Seoul: Morning Gyeongbok Palace, Folk Museum, Temple Tour

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ID: GYG389355-1770672
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Country: South Korea

Duration: 03:30 hours


Description

On this half-day morning tour, you will visit the most top attractions such as Gyeongbok Palace, National Folk Museum, Blue House (pass by) and Jogyesa Buddhist Temple.
Tour Itinerary from 09:00 - 12:30: Hotel - Blue House (Pass by) - Changing of the Guard Ceremony - Gyeongbok Palace (Deoksu Palace on Tuesdays) - National Folk Museum (History Museum on Tuesdays) - Jogyesa Buddhist Temple - Ginseng Center - Drop off at City Hall

- Blue House: Official residence of the president is called "The Blue House." The symbol of the Blue House, which is at the center of Korean politics, is the blue tiles. The first thing that catches your eye when you arrive at the Blue House is also the blue tiles of the main building. The blue tiles and the smooth roof are in beautiful harmony with Mount Bugaksan behind it.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: Gyeonbokgung Palace is a palace erected during the reign of king Taejo, founder of the Joseon dynasty (1392~1910) which was the final kingdom in Korea, but it was destroyed in the Japanese invasion of 1592. It was reconstructed in 1868. It has 4 gates including the southern main gate, Gwanghwamum.
- National Folk Museum: The National Folk Museum is located on the compound of Gyeongbok Palace. It shows you the traditional life of both the ordinary people and aristocracy. It has exhibits from all parts of Korea. There are displays of traditional farming methods, hunting, weaving, cooking and other house keeping chores.
- Jogye Temple: Jogyesa Temple leads to the Zen Buddhism in Korea. This temple does not give off the solemn and traditional feelings of the other temples located in the deep mountains. But it has some advantages compared to the other temples because the transportation is convenient and this temple is well-connected to the surrounding city area.

Highlights

  • Visit Gyeongbok Palace which was served as main palace during Joseon dynasty
  • Learn about traditional Korean lifestyle at National Folk Museum
  • Tour with a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please let me know your hotel informaiton otherwise, we can meet at Jogyesa temple at 9am
INCLUDED
  • Transportation
  • Tour Guide
  • Admission fee
  • Hotel pick-up / Seoul
NOT INCLUDED
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Insurance

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.