Morning city and Korean folk village tour
Attractions & guided tours

Morning city and Korean folk village tour

Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 8 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Explore the culture and history of Korea at Jogyesa Temple and Korean folk village
  • Learn more at National Folk Museum there while at Jogyesa temple
  • Enjoy a nice Korean lunch
What to expect

Explore the Korean traditional culture and ancestor's lifestyle on this full-day tour. Your first stop is Jogyesa Temple, the representative temple of Korean Buddhism. Marvel at its calming atmosphere and intricate architectural design. After passing by the presidential residence Blue House, continue on to the majestic 14th-century Gyeongbokgung Palace which was once the main royal residence of the Joseon Dynasty and is famed for its exquisite beauty and grand sculptures. You can spend hours here and take pictures all day especially if you are a fan of art and history. You can also go to the National Folk Museum there, where you can browse the unique cultural and historical traits of Korea and the lifestyle of ancient Koreans.

After a long exploration around the palace and museum, you will go for a lunch break to ensure you have your energy back before going to your next destination. Take the opportunity to explore the restored Korean folk village for a glimpse of local life centuries ago. Stroll through an open-air museum which introduces traditional culture and lifestyle during the Joseon Period, you can explore the various places with unique features such as a farming village, private house, official districts, Confucian academy, Seodang (village school), and a village street in realistic descriptions, as well as, a nobleman's house and traditional workshop.

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What's included
  • check English speaking guide
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop off from hotels in Seoul
  • check Entrance fees to all sites
  • check Lunch
What's not included
  • x_not_included Optional gratuities
  • x_not_included Drinks
Where

Pick up from your hotel in the Seoul city area

Meeting point:
During booking, you will be asked to provide your pick-up address. Please confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local operator whose contact information can be found in the voucher after booking.
What to remember
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place
  • Please re-confirm the pick-up place and time directly with our local partner at least 48 hours before departure. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
  • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time
  • Deoksugung Palace will be visited on Tuesdays instead of Gyeongbokgung Palace
  • National Palace Museum of Korea or History Museum of Seoul will be visited on Tuesdays instead of the National Folk Museum
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Provider
Holiday Planners
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 6 days before the experience begins. If you cancel up to 5 days before, you can still receive a 50% refund.

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