Gyeongbokgung Palace Half Day Tour
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Languages
- English
Meet Location
- Outside of Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3) Exit 5
Included
- English speaking tour guide
- Audio receiver & earphones
- Entrance fees
Excluded
- Other personal expenses
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Gyeongbokgung Palace Half Day Tour Options
Gyeongbokgung Palace Morning Tour
Overview
Travel 600 years back in time and discover the history of the Korean ancestors!
Gyeongbokgung Palace is considered one of the oldest and grandest palaces in Seoul and arguably one of the most iconic of the five grand palaces. It was built in 1394 as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty and it is the best place to learn about the ideology of the ancestors. The palace also houses the National Palace Museum of Korea, where artifacts and treasures from the Joseon Dynasty are on display.
Why this tour?

Gyeongbokgung Palace is considered one of the oldest and grandest palaces in Seoul and arguably one of the most iconic of the five grand palaces. It was built in 1394 as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty and it is the best place to learn about the ideology of the ancestors. The palace also houses the National Palace Museum of Korea, where artifacts and treasures from the Joseon Dynasty are on display.
Why this tour?
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: enter one of the most iconic palaces located right in the center of the city
- Explore the ornate pavilions, halls and courtyards, beautiful gardens and imposing gates of the palace
- Travel through the history of the palaces while listening to the explanations from a professional tour guide

Price
| Price | Included | Included |
|---|---|---|
Person (5 yrs~) | - English-speaking tour guide - Audio receiver - Entrance fees |
- The same price applies for both adults and children.
- Children younger than 5 years old are free of charge.
- If the tour is canceled due to the lack of participants, we will let you know in advance and issue a full refund.
*What to bring
- Audio earphones (3.5mm)
- The tour guide will have earphones prepared but we recommend bringing your own for sanitation.
Itinerary
9:30am
Meet the guide outside of Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5
(stairs in front of the National Palace Museum of Korea)
(stairs in front of the National Palace Museum of Korea)
- Gwanghwamun Gate
- Heungnyemun Gate
- Geunjeongjeon (main throne hall)
- Sajeongjeon (king's office)
- Gangnyeongjeon (king's bed-chamber)
- Gyotaejeon
- Gyeonghoeru Pavilion (event hall)
- Heungnyemun Gate
- Geunjeongjeon (main throne hall)
- Sajeongjeon (king's office)
- Gangnyeongjeon (king's bed-chamber)
- Gyotaejeon
- Gyeonghoeru Pavilion (event hall)
11:30am
End the tour at Gyeonghoeru Pavilion (event hall)
How to book
- 1. Complete your booking.
- 2. Check your email.
- 3. Enjoy it.
Please keep in mind
- Please note that the tour can be cancelled if there are harsh weather conditions. In this case, we will inform you in advance and issue a full refund.
- Moderate amount of walking is included in the tour. It is best recommended that you wear appropriate shoes for walking.
- If the tour is canceled due to the lack of participants, we will let you know in advance and issue a full refund.
Cancellation policy
All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
3 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
2 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
Less than 1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 4 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
3 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
2 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
Less than 1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 4 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
Destination
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Phone Number: +82-2-3700-3904~5,
Phone Number: +82-2-3700-3904~5,
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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