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Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Walking Tour

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Activity provider:Korea Guide Tour
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Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Walking Tour

Activity provider:Korea Guide Tour
4.9  / 5
7 reviews

From US$ 25.82 per person

Spend a lovely time at Deoksugung Palace, which served as a royal palace for years during the Korean Empire. Discover the tragic history of the first and last Emperor, the last king of Joseon.

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Duration 2 hours
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Wheelchair accessible

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Highlights
  • morning/evening walk at Deoksugung Palace and enjoy a unique view
  • Walk through the historic places that symbolize the sad but impactful story of the Daehan Empire under Japanese Colonialism
  • Learn about Korean-style architecture where it meets Western influence
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this unique opportunity to take a walk inside a historical palace at morning/night and learn the hisrory of the Daehan(Korean)Empire. The palace served as the royal quarters for 13 years, until the first and last Emperor Gojong struggled to get back sovereignty over the palace under the Japanese Occupation.  Explore the important milestones of modern Korean history in the middle of a beautiful sightseeing, surrounded by an architectural mix of Oriental and Western styles. Meet your guide at City Hall station and go through the main gate of the palace, Daehanmun Gate.  Follow your guide through Junghwajeon, the main throne hall, Seokeodang, the most beloved building of King Gojong, Hamnyeongjeon, the King's bed chamber, and Jungkwanheon Hall, the cafeteria where the emperor enjoyed his coffees. Feel free to stay behind after the tour to explore at your own pace and take some photos.
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  • Local Tour Guide
  • An Enterance Fee
  • Traveler's insurance
  • Transportation
  • Food and drinks

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Outside of exit 3 of City Hall station

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Deoksugung Palace Tour! an unforgettable moment of my stay in Seoul thanks to the guide Sally, very professional, who puts you at ease, friendly and passionate about her job and so we can only have a good time. Thanks to Sally. Do not hesitate to discover this palace with her

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