Seoul Old Town: Changdeokgung Palace & Bukchon Hidden Tour
Highlights
- Explore Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO site with rich Joseon Dynasty history
- Discover Bukchon’s hidden, quiet hanok alleys away from main tourist crowds
- Enjoy a guided walk with local stories, culture insights, and photo spots
About this tour
Discover the charm of old Seoul on this guided walking tour through Changdeokgung Palace and Bukchon’s quieter, hidden hanok alleys. Begin at Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its elegant architecture and rich royal history from the Joseon Dynasty. Walk through the palace grounds as your guide brings Korea’s royal culture and traditions to life. Continue into Bukchon’s less-crowded back alleys, where traditional hanok houses are still lived in today. Away from the main tourist routes, explore peaceful streets, discover local stories, and enjoy carefully selected photo spots that show a more authentic side of the neighborhood. This experience is perfect for travelers who want a relaxed, insightful introduction to Seoul’s history, culture, and hidden traditional atmosphere in a short walking tour.
Itinerary2 stops
- 1
09:30
About 60 min here
Changdeokgung Palace
- 2
10:30
About 90 min here
Bukchon Village( hidden spots)
What's included
Included
- · Licensed professional guide
- · Entrance fees to attractions
Not included
- · Personal expenses
- · Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Meeting point
Changdeokgung Ticket Office
What to bring
- · Comfortable walking shoes
- · Hat / umbrella / poncho
Know before you go
* This is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. * The tour runs rain or shine, so please prepare appropriate clothing. * Entry tickets to Changdeokgung Palace are included unless stated otherwise. * Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure time. * Late arrivals may not be able to join the tour once it has started. * Changdeokgung Palace is closed every Monday. * Please download WhatsApp so our staff can contact you with important updates or notices regarding your tour. * You will explore the hidden gems of Bukchon, away from the crowded main spots.
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Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 72 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
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- · If you do not arrive at the meeting point at the scheduled time, the booking is treated as used and cannot be refunded.
- · If we cancel your booking for any reason, you will be offered a different date or a full refund — your choice.
- · If your guide does not arrive, contact us and we will arrange a replacement guide or refund you in full.
- · If the tour cannot run because of events beyond anyone’s control — natural disaster, civil unrest, government restrictions — you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
- · If we cancel because of bad weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
- · This activity requires a minimum number of participants. If it is not met, we will offer a different date or a full refund.
Cancel up to 72 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
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