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Seoul’s Vibrant Colors: Tradition, Craft & Squid Game

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Offered in : English

09:00~19:00
Culture and Heritage Tours
Ticket and Lunch Included
Min 4 People
Air-Conditioned Bus and Professional Guide

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Pick Up at Meeting Point (Free)

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Hotel Pick Up (Free)

Free hotel pick-up service is available if your hotel is located in Jongno-gu, Jung-gu, Yongsan-gu, Mapo-gu, Seodaemun-gu, or Dongdaemun-gu.
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Hotel Pick Up (Charged)

If your hotel is NOT located in Jongno-gu, Jung-gu, Yongsan-gu, Mapo-gu, Seodaemun-gu, or Dongdaemun-gu, an additional pick-up charge of $10 per person will apply.
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Course Description

Day 1

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Hanbok rental: Hanbok is the traditional attire of Korea, characterized by its elegant lines, vibrant colors, and symbolic designs. It has evolved over centuries and is still worn today for special occasions, cultural events, and tourism experiences.

Changdeokgung Palace: Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of the Joseon dynasty, and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. The palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area, a royal family residence building, and the rear garden. Known as a place of rest for the kings, the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion.

Changdeokgung Palace’s garden: Changdeokgung Palace’s garden behind the inner hall, called the "Secret Garden," was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a rest area for the royal family members. The garden had formerly been called Bugwon and Geumwon, but was renamed Biwon Garden, or Secret Garden, after King Gojong came into power. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. Buyongjeong Pavilion, Buyongji Pond, Juhamnu Pavilion, Eosumun Gate, Yeonghwadang Hall, Bullomun Gate, Aeryeonjeong Pavilion, and Yeongyeongdang Hall are some of the many attractions that occupy the garden. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall.

Though it has been treasured by Koreans for centuries, Changdeokgung Palace and its complex was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site by the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Committee in December of 1997 during the committee meeting in Naples, Italy.

Seoul Museum of Craft Art (SeMoCA): The Seoul Museum of Craft Art (SeMoCA), the first public museum of craft art in Korea, opened its doors in Anguk-dong, Jongno-gu, in July 2021 after renovating five buildings of the former Pungmoon Girls’ High School. SeMoCA studies and shares not only works, but also information, records, people, and environment related to craft art with the goal of becoming a dynamic platform for experiencing the technical, practical, artistic, and cultural values of craft.

SeMoCA holds a collection that comprises various crafts and craft materials covering multiple fields and eras from the traditional to the present. SeMoCA also holds exhibitions that feature the history of craft from traditional to contemporary art as well as local and children’s crafts, along with programs that utilize the museum’s craft installations, craft archives, craft library, and craft resource management system.

The site of the museum has deep historical roots as it is also the Andong Secondary Palace Site, where a detached palace was constructed as a royal residence for King Sejong’s son Prince Yeongeung, and served as a venue for royal celebrations, such as the wedding of King Sunjong. The site is also at the center of Jongno-gu, where Joseon-era master artisans (“gyeonggongjang”) of the royal palace produced and delivered craft works.

Lunch: Korean Cuisine

Squid Game: The Experience: Squid Game: The Experience is an immersive attraction inspired by the hit Netflix series, offering fans the chance to experience seven games from the show, including Marble Games, Maze, Glass Stepping Stones, Tug-of-War, Red Light & Green Light, and Musical Chairs. As the largest Squid Game playground ever created, it features life-sized replicas of key scenes, themed photo zones, and insights into traditional Korean games, providing a unique and exciting experience. Available only from March to June, visitors can also enjoy exclusive merchandise, making it a must-visit destination for fans and tourists alike.

Seongsu-dong: Yeonmujang-gil in Seongsu-dong, known for old factories and a shoe workshop street, has been reborn as a place of trendy cafes and culture. The energy of car repair shops, printing factories, and handmade shoes street still exist today but, as global restaurant brands, select shops, and cafes have set up amidst busily operating factories, an atmosphere unique to Seongsu-dong has been created. "Daerim Warehouse" led to the change in the Seongsu-dong streets and can be said to be the originator of all warehouse-style cafes that are popular throughout Cafe Street today. The red-brick structure, antique signboards, and a vast indoor space of an old warehouse have been maintained and, with the addition of a sensuous interior design, it has become a space suitable for fashion shows and exhibits, thus showing new potential for old Seongsu-dong architecture. Every day, new cafes, bakeries, restaurants, and cultural complexes open their doors and are busy welcoming visitors.

Drop off: Drop-off at Hotel

What's Included

Licensed Professional Tour Guide
Round-trip Transfer from Seoul
Admission Fee (Listed on the itinerary)
Lunch

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