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The 15 Best Seoul Palace Tours

54 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Five palaces, most of them shut on Mondays and Gyeongbokgung on Tuesdays instead. The 15 below cover Gyeongbokgung and its guard ceremony, the secret garden at Changdeokgung and the routes that link them to Bukchon.

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Bukchon’s hanok lanes and photo stops
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

1.Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

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

This English-guided Seoul tour pairs Gyeongbokgung Palace and its royal guard ceremony with Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Pavilion, a Korean ginseng shop and a finish at Gwangjang Market. Choose a shorter route, a Tuesday version with Deoksugung Palace or N Seoul Tower, or a full-day extension. Guides include Sophie, Sunny, Grace, Chloe and Shin.

“Excellent tour. Grace and all the staff were very good. This was a great way to learn about the history and culture of Korea and see some amazing sights. The tour is very well-organised and it's excellent value for money. There are also plenty of opportunities to ask questions. I would strongly recommend it to anyone.”

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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower) - Tuesday means a different palace day
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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,647 reviews · from $58Top rated

This 7.5-hour Seoul tour combines palace grounds, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, traditional markets, and Namsan Mountain, with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide and central Seoul pickup. The route changes on Tuesdays, and the N Seoul Tower stop includes the cable car, not admission to the tower’s observation deck.

“Great tour and experience while in Korea the first time. Lynn was a nice and helpful tour guide. We were in Seoul for a few days and found this a nice way to see and experience Korean food and culture.”

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Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up) - Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung tell the Joseon story
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Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,474 reviews · from $56

Visit two Joseon palaces, watch the royal guard ceremony when it runs, and see Jogyesa Temple, Insadong and Namdaemun Market with an English-speaking guide. Hotel pickup, transport and entrance fees are included; lunch is not. Groups are capped at 16, and weekday closures bring different stops.

“Well planned tour. Timing was good at each place and Joey was an informative, helpful and charming guide.”

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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village - Gyeongbokgung’s courtyards and royal past
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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

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

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

Spend about eight hours seeing Seoul by air-conditioned coach, from Jogyesa Temple and Gyeongbokgung Palace to N Seoul Tower and Namsangol Hanok Village. A local guide adds context, while hotel pickup, most admission fees, and the Namsan cable car are included. Lunch and the tower’s observation deck cost extra. Guides such as AJ, BK, Lizzy, and Yeoni have earned praise for clear explanations and warm group care.

“Everything was well organized and on time and the city is big and beautiful + the food really good and we lucky with the weather too”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Bukchon’s hanok lanes and photo stops
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

5.Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,044 reviews · from $32

Meet in Myeongdong for a four-hour guided outing by air-conditioned minivan or coach. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway and a ginseng museum, then finish at Gwangjang Market. Guides such as Chloe, Grace, Sunny and Sophie have been praised for clear storytelling, photos and local tips. Transport and admission fees are included, but meals are not.

“This is a fantastic half day tour! Sunny is a very informative guide and we learned so much! The timing of the stops is great, you pack the perfect amount into the time!”

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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower - A short shopping stop at the Ginseng Museum
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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

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

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

Choose a four-hour morning tour or an eight-hour day covering Jogyesa Temple, a royal palace, Insadong and more. The full-day route adds Gwangjang Market, Namsangol Hanok Village and a cable car ride to N Seoul Tower. Guides such as Kelly, Moon and Lynn lead the English-language tours.

“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 - Choosing a look and getting dressed
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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

7.Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

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

At Daehan Hanbok, a one-minute walk from Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4, choose from more than 1,500 traditional and premium hanboks. Staff help you dress, then you can visit five Seoul palaces for free while wearing one, or wander Bukchon Hanok Village. Hair styling, accessories and a women’s petticoat cost extra.

“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 - Jogyesa Temple: a calm start in the city center
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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

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

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

This three-hour morning tour links Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace and the changing of the guard, with coach transport and an English- or Chinese-speaking guide. You may also visit a cultural exhibit and a ginseng shop. Guide assignments vary; past guides include Kelly, Emily, Ray and Sunny. Tuesday visits follow an alternate palace route.

“Judy from VIP Travel absolutely made this experience amazing! Can’t recommend this enough! Everything about this tour was unforgettable!”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental - Walking Through Gyeongbokgung in Hanbok
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

9.Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 289 reviews · 1 day · from $9

Choose a traditional or royal-style hanbok at Gigibebe, a three-minute walk from Gyeongbokgung Station. Your rental includes hair styling, a Korean hairband, a handbag, a locker, and free entry to five Seoul palaces while you wear the outfit. Pick a two-hour, four-hour, or full-day rental, then explore on your own.

“Really enjoyed this experience. I would have added many more of the hair jewelry and loved the cape, very warm. Ladies were kind and helped us get dressed properly.”

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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace - Gwanghwamun Gate: your first grand backdrop
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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

10.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

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

Dress in hanbok, then explore Gyeongbokgung with local guide James and a professional photographer, often Jacob. Expect palace history, guided photo stops at Gwanghwamun Gate and Gyeonghoeru, and more than 100 edited images. Hanbok rental costs extra. On Tuesdays, the tour visits Changdeokgung and Ikseondong Hanok Street instead.

“I think the idea is really great. I loved the hanbok and the guide and photographer were very nice. I just prefer quality over quantity. I think the group was quite large. And there were a lot of pictures taken, but not a lot of pose direction. I am not Read more”

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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle - Gwangjang Market: dinner with more than one bold bite
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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle

11.Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle

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

Start at Hyehwa Station and walk to Changgyeonggung Palace for its royal history and evening views. Then ride between stops for Korean food at Gwangjang Market and a visit to Jogyesa Temple. English-speaking guides such as Ron, Mia, Janice, and Lia have led the tour. Dinner includes pancakes, rice wine, raw beef, and chopped live octopus.

“MUST do when you first come to Seoul! Enoch was the best tour guide and made my mother and I feel comfortable and welcomed. I learned so much about Korean history, food, and culture. The food tour at the market is like a hidden gem that I wouldn’t have found on my own. There is a decent amount of walking, so dress comfortably, but it’s needed after all the good food we ate!”

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Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple) - Cheongwadae Sarangchae near the Blue House
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Best Things to Do – Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

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

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

This three-hour Seoul tour pairs Jogyesa Temple with a royal palace visit, a changing of the guard ceremony and Cheongwadae Sarangchae, near the Blue House. An English- or Chinese-speaking guide leads the way by air-conditioned coach, with hotel pickup offered. The route also includes a ginseng shopping stop, so allow for some sales talk as well as sightseeing.

“Judy was fantastic, she was knowledgeable and interesting without being boring. Her energy level and enthusiasm made the tour wonderful.”

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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace - Jogyesa and the pause for lunch
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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 174 reviews · from $89

Spend about eight and a half hours exploring Seoul’s palaces, Jogyesa Temple and two traditional markets, with a guide, coach transport and lunch included. Expect palace history, time to browse Insadong and Namdaemun, and a 30-minute stop at a ginseng center. Guides vary; past tours have been led by Lizzy, AJ, Felicity, Daria, BK, Miel and Yujeong.

“We took this tour as our first day of our 6-day trip to get to know Seoul, and we are so happy with our tour guide BK! Everything was right on time. BK explained all the historic details of each place we visited. We feel like we know all about the Joseon dynasty in just a 6-hour time spent with BK! Lunch was included and it was very good! BK warned there would be lots of walking to explore temples and palaces, but it was the right amount for a 66-year old like me. Thank you, BK, for a great tour! I highly recommended BK as your tour guide! Catherine”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour - Bukchon’s lanes are the most physical stretch
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

14.Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Meet at City Hall Station for a three-hour morning walk to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum and Bukchon Hanok Village, ending in Insadong. Your English-speaking guide shares Joseon history, local customs and practical Seoul tips. Groups are limited to eight, and the palace entrance ticket is included.

“Our tour guide Stella provided us with an awesome personalised experience of the palace and Hanok. She was very knowledgeable and provided us with a great insight into the history of Korea.”

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Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul - Gyeongbokgung, the grand opening act
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Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul

15.Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $79

Spend a full day moving from Gyeongbokgung Palace and its folk museum to Jogyesa Temple, Changdeokgung Palace, Insadong and Namdaemun Market. Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned coach, a guide and lunch are included. Guides such as Katie, Sally, Lily and Lizzy have been praised for clear explanations and a helpful, flexible manner. The schedule is busy, with a ginseng-center shopping stop along the way.

“A lot of activities crammed into one day but interesting to see. Probably better less activities and more time to spend seeing each one. Sally the guide was fun.”

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