This walking tour takes you through Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Seoul, with an English-speaking guide. You spend about 1 hour 30 minutes at Changdeokgung hearing stories of Joseon kings, royal ceremonies and court life, then about 1 hour at Jongmyo learning about the traditions of this Confucian royal shrine. Admission tickets for both sites are included, so there is no need to buy tickets separately.

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

This walking tour covers two UNESCO World Heritage sites, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, with a live English-speaking guide. The guided tour covers about 1 hour 30 minutes at Changdeokgung and about 1 hour at Jongmyo, and admission to both sites is included.

Walk through Changdeokgung, a Joseon royal residence

Begin at Changdeokgung, a beautifully preserved royal residence from the Joseon era. Stroll through historic gates and courtyards as your guide tells stories of Korean kings, royal ceremonies and traditional court life.

Explore Jongmyo, a Confucian royal shrine

Next, head to Jongmyo, the oldest and most traditional Confucian royal shrine in Korea. Walk the peaceful grounds as your guide explains how past kings and royal ancestors are honored and the cultural significance of ceremonies still observed today.

A royal heritage walk with stories

The tour combines history, culture and storytelling in an easy walking route. It suits travelers who want a meaningful introduction to the royal history of Seoul.

※ Changdeokgung Palace is closed every Monday, and Jongmyo Shrine is closed every Tuesday.
※ 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

• 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, and Jongmyo Shrine is closed every Tuesday.