Seoul City Loop: Heritage & Horizons

Embrace Seoul: Discover the Heart and Soul of the City in Just One Day

Fixed Date One-Day Trip (Private)
Starting at: $581.63
per personmore
Departure possible from:
Seoul
Group Size
small group
Duration
8 hours  

What's included

Included
entrance fee
transportation
licensed guide
Not Included
personal expenses and all other expenses not specified explicitly in the program
Tip for the guide and driver

Experience on This Tour

Stroll along the romantic streets of Bukchon, enjoy the view from the tallest skyscraper in Korea, take a memorable photo with the guards of the Gyeongbokgung Royal Palace, and dance at the Horse Dance Monument!

Licensed Guide Only

Sure, you can follow influencers — but only licensed guides in Korea are allowed to legally accompany tourists. That means better access, fewer risks, and no awkward surprises during your trip

Visit Lotte World Tower & Seoul Sky

Enjoy breathtaking views from Seoul Sky, atop one of the world's tallest buildings.

Seoul City Hall from inside!

Let's go to Seoul City Hall, where you will learn about the work of the city government and the architectural features of the building!

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

Architecture that is impossible to imagine - you need to see this building with your own eyes and walk around it on your own feet. Which is what we invite you to do!

Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung

Witness the changing of the guard at the majestic Gyeongbokgung Palace, a regal tradition not to be missed.

Radio Equipment for Group Tours

Our receivers allow you to enjoy the tour at your own pace. Take photos, pause at your favorite sights, or simply listen to the birds sing without missing a word from your guide's narration.

Gwangjang Market

Experience the pulsating energy of Seoul's Central Traditional Market, a culinary paradise where you can try everything from kimchi to bindaetteok, fresh oysters to dumplings from the "Netflix granny."

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Seoul City Hall

A futuristic glass wave rises above the old City Hall, blending past and future in one bold design.
Powered by nature and home to the world’s largest indoor vertical garden, it’s one of Seoul’s greenest landmarks.
Open to visitors — step inside and see the living wall for yourself.

Gyungbokgung Palace

The main palace of the Joseon dynasty — rebuilt more than once, but never lost its grandeur.

Its perfect symmetry, royal guard ceremony, and the chance to wear a hanbok turn your visit into a journey through time.

Lotte World Tower & Seoul Sky

The tallest building in Korea is Lotte World Tower. 123 floors and 555 meters high. And on the highest floors is Seoul Sky - an observation deck.

Floor with transparent floor; the floor where you can go outside, the floor with cafes and souvenirs. Even the elevator that takes you to Seoul Sky is a separate attraction with Guinness records to boot.

Gangnam Style Horse Dance Statue

This statue is a must-visit for fans of PSY's global hit "Gangnam Style." It's a playful spot to capture fun and memorable photos, especially if you strike the famous horse dance pose!

Banpo Bridge

The longest in the world (1140 m) fountain on a bridge.

Insadong. Traditional teahouses, souvenirs, boutiques, galleries...

Insadong is famous for the abundance of souvenir shops, traditional restaurants and tea houses, boutiques.

Insadong-kil Pedestrian Street is the central street of the area.

Often you can see street performances - traditional Korean samul-nori percussion quartet or martial arts tekkyon, taekwon-do or performances of youth groups in the fusion style, etc.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

A futuristic complex by world-famous architect Zaha Hadid, a fashion and design center with flowing lines and modern aesthetics. Located in the Dongdaemun area. A venue for exhibitions, forums, fashion shows, biennales, etc.

Gwangjang Market

Immerse yourself in the culinary heart of Kwangjang Market, rightfully called a paradise for lovers of traditional food in the heart of Seoul. Here, the rich aromas of Korean street food and more substantial dishes come to life. Enjoy crispy hotteok pancakes, steaming servings of tteokbokki, and juicy Korean dumplings (mandu). The lively atmosphere, filled with the sounds of sizzling and enticing aromas, will give you an unforgettable sensory experience. Whether you're a gourmet or simply looking to explore Korean cuisine, Kwangjang is the perfect place to taste authentic dishes and dive into the culinary culture of Seoul.

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Samchong-dong/Bukchon

Winding lanes, wooden hanoks, hidden cafés — this is where time slows down.
Samcheong-dong charms with its hills and galleries, while Bukchon preserves the everyday beauty of Joseon-era homes.
Together, they offer a quiet, romantic escape — a walk through history lined with soft light and gentle stories.

Cheonggyechon Stream

A blend of nature and urban design, this stream winds through downtown Seoul — though entirely man-made today.
Once a natural river, it was buried after the Korean War and revived in 2005 as a tranquil walkway.
Fountains, illuminated bridges, and the Palgakdam weir make it one of the city’s most beloved evening spots.

Great King Sejong Avenue and the Gwanghwamun Square Ensemble

The complex of the central Gwanghwamun Square in front of the Gyeongbokgung Royal Palace, which is the compositional center of the capital of Korea, offers amazing views of Seoul: on one side is the main residence of the kings of the Joseon state (now a museum). But along the  Sejong-daero Avenue, departing from the square, there are high-rise modern buildings: government, embassies, Kyobo - the largest bookstore in Korea. Further down the avenue we can see the Seoul City Hall and still further - the Great South Gate of Namdaemun (National Treasure No. 1).

Bongunsa Temple

Temple of Bongeunsa is located in close proximity to the COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.

Originally named Gyeongseongsa, it was built by King Wonseong of the Silla Kingdom in the 10th year of his reign (794 AD).

In 1498, thanks to Queen Jeonghyeon, it was renovated and expanded to the east of King Seongjong's tomb, and at that time it was given its new name - Bongeunsa.

The iconic view of COEX is visible from the Maitreya Buddha statue on the temple grounds.