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Halfday Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
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Halfday Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
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- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Admire South Korea’s palace architecture and learn of life in the country’s capital on this 3-hour Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village walking tour. Stroll to Gwanghwamun Gate and visit Gyeongbokgung Palace. Listen as your guide details Joseon Dynasty history and admire traditional construction techniques. Visit the National Folk Museum of Korea and discover over 98,000 artifacts detailing South Korea’s history. Head between Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace to Bukchon Hanok Village. Peer inside traditional houses and learn about Korean lifestyles from the past to the prefect day.
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
- All entrance fees included
- Step back in time on a history tour
- Pickup from a centrally located meeting point
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Departure & Return
24-1 , 24-1 Taepyeongno 2(i)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
107-1 , 107-1 Nakwon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South KoreaCity Hall Station Exit #6 outside right next to the hotel THE PLAZA We don't provide pick up and drop off service so all travelers are supposed to get the above meeting point on time.
The tour finishes at Ikseondong area nearby Jong-ro3ga station of metro line 1,3,5.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
- OPERATED BY Korealinx Corporation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Halfday Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Halfday Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Halfday Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Awesome tour
caroline_L
, Jul 2022
Very educational tour
Victor_K
, Jun 2022
Perfect half day tour for learning the basics about Seoul and its history
Julia_A
, Jun 2022
Excellent!
Cate_C
, Jun 2022
Perfect!
Karen_O
, Jun 2022
Wonderful tour, do it
Calvin_O
, Jun 2022
Great tour and Ben have as a terrific guide!
Terri_C
, May 2022
The Perfect way to see Seoul and learn about its history.
Nicholas_Z
, May 2022
Eye-opening
Maria_D
, May 2022
Wonderful Experience
Gloria_S
, May 2022
We highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide Ben was knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining. Besides an amazing tour of the palace, e walked through the great town of Bukchong Hanoc Village, went to the Folk Museum and had lunch on our own at a delicious restaurant that he recommended. Don’t miss this tour. It was a great day!
Very nice morning tour. I...
Katia_S
, Apr 2022
Seoul with Ben's flair!
John_P
, Apr 2022
Excellent excellent excellent!
callme_W
, Feb 2022
*Recommended*
Ben was an excellent tour guide. This tour takes you through the palace and the hanok village. We had a wonderful time. Ben had excellent English. His knowledge was phenomenal. At one point he brokedown 500 years of history in 5 minutes! Every place we stopped there was a nugget of info that he could share. There was history on the habits of kings and paupers and how these were reflected in the architecture around us. He knew the insider info for the best places for great photos and even took pics for me if needed! Friendly and knowledgeable. This tour took the whole morning and gives you a fine background into the history of Seoul. If you have been here before I think you'll still get lots of new and varied info.
Response from Host , Feb 2022
It was my great pleasure. Thanks for everything especially I had an opportunity to have a tourist even under the covid19. I'm open and ready to get any tourist regardless whatever situation. Looking forward to seeing you again as long as you are staying in Korea. Many thanks again.
Best regards,
Ben
Ben is an excellent guide!
Rhonda_O
, Jul 2021
Walking with kelly is great
pauljury
, Jan 2020
Don’t miss this tour!
Bahar_B
, Nov 2019
Great Informational Walkiny Tour
Maria_v
, Oct 2019
Brilliant tour.
Sheila_D
, Sep 2019
Walking in Korea
Louis_P
, Jun 2019
Amazing half day exploring cultural Seoul!
JesseniaG8
, May 2019
Ben was an amazing, informative guide! Our group was small, myself and two others so the tour was intimate and there was plenty of opportunity to ask questions. Ben made us all very comfortable and he was super professional and approachable. I'd 100% recommend this tour to anyone and everyone!
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