Free tour
The heart of Joseon dynasty with licensed tour guide
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Guru: Daniel
Registered on 31 March 2025
Hello,
I am Daniel, licensed tour guide living in Seoul Korea.
I speak Korean, Chinese, English, Japanese and now I am learning Spanish.
Currently I am working on celebrity cruises, and have two month vacation between contracts.
I love meeting friends from different parts of the world and listen to their lifestyles and stories and share mine as well.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Welcome to this exciting journey through the heart of Seoul! As your guide, I’m here to help you experience the rich history, culture, and beauty of Gyeongbokgung Palace in a way that will leave you with lasting memories.
This tour is not just about seeing the sights – it’s about feeling the history. You’ll get the chance to ask questions, learn interesting facts, and experience the palace like never before.
Highlights:
- Your journey begins at the Gwanghwamun(Sejong Center for The Perfoming Arts)Station, seeing statues of two most important figures of Joseon dynasty as we walk to Gwanghwamun Gate.
- Watch changing of the guard ceremony, a colorful and traditional ritual that takes place at the gate.
- Walk through main buidings including Geunjeongjeon Hall, Gyeonghoeru Pavilion: and The Royal Quarters.
After the tour, you can leave the palace through North Gate or walk back and continue to explore National Palace Museum of Korea or National Folk Museum of Korea.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
145-3 Sejongno, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Exit 4, of Gwanghwamun(Sejong Center for The Perfoming Arts)Station, Subway line 5
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Outside visit
145-3 Sejongno, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Exit 4, of Gwanghwamun(Sejong Center for The Perfoming Arts)Station, Subway line 5, right beside the Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin.
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Outside visit
Gwanghwamun Gate
Walk to Gwanghwamun Gate
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Entry not included
Gyeongbokgung Palace
3,000 Korean Won for the entrance of the tour, free if you wear proper Korean traditional costume.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
The heart of Joseon dynasty with licensed tour guide
