13 Seoul Temple Tours Worth Booking

1.Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 750 reviews · from $60Our pick

Join an English-speaking guide such as Mia, Kim, or Jay for a four-hour evening walk through Jongno. See Changgyeonggung Palace under lights, taste jeon, makgeolli, live octopus, beef tartare, and kkwabaegi at Gwangjang Market, then visit Ikseondong and Jogyesa Temple. Moderate walking is involved.

“Our guide Mia was fantastic. She’s extremely knowledgeable and informative, and made the entire outing for our group cohesive and extremely enjoyable. Definitely an experience I would recommend!”

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2.Mt Seorak + Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 422 reviews · 13 - 14 hours · from $68

Leave Seoul for a full day in Gangwon Province, with about three hours at Mt Seorak for hiking, views, or the cable car. Then choose Naksansa Temple on the coast or tree-lined Nami Island. Guides such as Han, Sally, Jiwon, and Eric help with routes, meals, timing, and local context. Expect a long but well-organized day.

“Honestly one of the best day of my life. Loved every place, and our tour guide “One” made our day remarkably special. Would definitely recommend this tour to everyone coming to South Korea 🫶🏻💘”

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3.Best Things to Do – Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · from $38Best reviewed

Spend about three hours visiting Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Blue House area, and a ginseng center by air-conditioned coach. English or Chinese guides such as Judy, K, and Henry have led past departures, with hotel pickup offered. Expect strong cultural sightseeing, but allow for a sales stop.

“K was a great tour guide. Her generosity and kindness was amazing. Her detailed information about each place we visited was thorough and detailed. Highly recommend her”

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4.Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 167 reviews · from $71

Spend a full day beyond Seoul at Seoraksan National Park and Naksansa Temple. Choose between mountain trails and the optional cable car, then walk through a 1,300-year-old seaside temple. English and Chinese-speaking guides such as Han, Jason, Lucia, and Stella may lead the group. Expect a long coach ride, steep paths, and no included meals.

“All day activity and be sure to bring comfortable shoes for uneven terrain. Guide was engaging and answered any questions we had during the tour. You will not be able to see everything at the National Park so you will have to pick your most wanted view/activity.”

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5.War Memorial, Jogyesa Temple & Tapgol Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 56 reviews · from $42

Spend an afternoon visiting Seoul’s War Memorial, the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Jogyesa Temple, and Tapgol Park. An English-speaking guide such as Connie, Leo, Jang, or Mrs. Park leads the way, while air-conditioned minivan transport saves time. Expect walking, thoughtful historical stops, and a playful lottery moment linked to *Squid Game*.

“Connie was exceptional. She was friendly and knowledgeable and peppered her your with personal stories that made us feel like we have a friend in Korea for ever. dear Connie please come visit Toronto and stay with us.”

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6.Vegan Temple Food Class, Jogyesa & Changdeokgung Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 34 reviews · from $73

Meet at Anguk Station for a hands-on vegan temple food class with a Buddhist monk, followed by Jogyesa Temple, Insadong, a medicinal herb market, and Changdeokgung Palace. English-speaking guides such as Bruce, Gina, Ron, and BJ have led this cultural day, which may include local tastings and a private format.

“This was a brilliant activity. I highly recommend it. Our tour guide was excellent. Loved every minute.”

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7.UNESCO Sites tour: Palace, Shrine & Bukchon Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · from $36

Explore Seoul’s royal past through Bukchon Hanok Village, Jongmyo Shrine, and Changdeokgung Palace with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Stella, Park, Leo, Chloe, and Orota have led departures. The $36 price includes entry fees and van transport, with Suwon’s fortress and palace added on the full-day itinerary.

“Super experience in Seoul with Stella! A perfect english to explain us Korean history and introduce us to the architecture of the sites. Very polite, nice and funny with us. A must do tour during your stay in Seoul, perfect as a first day experience also to have some tips on Korean culture and restaurants in Seoul. Very good transport also. Thank you again! Nino and Arianna”

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8.Temple & Starfield COEX Mall Gourmet Tour in Gangnam

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · from $66

Meet your English- or Japanese-speaking guide at Bongeunsa Station for an evening walk through Gangnam. Visit Bongeunsa Temple and Starfield COEX Library, then share Korean fried chicken, beer, and other local dishes, with Korean barbecue included on some departures. Guide Choi has led especially friendly, social outings.

““I personally thought it was a fantastic private tour, especially since many people canceled. The BBQ afterward was a perfect ending. Thank you for the wonderful time.””

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9.Danyang Tour:Guinsa Temple & Bobaljae & Cheongpung Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $105

Travel from Seoul to Danyang for Guinsa Temple, a free chance to try vegetarian temple food, autumn views along Bobaljae Road, and the Cheongpung Hoban Cable Car above Cheongpungho Lake. English and Chinese guides may include Yohan, Jun, Michael, Mario, or Edward. Expect walking, stairs, and a long but rewarding day.

“The tour was wonderful. We were a small group, which made the experience even better. We visited the temple and had the opportunity to eat like the monks. The cable car ride was also an unforgettable experience, offering beautiful views of the landscape. Our tour guides, Michael and Mario, were fantastic. They provided us with lots of interesting information.”

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10.Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jogyesa Temple and Bukchon village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $82

Meet your English-speaking guide at Anguk Station Exit 6 for a roughly three-hour walk through Jogyesa Temple, Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Bukchon village. You’ll learn Korean history and culture, enjoy a traditional herbal tea, and may encounter guide Lee’s playful extras, including a Korean board game.

“Lee was a fantastic guide! She had knowledge about everything, a good spirit, was interested in discussing things, in time and also suprised us with something outside the box (a Korean boardgame). We enjoyed our tour with Lee so much and recommend it to everyone, both young and old☺️🌸 We loved every minute of it!🤩💕”

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11.Night Bongeunsa Temple Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $3Cheapest good one

Meet at Bongeunsa Station Exit 2 for a one-hour guided walk through Bongeunsa Temple after dark. An English or Japanese-speaking local guide explains the temple’s traditions, buildings, symbols, and history. Private pickup, custom routes, meals, Wi-Fi, and other chauffeur services can be arranged separately.

“I was impressed by the calm and in-depth explanation, and the sincere answers to every question, which allowed me to focus and immerse myself throughout the tour. The atmosphere was really calm at night, and I was impressed by how well the guide's tone matched it. By the end of the tour, I felt like I was getting a little rest for my mind, not just 'watching' I want to join again next time, and I definitely want to recommend it to others.”

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12.Seoul Sunrise & Sunset Hike + Temple & K-Food Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

Join David or Sanghoon for a small-group Achasan hike, temple visit, and Korean food walk. The 30-minute climb is short but includes stairs, with wide views of Seoul, Lotte Tower, and the Han River. Finish with street snacks, jeon, makgeolli, and a local meal. Comfortable shoes and water are essential.

“It was a great hike with fantastic views. I can only recommend it and would book it again. After the great tour there was a picnic in the park with delicious Korean food 👍🏻”

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13.4-Hour Guided Tour to Palace, Bukchon, Jogyesa Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four private hours with English-speaking guide Paul Koo exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong. Paul explains how Confucian ideas shaped Joseon architecture and daily life, while also helping you find good photo angles. Palace admission, transport, food, and drinks cost extra.

“Paul’s knowledge of past history made the tour engaging…”

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