Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Overview
Available languages
7 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Our Seoul City Tour is a complete and effortless experience. Just be sure to have your camera charged because you’re about to go on an unforgettable Seoul City Tour journey! You will be in the capable hands of our licensed tour guide who is available to answer any questions at any point, so feel free to ask away on Seoul City Tour!
One of the first stops on our Seoul tour will be the Changing of the Guard Ceremony which is a beloved old tradition. Then, we will visit one of Seoul’s main palaces – Gyeongbok Palace which is home to thousands of years worth of history and has survived many turbulent events.
After taking a lunch break, we’ll continue with our Seoul City Tour by heading over to two local markets – Insadong Arts and Crafts Market, and Namdaemun Market. Here, you can find beautiful local treasures to bring home to your loved ones and sample quirky little snacks and Korean street food.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Seoul
We provide free hotel pickup from a list of selected hotels in Seoul as well as two convenient meeting points in downtown Seoul. These are Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 9) and Seoul City Hall Subway Station (Exit 6). Here you can meet your lovely tour guide and our comfortable Seoul City Sightseeing tour bus. Please aim to arrive around 10-15 minutes early, in case of any delays, and to ensure you find your way to the meeting point on time.
Cheonggyecheon Stream
Cheonggyecheon is a beautifully restored 11-kilometer urban stream that runs through the heart of Seoul, offering a serene oasis amidst the bustling city. Once buried under concrete, it was revitalized in 2005 into a vibrant public space with walkways, bridges, and greenery, perfect for leisurely strolls or cultural events. This iconic waterway blends history, nature, and modern urban life.
Options
Best Seoul City Half Day Tour
Duration: 3 hours: Jogyesa Temple - Guard Ceremony - Gyeongbok Palace - National Folk Museum - Pass by Blue House - Ginseng Museum Mini Van / Mini Bus / Big Bus Half Day City Tour Option: Jogyesa Temple - Guard Ceremony - Gyeongbok Palace - National Folk Museum - Pass by Blue House - Ginseng Museum Pickup included
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Pickup included
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Free Pickup Service from Hotel in Downtown
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional guide(English or Chinese)
N Seoul Tower - Only Round Trip Cable Car included
Hotel drop-off
Guide will recommend the best restaurants and menu
Every Tuesday Gyeongbok Palace, Changing of the Guard Ceremony & National Folk Museum are closed.
Wednesday-Monday: Changdeok Palace & Bukchon Hanok Village are not included in the tour
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,991 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our guide Moon was...
Naomi E,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide Moon was amazing! Knowledgeable and high energy. The tour itself packs in a lot and some stops were shorter than I would have liked and others were a bit too long. But I did see a lot of the city.
Wonderful Tour with Jenny
sydneybM6047DX,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Jenny as our tour guide. She was magnificent! She was so nice and all the stops were great. I learned a lot about Seoul and each stop was perfectly timed so that we got to see each stop and learn about it and then get back on the bus. My family and I had a great time. I highly recommend the tour to anyone. And ask for Jenny!
Seoul city tour
Tabitha Z,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Diane was fantastic!! So knowledgeable about all the sites! She sets a quick pace so that we can see as much as possible. This was a great trip to see as much as we could on our short stay in Seoul. Thank you!!!
Great day trip around Seoul
Kevin L,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great day trip and led by guide Crystal. Many thanks again for the tour. Got to see lots of interesting places in Seoul and would recommend.
Best Seoul city tour
Caroline Y,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an excellent tour if you want to see key highlights of Seoul all in one day. Definitely worth the full day tour to see all the sites and history with Hana the tour guide offering to take pictures along the way. Her knowledge were insightful and made the tour more enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour with Hana.
Wonderful Seoul tour
robertcG1774ZW,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time touring Seoul with Emily. She was friendly, energetic, and informative with all the sites. I liked how she managed our Seoul itinerary to avoid crowds & lines as much as possible too! I highly recommend this tour to learn about Seoul and hope you have fun too.
All Day Seoul City Tour
billyboy 1979,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day around Seoul with Alice! We went to eight different sites that included Seoul Tower and Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as a couple of shopping areas. The weather was pleasant which made for a nice day around Seoul. Highly recommend Alice and her team at VIP Travel!
Eventful and Informative Tour!
F6882KVmiak,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An eventful tour with lots to offer! Our tour guide Alice was amazing in informing us of South Korea’s rich history and culture. I highly recommend this tour!
Fun tour
397salmanr,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Really fun way to see key parts of Seoul, great if you are short on time.
Great experience
natek629,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent and we saw a lot of great places. I enjoyed the tour guide's knowledge as this enhanced the experiences especially of Korean history at Gyeongbokgung Palace and Folk Museum. Only issue is that it's a little expensive.
Related Experiences
Operated by VIP TRAVEL Co.Ltd