Seoul City Tour: Explore Past, Present, Future

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Seoul with a full day tour that takes you through traditional markets and high-end shopping districts. Discover the rich history and modernity of this dynamic city.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (Western Palace) Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
What's Not Included
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Seoul has served as Korea’s capital for over 600 years, beginning with the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910).
During the Joseon Dynasty, it was known as “Hanyang,” but after liberation from Japan in 1945, following World War II, it became known as “Seoul.”
Seoul, the capital of the Republic of Korea, is the most popular tourist destination in the country.
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Location
Gyeongbokgung Palace
161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Peter_j
Jan 21, 2026
It was a great tour, even... - It was a great tour, even with the challenging circumstanses. It was freezing when we took our tour and my mom can't walk far. Chris was very accomodating. He also is very knowlegable. He also showed us some of the customs and took us to a delicious Korean BBQ place for lunch. We had challenging members in the family but Chris handled it in stride. Highly reccommend.
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Jessica
Jan 11, 2026
Great tour with thoughtful guidance - It was a cold day, but Chris arranged the city tour very well and shared a lot of interesting historical insights along the way. He was attentive throughout the tour, offered hand and foot warmers, and kept checking that I was comfortable. When he learned that I am interested in art and painting, he also showed me some lovely galleries, which I really appreciated. He additionally helped me with some Korean language insights. Overall, Chris clearly cares about his guests and puts a lot of effort into making the experience smooth and enjoyable. And most importantly a lot of facts about Korean history. I would certainly recommend Chris to others when visiting Seoul.
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Savvytravel1979
Jan 10, 2026
Excellent Guide - Knowledgeable and Accommodating - Chris was an outstanding guide for our Seoul tour. He was punctual, communicative, and incredibly knowledgeable about Korean history and culture. His expertise really brought Gyeongbokgung Palace and the other sites to life over two days. The itinerary was well-paced, and his minivan made traveling between locations easy and comfortable in the cold weather. Chris was also flexible with our itinerary, accommodating our request to visit Ho-am Art Museum. His passion for Korea and excellent English made for an engaging and memorable experience, and a wonderful way to familiarize ourself with the local culture.
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Explore588427
Nov 26, 2025
Chris is the best, especially for history buffs! - Chris is a fantastic guide, so knowledgeable and patient with all my questions! I felt comfortable and well looked after the entire day. The visit to the Buddhist temple near the palaces was a special highlight.
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Sebringgm
Nov 14, 2025
The perfect day in Seoul South Korea! - Chris was super communicative from the moment that I booked. He was on time and extremely friendly, making sure that we were taken care of and every step of the way. He was extremely knowledgeable about Korean history and culture and took us to the most incredible Korean lunch with their own private room. Get ready for a fun filled day learning about this incredible city and country.
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264jeromeh
Nov 10, 2025
Great day in Seoul - We had a 10 hour layover in Seoul during our Asian journey from the US. Chris picked us up on time at the airport and took us on a tour of Seoul. I love history however I know very little about this part of the world, especially pre WWII. We spent most of our time at the Gyeongbokgung Palace learning about the history of Korea pre WWII. Was a great day, Chris is a wealth of knowledge. We enjoyed it so much that on our return trip we did a tour with him to the DMZ.
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452marnip
Nov 4, 2025
Very informative Seoul city tour with knowledgeable guide - We learned so much from our guide , Chris. We had very little knowledge of Seoul and Chris helped us to appreciate the history, traditions and customs of Korea. He is a very learned guide with excellent English and a pride for his country that he passionately shares.
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Glenn_l
Jan 21, 2025
VIP experience - Chris gave us knowledgeable insights into Korean history, culture and way of life. The tour itinerary was excellent and was flexible if required.
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Ursula_giustina
Nov 11, 2024
Visit the ancient part of Seoul - Chris Lee was a fantastic guide, very helpful and prepared. We visited all the most important historical places, he told me the highlights of Korean history, but in the meantime he updated me on contemporary topics as well. He understood perfectly what I wanted to see and even suggested places I had not planned, such as a delicious family restaurant to eat local cooked express dishes. As soon as I have the opportunity I will contact him to make another visit to the city in other areas. He drives his comfortable and spacious minivan carefully, which can accommodate even more people.
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Jenniffer_e
Jun 2, 2025
good city tour - Chris spoke english and was able to provide us with a lot of information and history. His itinerary he took us to the Palace , we saw the changing of guards , then to folklore museum for about 30 mins, hanok village, lunch, insadong market , seoul tower.
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From $490 (Per Group)
up to 15 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).