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Gyeongbokgung Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village Tour

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Gyeongbokgung Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village Tour
  • Duration

    4 hours

  • Available

    Mon · Wed · Thu · Fri · Sat · Sun

  • Max group size

    15

  • Guide languages

    EN

Highlights

  • Watch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Gwanghwamun
  • Explore Gyeongbokgung's throne hall and Gyeonghoeru Pavilion
  • Stroll the photogenic lanes of Bukchon Hanok Village
  • Free palace entry when wearing hanbok

Overview

Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Your guide brings 500 years of court life to life as you move through its gates, halls and gardens, then leads you uphill into Bukchon, where traditional wooden hanok homes still line quiet alleys. Choose the hanbok option to dress in traditional attire for the full experience — and the best photos.

Itinerary

  1. 09:00

    Meet at Gyeongbokgung Station

    Exit 5. Hanbok guests are fitted at a partner shop nearby.

  2. 09:40

    Gwanghwamun Gate & Guard Ceremony

    Watch the Royal Guard changing ceremony.

  3. 10:00

    Gyeongbokgung Palace

    Geunjeongjeon throne hall, Gyeonghoeru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong.

  4. 11:30

    Bukchon Hanok Village

    Guided walk through the eight scenic viewpoints.

  5. 13:00

    Tour ends in Bukchon

    Your guide recommends nearby lunch spots.

What's included

  • Licensed English, Chinese or Japanese guide
  • Palace admission
  • Hanbok rental for 2 hours (hanbok option)
  • Bottled water

What's not included

  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses

Important information

  • Gyeongbokgung is closed on Tuesdays.
  • Wear comfortable shoes — the tour involves around 3 km of walking.
  • Bukchon is a residential area; please keep noise to a minimum.

Terms of use

Please present your voucher (mobile or printed) at the meeting point. Itineraries may change due to weather, traffic or local regulations; equivalent alternatives will be provided.

Cancellation & refund policy

Cancel up to 48 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours or no-shows are non-refundable.

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