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The 15 Best Palace Tours in Seoul

34 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Five Joseon palaces stand inside the city and they are not interchangeable. These 15 compare Gyeongbokgung and the gate ceremony, Changdeokgung and its garden, and the evening openings, with entry prices and the hanbok trick that makes them free.

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the changing guard
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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 links Gyeongbokgung Palace, the royal guard ceremony, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, a Korean ginseng museum, and Gwangjang Market for $32. Choose a half-day route, a Tuesday version with N Seoul Tower and Deoksugung Palace, or a longer city tour. Guides such as Grace, Sophie, Sunny, Chloe, and Shin are known for warm, lively explanations.

“We had a wonderful time on this tour with Sophie — it was such a wholesome and memorable way to experience Seoul. From Gyeongbokgung Palace to the hanok village and the beautiful views from Bugak Palgakjeong, everything felt thoughtfully paced and engaging. Sophie was funny, warm and incredibly kind and caring throughout. She truly sounded like someone who lives and breathes Seoul — her love for the city and its history came through in every story she shared. She made us notice little details, traditions and moments that we would have otherwise missed, and really helped us understand what makes Seoul so special. It felt less like a guided tour…”

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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, Namsangol Hanok Village, and N Seoul Tower. English or Chinese guides, central hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, palace admission, and the round-trip Namsan cable car are included. Tuesday follows a different palace route.

“Excellent communication/ organisation. Our guide Jenny was friendly knowledgeable & spoke good English. Everything ran smoothly so we were able to experience a lot in just one day.”

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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 an English-speaking guide and a maximum of 16 people. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gwanghwamun Gate, Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market. Guides such as Young, BK, Sookee, Lua, and Yeoni are praised for clear history lessons and helpful local tips.

“Our guide, BK, was very knowledgeable and told interesting stories throughout the day. We visited two palaces, a Buddhist temple, the folk museum and a ginseng museum, as well as some neighborhoods- Insadong for lunch and endRead more”

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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village - Jogyesa Temple: a calm opening in central Seoul
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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 professional guide such as AJ, BK, Lizzy, or Charles. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Gwanghwamun Gate, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village, with lunch and shopping in Insadong. Most admissions and transport are included, but the tower observation deck and meals cost extra.

“Our tour guide Charles Park was excellent. Very informative and accommodating to match various abilities of our group. Highly recommend Charles”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the changing guard
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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 travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, and a Korean ginseng museum. The tour ends at Gwangjang Market, where you can continue exploring Seoul’s famous food stalls.

“Great day tour around Seoul, guide Chloe was friendly, informative and helpful. Highly recommended. Introduction to culture, language, and food.”

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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

This guided Seoul tour links Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Insadong, Gwangjang Market, Namsangol Hanok Village, and N Seoul Tower. Choose a half-day or full-day plan, with central hotel pickup available. Guides such as Kelly, Moon, Crystal, and Yuna are praised for clear history, helpful photos, and smooth timing.

“I had really nice time during my tour with my guide Kelly. She is amazing and very helpful and detailed and was amazing during the tour explaining everything in details and taking our pictures as well. She is very polite and professional and really good at her job. Our driver has been very kind and friendly and patient as well. Thank you to both of you!!!”

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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry - Choosing from 1,500 hanboks at Daehan Hanbok
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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

Pick a traditional or premium hanbok at Daehan Hanbok, one minute from Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4. Staff help with fitting, while optional hairstyling and accessories complete your look. Your rental includes an underskirt, handbag, hairband, and locker. Wear it to Gyeongbokgung, other royal palaces, or Bukchon Hanok Village.

“There were a variety of beautiful and premium hanboks for tall and plus size women. We got dressed with the help of the friendly staff and spent several hours exploring the Palace. Very good value for the money.”

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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony - The Blue House area and Cheongwadae Sarangchae
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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

Spend three hours touring Seoul by air-conditioned coach with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and the Blue House area, then watch the colorful guard-changing ceremony. Hotel pickup is offered, but the final ginseng stop includes shopping.

“Our tour guide Hana was exceptional, very knowledgeable and provided excellent information throughout the tour! I would highly recommend this tour and if you’re able to have Hana as a guide even better!”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental - At Gigibebe Hanbok, choosing your Joseon-era outfit
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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

Pick a Joseon-era hanbok at Gigibebe Hanbok, three minutes from Gyeongbokgung Station. Staff help with dressing and hair styling, then you enter Gyeongbokgung free in costume and explore at your own pace. Choose a two-hour, four-hour, or full-day rental, with accessories, a handbag, and locker storage included.

“Staff are friendly and helpful. Lots of options to choose from.”

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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace - Getting dressed at the hanbok shop near Exit 4
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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 lead a small-group hanbok photoshoot and palace walk in Seoul. You choose a traditional outfit, receive hairstyling, then pose at Gwanghwamun Gate, Gyeongbokgung, and Gyeonghoeru while learning Joseon-era stories. The tour includes more than 100 edited photos. Hanbok rental costs extra.

“Absolutely amazing experience. Photos are fantastic, both guys are very friendly and there to make sure that all goes top tier.”

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Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle - Changgyeonggung Palace after sunset
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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

Begin at Hyehwa Station, walk to Changgyeonggung Palace, then ride between the palace, Gwangjang Market, and Jogyesa Temple. Your English-speaking guide explains Korean history and customs while you try pancakes, makgeolli, raw beef, live octopus, dumplings, and a twisted donut. Expect about four hours, plenty of walking, and a market meal that may be the evening’s main event.

“It was incredible experience!!!!!!! So much fun!!!!!🤩 Mia is a great tour guide!!!!!!!! It was very interesting and big program!!!!!!!!! Time was flying!!!!!!!! So much information places and food!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!?”

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Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple) - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the guard ceremony
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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 about three hours visiting Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Changing of the Guard, and Cheongwadae Sarangchae by air-conditioned coach. English or Chinese guides lead the tour, with hotel pickup offered. Guides such as Judy, Lynn, and Henry have been praised for clear explanations, though the ginseng stop can feel like a sales visit.

“Fantastic sightseeing with Alex and Andy. Great English skills and a lot of knowledge about everything. We had a wonderful day!”

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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace - Jogyesa Temple and the first look at Seoul’s spiritual life
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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

Start with hotel pickup and visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Jogyesa Temple, Changdeokgung Palace, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market. A guide such as Lizzy, BK, Daria, or Miel leads the day with history, shopping time, and a Korean lunch. Expect about eight and a half hours, moderate walking, and one required stop at a ginseng center.

“Nice tour. Food was good. Tour guide was very informative. I really enjoyed myself on this tour. We made a lot of stops.”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour - The National Folk Museum and everyday Joseon life
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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 small-group morning walk through Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and Bukchon Hanok Village. You’ll see the royal guard ceremony, learn about Joseon-era life, practice Seoul transport basics, and finish near Insadong. Guides may include Stella, Joe, Jack, or Jay Kim.

“This was one of the best city and cultural tours I have ever done. Jay Kim was amazing and so knowledgeable we discussed everything from history to politics to food to the different rights movements currently active in Korea. It's a fair bit of walking and standing so bring comfortable shoes. Highly recommend this tour and Jay Kim.”

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Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul - Gyeongbokgung, Seoul’s grand main palace
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Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul

15.Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul

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

Spend one full day exploring Seoul’s royal and spiritual landmarks with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned coach, a professional guide, palace admissions, and lunch. Visit Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market, with a short stop at a ginseng center. Guides such as Lily, Mia, Sally, and Lizzy have received especially warm praise.

“Watching the changing of guards at the palace. Looking at the beautiful Korean costumes the ladies were wearing.”

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