Contrast of Seoul: Royal Palace Secrets (UNESCO) and Bukchon Hanok Village

The tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes

Available in Spanish

Description

Discover the perfect balance between the royal mystique of the Joseon dynasty and the life of the Korean high nobility! This tour is designed to show you the true essence of Seoul through three iconic places that hide the most fascinating pages of our past, all in a pleasant guided walk in Spanish.

While most tourists only stay at the main and busiest palace (Gyeongbokgung), we will explore corners with a much more authentic, profound charm and fewer crowds.

What will we visit and discover together?

• Unhyeongung Palace (Free Entry!): The epicenter of power in the 19th century. We will learn about the history of the "King of the Shadows" (Heungseon Daewongun), his colossal power, and the secrets of a spectacular royal wedding.

• Changdeokgung Palace (UNESCO World Heritage): The most beloved palace by the kings. We will learn about the philosophy of 'Pungsu-jiri' (Korean Feng Shui) at the historic Geumcheonkyo Bridge and how architecture merges immortally with nature.

• Bukchon Hanok Village: The residential neighborhood of the high aristocracy of Joseon. We will walk among hundreds of traditional houses (Hanoks) that have survived for 600 years, discovering the daily life of the nobles and enjoying spectacular panoramic views where the past and present of Seoul coexist.

📸 A very special gift for you!

As a photography and culture enthusiast, during our tour I will capture your best moments with my professional camera so you can take home movie-quality memories. Forget about common 'selfies'!

⚠️ Important Information:

• Tickets not included: To access the paid palace (Changdeokgung), the cost is only 3,000 KRW (approx. 2 USD). Please bring cash or card. (Unhyeongung and Bukchon Village are free access).

- Changdeokgung: 3,000 KRW

• The tour requires quite a bit of walking and climbing some slopes in Bukchon, so it is highly recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring water.

Come walk with me on this journey through time where every corner has a story to tell! See you soon!

Guide: Travel Bucket Korea

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Guiding since 2025

2 stops

1.1 km walking

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:UnhyeongungWe will meet exactly right in front of the main gate of Unhyeongung Palace (the entrance with traditional wooden doors). How to get there? It's very easy: take Line 3 of the subway to Anguk Station and exit through Exit 4. Walk straight for about 50 meters (less than 1~2 minutes on foot) and you will see the palace entrance on your left. It's a spacious and quiet place, perfect to start our tour. To make it easy for you to recognize me, I will be there waiting with my professional camera in hand and a big smile. See you there! If you have any trouble finding the place or are running late, please send me a direct message through the GURUWALK app. I'll be on the lookout!Open in Google Maps →

Entry not included

Changdeokgung (UNESCO)

Outside visit

Bukchon Hanok Village

2 stops

1.1 km walking

2 hours and 30 minutes

Entry not included

Changdeokgung (UNESCO)

Outside visit

Bukchon Hanok Village

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 1 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.