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Guided visit of Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple

Delve into Korean history on a guided visit of the enormous Gyeongbokgung palace and its splendid gardens! Stroll through the national folklore museum and visit the Jogyesa Buddhist Temple!

The essentials

Delve into Korean history on a guided visit of the enormous Gyeongbokgung palace and its splendid gardens! Stroll through the national folklore museum and visit the Jogyesa Buddhist Temple!

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Languages
English
Starting time
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cancellation Cancellation with conditions

Description

Set off on a discovery of Korean civilisation during a guided mini-bus and walking tour which will introduce you to Seoul's must-see historic monuments!

A shuttle will pick you up directly from your hotel to take you to Gyeongbokgung Palace. On the way, you will pass by the Blue House, the Korean presidential building.

Upon arrival in Gyeongbokgung, you will watch the changing of the guard. Dressed in period costumes from the Joseon dynasty, the palace guards will perform the ceremony before your eyes and you can then take photos with them.

You will then enter into the palace grounds where your guide will present the history of this major residence of the kings of the Joseon dynasty. You will cross many courtyards and gardens and discover the main buildings of this complex which had around 330. Of particular note you will discover the throne room, the king and queen's quarters, the reception venues for prestigious guests and the residence of the crown prince.

You will then visit the National Folklore Museum consisting of a pagoda-shaped building featuring several exhibition halls which will introduce you to Korean lifestyle and customs.

Your guide will then take you to see the Jogyesa Buddhist Temple.

Finally, your shuttle bus will drop you off in the Itaewon district, a key area for Seoul for a shopping spree or put your finger on the pulse of one of the Korean capital's most happening and multi-cultural neighbourhoods!

Important information

  • Availability: every day except Tuesday (except in exceptional circumstances)
  • Times: 9:00am and 1:00pm
  • Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours
  • Departure location: your hotel
  • Language: English
     
  • A shuttle bus will come and collect you 30 minutes before the begins
  • The tour will finish in the Itaewon district
  • As this is a visit to place of worship, you must wear appropriate clothing
  • To make the most of your trip, make sure you wear shoes that you can slip off easily in order to enter the palace's different buildings

Included

  • Pick up from your hotel

  • Commentary by an English speaking tour guide

  • Entry to Gyeongbokgung Palace

  • Visit to the National Folk Museum

  • Tour of the Jogyesa Temple

  • Pick-up to go to the Itaewon neighbourhood

Not included

  • Tips (optional)
  • Any other extras

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