongbok Palace - National Folk Museum -> Changdeok Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village

Overview

Learn about Seoulā€™s royal and religious history as you sightsee with a knowledgeable local guide. Travel by coach to several stunning landmarks in the capital, including Jogyesa Temple and the pavilions of Gyeongbokgung Palace. During your 3.5-hour morning tour, gape at the awe-inspiring architecture of the Joseon Dynasty, see a Changing of the Guard ceremony and learn about Korean cultural traditions at Cheongwadae Sarangchae. Hotel pickup is included, with drop-off at City Hall, leaving you a free afternoon to explore more on your own.

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Itinerary

  • Jogyesa Temple

    The Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is one of the most important landmarks of Korean Buddhism, first established all the way back in 1935. The temple is located in downtown Seoul and is graced by an ancient white pine tree. There are a few important steps to entering the temple. First, you must go through ā€œIljumā€, which is the one pillar gate. The ā€œIljumunā€ symbolizes the division between the world of the living and that of the holy Buddha world. You will have a beautiful spiritual experience and be able to admire the splendid, golden statues.

    40 minutes

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace

    Changing of the Guard Ceremony ā€“ witness a spectacular Korean tradition You will see the meticulously choreographed ceremony that takes place in front of Gwanghwamun Gate. This tradition originated during the Joseon Dynasty and the city decided to bring it back for reenactment in 1996. The soldiers wear colorful blue and red uniforms and gracefully patrol the gates of the palace in protection of the king. The tradition is very elegant and simply beautiful to watch! Gyeongbok Palace (Except Tuesdays) ā€“ live like a royal Next up on our Seoul City Tour is Gyeongbokgung Palace. This was the main home of the Joseon Dynasty constructed in 1395. This is a stunning building with 7,700 rooms! The palace did take a few hits over the years, which makes it all the more interesting to see today! Some of the highlights here are Gangnyeongjeon, the kingā€™s main quarters, Geunjeongjeon where the king accepted formal visits, Gyeonghoeru ā€“ the special banquet hall, and more!

    1 hour

  • National Folk Museum of Korea

    The National Palace Museum of Korea was initially established as the ā€œKorean Imperial Museumā€ in 1908; however, it was renamed and relocated many times throughout its history. Today the museum holds approximately 45,000 artefacts and royal treasures from Joseon Dynasty palaces and the Korean Empire. In addition, you can find 14 of South Koreaā€™s National Treasures located here. With 500 years of history on display, you can get a real sense of the past and discover what it was like to live as a Joseon King and Queen.

    30 minutes

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    Ginseng Museum & Shopping

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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