Deoksugung + Jeongdong-gil: A Walk in Korea's Rich Heritage | 3 hours

9 Reviews | Seoul
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Depart fr City Hall Station: In front of Deoksugung Palace Ticket office, Exit 2 of City Hall Station and walk straight about 2 mins

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Profession English Tour Guide
  • Lunch
  • Other personal consumption

Overview

● Learn about late 19th-early 20th century Korean history. ● Engage with a local guide, fostering a deeper connection to the community and its living heritage. ● Experience the juxtaposition of historic and modern, traditional- and Western-style 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.

Meeting points

In front of Deoksugung Palace Ticket office, Exit 2 of City Hall Station and walk straight about 2 mins.

End point

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Cheonggyecheon Stream

Itinerary

  • Deoksugung

    Deoksugung Palace, also known as Gyeongun-gung, is a beautiful and historically significant palace located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. It was built during the Joseon Dynasty and served as the residence of various members of the royal family throughout its history. Deoksugung Palace is unique in that it has a mix of traditional Korean architecture and Western-style buildings, which were added during the Japanese occupation of Korea. The palace is also known for its beautiful gardens, including a stone-wall road lined with pine trees and a lotus pond. Today, Deoksugung Palace is open to the public as a museum and cultural site, with various exhibitions and cultural events held throughout the year. Visitors can explore the palace grounds, learn about its history and significance, and experience traditional Korean culture.

    20 minutes

  • Gyeonghuigung Palace

    Gyonghuigung Palace, also known as Gyeonghui Palace, is a historic palace located in the Jongno-gu district of Seoul, South Korea. It was originally built in 1623 during the Joseon Dynasty as the residence of King Gwanghaegun's father, but was later destroyed during the Japanese invasions of Korea in the late 16th century. The palace was rebuilt in 1867 during the reign of King Gojong and served as the secondary palace for the royal family. It was also used as a military headquarters during the Japanese colonial period and suffered significant damage during the Korean War.

    20 minutes

  • Appenzeller Noble Memorial Museum

    The former home of Baekjae Hakdang, a missionary school that was later expanded into a university (now known as Pai Chai University in Daejeon.) The museum tells about the history of the school, its Methodist founder, Henry Apenzeller, and some of its most famous alumni.

    10 minutes

  • Jeongdong Theater

    A theatre that features concerts, plays, and musicals incorporating elements of traditional Korean culture. We will stop here so that guests can get some coffee or other drinks and use the restroom.

    25 minutes

  • Jungmyeongjeon Hall

    Built in 1899 as the imperial library of the Korean Empire. After Deoksugung Palace caught on fire in 1904, the place became the temporary residence of Emperor Gojong. It was also where the infamous Eulsa Treaty (Japan-Korea Protectorate Treaty)was signed in 1905. Its exhibition hall serves as a place for historical education.

    15 minutes

  • Gwanghwamun Square

    landmarks located in the Jongno-gu district of Seoul, South Korea. Gyeonghuigung Palace is a historic palace that was originally built during the Joseon Dynasty in the 17th century. It served as a secondary palace for the royal family and was also used as a military headquarters during the Japanese colonial period. Today, it is open to the public as a cultural site and museum. Gwanhwanmun Square, on the other hand, is a large public square located in front of the palace. It was built in 2009 and serves as a popular gathering place for locals and tourists alike. The square features a large fountain, a statue of King Sejong the Great, and several other sculptures and art installations.

    20 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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Wonderful introduction to Seoul

Published on Aug, 2024

Sam was a wonderful tour guide. He provided a fun and informative tour. This walking tour gave us a sense of Seoul’s history and was a good introduction to Seoul.

Excellent walking tour with Henry.

Published on Dec, 2023

We did this tour today. Despite rain throughout, We found this to be an enjoyable and interesting tour due to our excellent guide Henry. Henry is so knowledgable providing us with history, meanings and interesting tidbits at every site we visited. This tour takes in Deoksugung Palace, several museums and historically significant landmarks and buildings in 3 hours. The pace is unhurried and the walking is easy. This tour is worth doing.

Seoul Walking Tour

Published on Sep, 2023

The Seoul Walking Tour was a very interesting experience! Our guide, Henry had a good command of english and shared alot of interesting anecdotes. Both of us thoroughly enjoyed it as we got to walk some areas not usually patronised by tourists. We trawled quite a number of Museums as well such as the Seoul Museum of Art (previously the Supreme Court), the Modern Education Museum, saw the old newpaper printing press building & saw mock ups of life in the 1960s/70s. Would definitely recommend if walking is your thing and you want a different view of an otherwise typical Asian city.

Understanding Seoul History

Published on Sep, 2023

Our tour guide, Henry Park, was very warm and welcoming. He started his tour drom Deoksugung Palace, then walked around the city, visiting various historical landmark. Through his explanation, we could appreciate Seoul more..where old and new co-exist together. He has very good command of english. I recommend him if you would like to have this tour for your trip.

Great

Published on May, 2023

If you want to know more about Korean history, I very much recommend this tour to you~~ Please don't miss it!!

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