Gyeongbokgung Palace
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The royal palace grounds stretch for 100 acres (40.5 hectares) and offer a number of sights to see, including the Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, Hyangwonjeong Pond, and the National Folk Museum of Korea, which features more than 98,000 artifacts that detail Korean history and culture. Other highlights are the Third Inner Gate (Geunjeongmun), the Throne Hall (Geunjeongjeon), the Executive Office (Sajeongjeon), and, of course, the king's and queen's quarters. If you can time your visit right, you'll get to see the twice-daily royal guard-changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate, the imposing main gate that separates the palace from one of the busiest parts of the city. Get ready to see full Joseon-era regalia in all its glory.
A stop at Gyeongbokgung Palace is included in most of Seoul city tours and on just about every royalty-themed tour of Seoul. Visit on a bus or walking tour that includes entry and you can explore all parts of the complex while also stopping at other cultural sites such as Jogyesa Temple, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Namsangol Hanok Village.
161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Experience the best of the South Korean capital and explore with ease on this full-day tour of Seoul. Visit Jogye Temple, The Blue House, Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong, Bugak Skyway, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Myeongdong. Your tour is limited to just 15 people for a personalized experience. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off is included. If you choose, upgrade to include a second day tour to the DMZ.
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Seoul Combo: Cultural Heritage Tour with Kimchi Making and Traditional Dress Wearing
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Discover top Seoul attractions with ease, and bring Korea’s ancient culture and heritage to life on this full-day combo tour of Seoul. Enjoy a sightseeing coach trip through Seoul’s city streets and admire famous sites such as Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum. After lunch, put on your traditional clothing and learn formal greeting etiquette Korean-style. Play traditional board games enjoyed during centuries past and learn how to make traditional Korean kimchi. Then, visit a local amethyst factory and ginseng center on route back to Seoul.
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Seoul E-Bike Riding Tour
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Have you ever tried E-bike, electric bicycle? How about joining our tour program? You will rent and experience it by going around major tourists' spot and some places off the beaten path : Gwanghwamun square, Gyeongbokgung or changdeokgung palace, watching change of guard ceremony, going around the palace, seeing Blue House, presidential house by going behind the palace, Tongin Market where you can make your own lunch box, riding upto Baekak mountain - there's paved road and this place has great view of Seoul and you can see Seoul Fortress, which will be the highlight of E-bike tour. It's going to be special experience that most of tourists never know and try. When you go up to the hill, you don't have to worry since E-motor will help your cycling. You will feel like riding on flat road not uphill. You will also stop by Seoul fortress and Gilsangsa buddhist temple for a moment.
- Experience of High performance E-Bike : Merida eSPRESSO 600
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Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photo Shoot
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Avoid having to ask strangers to capture photos of you and your travel companions during a photo shoot tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace that includes traditional Korean dress. Ideal for families and couples, this tour is led by a professional photographer, from who you’ll receive undivided attention and up to 100 photos.
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Morning E-bike Tour & Korean Lunch
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Let our E-bike whisk you up into the hills to visit the Ancient Seoul city wall and enjoy awesome views of the city, And then down into the heart of Ancient Seoul for a home cooked local lunch and a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. See a side of Seoul that many don't get to experience and hit the top tourist spots too!
So, what are the top attractions in Ancient Seoul? The fresh Cheonggyecheon river that flows through time, the majestic Gyungbok Palaces’ grand entrance Gwanghwamun and Gwanghwamun square, the Presidential Blue house, the traditional architecture of the Bukchon village area, and the tranquil Jogeysa Temple. The course is recommended for those who wish to visit many landmarks in Seoul in a short time yet still experience an intimate connection and understanding in context.
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Full Day Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul Tour
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Explore the highlights of Seoul on a full-day tour with an informative guide. Highlights include Jogyesa Temple, the Blue House, the royal guard changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate, and tours of Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in traditional culture at the National Folk Museum, Insadong Antique Street, and at Namdaemun Gate and Namdaemun Market. Includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Seoul City Private Full-Day Tour Including Lunch
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Join this privately led tour of Seoul and discover some of South Korea's renowned cultural gems. See the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony and tour Gyeongbokgung Palace; stroll around Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong; and visit Jogyesa Temple and N Seoul Tower. The full-day itinerary will lead you through the ages, from ancient city to modern-day capital.
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Morning Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
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Admire South Korea’s palace architecture and learn of life in the country’s capital on this 3-hour Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village walking tour. Stroll to Gwanghwamun Gate and visit Gyeongbokgung Palace. Listen as your guide details Joseon Dynasty history and admire traditional construction techniques. Visit the National Folk Museum of Korea and discover over 98,000 artifacts detailing South Korea’s history. Head between Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace to Bukchon Hanok Village. Peer inside traditional houses and learn about Korean lifestyles from the past to the prefect day.
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2 hour photo session in Seoul
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I have a unique eye in capturing pictures of my clients and I know the wonderful (hidden) spots that not many people know.
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Hanbok Photo Shooting Snap(Studio+Gyeongbokgung Palace) & Hanbok Rental, Make-up
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MAKE YOUR BEST MEMORABLE PHOTOS IN KOREA!
● Flowery Hanbok Studio provides All-in-one Professional photo-shooting service (indoor+outdoor) and Professional K-beauty make-up service including Hanbok rental.
● We provide high-quality make-up and photography package for a reasonable price. Photographer will lead you to the best photo spots with guiding posture for good photos. You will get wonderful photos of you wearing Hanbok and make the best memory in Seoul.
● It provides One-stop total service where you can do Hanbok rental(4 hours) with Hanbok Styling + Make-up + Photo shooting.
● Flowery Hanbok Studio is one of the largest Hanbok studio in Seoul where it has more than 400 diverse Hanbok. It has many FREE indoor-photo zones inside the shop where you can enjoy photo-taking even with bad weather.
● Flowery Hanbok Studio Hanbok is located at the best location, where you can easily access to Bukchon Hanok village and Gyeongbokgung palace within 5 minutes.
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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Discover the history and cultural traditions of Korea on this full-day tour of Seoul’s palaces and markets. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace including its National Folklore Museum, and see Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your informative guide accompanies you to Insadong and Namdaemun to explore these bustling local markets on foot. Enjoy a Korean lunch and convenient round-trip coach transport from your hotel.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul
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Gyeongbokgung Palace is widely considered among the finest royal palaces in Seoul, with a history dating back to the 14th-century Joseon dynasty. With this hanbok (traditional Korean attire) rental service, skip the entry queues to the palace and enjoy the chance to dress up like Joseon-era royalty. Choose the rental duration to suit your schedule, and explore Gyeongbokgung Palace in the fashions of a bygone era.
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● Photographer will lead you with guiding posture for good photos. You will get wonderful photos of you wearing Hanbok and make the best memory in Seoul.
● It provides One-stop total service where you can do Hanbok rental(4 hours) with Hanbok styling + Make-up + Photo shooting at indoor studio spots.
● Flowery Hanbok Studio is one of the largest Hanbok studio in Seoul where it has more than 400 diverse Hanbok. It has many FREE indoor-photo zones inside the shop where you can enjoy photo-taking even with bad weather.
● Flowery Hanbok Studio Hanbok is located at the best location, where you can easily access to Bukchon Hanok village and Gyeongbokgung palace within 5 minutes.
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Full-day Panoramic Seoul E-Bike Tour
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By using new-trendy transportation, E-Bike, explore Seoul in Cool way. E-bike is electric bicycle assisting your cycling with high performance e-motor directly on your pedal. So it's not difficult to cycle on an e-bike even on uphill. Your tour guide will bring you to major tourist spot : Gyeongbokgung palace, Bukchon hanok village, Jogyesa temple, Insadong, Tongin Market, cafe at the peak of the mountain, Bugak Sky way,etc! Through the tour, Especially riding up on bugak sky way will be memorable part since it's where you can feel the authenticity/Power of E-Bike. Join the tour, travel Seoul and Experience E-Bike!
• E-Bike(Electric Bicycle) : High performance E-bike Made in German, MERIDA eSPRESSO 600 rental service
• At Major tourists spots, expert tour guide will teach you Korean history and culture
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Small-Group Seoul Morning Royal Palaces Tour
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Spend a morning in Seoul visiting highlights including Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and the National Folk Museum. You'll also stop for photo ops outside the Presindential Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae) and Gwanghwamun Gate during the changing of the guards. Your 3.5-hour tour includes transportation, entrance fees, guide, and hotel pickup. You will be dropped off at either City Hall or Insadong.
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Full-day Customizable Private Seoul Highlight Tour with Hanbok Experience
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Discover the wonders of Korea's past and present on a private full-day tour of Seoul. Choose a provided itinerary, with visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, and Bukchon Hanok Village, or create your own. You can also rent a hanbok (traditional Korean clothing), which is perfect for photographs around the capital. Wherever you go and whatever you do, private transportation is at your disposal.
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K-pop Photoshoot with K-Beauty Makeup & Hair Styling Experience - Hongdae Studio
Ever wanted to know how it feels like to become a K-pop idol for a day? With this half day experience in Seoul that will treat you like a full-on celebrity, now's your chance! This once-in-a-lifetime package will allow you to get a K-pop makeover from one of the finest Korean makeup artists and hair stylists. No need to worry about communication since there will be translators onsite! Work with these professionals to know which look suits you the best. After you're all glammed up, head to the studio to meet a seasoned photographer who'll be instructing you on how to pose and move your body for those perfect shots! They'll be taking around 10 to 20 photos of you which you can download after the shoot. It's a Cinderella story for anyone who loves K-pop and wants to feel like an idol. Who knows? If you're lucky enough, you might even bump into your favorite Korean celebrity, since some idols are known to drop by sometimes. If you're a Hallyu fan, this is something you've got to try out.
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Discover Seoul on this full or half-day walking tour, including Namdaemun Market, Mt Namsan and Myeongdong Street. Follow your guide to Namdaemun Gate, explore the traditional marketplace and gain insight into Joseon Dynasty history. Then travel by bus up Mt Namsan for panoramic views before strolling around Palgakjeong and riding the cable car down to Myeongdong Street. If you choose the full-day option, continue on for a Korean lunch and guided stops at Deoksugung Palace and Seoul Museum of History, concluding with a 75-minute performance at Jeongdong Theater.
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7Days 6N Hotel Classic Private Tour:Jeju-Busan-Gyeongju-DMZ,JSA from Seoul
Do you fancy a tour in and outside of Seoul driving through the less visited but nonetheless gorgeous regions, that are of major significance to Korea? Here is an adequate program that will give you an ample and thorough experience of this vigorous country in a week of time. You will drive to 5 radiant cities with each a contrasting character of its own.
The tour begins from idyllic, volcanic island of Jeju. Busan is a famed metropolis by sea where people enjoy vivacious vacations. Gyeongju is a large countryside wrapping around historical remains of the ancient Silla kingdom, with miles of serene, pastoral scenes. Check out the current day political saga in DMZ, come back to find multi-colored expressions in the world's dynamic and futuristic city, Seoul!
You can customize your destinations during this private tour to spend your time effectively. The original itinerary is always up for your request and change. Plus, the tour guide can always offer you the best local restaurants!
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Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple
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Explore top Seoul attractions including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple on this 3.5-hour Korean palace and temple tour in Seoul. Travel through Seoul by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with your guide. Gain insight into Joseon-era history at Gyeongbokgung Palace, once home to the Korean royal family, and explore the palace compound on foot. Visit the National Folk Museum and learn how life used to be before Korea’s rapid modernization. Then, visit the Jogyesa Temple and enjoy an authentic insight into life as a Zen Buddhist in South Korea’s bustling capital.
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Experience the activity of Kayaking and Paddle Boarding that you never seen in Han River, Seoul. Yap! as the iconic river, Han River has a fun activity that you shouldn't miss. You can choose one activity or both. Your activity will accompany by a professional instructor. Its its possible to have fun without worry. Let's get a game with your friend by battle kayaking in the Han River!
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Itinerary:
• Meet up at Seoul Wind Surfing 17th Building
• Sign up the pledge
• Change clothes and prepare the necessary equipment
• Learn the safety precautions and get a brief lesson with the English instructor (about 30 minutes)
• Enjoy your free time kayaking/paddle boarding (2 hours)
• End of activity
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Meet Up Information:
• Location: Seoul Wind Surfing 17th Building
• 563-1 Jayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 광진구 자양동 563-1)
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• Please arrive at the meet up location 20 minutes before the scheduled time. • No refunds will be issued for latecomers and no-shows
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Central Seoul Tour
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Experience Seoul like a local on this private full-day tour and maximize your time with a custom-made itinerary. Watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace, learn more about traditional Korean culture at Bukchon Hanbok Village and Namsangol Hanok Village, admire views of the North Seoul Tower and Namsan Mountain Park, and shop for souvenirs at the Insadong and Gwangjang markets.
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FAQ’s
Should I book Gyeongbokgung Palace tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Gyeongbokgung Palace can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 192 Gyeongbokgung Palace tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Gyeongbokgung Palace costs USD 7.00. Guided Gyeongbokgung Palace tours start around USD 7.00 per person. See all 192 Gyeongbokgung Palace tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Gyeongbokgung Palace?
The best ways to experience Gyeongbokgung Palace are:
- Full-Day Essential Seoul Tour
- Seoul Combo: Cultural Heritage Tour with Kimchi Making and Traditional Dress Wearing
- Seoul E-Bike Riding Tour
- Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photo Shoot
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