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Seoul First-Day Orientation Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon & Inwangsan

Name: Seoul First-Day Orientation Walking Tour: Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon & Inwangsan
Brand: Waug
SKU: 161500
Price: 38.02 USD
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Duration: 6 hours
1 person
Meeting at the designated location
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GYG

11 days ago

Stella’s tour was absolutely amazing! Instead of delivering a boring history lesson, she brought the history of Seoul to life through engaging storytelling. It was also wonderful to get so many extra tips and recommendations beyond the tour itself. The tour was a perfect half-day itinerary, combining a light trek with a relaxing break at Choso Chaekbang Cafe. Starting from the Seoul Museum of History, we took commemorative photos in front of Gyeonghuigung Palace, took in the sweeping panoramic views of Seoul from the Mumu-dae Observatory, enjoyed a cozy coffee break at Choso Chaekbang Cafe, and wrapped up by walking down through Suseongdong Valley toward Seochon. Thanks to Stella, it was a fantastic route full of rich history and stunning views. Thank you, Stella!

11 days ago

It was an amazing and unforgettable experience joining this tour with tour guide Stella. She was very welcoming and knowledgeble. I am the person who was interested in Korea for long time, and this was my first trip to be in korea. Thanks to Stella, I learned a lot about Joseon dynasty and modern day of Korea. Thank you, Stella, for making my first trip to Korea so special, highly recommended !

11 days ago

We had a wonderful time touring some places in Seoul with Stella. Especially, in Inwangsan, she was so kind and made us feel comfortable throughout the whole hike. Walking through the mountain footage and experiencing Korea’s beautiful nature was fantastic. Stella shared so much useful knowledge, and thanks to her gentle guidance, we felt safe and thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I highly recommend her.

22 days ago

Our tour was AMAZING! I could not recommend this more. Our tour guide, B.I. was super friendly, kind, and told us all about seoul, its history and showed us the most beautiful places around the city. We loved spending time with him and getting to know the foods, places, villages, etc. We would love to come back and tour again with B.I., amazing tour guide and amazing person!! This is the best way to maximize your day in Seoul. We got to try different foods and snacks, walk around and move across different areas that were worth visiting!

23 days ago

Grace 가이드님 덕분에 고객분 모시고 서울 투어 정말 잘 다녀왔습니다! 처음부터 끝까지 밝고 친절하게 응대해 주시고, 이동하는 동안 서울 곳곳에 대한 설명도 재미있고 자세하게 해주셔서 고객분도 정말 만족하셨습니다. 일정도 편안하게 잘 이끌어주셔서 저도 부담 없이 고객을 모실 수 있었어요. 다음에 또 해외 고객이 방문한다면 다시 Grace 가이드님을 찾을 것 같습니다. 감사합니다 :)

Highlights

This walking tour is designed for your first day in Seoul. Walk with a licensed local guide through iconic sights such as palaces and hanok villages as well as alleys favored by locals. Learn how to use Seoul's transportation, such as T-money and taxi apps, get to know local culture, and receive advice on the rest of your Korea itinerary. Choose from small-group courses (Night Palace & Cheonggyecheon, Ikseon-dong / Royal Palace & Bukchon / Inwangsan & Seochon) or 3-hour and 6-hour private courses, and private tours can be planned around the places you want to see. There are no forced shopping stops, and you walk at a comfortable pace.

Program

Get ready for your trip
with a local guide on your first day in Seoul

This orientation tour is made for first-time visitors to Seoul. As you walk, you will get an overview of the city, learn how to use transportation such as T-money and taxi apps, and pick up local culture with ease. You can also review and refine the rest of your Korea itinerary in person with your guide.

Meet Seoul's history at palaces and hanok villages

On the small-group Royal Palace & Bukchon course (3 hours), you will tour Gyeongbokgung from Wednesday to Monday, or UNESCO World Heritage-listed Changdeokgung on Tuesdays, with your guide before walking through Bukchon Hanok Village. On the small-group Night Palace & Cheonggyecheon, Ikseon-dong course, you will walk past the palace, along Cheonggyecheon Stream, and through Ikseon-dong in the evening to feel Seoul's nighttime atmosphere.

Walk the Inwangsan trail and the alleys of Seochon

On the small-group Inwangsan & Seochon course (3 hours), you will follow the Seoul City Wall on an easy Inwangsan hiking trail and stroll through the hanok and alleys of Seochon. You can take a break at a cafe converted from a former guard post while enjoying city views (cafe costs are extra).

Plan your own route on a private tour

On the 3-hour private tour, choose between palaces or trails, and on the 6-hour full-day private tour, explore Seoul's must-see spots along with travel advice. Tell your guide where you want to go, such as Gyeongbokgung (Wed–Mon), Changdeokgung (Tue), Bukchon Hanok Village, local markets, N Seoul Tower, DDP, or an Inwangsan hike, and they will create a personalized itinerary.

A sample 6-hour itinerary starts at the Seoul Museum of History and Gyeonghuigung Palace, passes through local neighborhoods to the Inwangsan trail and a guard-post cafe, continues through Suseongdong Valley and Seochon, and ends at Gyeongbokgung and Bukchon. The schedule can also be adjusted to see the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony or try on hanbok.

※ The itinerary may change depending on weather, local events, and your interests.
※ Palace admission tickets, cafe costs, and similar fees are not included.

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Information

What's Included

Private or small-group walking tour experience
Licensed professional local guide
Carefully planned itinerary (fully customizable for private tours)
Engaging storytelling with historical and cultural insights

What's Not Included

Admission tickets
Food and drinks
Insurance
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal expenses
Public transportation (if needed)
Tips (optional)

How To Use

Please check your mobile voucher via email or the WAUG app.
Arrive at the meeting point for your booked option at least 5 minutes before the tour starts to meet your guide.
Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
[Small group] Night Palace & Cheonggyecheon, Ikseon-dong
About a 2-minute walk from City Hall Station Exit 2

Meeting point information:
Meet near Exit 2 of City Hall Station. The tour ends in Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu.

Meeting point :
[Small group] Royal Palace & Bukchon Walking Tour
Wed–Mon: Outside Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7 / Tue: Changdeokgung ticket office

Meeting point information:
From Wednesday to Monday, the tour visits Gyeongbokgung and meets outside Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7. On Tuesdays, the tour visits Changdeokgung and meets at the Changdeokgung ticket office (a 5–10 minute walk from Anguk Station Exit 3). The tour ends on Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu.

Meeting point :
[Small group] Inwangsan Trail & Seochon Walk / 3-hour private tour
About a 5-minute walk from Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7

Meeting point information:
Your guide will wait outside the museum. If you chose Gyeongbokgung for the 3-hour private tour, meet outside Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7. The Inwangsan and Seochon course ends at 161 Sajik-ro (Gyeongbokgung).

Meeting point :
6-hour private tour
Outside Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7

Meeting point information:
Meet outside Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7. You can also decide on a meeting point after planning your tour itinerary.

Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.

※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.