Gyeongbokgung Morning Tour with Guide
Spend a couple of hours getting educated on Korean history and the surrounding architecture in Gyeongbokgung Palace with a guide!
If there is one place you need to visit in Korea, it's Gyeongbokgung Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace has incredible historical significance in Korea and is the face of Seoul. How much significance is there you may ask? Find out all about it on this tour! Let's take a look at what you can expect!
Gyeongbokgung Morning Tour with Guide
Information
Hours: Wed-Mon 09:30 - 11:30 (Meeting time: 09:30)
Route: Gwanghwamun > Heungnyemun > Geunjeongmun > Geunjeongjeon > Sajeongjeon > Gangnyeongjeon > Gyotaejeon > Amisan > Gyeonghoeru > Sujeongjeon
Tour Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Tour Participants: 2-20 people (The tour is subject to cancellation if the minimum required number of participants is not met.)
Why We Recommend It
Explore Gyeongbokgung Palace's hidden stories with an English guide.
Enjoy a quick, two-hour tour into Korea's history and architecture.
Experience the history and culture of the Joseon Dynasty.
Things to Keep In Mind
Please make a reservation at least 3 days before the departure.
Included: Gyeongbokgung Palace Admission Ticket, English Guide
Excluded: Meals, Personal Expenses, Travel Insurance
Cancellations 3 days prior to the departure: Full Refund; Cancellations 2 days prior to the departure: No Refund; No-show: No Refund
This tour requires a lot of walking. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes.
This is not a private tour; you'll be joined by multiple participants.
Children under the age of 4 are free of charge. Please bring a passport for age verification.
Joining the tour midway through the schedule is not possible.
Pets are not permitted on the tour, and no waiting area is available for them.
During the tour, recording lectures or filming is not allowed due to intellectual property rights.
The tour will proceed as scheduled even in case of rain, and cancellations due to weather conditions are non-refundable.
Cancellations and refunds due to natural disasters are not possible, but it is possible to change the date of your reservation.
If the tour is cancelled due to the operator's circumstances, you will be notified by the Customer Service team 1-2 days in advance.
If you have any questions, please contact help@creatrip.com.
Price
Gyeongbokgung Palace Morning Tour + Guide (09:30-11:30) | 35,000 KRW |
How to Reserve
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Step 2 | Enter all information in detail and make your payment. Your reservation will be confirmed within 1-2 business days and a voucher will be sent along with your confirmation letter. |
Step 3 | Please make sure to arrive 10 minutes early at the designated meeting spot. The tour departs on time. 09:30 Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5, steps in front of the National Palace Museum of Korea |
Step 4 | Enjoy the tour! |
Preview
Gyeongbokgung Palace captures 500 years of the Joseon Dynasty's rich history. Ready to dive into its stories? Join us in exploring Seoul's iconic landmark!
The Gyeongbokgung Palace tour involves exploring around 10 buildings and symbols of the Joseon Dynasty, with guides explaining the stories and history behind them.
Gwanghwamun and Heungryemun
Gwanghwamun, the majestic main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, symbolizes the entrance to 500 years of history. Feel its grandeur as you step through.
Heungryemun is visible right when you enter the gates through Gwanghwamun. It is the gate that opens doors to the King's hall. There are several gates in the palace, find out what each one means!
Geunjeongmun and Geunjeongjeon
Through the gates of Heungryemun is Geunjeongmun and Geunjeongmun is the gate that leads to Geunjeongjeon, which is where important events like the royal coronation ceremonies were held.
The Geunjeongjeon has held many important national events. This is where servants would greet the King on New Year or where foreign diplomats were greeted. This building is considered the most beautiful piece of architecture inside the palace.
Sajeongjeon and Gangnyeongjeon
Next, you'll see where the King's living space is at Sajeongjeon.
Sajeongjeon is where the King spent most of his time. Most of the important decisions the King had to make were made in this room.
Gangnyeongjeon is where the King's bedroom was. This was where they started and ended their days.
Kyotaejeon and Amisan
Kyotaejeon is where the Queen spent most of her time. There is a secret about Kyotaejeon and if you're interested in finding out what it is, find out on this tour!
Amisan is the garden behind Kyotaejeon. The hill-shaped garden is said to be made from the dirt they dug out to make the Gyeonghoeru pond. Walk along the garden that the Queens of the Joseon Dynasty have walked.
Gyeonghoeru and Sujeongjeon
Gyeonghoeru is where they held royal parties for important events or to welcome foreign diplomats. The building is located in the middle of a pond so it is one of the most beautiful views in the palace! The combination of the trees that surround the pond, the grand roof, and the glistening waters together make a beautiful picture.
Sujeongjeon is where the Korean alphabet was born, one of the most historic moments in Korean history. King Sejong, the creator of the Korean alphabet, and many other scholars spent most of their time studying and working in this building.
We have spent a brief time going over the meaning of some of the buildings in Gyeongbokgung Palace. To get the full story and more about the 500 years' worth of stories that were born in the palace, book a morning tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace!
Gyeongbokgung Morning Tour with Guide
We hope that you can enjoy an educational tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at help@creatrip.com! You can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!
