Seoul Modern History Night Tour: Deoksugung Palace & Jeongdong-gil

Seoul Modern History Night Tour: Deoksugung Palace & Jeongdong-gil

Step into Korea’s royal past and modern history as you stroll under the city lights — from Deoksugung Palace to Seoul’s most elegant street, Jeongdong-gil.

 

📍 Meeting Point
      City Hall Station (Line 1), Exit 2

🕢 Meeting Time
      7:20 PM
     The guide will contact you the day before to confirm the exact meeting time.

🕯️ Duration
     Approx. 2 hours 

🌙 Tour Highlights

  • Illuminated Deoksugung Palace at night

  • Scenic views from a lesser-known observatory

  • Hidden gems along Jeongdong-gil, Seoul’s romantic historical street

🧭 What You’ll Experience
Your evening begins with a night tour of Deoksugung, one of Seoul’s most iconic palaces, where traditional architecture glows under modern city lights.

After exploring the palace grounds, you’ll head up to a lesser-known rooftop observatory with a stunning view of Deoksugung and the surrounding historic buildings.

From there, follow your guide on a slow stroll down Jeongdong-gil, a peaceful, tree-lined road filled with colonial-era architecture and stories of Korea’s transformation.
Highlights include the Anglican Cathedral of Korea, Seoul City Council, the Russian Legation, Chungdong First Methodist Church, and more.

This tour blends beauty, history, and reflection — perfect for a quiet and meaningful night in the city.

🎒 What’s Included

  • English-speaking guide

  • Palace night entrance ticket

What’s Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Hotel pickup/drop-off

  • Personal expenses

✅ Please note there are no tours on Mondays.

💸 Price
$35 per person