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The 15 Best Seoul Palace Tours

32 tours  ·  from $6

Five royal palaces sit inside the old walls, and a rented hanbok gets you into them for nothing. The 15 below sort the guided mornings, the combined palace-and-market days and the hanbok packages by price, walking distance and how much of the day they take.

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the royal guard ceremony
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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 flexible Seoul tour joins Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, a Korean ginseng museum, and Gwangjang Market. Choose a half-day or full-day route, with guides such as Sophie, Sunny, Grace, Chloe, and Shin leading in English. Transport, palace entry, and optional hotel pickup are included.

“Sunny is a wonderful person, she did everything to present us with all the places we saw, she fulfilled all our wishes and she is so kind and nice.”

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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower) - Gwanghwamun Gate and the Joseon royal center
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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 group tour links Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, traditional markets, Namsangol Hanok Village, and N Seoul Tower. English or Chinese guides such as Kelly, Lynn, Hana, and Sunny may lead the day. Central pickup, transport, palace admission, and the round-trip Namsan cable car are included.

“Touring Seoul with a local is the best, that was Lynn for us. She went above and beyond to share her knowledge and experience on the city. She also provided recommendation on where to eat or shopping experience. Skincare is her strength and shared all the tricks available in the local market and even walked with us after the tour to her favourite places for skincare and provided advice.”

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Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up) - Gwanghwamun Gate and the royal guard ceremony
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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

Spend a full day with an English-speaking guide visiting Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, bottled water, and transport are included. Guides such as Young, BK, Sookee, and Lua are often praised for clear history and friendly help.

“Did the Seoul City Tour led be Yeoni. Got to see lots of sights in the day, though the itinerary changed a bit from what was booked. I appreciated that Yeoni had an optional arranged lunch during the “free time” in Insadong for those of us who didn’t want the hassle of finding our own lunch spot. I wish we had spent more time at the Folk Museum, that was the one part that felt rushed.”

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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village - A drive past the Blue House adds modern political context
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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 touring Seoul with a local guide such as AJ, BK, Lizzy, or Charles. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Folk Museum, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village, with hotel pickup and most entry fees included.

“AJ was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable, organized and sense of humour. A good tour for Seoul highlights”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the royal guard ceremony
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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

Start near Myeongdong with a guide such as Grace, Sunny, Chloe, Sophie, or Shin, then visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, and a ginseng museum before finishing at Gwangjang Market. You get transport, admission fees, history, photos, and food tips, but not a market meal or hotel drop-off.

“I had such a wonderful time! the tour was VERY well-organized. Absolutely loved our guide "Grace"!! she brought such joy, curiosity and excitement to everyone. I was traveling solo, my first time visiting Korea. Grace took her time her time to Read more”

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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower - Jogyesa Temple starts the day quietly
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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

See Seoul’s major sights in four to eight hours with an English-speaking guide such as Kelly, Moon, or Yuna. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, Gwangjang Market, Namsangol Hanok Village, and N Seoul Tower. The full-day option includes the cable car and free time for lunch.

“Kelly was an amazing tour guide. Provided a lot of information and history at the locations. On this tour we saw a lot of great sights that I would have missed. Definitely recommend if traveling solo or in a group.”

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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry - Choosing between traditional and premium hanboks
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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

Choose from more than 1,500 traditional and premium hanboks at Daehan Hanbok, one minute from Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4. Staff help with fitting, and you receive an underskirt, handbag, hairband, and locker. Add hairstyling, accessories, or a petticoat, then visit Seoul’s palaces or Bukchon Hanok Village.

“a friendly service and loads of beautiful hanbok to choose from. so good that we are doing it again today to visit more of the palaces.”

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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony - Jogyesa Temple brings calm to the opening stop
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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

Start with hotel pickup and ride by coach to Jogyesa Temple, Cheongwadae Sarangchae, and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Your English- or Chinese-speaking guide leads you to the colorful guard ceremony, then ends at a ginseng center. Guides such as Kelly, Emily, Sunny, and Ray receive especially warm praise.

“Well organised tour and a nice introduction into Korean history and culture. Our tour guide, Lynn, was very friendly and helpful.”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental - Getting dressed, styled, and ready for photographs
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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, royal, or modern hanbok at Gigibebe, three minutes from Gyeongbokgung Station. Staff help with dressing and hair styling, then you enter several Seoul palaces free in hanbok. Rent for two hours, four hours, or until 7 PM, with lockers and accessories included.

“I loved the hanboks and the staff was wonderful. ❤️”

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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace - Getting dressed near Gyeongbokgung Station
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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

James and Jacob combine palace storytelling with a professional hanbok photoshoot at Gyeongbokgung. You will rent traditional clothing, have your hair styled, visit quieter photo spots, learn Joseon history, and receive more than 100 edited photos. Tuesdays use Changdeokgung and Ikseondong instead.

“This was a wonderful experience with James & Jacob for the photoshoot and historical tour of the Gyeongbokgung palace. They blended the photoshoot seamlessly with stops throughout to discuss the history of the palace grounds. I would highly recommend anyone that is in Seoul and wants to blend a hanbok rental & photoshoot with a historical tour of the palace to book this tour.”

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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle - Changgyeonggung Palace under evening light
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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, walk to Changgyeonggung Palace, then ride between stops while sampling Korean pancakes, makgeolli, raw beef, live octopus, and market snacks. Guides such as Mia, Ron, Janice, and Bruce bring history and food customs to life. The evening ends at Jogyesa Temple.

“It was an amazing experience, Rob Lee was amazing, so informative, we had a great time, I felt like I knew him from a long time ago. I will definitely recommend him, Thank you Rod I had a great time”

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Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple) - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Changing of the Guard
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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

Spend three hours with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide visiting Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Blue House exhibition hall, and a ginseng center. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport make this a handy introduction, though the ginseng stop may include a strong sales pitch.

“This tour was a waste of time. The guide was great but the company needs to redo this tour. You go into a ginseng museum that’s treated like Fort Knox, only to be given a sales pitch to buy ‘real’ ginseng.”

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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace - The National Folk Museum adds everyday detail
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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 8.5 hours visiting Seoul’s grand palaces, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market with a guide such as Lizzy, BK, Miel, or Yujeong. Hotel pickup, lunch, admission, and coach transport are included, with moderate walking and a required ginseng-center stop.

“Nice TOUR and overview of some of Seoul highlights. LIZZY was the best. Friendly, knowledgeable, organized and efficient. Lucky to spend the day with her on this tour.”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Joseon court
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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 your English-speaking guide at City Hall Station for a three-hour walk through Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong. Guides including Stella, Joe, and Jay Kim add history, photo tips, food advice, and help with Korean public transport.

“My walking tour with Stella was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable and provided a lot of very interesting information along the way. Being able to see the changing of the palace guards was really great. She also recommended Korean street foods for me (I’m vegetarian). Overall it was an amazing experience and I will definitely be booking again next time I’m in Seoul. Highly recommend!”

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Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul - The Blue House and Seoul’s modern government
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Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul

15.Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul

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

Spend about eight hours touring Seoul’s royal palaces, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market with a professional guide such as Katie, Lily, or Lizzy. The tour includes hotel pickup, palace entry, lunch, and air-conditioned transport, with Monday and Tuesday alternatives for closed sites.

“Amazing tour. The guide and driver were great. We had plenty of time to wonder and our own thing. I find this tour worth doing.”

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