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Best South Korea Palace Tours — Our Top 15

22 tours  ·  from $6 a head

The 15 best south korea palace tours you can book today, with what each ticket admits you to, how long it runs and how far ahead the good slots go. Number one is first for a reason.

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 English-guided Seoul tour pairs Gyeongbokgung Palace and its guard ceremony with Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, a ginseng museum, and Gwangjang Market. Guides such as Grace, Sophie, Sunny, Chloe, and Shin keep the pace friendly and informative. Choose a half-day or full-day version.

“Was a very informative trip, Sunni was purpose and sh was very knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower) - Gwanghwamun Gate and Gyeongbokgung Palace
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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, Gwangjang Market, Namsan, and N Seoul Tower. English or Chinese guides, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, palace tickets, and the round-trip cable car are included. Expect a fast, useful introduction to Seoul.

“Kelly did an amazing job, taking our group throughout the beautiful city of Seoul. Anyone is thinking about it, VIP is excellent.”

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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 exploring Seoul with a guide such as Young, BK, Sookee, or Lua. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market, with palace fees, transport, and central hotel pickup included.

“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 Cheongwadae and the old royal center
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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, or Lizzy. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Insadong, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village. Hotel pickup, transport, cable car, and most admissions are included, but lunch and the observation deck cost extra.

“It's was really a nice tour of Seoul to see all the main attractions in only one day. Our tour Guide AJ was amazing. It was such a nice day :)”

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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, a ginseng museum, and Gwangjang Market. You get history, photo stops, local tips, and air-conditioned transport in about four hours.

“It was a fantastic tour with our tour guide Grace. She is knowledgeable about Seoul. I enjoyed this half a day tour.”

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Seoul Half-Day City Highlight, Palace Tour with Hanbok - Gyeongbokgung and the Joseon royal court
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Seoul Half-Day City Highlight, Palace Tour with Hanbok

6.Seoul Half-Day City Highlight, Palace Tour with Hanbok

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 764 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

Spend four hours with an English-speaking guide such as Lia, Pearl, Gina, or Thomas, wearing Hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace, visiting the National Palace Museum, tasting a seasonal snack, walking Bukchon Hanok Village, and touring Baek In-je’s House.

“Although I wish we could have visited other locations, it was nice. Thank you Pearl.”

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Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night - Changgyeonggung Palace under the night lights
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Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night

7.Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 750 reviews · from $60

Walk through illuminated Changgyeonggung Palace, lantern-lit Jogyesa Temple, Ikseon-dong, and Jongro 3-ga before eating at Gwangjang Market. Your Korean or English-speaking guide introduces jeon, makgeolli, kkwabaegi, and optional chopped live octopus. Guides may include Mia, Kim, Jay, or Inha.

“Mia was such a nice guide 😊 We’ve got a nice group of people, good food and intels. 100% recommend !”

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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower - Jogyesa Temple and the quiet start
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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

8.Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 726 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $26

See Seoul’s essential sights by coach and on foot, from Jogyesa Temple and Gyeongbokgung Palace to Insadong, Gwangjang Market, and N Seoul Tower. English-speaking guides such as Kelly, Moon, Yuna, and Crystal add history, local tips, and photo help. Choose the four-hour or eight-hour route.

“K is a very nice and knowledgeable guide! Great explanations about the Palace!”

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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry - Traditional or premium: which one is right for you?
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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

9.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 you dress, with lockers, an underskirt, handbag, and hairband included. Add hairstyling, accessories, or a petticoat, then visit nearby palaces or Bukchon Hanok Village.

“Great experience! Very busy rental shop but they were foreigner friendly and had an efficient process. They kindly extended my rental duration upon request too!”

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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony - Jogyesa Temple, a quiet start downtown
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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

10.Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 357 reviews · from $38

Start with Jogyesa Temple, visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum, and watch the colorful guard-changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate. English or Chinese guides, hotel pickup, coach transport, and a central drop-off make this a useful first morning in Seoul. A ginseng shopping stop is included.

“I was not happy that we were taken to a ginseng store and closed into a room for 20 minutes while they hard sold us goods. This was not on the list of activities and I will not book another tour with VIP Travel. Our tour guide was wonderful. The palace and temple tour where very nice.”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental - Getting dressed and ready for photos
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

11.Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 289 reviews · 1 day · from $9

Choose a traditional, royal, or modern hanbok at Gigibebe Hanbok near Gyeongbokgung Station. Staff help with dressing and hair styling, then you can explore five Seoul palaces at your own pace with free entry while wearing the outfit.

“There was a delay at the beginning because the staff couldn't figure out the reservation, it took about 10 minutes, but other than that everything was fine. But keep in mind that this place has a small selection of plus size clothes. I'm a size 42 European and I wanted a pink hanbok, and there was only one”

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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace - Gwanghwamun Gate sets the scene
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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

12.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · from $60

Dress in a rented hanbok, have your hair styled, and explore Gyeongbokgung with historian-guide James and photographer Jacob. Expect palace stories, pose help, scenic photo stops, and more than 100 edited images. On Tuesdays, the route switches to Changdeokgung and Ikseondong.

“My wife and I had such a great time with James and Jacob. They were super friendly, taught us a lot about Hanbok, and made the whole photoshoot really fun. We definitely recommend it!”

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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle - A final walk through Seoul’s evening streets
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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle

13.Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $79

Start at Hyehwa Station and walk to Changgyeonggung Palace, then ride between the palace, Gwangjang Market, and Jogyesa Temple. Expect Korean pancakes, makgeolli, raw beef, live octopus, a twisted donut, and plenty of cultural stories from guides such as Mia, Janice, Ron, and Bruce.

“We had such a great time! I’ve never been on a tour with so many different activities. The Palace at night is beautiful then we got to see an incredible light show over the pond. On to a very bustling night market for dinner and tried many traditiRead more”

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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)

14.Best Things to Do – Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · from $38

Spend about three hours visiting Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Blue House exhibition hall, and a ginseng center by air-conditioned coach. Guides such as Judy, Henry, Lynn, and Diane are praised for clear English and lively stories, but the sales stop may not suit everyone.

“K was a great tour guide. Her generosity and kindness was amazing. Her detailed information about each place we visited was thorough and detailed. Highly recommend her”

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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace - Jogyesa Temple and a glimpse of the Blue House
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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace

15.Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 174 reviews · from $89

Spend about 8.5 hours exploring Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung palaces, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market with hotel transport, lunch, and a guide such as Lizzy, BK, or Miel. Expect steady walking, a ginseng-center stop, and a broad introduction to Seoul’s history and daily life.

“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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