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Overview
- Explore iconic Gyeongbokgung Palace and its historical significance
- Visit the National Palace Museum for insights into royal life
- Experience contemporary art at MMCA Seoul, showcasing Korea's modern culture
- Ideal for first-time visitors, with a focus on engaging storytelling and photography opportunities
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
Additional Information
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Tour Options
Korea Through Art Palace to Modern Seoul Walking Tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Discover the beauty of Korea’s main palace through its architecture, colors, and designs. Admire the stunning traditional buildings with elegant roof curves and wooden brackets that balance strength and beauty. See the colorful dancheong paintings on beams and roofs, each color representing meaning and harmony. Explore intricate patterns of dragons, lotus flowers, and clouds, telling stories of protection, purity, and good luck. Notice the symmetrical layouts and wooden structures that show order, stability, and royal power.
Step inside the museum to see how Korea’s kings and queens lived through art and fashion. Explore paintings that show royal life, ceremonies, and palace scenes. Discover traditional royal clothing and accessories, showing elegance, craftsmanship, and status. Learn how colors, patterns, and designs in clothes and paintings tell stories about Korea’s culture and history.
At MMCA, we will explore a special exhibition featuring modern Korean paintings. See how contemporary Korean artists interpret traditional themes using new styles and techniques. Discover the beauty of Korean painting through colors, brushwork, and patterns that reflect both history and modern life. Learn to appreciate how these artworks connect Korea’s past with its present, showing culture, identity, and creativity.
Meeting Point
Start Point
Meet your guide at Gwanghwamun Gate, the main entrance of the palace. Look for a guide holding a banner or sign that says our company name.
End Point
The tour will end at the museum’s gift shop.
Ticket Redemption
Available Languages
Provided by: Seoul Jolly Tour
Location
12 Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, , Seoul, South Korea
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