Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace History Walk
ID: GYG344341-614101
Category:
Country: South Korea
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover Gyeongbokgung Palace, the first royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty, on a guided historical walk. Pick up insights into the history of the dynasty's largest palace from your professional, local guide.
Meet your guide at Gyeongbokgung station and head to Gyeongbukgung Palace's main gate. Enter the National Palace Museum to learn about the history of Joseon dynasty and see the artifacts which have been housed at the palace for hundreds of years. Walk through the main throne hall, the King’s office space, the King’s bed-chamber, and the Queen’s bed-chamber.
Learn about the history and hidden stories of the largest palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Take photos of the locations where kings and queens once stood. Discover the influence the dynasty had on Korean society during its five centuries in power. End the tour at Gyeonghoiru pavilion, the event hall of the palace. Enjoy some time to explore the palace at your own pace after the tour.
Highlights
- Take a historic tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the most iconic building in Seoul City
- Visit the National Palace Museum of Korea, filled with treasures of the Joseon Dynasty
- Discover the largest elevated pavilion with a man-made lake and the history behind it
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Outside of Gyeongbokgung Station exit 5
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
