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The 15 Best Gyeongbokgung Palace Tours in Seoul

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The grounds are inexpensive to enter and free in hanbok, so what you are buying is somebody to explain them and a route that takes in Bukchon afterwards. These 15 compare guides, hanbok packages and the guard-change timing.

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the royal guard ceremony
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

1.Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,321 reviews · 4 - 9 hours · from $32Our pick

This flexible half-day or full-day Seoul tour pairs Gyeongbokgung Palace and its guard ceremony with Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, ginseng shopping, and Gwangjang Market. Guides such as Sophie, Sunny, Grace, Chloe, and Shin are praised for clear English, humor, history, and helpful local tips.

“I had an excellent time with Grace! I feel like I learned so much in the short time we had for our tour. She was very knowledgeable and very kind.”

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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower) - Jogyesa Temple and Seoul’s city center
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Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

2.Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,647 reviews · from $58Top rated

This 7.5-hour Seoul group tour links Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, traditional markets, Namsangol Hanok Village, and N Seoul Tower. English or Chinese guides, central hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and the Namsan round-trip cable car are included. Tuesday follows a different palace route.

“The tour was good but many sights in short time. Be careful with who you get as a guide. Our guide was in a bad mood and made us stressed.”

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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village - A drive past the Blue House adds modern political context
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Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

3.Seoul City Sightseeing Tour Including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,423 reviews · from $80

Spend eight hours seeing Seoul’s key cultural sights with a guide such as AJ, BK, Lizzy, or Charles. Visit Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village, with lunch in Insadong at your own cost.

“AJ was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable, organized and sense of humour. A good tour for Seoul highlights”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the royal guard ceremony
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

4.Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,044 reviews · from $32

Spend four busy hours seeing Seoul with a guide such as Chloe, Grace, Sunny, Sophie, or Shin. You’ll visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, a ginseng museum, and Gwangjang Market, with transport between stops and local tips along the way.

“This was an interesting tour. Stella was a wonderful guide with so much information on Korea culture and history. I highly recommend !”

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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower - Seeing the royal guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun
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Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

5.Seoul Highlights: Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong & N Seoul Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 726 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $26

Cover Seoul’s major sights with guides such as Kelley, Kelly, Moon, Sunny, and Yuna. The full-day route pairs Gyeongbokgung Palace and Insadong with Gwangjang Market, Namsangol Hanok Village, and a cable-car ride to N Seoul Tower. A Tuesday alternative visits Changdeokgung and Bukchon.

“Did the whole day tour and I enjoyed the trip so much! I have seen so much and Kelly gave us great infos about everything. Kelly our tour guide was just amazing!! Can totally recommend it!!”

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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry - What the one-hour rental includes
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Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

6.Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 611 reviews · 1 hour · from $6Best value

At Daehan Hanbok, one minute from Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4, choose from more than 1,500 traditional and premium hanboks. Staff help you dress, with hair styling and accessories available for an extra fee. Wear your outfit to Seoul’s palaces or Bukchon Hanok Village, then return it to the shop.

“Friendly helpful staff. We had lovely hanboks and the lady helped us find the perfect top and our hair. There were lockers for our stuff and was easy to find the palace after watching Chan’s videos on Instagram! Thank you all”

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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony - Jogyesa Temple offers a calm first stop
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Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

7.Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 357 reviews · from $38

Start with hotel pickup, then visit Jogyesa Temple, Cheongwadae Sarangchae, and Gyeongbokgung Palace before watching the colorful guard-changing ceremony. Guides such as Kelly, Emily, Ray, Sunny, and Gabby have earned strong praise for clear explanations. Expect coach transport, a group of up to 40, and a ginseng shopping stop.

“We highly recommend this tour. Ray,our tour guide hes very knowledgeable and he even know the exactly where the best spot to stand for the best views and picture. He took care of our group to have a best tour ever. Thank you Ray.”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental - Hair styling, lockers, and the practical setup
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

8.Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 289 reviews · 1 day · from $9

Choose a traditional or royal-style hanbok at Gigibebe Hanbok, three minutes from Gyeongbokgung Station. Staff help with dressing and hair styling, then you explore Gyeongbokgung and other Seoul palaces at your own pace. Rentals last two hours, four hours, or all day, with return required by 7:00 PM.

“they did your hair. helped with your dressing, had a free purse, and a locker for you to use. many choices for all ages”

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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace - Meeting near Gyeongbokgung Station
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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

9.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · from $60

Dress in a traditional hanbok, have your hair styled, then explore Gyeongbokgung Palace with guide James and photographer Jacob. You’ll hear lively Joseon stories, pose at royal gates and pavilions, and receive more than 100 edited photos. On Tuesdays, the route changes to Changdeokgung and Ikseondong.

“Such a fun experience. James was wonderful with the tour and communication leading up to the tour (conveying information and plans). So much fun getting dressed up for the palace- they really do make you feel like royalty! Our guides had a wonderful sense of humour, were very knowledgeable and the photos are a nice souvenir too. Highly recommend!”

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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace - The National Folk Museum in 15 focused minutes
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Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace

10.Korean Palace and Market Tour in Seoul Including Insadong and Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 174 reviews · from $89

Spend about 8.5 hours exploring Seoul’s royal past and everyday culture. Visit Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, and Namdaemun Market with guides such as Lizzy, BK, Miel, or Yujeong. Lunch, hotel pickup, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included.

“We really enjoyed this tour despite raining really hard on the tour day (weather is unpredictable). Charles, our guide, was knowledgeable about Seoul. There were about 25 participants in this tour. He was flexible with itinerary. There were timeRead more”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour - The royal guard changing ceremony
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

11.Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Meet your English-speaking guide at City Hall Station for a 3-hour morning walk to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Guides such as Stella, Joe, Jack, and Jay Kim add history, food tips, photo stops, and help with Korean public transport.

“A great way to see and learn about Korean history and traditions. Kat is a fun and informative guide, and was helpful and patient with our group. Highly recommend!”

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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the royal guard ceremony
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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village

12.Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · from $88

Walk from Gwanghwamun Gate through Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong with a professional guide. Guides such as Jay Kim, Stella, Jack, Paul, and Joe explain Joseon history, palace design, Korean customs, and daily life in groups capped at eight.

“We had a great day out with Jay Kim. He was able to provide us with some history of Korea dating back to the Joseon Dynasty and how this related to the palace we were visiting. His knowledge of the palace was fantastic. We then went to Read more”

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Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul - Choosing between traditional and themed hanbok
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Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul

13.Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 79 reviews · from $7

Choose a traditional or themed hanbok at Hanboknam near Gyeongbokgung Palace, add a free hairstyle, then walk to the royal grounds for photos and sightseeing. Rentals last 1.5 to 4 hours. The shop offers men’s, women’s, and children’s sizes, plus king and queen costumes.

“Well organised rental place, good range of outfits - really enjoyed it. Pruce was ok, hairdresser dud well too.”

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Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up) - Blue House Square and the view toward Mount Bukak
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Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)

14.Small-Group Seoul Tour with Gyeongbokgung Palace (hotel pick-up)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $39

Start with hotel pickup and visit Jogyesa Temple, Gwanghwamun Gate, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and Blue House Square. Guides such as Sookhee, Young, Junie, and Brian add useful historical context. Expect walking, a ginseng center stop, and drop-off in Insadong or near City Hall.

“The tour was very informative. The whole family enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend this shorter version rather than the full day. Our tour guide Junie was very knowledgeable.”

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Half day Morning Seoul City Tour(Temple & Gyeongbok Palace) - Gwanghwamun Square and the palace gate
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Half day Morning Seoul City Tour(Temple & Gyeongbok Palace)

15.Half day Morning Seoul City Tour(Temple & Gyeongbok Palace)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $32

Start with hotel pickup at 8:30 am and explore Jogyesa Temple, Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and a short Blue House pass-by. Guides such as Cathy, Molly, Rose, and KC bring Korean history to life. The tour ends in Insadong, with a ginseng stop along the way.

“This half day tour packs in a lot. You get to see the palace and the changing of the guard ceremony. This is a quick lesson in Korean history and culture. If you are in Seoul on a short visit this is the tour for you.”

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