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Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Tour from Seoul

By I Love Seoul Tour
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €82 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Suwon Hwaseong is one of the unique architecture in the 18th century, providing a glimpse into the scientific, architectural, and artistic aspects of Korea. It is considered a unique building in the construction history.

Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon is easily influenced by its beauty even if you don't have any background knowledge of history. It is even ironic to feel beautiful in the castle associated with the war.

Also, Hwaseong Fortress is emerging as an icon of Korean traditional historical culture and is becoming a popular tourist attraction in the world. (One of the 50 places in Korea selected by CNN)

No Shopping centre guaranteed.

Select options for Full-day Tours including Dae Jang Geum Park or Korean Folk Village.

Activity location

  • Hwaseong Fortress
    • 910, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu,
    • 16253, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Myeongdong Station Exit 10
    • 61-7 Chungmuro 2(i)-ga
    • Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Seoul, South Korea

Check availability

Half-Day Tour(Suwon Fortress)

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Meeting Point: We don't offer Hotel Pick-up service.
Please be at the departure point
Suwon Hwaseong Half Day tour: A tour guide will greet you Outside of Exit #10, Myeong-dong station.

Starting time: 08:20
Price details
€81.91 x 1 Adult€81.91
Total
Price is €81.91
Until Mon, 4 May

Full-Day Tour (+Folk village)

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Meeting point: We don't offer Hotel Pick-up service.
Please be Outside of Exit #10, Myeong-dong station.
Full day Tour (+ FOLK VILLAGE): Lunch time is given(own expenses), including Suwan Hwaseong Fortress, Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, and Korean Folk Village.

Starting time: 08:20
Price details
€180.88 x 1 Adult€180.88
Total
Price is €180.88
Until Mon, 4 May

What's included, what's not

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    Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
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    admission
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    Professional guide
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    Meals
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    Drinks
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    Personal expenses
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    Hotel pick up & Drop off (Dismissed at Myeong-dong area)
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    Travel insurance

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Hotel pickup is only available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is at an alternative location, our English speaking guide will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station
  • This tour does not stop at any shopping centers
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Hwaseong Fortress

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Hwaseong Fortress is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The fortress was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father.

Hwaseong Haenggung Palace

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A Hwaseong Haenggung was a temporary palace where the king and royal family retreated to during a war. Hwaseong Haenggung Palace is the largest one of these, use by the Joseon kings since the time of King Jeongjo. This palace is not only being used as a shelter during war but also King Jeongjo stayed here during trips to worship at his father's tomb.

Location

Activity location

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    Hwaseong Fortress
    • 910, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu,
    • 16253, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Myeongdong Station Exit 10
    • 61-7 Chungmuro 2(i)-ga
    • Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Seoul, South Korea

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