Full-Day Tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam City
1 day
Full Day
About this activity
You will meet your guide the guide at your hotel lobby in the morning.
The first visit is Jogyesa Temple, the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, becoming so in 1936. It thus plays a leading role in the current state of Seon Buddhism in South Korea. Next visit is the Gyeongbokgung Palace, arguably the most beautiful and the grandest of all five palaces and then explore The National Folk Museum of Korea and enjoy The Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony. Continue to Pass by Blue House, known as Cheong Wa Dae, the Presidential Residence. Afterward, enjoy lunch at Insadong traditional restaurant. After lunch, move on to Gangnam area, visit COEX Aquarium, one of the biggest aquariums in Korea and SMTOWN COEX Artium where is SM entertainment famous star's goods & cafeteria. Last visit is Garosu-gil Street, upscale street in Seoul.
Return back to your hotel.
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The first visit is Jogyesa Temple, the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, becoming so in 1936. It thus plays a leading role in the current state of Seon Buddhism in South Korea. Next visit is the Gyeongbokgung Palace, arguably the most beautiful and the grandest of all five palaces and then explore The National Folk Museum of Korea and enjoy The Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony. Continue to Pass by Blue House, known as Cheong Wa Dae, the Presidential Residence. Afterward, enjoy lunch at Insadong traditional restaurant. After lunch, move on to Gangnam area, visit COEX Aquarium, one of the biggest aquariums in Korea and SMTOWN COEX Artium where is SM entertainment famous star's goods & cafeteria. Last visit is Garosu-gil Street, upscale street in Seoul.
Return back to your hotel.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service available
- English-speaking local guide
- Lunch (seasonal local food)
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Entry/Admission - The National Folk Museum of Korea
- Entry/Admission - Coex Aquarium
- Entry/Admission - National Palace Museum of Korea
Not included
- Food and drinks (unless specified)
- Service beyond the itinerary
- Personal expenses
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Bookings must be made at least 4 days prior to the travel date. Any booking made within 4 days will not be accepted.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- At the time of booking, please inform the tour operator where you would like to be picked up; tour operator contact information will be on your confirmation voucher
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The itinerary above is subject to change due to local circumstances
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
90%
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