Top Experiences in Deoksugung Palace

Receive a warm welcome to Seoul on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Seoul to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest.

Discover where to find Seoul City Hall and Namdaemun Market, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction.

Private City Kickstart Tour: Seoul is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Accommodation: Best selected 4star hotels located in the heart of downtown.

Tour Guide: Best selected Licensed English speaking guides, who are passionate, well-trained, and knowledgeable to create a truly unforgettable experience.

Tour condition: Premium quality Service, Comfort, Hassle-free Travel, Not too rushed.

As Korean culture spreads around the globe, more and more people come to Korea seeking to experience it first hand.

Gain a true appreciation for Korea’s history and UNESCO world heritage sites on this package of day trips. With your dedicated English-speaking guide and private minivan, sit back and enjoy Korea’s most spectacular sights.

● Witness the diversity of Korean culture, from ancient rituals to modern customs, unveiling the true heartbeat of the nation.

● Engage with locals, fostering a deeper connection to the community and its living heritage.

● Experience the juxtaposition of ancient landmarks and contemporary landmarks that define Seoul's dynamic spirit.

● Immerse yourself in the essence of South Korea, creating a lasting connection to its vibrant past and present.

Explore the wonderful night lights of Seoul with a professional guide and visit Deoksugung palace which has a great view. Take in this unique experience and look at this ancient palace at night with beautiful lights. 

From Banpo Bridge, watch the beautiful rainbow fountain show (Available from Apr~Oct).
*The fountain show stops on the rainy day.

Then go to the man-made floating Island Sevit Some in Han River. Visit Cheonggyecheon Stream and Seoullo 7017, where you can enjoy the night view of Seoul, which is famous for its great view and featured in many k-dramas and k-movies. 

Tour will end at the Myeongdong area.

No Shopping center guaranteed.

On this 4-hour evening tour in central Seoul, you will visit Deoksu Palace, Seoul Plaza (City Hall) and the Dongdaemun market. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a knowledgeable tour guide and comfortable transportation.

Embark on a captivating journey through time as we explore the twilight of the Joseon Dynasty and the birth of the Republic of Korea, delving into the remarkable activities of American missionaries and pivotal historical events.

Korea's most popular ghost tour! One of the top things to do in Seoul. This is the side of Seoul that you won’t find in the tourism brochures. Take a tour down the dark alleys of Seoul's forgotten 600-year history of bloody massacres, seedy hideaways and mourning ghosts. Self-proclaimed clairvoyants on the tour have reported a few sightings, including a little girl who has been seen following the group around. This is not only a ghost tour, but a walk unearthing Seoul's murky and violent past, making the city much more interesting and intimate. Guests also receive an online map of all the haunts, murder sites, and torture chambers mentioned on the tour.

IMPORTANT: Content is rated PG-13. There are some stories of sex & violence. Parents and those with sensitive ears take caution.

✅ Single traveler-friendly
✅ Female traveler-friendly
✅ LGBTQ+ traveler-friendly

STARTING POINTS
"The Original Ghostwalk" Anguk Station, exit 2
"Ghostlore & Legends" Seodaemun Station, exit 4

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!

Our Korean Wave History Tour will make you entertained while learning and experiencing Korea's long history from the Joseon Dynasty to the present rather than general tourism. By joining this lively tour, you will be able to better understand how things have changed over time.

You will feel as if we can draw a detailed picture of where we stand today based on the rich history of the world. A deeper understanding of differences can also be gained through history. It motivates you a lot to learn about the inspiring events that shaped our world.

This is the very unique cultural walking food tour designed by a food professional 'Veronica Kang' who is a food critic and an educator of Korean food culture in Korea. Through the tour, you can enjoy the time travel experience to taste the past and present of Korea, on what is left of an ancient backstreet known as 'PiMatGol'. This tour also includes the Jeongdong neighborhood called Street of Embassies and Deoksu Palace near Cityhall & Gwanghwamun.

Perfect for Explorer & Independent traveler, enjoy a 9Days 8Night driving trip around Korea. This package includes 4-star hotels, one-way KTX from Seoul to Gyeongju.

Accommodation: Best selected 4star hotels located in the heart of downtown.

Tour Guide: Best selected Licensed English speaking guides, who are passionate, well-trained, and knowledgeable to create a truly unforgettable experience.

Tour condition: Premium quality Service, Comfort, Hassle-free Travel, Not too rushed.

Kimchi making class

Experience of Trying on Hanbok

Seoul K-Medi Center, Experience K-medi-related health services including a thermomassage bed, K-medi natural facial pack with foot massage, herbal warmth foot bath and aroma therapy.