Essential Palace Tour in Seoul
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Join us and discover Seoul! Walk through the city’s historic palaces, uncover royal secrets, and step back to the 14th century to experience the life of kings and their courts firsthand.
We are an international couple living in Seoul. Serena is from the Netherlands, and Eduardo is Korean and majored in Spanish. Together, we offer tours in Spanish, English, and Dutch. Since we guide for fun and to help tourists, you are free to decide what you will give us at the end!
The main goal of our tour is to explore two of the most famous palaces of Seoul, namely Deoksu Palace and Gyeongbok Palace. We will further introduce you to the Cheonggyecheon stream, the statues of King Sejong and Admiral Lee Sun-Shin, and everything you can see along the way. We only accept small groups, which allows us to adjust to your pace, keep the experience personal, and make sure that everyone receives our full attention.
*For Deoksugung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace, there is a fee required to enter (+/- 4000 won = +/- $3)
* we will meet at 1:00PM in Gwanghwamun Station Exit2
Meeting point
Gwanghwamun station exit 2
Before you go
- Length
- About 3h
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 09:00, 10:15, 14:30 (Seoul time)
- Coming up
- 41 departures in 3 months, 1 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 3h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Gwanghwamun station exit 2. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
41 departures are listed in the next three months, 1 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 09:00, 10:15 and 14:30. Times are local to Seoul.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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