4 Hours UNESCO Palace and Street Food Tour in Seoul

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Seoul's UNESCO-listed palaces and delight in vibrant street food at Gwangjang Market. Discover rich history and savor beloved local flavors in this unique 4-hour tour.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Seoul’s historical palaces, Changdeokgung and Changgyeonggung, and the vibrant street food scene at Gwangjang Market! Our tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into Korea’s rich history and savor its culinary delights, suitable for all ages. Our first stop is Changdeokgung (Palace), a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its harmonious blend of traditional Korean architecture and natural surroundings. Capture stunning photos while you explore the palace. Next, we will move to Changgyeonggung (Palace), a royal gem known for its distinctive features and fascinating stories about the royal families who once resided here. After exploring the palaces, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure at Gwangjang Market. From savory pancakes to rice wine, you’ll experience the same delicious flavors featured on popular shows like Netflix’s “Street Food.” We look forward to sharing this incredible experience with you!

What You Get

Professional English-speaking guide
All Entrance Fee
Lunch
At Gwangjang market, delicious street foods, including seaweed rice rolls and mung bean pancakes together with Korean rice wine, made famous by Netflix. (NOT Vegetarian Food)
Traveler's Insurance
Secret Garden Tour in Changdeokgung Palace

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Changdeokgung Palace

Let's look around a timeless masterpiece recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its unparalleled harmony of architecture and nature. As the best-preserved of the Joseon palaces, Changdeokgung offers a captivating experience in every season. Completed in 1412, it served as the primary royal residence for centuries, hosting the last emperor of Korea until 1926.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
2

Changgyeonggung Palace

Palace was constructed in 1418 alongside Changdeokgung Palace and primarily functioned as a residential complex for the royal family. Upon the demise of a king, the queens would relocate to this palace. Changgyeonggung Palace holds a wealth of historical accounts that shed light on the intricate relationships within the royal family.
40 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
3

Jongno 4(sa)-ga

We will walk through the street stretching from Changgeonggung Palace to Gwangjang Market.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Gwangjang Market

LUNCH TIME !!! The Market and its street foods gained international recognition when they were featured in the Netflix TV series "Street Food", in the episode dedicated to Seoul, South Korea. Notably, the market is renowned for its diverse array of restaurants and food stalls, offering a delectable selection of traditional Korean cuisine.
50 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Cheonggyecheon Stream

Cheonggyecheon Stream is an 11 km-long stream that runs through downtown Seoul. Created as part of an urban renewal project, Cheonggyecheon Stream is a restoration of the stream that was once there during the Joseon Dynasty.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Changdeokgung Palace General Tourism Support Center, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 110-360

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In front of Ticket Office of Changdeokgung (창덕궁 표 사는곳) - (Subway Line 3) Get off at Anguk Station. (Exit. 3) and walk 5 minutes, or - (Subway Line 1, 3 or 5) Get off at Jongno 3-ga Station, (Exit. 7) and walk 10 minutes
End Point

Gwangjang Market, Seoul, South Korea, KR, 110-440

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- Near to the stations of Subway Lines 1, 2 and 5 - The tour concludes at the Cheonggyecheon Stream, nearby.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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