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15 Best Seoul Palace & City Tours

The city days that stack Seoul’s essentials: Gyeongbokgung’s changing of the guard, Bukchon’s hanok lanes, Gwangjang market bites and N Seoul Tower for the sprawl. Rent a hanbok and the palaces waive admission.

1.Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

Discover Seoul’s highlights on this full-day tour visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, and Gwangjang Market, led by expert guides.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Really interesting experience! Our guide, Sophie, was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helpful throughout the tour. The surroundings were absolutely stunning, which made the whole experience even more memorable. Sophie also gave us useful hand warmers, which were really appreciated in the cold winter. We received…”

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2.Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

Explore Seoul’s top highlights—Gyeongbokgung, N Seoul Tower, Insadong—with expert guides on this full-day tour that combines history, culture, and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“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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3.Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

Discover Seoul's highlights with this small-group tour, visiting palaces, temples, markets, and cultural sites, with expert guides and included entrance fees.

★ 5.0

“This was an excellent small group tour for our family (inc 2 x young teens), with our guide, BK, providing excellent information and tailored content suitable for the variety of ages and nationalities on the tour. Majority of locations includeRead more”

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4.Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

Discover Seoul’s top highlights including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village on this comprehensive day tour designed for culture and history lovers.

★ 5.0

“This wad a very good tour with Yeoni as an excellent tour guide. We stayed in Myeondong and the hotel pick up & drop off was very convenient.”

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6.Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, N Seoul Tower (with Cable Car)

Discover Seoul’s iconic sights on this guided tour visiting Gyeongbok Palace, N Seoul Tower, and more. Perfect for culture lovers and history buffs.

★ 4.7

“Gogo was a great guide who had a lot of knowledge and also made the day fun. Even in the heat he was considerate of the tour group and always found shade. The ginseng location and guide inside the museum was more like a sales…”

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9.Seoul Highlights & Hidden Gems Tours by Locals: Private + Custom

Discover Seoul through a private, customizable tour with passionate local guides. Visit top sights, hidden gems, and enjoy authentic experiences tailored to your interests.

★ 5.0

“Jeeseon Choi was my guide for a 6hr walking tour. She was an excellent guide who was knowledgeable about the various places we visited and brought me to places that were less crowded and somewhat off the beaten track. She indRead more”

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12.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

Experience Korea's royal past with a guided Gyeongbokgung Palace tour, including hanbok photoshoots, cultural insights, and stunning scenery for $63.84.

★ 5.0

“It was fun dressing up. The dresses were very nice quality and they did such a good job in my hair. I paid 40,000w for the rental and hair do. We did have to pay for bus and subway since the first palace is closed…”

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

Discover Seoul’s highlights on this half-day tour visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jogyesa Temple, and cultural sites with expert guides and convenient logistics.

★ 5.0

“Our guide was Judy. She timed our visit to the Palace perfectly and spoke fluent English. She helped us find the souvenir we wanted in the street market”

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

Discover Seoul’s history and culture on this full-day tour visiting Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Jogyesa Temple, and bustling markets, with expert guides.

★ 4.0

“Added another awesome experience with our awesome, knowledgeable tour guide, Spring Kim. Me and my wife had a blast! Would recommend this great tours to friends and families.”

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More Seoul Palace & City Tours

4.9Seoul: Professional Hanbok Photography at Gyeongbok Palace1 hour$103 4.9Seoul: City Highlights eBike Tour3 hours$119 4.8Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour3 hours$88 5.0Full-Day Palace Tour in Seoul$79.00 4.9Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More5 hours$43 5.0Private Seoul City Tour$210.00 5.0Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert$88.00 5.0Carving a Korean Stone Seal with Jeongju in Insadong Seoul.$42.42 4.9Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace Half Day Tour2 hours$38 4.9Seoul: City Highlights Private Tour with Pickup and Drop-off4 - 9 hours$185 4.9Seoul City Tour: Gyeongbok Palace, N Tower & Local Market3 - 8 hours$26 5.0Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)$45.00 4.5Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Seoul Private Walking Tour$123.22 4.0Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul$7.00 5.0Seoul: City Highlights and Historical Experience No Shopping$49.00 5.0Full Day- Essential Seoul City Tour & Gourmet Tour(including Lunch and Dinner)$299.00 5.0Small-Group Seoul Morning Royal Palaces Tour$39.73 5.0Seoul City Full Day Tour – Changdeok Palace (wearing Hanbok)$65.00 5.0Half day Morning Seoul City Tour$32.00 5.0Royal Palace, Full-day Seoul City Tour (Pick up & Drop off)$75.00 5.0Seoul Night Tour with Han River Cruise and Gyeongbokgung Palace$245.00 4.5Seoul Palace Morning Tour$40.00 5.0Customized Private Seoul tour: Palace, Market etc(Airport Option)$184.00 5.0Full-Day Seoul Highlights Private Guided Tour$235.00