Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #10 in Seoul, South Korea
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11.8 km
329 m
Experience Seoul in South Korea in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Activities in SeoulIndividual Sights in SeoulSight 1: Hyehwamun Gate
Hyehwamun (Korean: 혜화문), also known as Northeast Gate, is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Dongsomun.
Sight 2: Changgyeonggung (Palace)
Changgyeonggung is a palace located in Seoul, South Korea.
Sight 3: Changdeokgung Palace
Get Ticket*Changdeokgung, also known as Changdeokgung Palace or Changdeok Palace, is set within a large park in Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon dynasty (1392–1897). As it is located east of Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeokgung—along with Changgyeonggung—is also referred to as the "East Palace".
Sight 4: Bukchon Art Museum
Bukchon Art Museum (Korean: 북촌미술관) is an art museum in Seoul, South Korea. It has 150 pieces of Korean modern art, 200 pieces of Chinese art, 2500 of old documents of Joseon dynasty in total of 2850.
Sight 5: Baek In-Je's House In Gahoe-dong
The Baekinje House (嘉會洞 白麟濟 家屋) is a house during the Japanese colonial period in Bukchon-ro 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul. On March 17, 1977, it was designated as the 22nd Folk Cultural Property of the Seoul Metropolitan Government. When it was registered as a folklore in 1977, it was owned by Baek In-je, the founder of Baek Hospital, so it was named Baekin-je House.
Sight 6: Gahoe Museum
Gahoe Museum (Korean: 가회박물관) is a private museum in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. Established in 2002, its collection includes over 1,500 items, including 750 amulets, 250 items of folk paintings, approximately 150 classical books, and 250 other odd items. The museum is located on a street of traditional Hanok houses and gardens. The main exhibition hall retains traditional Joseon era architectural features.
Sight 7: Gahoedong Catholic Church
Gahoe-dong Catholic Church (嘉會洞聖堂) is a Catholic church affiliated with the Archdiocese of Seoul located in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. The address is 57, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul.
Sight 8: Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village (Korean: 북촌한옥마을) is a residential neighborhood in Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea. It has many restored traditional Korean houses, called hanok. This has made it a popular tourist destination, which has caused some friction with the residents who live there.
Sight 9: Yi Jungu's House in Gahoe-dong
The Lee Joon-gu House (嘉會洞 李俊九 家屋) is a building during the Japanese colonial period located at Bukchon-ro 11-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul. On May 28, 1991, it was designated as the second cultural property of the Seoul Metropolitan Government.
Sight 10: Cheong Wa Dae
Cheong Wa Dae, also known as the Blue House in English, is a public park that formerly served as the presidential residence and the diplomatic reception halls of South Korea from 1948 to 2022. It is located in the Jongno district of the South Korean capital Seoul.
Sight 11: Gyeongbokgung (Palace)
Gyeongbokgung, also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea. The largest of the Five Grand Palaces built by the Joseon dynasty, Gyeongbokgung served as the home of the royal family and the seat of government.
Sight 12: 사직단 전사청
Sajikdan (Korean: 사직단) is a Neo-Confucian altar located in Sajik-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea. It was built and used during the Joseon period to perform rituals related to soil and grain.
Sight 13: National Memorial of the Korean Provisional Government
The National Memorial Hall of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea is a national memorial hall built on March 1, 2022 in Hyeonjeo-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, to commemorate the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea. Seodaemun Independence Park is located opposite.
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