Seoul Night Palace & Market Food Tour with Vehicle
Description
Our purpose is to give you an unforgettable local experience, ensuring safety and comfort as you explore Seoul’s most iconic night attractions in one seamless journey. Begin your evening with a peaceful stroll through Changgyeonggung Palace, where royal stories come alive under the stars and hidden corners invite perfect photo moments. Then, feel the vibrant energy of Gwangjang Market. Taste over 11 authentic Korean dishes in generous portions, from beloved classics to adventurous specialties like locals! Between tastings, your guide shares insights into Korean drinking culture. Raise a glass like a local, share laughter, and connect through tradition. As night deepens, the lanterns of Jogyesa Temple cast a gentle glow over the city, offering a serene contrast to the lively market. This journey blends history, flavors, and night scenery into one unforgettable memory. Please inform us of any allergies in advance.
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Changgyeonggung Palace has the most beautiful night view among Korean palaces. And why does Changgyeonggung have the saddest story of all palaces in Korea? Listen to the hidden stories with the wonderful night view!
From sipping on the iconic Makgeolli (Korean rice wine) to savoring the delightful Jeon (savory pancakes), every moment spent here offers an extraordinary gastronomic adventure. If you're a daring foodie, try the live octopus, a standout dish famously featured in the movie "Old Boy". Its unique texture and fresh taste create a culinary experience that is both exciting and memorable. Tasting the live octopus offered at the market is a personal choice. And there's more. Get ready to taste four special types of traditional Korean street food, each one a crowd-pleaser at Gwangjang Market. These are not your typical fast food; each dish has a story, every bite is a piece of Korean culture. No visit to Gwangjang Market is complete without trying the popular Kkwabaegi (twisted Korean donuts). These sweet treats are so popular that people line up to get their hands on them. But with our insider tips, you can skip the line and dive straight into this sweet indulgence.
How did Korean people come to believe in Buddhism? Enjoy the story of Korean Buddhism and beautifully shining lanterns!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guide contact details will be sent at least 10 hours before the tour via platform message or email. Please check them before the meeting.
- This tour operates as scheduled even in case of rain or snow. We will only contact you separately if the weather makes it completely impossible to proceed.
- A vegan option is available: if you’d like to change to a vegan meal, please pay $10 USD (14,000 KRW) in cash to the guide before the tour starts. (A separate vegetable bibimbap will be provided for each person.)
- In Korea, during the summer months (Jun-Aug), the sun sets later, so between 6:00~8:00PM, it may still be bright, unlike what is shown in some photos.
- The tour starts with a walk from Hyehwa Station to Changgyeonggung Palace, then continues by vehicle.
- Vehicle transportation is provided only for transfers between each attractions.
Reviews(422)
Our guide's English was easily understood. He is very knowledgeable and took the time to tell us detailed historical stories about the royal family of the palace we visited. The food market was dun-- we visited contracted stalls where our tourist groups were also. Then we went to Jogyesa which was lit up at night
Thank you so much for your kind review, Tara! We're thrilled to hear that your guide's knowledge and storytelling made the visit to the palace so memorable. We're glad you also enjoyed the food market and the beautiful Jogyesa temple lit up at night. We hope to welcome you back to Seoul soon!
It was a really nice evening. Our host Kay was great. Everything was easy. The palace tour was fabulous there were few people around because of the rain, the food markets had awesome food, and great to meet new people rather than going to dinner by myself. Very enjoyable
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Tracey! We're so happy Kay made your evening smooth and enjoyable. Rain or shine, we love that the palace and food markets delivered such a great experience. It was wonderful having you with us - we hope to welcome you back to Seoul soon!
Perfect experience, guide lovely, food amazing and great atmosphere! Super evening night!
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you had a perfect evening with us - a lovely guide, amazing food, and great atmosphere is exactly what we aim for. We hope to welcome you back for another super evening in Seoul soon!
We enjoyed our experience of the palace tour and night market, despite the rainy weather. Sheen was informative and made the tour a lot of fun. We would recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're glad Sheen made your evening fun and informative - even in the rain! We hope to welcome you and your group back for another great evening in Seoul soon.
We had the best time with Sheen Kim on the evening night palace tour and market. He made the experience so much fun. I would recommend him.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled Sheen made your evening night palace tour and market such a fun experience. We'll be sure to pass along your lovely words to him. We hope to see you back in Seoul soon!
We had a great time with our tour guide Chris Choi! We all agreed after the tour that while the palace is beautiful on its own Chris added a lot to the experience by sharing stories about its history and answering questions. We all have a decent knowledge of Korea history and still learned a lot. The market was a great experience because Chris guided us to some delicious spots and although he had recommendations for what we should order, we still got to adjust what we ate based on our preferences. We had a great time and would highly recommend to any group that enjoys good food and engaging history lessons
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Chris made the history come alive for you and guided you so well through the market. His passion for sharing Seoul's stories is something we truly cherish. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to him! We hope to welcome you back to Seoul again soon!
The tour was well-organized, and we got to experience many flavors of Korean cuisine. We managed to see quite a lot in just a few hours. The guide shared a wealth of knowledge in a clear and informative way.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad the tour was well-organized and that our guide's knowledge made the experience both informative and enjoyable. It means a lot to know you got to experience so many flavors of Korean cuisine. We hope to welcome you back to Seoul again soon!
Very nice excursion. Nice experience. Excellent food and service. Very competent and friendly guide.
Hartelijk dank voor uw mooie woorden! We zijn erg blij dat u genoten heeft van de excursie en het eten. Het is geweldig om te horen dat onze gids zo bekwaam en vriendelijk was. We hopen u snel weer te mogen verwelkomen in Seoul!
An absolutely wonderful guide! She went above and beyond what was included in the tour, sharing so much knowledge and insight throughout the tour. You can clearly see how much she loves both her job and her country, and her enthusiasm made the experience even more special. She was professional, personable, and genuinely lovely to be around. Thanks to her, i had an incredible experience and learned far more than expected. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for this heartfelt review! We're truly touched to hear that Landy made such a lasting impression. Her passion for sharing Seoul's history and culture with every guest is what makes her so special, and we're so glad it came through. We'll be sure to pass along your wonderful words to her. Hope to see you again in Seoul!
This is a great tour! Our guide Kay was lovely. Very knowledgeable, answered all our questions. Everything we saw was wo derful on a beautiful day. Palace was i teresting, temple was beautiful at night! And the food was fantastic! You will not leave hungry and get to try a wide variety of delicious foods! The market was very interesting.... hundreds of booths and so much to see! Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Kay made your Night Palace tour such a great experience. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the palaces, temple, food, and market - there really is so much to discover! We hope to welcome you back to Seoul for more adventures soon!
