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Seoul Old Meets New: Palace, Bukchon & Gwangjang Market

By La Bella Korea Travel
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$465 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

This is more than a sightseeing tour — it's a relaxed and personal introduction to Seoul.

As your private local guide, I'll help you discover not only the city's famous landmarks but also the stories, traditions, and everyday life that make Seoul truly special. Rather than rushing from place to place, we'll explore at a comfortable pace, with plenty of time for conversation, photos, and spontaneous discoveries.

Every tour is flexible and can be tailored to your interests, whether you're passionate about history, Korean culture, photography, food, or simply experiencing Seoul like a local.

If you're looking for a genuine connection instead of a scripted tour, this private experience offers the perfect balance of iconic sights, hidden corners, and memorable moments.

Ideal for solo travellers, couples, families, and small groups who prefer meaningful experiences over crowded group tours.

Activity location

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace
    • 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu,
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gwanghwamun
    • 종로1.2.3.4가동
    • 종로1.2.3.4가동, 서울특별시, South Korea

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Seoul Old Meets New: Palace, Bukchon & Gwangjang Market

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$432.43 x 1 AdultNZ$432.43
Paid at activityNZ$32.92
Total
Price is NZ$465.35
Until Thu, 30 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Fully private tour (no other participants)
  • Inclusions
    Licensed local guide
  • Inclusions
    Flexible itinerary
  • Inclusions
    Personalised pace and focus
  • Exclusions
    Public transport (taxi) may be used during the walking tour.
  • Exclusions
    Hanbok wearing if you want
  • Exclusions
    Gyeongbokgung Palace entrance fee
  • Exclusions
    Tip for a dedicated guide

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Gyeongbokgung Palace

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Step into the heart of the Joseon Dynasty by visiting the main building of its royal palace, a place that has preserved over 500 years of history. Discover the fascinating stories and hidden secrets woven into its past.

Bukchon Hanok Village

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
This traditional residential area was once home to the noble families of the Joseon Dynasty. Today, it is surrounded by modern concrete buildings, yet within it you can still find a preserved hanok village where ancestors once lived. As it remains a residential area, visitors are asked to keep noise to a minimum while enjoying the unique atmosphere of these traditional Korean houses.

Insadong

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Insadong is a vibrant cultural street where Korea’s traditions meet modern life. Enjoy a leisurely walk past traditional tea houses, artisan shops, and galleries, and discover unique souvenirs in an atmosphere rich with Korean heritage.

Gwangjang Market

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The market is especially famous for its incredible selection of Korean street food. Visitors can watch skilled vendors prepare dishes right in front of them before enjoying freshly made local specialities at communal counters. Popular foods include: Bindaetteok (crispy mung bean pancakes) Mayak Gimbap ("addictive" mini seaweed rice rolls) Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) Kalguksu (hand-cut noodle soup) Bibimbap Fresh seafood Korean dumplings (Mandu)

Location

Activity location

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    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    • 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu,
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Gwanghwamun
    • 종로1.2.3.4가동
    • 종로1.2.3.4가동, 서울특별시, South Korea

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