• Seoul - A tour of Seoul offers a unique experience for many visitors. The city’s captivating scenery and vibrant culture become even more enchanting when shared with friends from diverse backgrounds.

Seoul, a place of geomantic significance, has long been a symbol of royal authority and has thrived as a center of Korean folk theater throughout history.

With the “Seoul Tour,” it is hoped that travelers will immerse themselves in the dynamic culture and vibrant energy of the beautiful Republic of Korea, wishing them enduring health, success, and prosperity. Let’s embark on today’s tour.

Seoul stands as a symbol of royal authority and has been Korea’s most prosperous city throughout history.

• Gyeongbokgung Palace - Legend has it that the name Seoul was first coined during the Joseon Dynasty when Jeong Do-jeon accompanied King Taejo Yi Seong-gye to Bukaksan Mountain. It was March, and the surrounding mountains were blanketed in snow. The land within appeared as if enclosed by a snow fence, leading him to call it Seol-ul, which evolved into Seoul.

The name Gyeongbokgung Palace signifies that “the new dynasty will enjoy great fortune and prosperity.” Visitors can experience the essence of the noble and dignified royal culture. Situated against Bukhansan Mountain to the north, the main gate, Gwanghwamun, is a sight to behold. Visitors can also don Hanbok and immerse themselves in traditional Korean culture.

The Gyeongbokgung Palace tour offers a deeper understanding of Korean culture. Traditional performances, such as the Changing of the Royal Guards Ceremony held daily at noon, provide foreigners with an authentic experience of Korean tradition.

• Insadong - Insadong is a pedestrian-friendly street that represents Seoul and is a must-visit attraction. It features galleries, traditional tea houses, restaurants, street vendors, handicraft shops, Janmun shopping malls, antique shops, craft shops, and flower shops. Visitors can stroll through and enjoy Korean bibimbap, experiencing the unique characteristics of a Korean street and creating lasting memories of cultural exploration.
• National Folk Museum of Korea - The National Folk Museum of Korea, under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, is dedicated to the collection, preservation, research, exhibition, education, and exchange of the lifestyles, customs, and practices of the Korean people and other countries, along with the tools and materials used.

The museum, a national institution under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, focuses on collecting, preserving, and exhibiting unique folk materials while conducting systematic research. It is closed on January 1, Lunar New Year’s Day, and Chuseok. The main building also houses a children’s museum.

• Namsan Park - Namsan Seoul Tower
  The tower itself stands at 236.7m, which is relatively modest compared to typical landmark structures, but when combined with Namsan’s elevation, it reaches 479.7m.

Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Seoul from the Namsan Tower Observatory, which offers a 360-degree rotating view, allowing them to take in the entire city at a glance.

The Namsan Tower Cable Car costs 15,000 Korean won per person, and the Observatory admission fee is 26,000 Korean won per person.

• Bukchon Hanok Village - Bukchon is a traditional residential area in Seoul, nestled between Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine, where traditional hanok houses are densely packed. Known as a “street museum” in the city center, it boasts numerous historical sites, cultural assets, and folk materials. It is called ‘Bukchon (North Village)’ because it is located north of Cheonggyecheon and Jongno, encompassing Gahoe-dong, Songhyeon-dong, Anguk-dong, and Samcheong-dong. Sagan-dong, Gye-dong, Sogyeok-dong, and Jae-dong are areas where historical traces have been preserved for centuries.

To ensure Bukchon Hanok Village remains a sustainable tourist destination, practicing silent tourism is essential.

• Kwangjang Market - Established in 1905, it is Korea’s first permanent market. Originally, Gwangjang Market was planned to be built by covering the area between Gwanggyo (wide bridge) and Janggyo (long bridge), hence the name Gwangjang Market, meaning “wide and long,” derived from the first letters of the bridge names. However, when it was relocated to Baeogae, the Korean pronunciation of the previous name was retained, but the meaning of “widely gathering and preserving” was added, resulting in the current Gwangjang (廣藏) Market. Over a century later, it has become a bustling market with significant transaction volume. The food market, located where Dongmun, Buk 2 Gate, and Nam 1 Gate meet, is the busiest area, attracting people of all ages, from students to the elderly. It is now a designated world tourist destination, renowned as a transit point for many foreign tourists visiting Korea.
• Changgyeonggung Palace - Changgyeonggung Palace is the third palace built during the Joseon Dynasty, following Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace. Initially, the two-palace system was in place, with Gyeongbokgung Palace as the main palace and Changdeokgung Palace as the auxiliary palace. However, past kings preferred residing in Changdeokgung Palace over Gyeongbokgung Palace, and as the royal family expanded, the living space in Changdeokgung Palace became cramped. Consequently, King Seongjong constructed Changgyeonggung Palace adjacent to Changdeokgung Palace to provide comfortable living quarters for the three queens of the royal family, including Queen Jeonghui, wife of King Sejo, Queen Ansun, wife of King Yejong, and Queen Sohye, wife of King Deokjong. The original name was Suganggung Palace, symbolizing longevity and peace.

Changgyeonggung Palace remains open until 9 p.m., making it an ideal final stop.

• Seoul - After completing the tour of downtown Seoul, it’s time to return to the hotel or accommodation. Guests will be dropped off at their preferred location in downtown Seoul.

• Experienced taxi driver who speaks simple English
• Pick-up and drop-off at airport, hotel, port, stay house
• Parking fee and fuel fee included
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Registered taxis with transportation insurance
• Admission fee included

• Gratuities are not included(recommended)
• Food and Drinks /Drivers Lunch / personal Expenses
• Entry /Admission - N Seoul Tower

The name Gyeongbokgung signifies that “the new dynasty will enjoy great fortune and prosper.” The Gyeongbokgung Palace tour offers a wonderful opportunity to deepen one’s understanding of Korean culture. Additionally, Gyeongbokgung Palace hosts traditional performances, such as the Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony, which takes place daily at noon, allowing visitors to vividly experience Korean traditions.

Insa-dong is home to galleries, traditional tea houses, restaurants, street vendors, specialized shopping malls for handicrafts, antique shops, and flower shops. It is highly recommended to take a stroll and enjoy some bibimbap.

Walking along Bukcheon Hanok Village Road allows one to feel and experience the beauty of Korean culture.

Gwangjang Market, established in 1905, is the country’s first permanent market. While the Korean pronunciation of the name remained unchanged, the meaning of ‘widely gathering and preserving’ was added, leading to its current name, Gwangjang Market.

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