Explore Korea Day Tour: Seoul Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village | Mini Tour with Maximum 10 Pax

Wearing Hanbok
Hanbok is traditional Korean clothing that has been worn for centuries. It is characterized by its simple yet elegant design, with high-waisted skirts and long, flowing tops for women, and long jackets and loose-fitting pants for men.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
It is a historic palace located in Seoul, South Korea. It was the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty and served as the residence of the king and his family. The palace was built in 1395 and served as the center of political and cultural life in Korea for centuries. During this time, it was the largest palace in the country and was known for its grand architecture, impressive gardens, and elaborate ceremonies. In the late 19th century, the palace was destroyed by fire during a war, but was later restored and is now a popular tourist destination.
The National Folk Museum of Korea
It's located in the Gyeongbokgung Palace is a place to showcase the traditional way of life in Korea. It displays nearly 4000 related ethnic materials and is the only comprehensive national museum in Korea that comprehensively show the case of the history of folk life.
Bukchon Hanok Village
Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that date back to the Joseon dynasty. The name Bukchon, which literally translates to "northern village," came about as the neighborhood lies north of two significant Seoul landmarks, Cheonggyecheon Stream an Jongno. Today, many of these hanoks operate as cultural centers, guesthouses, restaurants, and tea houses, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience, learn and immerse themselves in traditional Korean culture. As Bukchon Hanok Village is an actual neighborhood with people's homes, visitors are advised to be respectful while looking around.
Insadong
It is a neighborhood in Seoul, South Korea, known for its traditional culture and arts. It is a popular tourist destination, offering a variety of traditional Korean shops, restaurants, tea houses, and galleries. Visitors can also experience Korean cultural activities such as calligraphy, pottery, and Korean paper craft. Insadong is also famous for its street vendors and street performers, making it a vibrant and bustling place to explore Korean culture.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
It comprises various facilities for exhibitions and shopping - notably DDP Art Hall, DDP Museum, DDP Design Lab, Oullim Square, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, the latter of which exhibits artifacts from the former Dongdaemun Stadium Memorial. Not only is DDP famous for its architectural design, which attracts many people to take pictures, but it is visited by citizens and tourists alike as both a must-visit attraction and rest area that symbolizes the Dongdaemun area in connection with the surrounding commercial district. Take a closer look at DDP’s world-famous architectural design through photographs!
The tour will end here. You have enough time to stroll around DDP. The night will be more charming under the lights!