4 h

Small Group

Morning

About this activity

Itinerary
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Stop At: Hwaseong Fortress, 910, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do 16253 South Korea

Hwaseong Fortress is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The fortress was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, 825, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do 16258 South Korea

A Hwaseong Haenggung was a temporary palace where the king and royal family retreated to during a war. Hwaseong Haenggung Palace is the largest one of these, use by the Joseon kings since the time of King Jeongjo.

This palace is not only being used as a shelter during war but also King Jeongjo stayed here during trips to worship at his father's tomb.

Duration: 30 minutes

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Included

Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
Hotel pickup in downtown Seoul only
Seoul downtown hotel pickup service only. If customer's stay is not at the Seoul downtown district might have extra charge occur based on the distance.
Entry/Admission - Hwaseong Fortress
Entry/Admission - Hwaseong Haenggung Palace

Not included

Meals
Drinks
Personal expenses
Hotel Drop off (Dismissed at Myeong-dong area)

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Hotel pickup is only available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is at an alternate location, our English speaking guide will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station
This tour does not stop at any shopping centers
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

75%

Reviews

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eam1963

5 | 2017-10-10

We were met on time and headed out to the fortress, Geanie was a very informative guide, explaining all about the kings and realms of the era. The fortress was huge and quite beautiful, a half day was just the right amount time to explore it. On a Monday there is no performances, however it was still a nice morning. Liz

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Terrance M

3 | 2017-05-19

Some potential in this tour was lost. On arrival, it seemed time was frittered away, waiting for the trolley ride. Leaving aside it was a bit gimmicky, it pointed out and then continued past, without stopping, the most photographic parts of the fortress. That made little sense. The time at the palace for the king's mother was good. The military display at the end was very good but again photographic chances were limited as the guide did not suggest maybe arriving a bit early for more of a front row seat. In the small museum before the palace, we were rushed through to a fine little film. The pace of the tour was wrong. As we had come from Seoul, we had transportation. It could have been incorporated into a better visit to the fortress, certainly earning at minimum another star.

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Shefali D

4 | 2017-05-09

Good Tour! Te fortress is unique as a large part of it includes commercial ad residential areas yet it has maintained its historical imprint!!

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CARMEN C

5 | 2016-09-25

This tour was really awesome! I loved the view (even under the rain), the guide had a lot of knowledge and it's a great place to visit alone or with family. Don't miss the show at the end it's fun =) I totally recommend this tour!

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Small-Group Morning Tour from Seoul

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