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Seoul : Deoksugung Palace Half day Walking Tour

Seoul, South Korea
2 hours
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What You Will Do

Enjoy the Deoksugung Palace tour in the morning or at night. One hundred years ago, Korea was called "Korean Empire," not Joseon nor South Korea. Deoksugung Palace, which served as the main palace instead of Gyeongbokgung Palace, is the only palace with traditional and western-style buildings put together. Because it was at the center of the period during the first tempt of modernize in 600 years, it preserves different beauty, history, and the pain of Japanese invasion. The tour will proceed as a night tour because of it's greater beauty and peace during the the night. As the location is near the City Hall and Gwanghwamun Station, you will be able to enjoy the tour without any pressure. The stone wall next to Deoksugung Palace is also famous for its beauty, so don't miss it!

What's Included?

  • licensed local tour guide

What's Not Included?

  • Food and drinks
  • Personal audio earphones

Cancellation Policy

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

Itinerary

Meeting Point

09:30am/06:30pm Outside Exit 1 of City Hall Station

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Deoksugung

2 hours

1. 6:20pm Meet in front of Exit 3 of City Hall station 2. Junghwajeon : The main throne hall 3. Seokjojeon : Western-style building 4. Seokeodang : The most beloved building by King Gojong 5. Hamnyeongjeon : King's bed-chamber 6. Jungkwanhun : Cafeteria Highlights: 1. It's a night tour of Deoksugung Palace, which offers explanations in English and Chinese. 2. You can hear the stories of the Korean Empire that existed from 100 years ago and the architecture of Deoksugung Palace. 3. You can ask all questions to the professional guide of Deoksugung Palace. Recommended to those who has interest in the history and architecture of the Korean dynasty. 4. The tour lasts about two hours, and you can learn about the history of Korea and old architecture buildings.


Additional Information

This activity is operated by koreaguidetour
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On Mondays, Deoksugung Palace is closed and you can book our Gyeongbok Palace tour.
  • We inform you via email/WhatsApp about meet up place and time, etc…
  • lease leave your name, ID and contact number correctly, in case of the cancellation notice it will sent via WhatsApp
  • For yours personal hygiene, we recommend bringing personal earphones(or headset) for receiver. 3.5mm (Available to provide used earphones)
  • For your information , if the number of participants are under 4, the tour will be canceled. The cancellation notice will sent by whatsapp.
  • Please the estimate of the private tour should require via e-mail.
  • Recording or filming the tour is not allowed.
  • Pets are not allowed. (No particular place to look after them)

Guide Options

  • Guide - English