This walking tour starts at the Changdeokgung ticket office in Jongno-gu, Seoul, and explores Changdeokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village on foot with an English-speaking guide. You spend about 1 hour 30 minutes in Changdeokgung, the Joseon royal palace and UNESCO World Heritage site, then about 1 hour walking the quiet hanok alleys of Bukchon. Palace admission is included, so there is no need to buy a ticket separately. Along the way, your guide shares local stories and points out good photo spots.

Start at the Changdeokgung ticket office
and walk through the palace and Bukchon

This is a walking tour of Changdeokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village with a live English-speaking guide. The guided tour covers about 1 hour 30 minutes at Changdeokgung and about 1 hour in Bukchon Hanok Village. Palace admission is included.

Walk through Changdeokgung, a Joseon royal palace

Changdeokgung is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its elegant architecture and rich royal history. Stroll through the palace as your guide explains the culture and traditions of the Korean royal court.

Wander the quiet hanok alleys of Bukchon

After the palace, you move on to Bukchon Hanok Village. Away from the busiest tourist routes, you spend about 1 hour walking quieter back streets where traditional hanok houses still stand.

Hear local stories and find photo spots

Your guide shares local stories and cultural insights about the neighborhood and leads you to photo spots that capture the atmosphere of the alleys. It suits travelers who want an unhurried, informative introduction to Seoul history and traditions in a short walking tour.

※ Changdeokgung Palace is closed every Monday.
※ The tour runs in any weather.

• Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.

• Arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the departure time and meet your guide.

• The voucher is valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point:
Changdeokgung Ticket Office
4-1 Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Meeting point details:
Meet in front of the Changdeokgung ticket office. Late arrivals cannot join a tour that has already left, so please allow plenty of time.

Cancellation & Refund

• You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

Participation Restrictions

• People aged 95 or older and people with altitude sickness cannot take part.

• Alcohol and drugs are not allowed.

What to Bring

• This is a walking tour, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

• The tour runs in any weather, so please dress appropriately.

On-site Information

• Unless otherwise stated, the Changdeokgung Palace admission ticket is included.

• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure. Late arrivals cannot join a tour that has already left.

• Changdeokgung Palace is closed every Monday.