Deoksugung Palace Guided Heritage Walking tour in Seoul

Gyonam-dong, Seoul



Choose a private tour or a group tour, both led by licensed English/Chinese speaking guides. The tour includes pre-booked tickets to Deoksugung Palace and Donuimun Museum Village.

Highlights

  • Discover Korean and Western elements in Deoksugung Palace
  • Learn about the late Joseon Dynasty and Korea's opening to the world
  • Experience local street life and the history of Jeongdong-gil with a guided tour
  • See Korea's 'government corridor' and learn the stories behind famous monuments

Description

Deoksugung Palace Visit a Joseon Dynasty palace from the late 14th century that became a main palace during the 1592 Japanese invasion. Learn about 500 years of Joseon history from the guide. Jeongdong-gil Walk along Jeongdong-gil, where early foreign missionary institutions and embassies helped shape modern Korea. See Paichai Academy, Chungdong First Methodist Church, the former Russian Embassy site, and Gyeonggyojang. Donuimun Museum Village See an outdoor village with Seoul-style homes from the 1900s to the 1980s. The village preserves 40 of 63 houses in Saemunan and was founded in 2017. Gwanghwamun Square Visit a central Seoul square with major statues and monuments representing key moments in Korean history. Cheonggyecheon Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, renovated from a drainage ditch into a walking path with sculptures, restaurants, cafes, and seasonal festivals.

Includes

Licensed professional English / Chinese speaking tour guide Admission to: Donuimun Museum Village Admission to: Deoksugung Palace

Excludes

Meals & Beverages Transportation Other Personal expenses Hotel pickup and drop-off Additional admission fees not listed in the inclusions

Important Information

  • This walking tour requires a minimum number of 4 travelers. If the minimum group size is not met, you will be notified by email 3 days prior for a full refund. For specific departure date requirements, we recommend confirming group status with customer service in advance.If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. If you miss the tour (NO SHOW) on the day one reschedule is allowed. Contact customer service immediately on the NO SHOW day. The tour can be rescheduled to the same itinerary within 7 days of the original date (limited to confirmed departure dates). A rescheduling fee of KRW 20,000 per person is payable directly to the guide on the new departure day. The tour is suitable for all ages with no age restrictions. Infants under 3 years old join free of charge (without a seat). For elderly travelers or those with mobility needs, please note this in the booking remarks and we will arrange front-row seating.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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