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Seoul City Half Day Tour Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

By VIP TRAVEL Co.Ltd
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$50 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Learn about Seoul’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.

Activity location

  • Jogyesa Temple
    • 45 Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu,
    • 110-170, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • City Hall Station
    • 04519, Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

Check availability

Morning Seoul City Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$49.92 x 1 AdultNZ$49.92
Total
Price is NZ$49.92
Until Tue, 9 Jun

Afternoon Half Day City Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours
Minivan, Minibus or Coach: The type of transport will depend on the group size for the selected date and time.
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:00 PM
Price details
NZ$65.42 x 2 AdultsNZ$130.84
Total
Price is NZ$130.84
Until Tue, 9 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional guide (Englishs or Chinese)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel drop-off (dropped off at City Hall or Myeongdong)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gyeongbok Palace (& Changing of Guard Ceremony) & National Folk Museum are closed on every Tuesday.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tuesday : Gyeongbok Palace - National Folk Museum -> Changdeok Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Jogyesa Temple

  • 40m
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 city centre 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 “Iljum”, which is the one pillar gate. The “Iljumun” symbolises 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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Changing of the Guard Ceremony – 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 colourful 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) – 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 king’s main quarters, Geunjeongjeon where the king accepted formal visits, Gyeonghoeru – the special banquet hall, and more!

National Folk Museum of Korea

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
The National Palace Museum of Korea was initially established as the “Korean Imperial Museum” 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 Korea’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.

청하고려인삼(주)

  • 30m
Ginseng Museum & Shopping

Location

Activity location

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    Jogyesa Temple
    • 45 Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu,
    • 110-170, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    City Hall Station
    • 04519, Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

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