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Seoul Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
Gyeongbokgung,Bukchon,Gwangjang,N-SeoulTower,Hongdae
Tour to explore essence & highlight of traditional Korean culture from best palace, folk culture, traditional house village, traditional food, panoramic view of Seoul, young & vibrant modern culture. Tour feature Gyeongbokgung palace - the most beautiful place and best architecture, Bukchon Hanok Village, Gwangjang market, N Seoul Tower, Hongdae street. Guide share cultural information that help guest fully appreciate the authentic beauty and value of traditional Korean culture and architecture.
Full-day Intro to Seoul and Korean History
This is my standard and very popular Itinerary for this ~8 hour tour: it can be adjusted for individual preferences. Its intention is to be a fascinating orientation & overview of Seoul "old & new", with introduction to who the Koreans are, and the key points of their history and customs. We can move faster and see more, or take our time and see a bit fewer sites; it's all up to your personal style. I will be telling colorful stories all along the way. You will learn so much, and in context!!
4 hour Hidden gems tour in Seoul
Spend 4 hours with local tour guide! you can visit some of iconic places in Korea and find hidden gems. Also local tour guide can give you good lay of the land, which made the rest of your trip so easier. Local tour guide will suggest what is the best food in Korea. Itinerary will be changed. Let me know what you want and I will created itinerary just for you.
Changdeokgung, Bukchon, Gwangjang market, N Seoul Tower
Tour to Changdeokgung & Rear Garden, listed by UNESCO World Cutural Heritage, traditional Korean village, traditional food and whole view of Seoul. Tour feature highlight & essence of beautiful traditional culture and landscape at Changdeokgung, Bukchon Hanok Village, and traditional food at Gwangjang market, beautiful cityscape at Namsan Tower. Guide share brief cultural information that help guest fully appreciate authentic beauty and value of traditional Korean culture and palace.
Seoul Highlights Tours
Seoul Local Life and History
WELCOME TO SEOUL. At the forefront of fashion and technology but deeply traditional, Seoul brings together palaces, temples, avant-garde design, and mountain trails. On our tour, we will discover a fascinating mix of old and new, traditional culture with contemporary attractions.
(5hrs) Seoul highlights with a palace - Gyeongbokgung & Food market
Explore the best of Seoul and taste its food! Start from Jogyesa Temple in the Insadong, the head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Continue to Gwanghwamun Square to meet the statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main palace in the Joseon Dynasty. Continue to Bukchon Hanok Village. Take the subway to Gwangjang market and taste the local food. :-)
Private 1-Day Seoul City Tour
In this tour, you won't be worried about getting around in Seoul. I will guide you to all must-see places in Seoul by my minivan. You will get to experience Seoul's traditional culture, architecture, as well as modern technology.
Half day walking tour in Seoul with locals
Spend 6 hours with local tour guide! you can visit some of iconic places in korea and go shopping and eating. Also local tour guide can give you good lay of the land, which made the rest of your trip so easier. Local tour guide will suggest what is the best food in korea. Itinerary will be changed. Let me know what you want and I will created itinerary just for you.
Seoul Unique Experience Tours
DMZ tour to 3rd tunnel, Imjingkak, Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
DMZ tour offers your exploring of the dark side of Seoul, featuring intense tensions, violent confrontations and the constant risk of war between North and South Korea. During DMZ tour, you will visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel to see the reality of North's threatening provocation and Imjingak to see the scars & sorrowful memories of the Korean War. On your way back to Seoul, you will visit Gamaksan to enjoy beautiful natural scenery.
Professional Hanbok Photoshoot in Seoul
I am a professional photographer and I will love photographing you at beautiful places in Seoul! I suggest nice spot to take pictures or you can tell me some, too. (eg, royal palaces, in front of seoul city hall, bukchon hanok village, etc) No matter what, couple, solo, friendship, family, paparazzi photo. After we meet, I will take pictures of you (about 150-300 shots), then give you all the image files at no extra charge! Let's do it for fun and keep the memories forever.
DMZ(Demilitarized Zone)+Gamaksan Suspension Bridge-Korea
Korea is the world's only divided nation, split into South and North Korea by DMZ resulting from the Korean War(1950~1953) which inflicted millions of casualties including 10 million separated family members. By joining the tour, you can catch a glimpse of the much talked about border and the stark reality of the divided country. It also offers insights into the history of division, the heartrending tales of separated families, and a chance to contemplate war, peace and the value of freedom.
Learn and Make your Very Own Craft Makgeolli
We’ve had the pleasure to teach people all around the world on our Makgeolli classes. In every class we: - Teach all about using traditional methods and fresh ingredients - Inspire students to continue making Makgeolli at home when they return to their home countries. - Everyone who takes our class are able to experiment and make their own Makgeolli creations.
Seoul Food & Drink Tours
BBQ at the largest meat market in Korea - Private tour
Let's have a barbecue at Majang Meat Market, the largest meat market in Korea. Lots of butchers sell fresh meat from all over the country, and 60% of the all meat in Seoul is traded in this clean and modern market If you want to try the best quality Korean beef, Hanwoo, this is the place you should visit. The high quality meat is up to 30% cheaper than supermarkets. *** The meat and restaurant is NOT inclusive in the tour.
Ultimate foodie tour - Gwangjang & Mangwon market
Let's take a locals' look at Seoul on this walking tour of Gwangjang Market and Mangwon market. Start with Gwangjang Market, Seoul's oldest covered market. They are famous for mung bean pancake and seaweed roll. After the food, walk along Cheonggyecheon stream where locals love to hang out and relax. Take the subway to the second market, Mangwon market. The market is famous for sweet chicken. These are the most popular food markets in Seoul, the best places to try the local food!
Noryangjin Fish Market Tour with Evening Dinner
Taste the amazingly fresh seafood at the largest fish market in Seoul! Explore the market and pick out different seafood and eat them in the market's restaurant. My favorite food is shrimp in the market. The restaurant grills the shrimp and it tastes just amazing! The market handles almost 50% of the metropolitan volume and trades up to 300 tons of fishery products every day. Try new tastes in this market. You just might be surprised!
Traditional Soju Class and Makgeolli Tasting in Seoul
Our Soju tasting experience will inform you about the wonderful world of Soju. There is so much that people don’t know, and our class will be a fun and rewarding experience to inform you about the trends and taste that the Soju market provides. Experience Korean cuisine, Makgeolli, and cocktails for all, especially for foodies, bartenders, and cocktail lovers.
Seoul Nature & Outdoor Tours
Easy hiking (Ansan, Inwangsan, Achasan or any other)
I love hiking! I hiked a lot of mountains in the world alone, and I've led a hiking club over 4 years. Now, I want to share this beautiful nature with foreign visitors! These are all easy trails. You can choose one of them. If you want any specific mountain, please let me know. I usually hike Ansan, Inwangsan or Achasan mountain. I don't hike fast as I love to feel trees and mountains. I'm sure once you hike with me, you'll like hiking in Korea as much as I do!
Nami Island+Rail Bike+Garden of Morning Calm(Greater Seoul)
If driving out of Seoul for about 1~2 hours, you'll arrive at Nami Island, which resembles a floating leaf on a lake. Renowned as the filming location for "Winter Sonata," it's a place where people, animals, and trees share peace and love. The Rail Bike offers another delightful experience, allowing you to create lasting memories amidst this natural beauty. Garden of Morning Calm, nestled on the lush slopes of the mountain, offers a wonderful setting for a leisurly stroll in harmony with nature.
Marvel of Nature: Hiking in Bukhansan Mountain National Park
Another charm of Seoul is it is surrounded by beautiful mountains, providing excellent accessibility for hiking. Among them, Bukhansan mountain is one of the most favorite destination for Seoulites seeking hiking and trekking adventures. Additionally, visitors have the opportunity to experience Buddhist temples along the trail. Lastly, enjoying pajeon(green onion pancake) and makgeolli(Rice wine) as a post-hiking tradition among Koreans helps alleviate the fatigue from the mountain excursion.
Petite France and Nami Island Private Tour
Sit back and relax as I take you for a charming private tour in the countryside away from the bustling city life of Seoul. Petite France, a French cultural village set in the Korean countryside and a favorite filming venue for many Korean dramas you might see on T. V. Next stop, about an hour and a half drive from Seoul, we will visit beautiful and serene Namiseom Island. We will make it a full day private tour and I will get you back to your accomodation in Seoul late afternoon.
Seoul Off the Beaten Path Tours
Korean History Tour with history lover
History tells a lots about our culture. If you love history and wanna learn more background of Korea, why don't you join this tour? We will visit museum and show you and tells you what you should know about Korea briefly in various aspects like religion, culture, art and food. You will learn a lot more than you think! Not only just Korean history, but you will also learn more about oriental cultural backgound and get to understand.
Buam-dong, Seoul’s Hidden Charming North Park-neighborhood
This is a lovely neighborhood of “Gangbuk” Seoul behind famous Mt. Bugak, with a wide variety of offerings, scenic and fascinating, but only a few “insiders” know about its very charming character. We will visit the “Sword-Washing Pavilion”, then a beautiful waterfall with a colorful Buddhist temple right next to it! We will proceed into a hidden quiet peaceful area with late-Joseon-era ruins-relics amidst great trees. Then along a high ridge with great views, and some unique cafes & others.
Seoul Day Trip Tours
Day trip to Gyengju, Cherry Blossom Tour
Gyeongju is the oldest city in Korea, having a history and tradition dating back over 1500 years. Ther are UNESCO Cultural Heritages such as BulKukSa, SukGulAm and these are showcase Korean history and culture In the spring, Gyeongju is noted for its cherry blossom roads. Countless cherry blossom trees in full bloom of Gyeongju is tone of the best attractions for touriest. Meet Gyeongju the histoyunder the cherry blossom trees. *This tour is available only in Spring
Korea DMZ tour
Explore the poignant history of Korea by delving into the Korean War, a crucial event in modern Korean history. Learn about North Korea's infiltration attempts through 3th tunnel and related facilities, reflecting the complexities of the region. A meaningful journey awaits, providing insights into Korea's rich history and the chance to witness the beauty of its natural landscapes. Join us for a profound and enriching experience in Korea.
Seoul Tour Reviews
“Friendly and Knowledgeable Guide and Excellent Driver!”
We booked a custom DMZ tour with Hans. I was very specific and detailed about the sites we wanted to see, which I recommend. Hans was incredibly kind and accommodating. He picked our group up at 2 different hotels and told us about the history of sites in Seoul as he drove through the city. His English is great, of course. He is very knowledgeable about the history of the city as well as the philosophy, which was wonderful to learn about. As we drove to Paju I was very pleased (and relieved after all of the taxi rides we'd had in Seoul) that he is a fantastic driver, we felt very safe and he drove very smoothly and not too fast or jerky. The van is large and can comfortably accommodate 9 passengers, I believe. Unfortunately one of the main tours we wanted to visit was not available which was very disappointing but he was very understanding about adjusting our tour which I appreciate very much. We continued on the tour and had a nice meal and visited several other sites. He was so kind to our children and very patient with the pace of the tour and stopping for bathroom and snack breaks. It was very hot!! Overall it was a lovely tour and I would definitely recommend Hans as a tour guide. He also does hiking and biking tours, which seems very unique, especially since Korea is quite different than the US when it comes to camping accommodations.
Hans K.
(2 reviews)Thank you so much on your great review and I am happy to hear that you and your kids are enjoyed my tour, I just tried to do small things for your groups as I love all Koreans.. Thanks again.
“Awesome Experience”
Ari helped to make our trip to Seoul a memorable one! She catered to our wants and needs, and was knowledgeable about the history of the country. Her sweet and kind personality added to her already pleasant demeanor. She navigated the tour with us in mind and even took many pictures for us. I would highly recommend her to be your tour guide!! We officially have a “friend” from Korea now!:)
Ari K.
(1 reviews)Thank you sincerely for your heartfelt review, I also cherish the fond memories of tour with you and your family. Thank you so much for coming to Korea. We have truly become a friends and I will definitely reach out to you if I ever visit you place. Thank you again.
Sam H.
Layover tour: pickup at ICN airport - Seoul highlight tour - Sending off at Seoul station
“Amazing quick tour of Seoul!”
Paul is an amazing tour guide! We can't believe how much we were able to see and do on a short layout tour. Pauls knowledge of Seoul and Korean history is excellent. Can't wait to come back and spend more time in Korea. Thanks Paul.
Paul K.
(11 reviews)Greatly grateful for Sam's good review! Center of culture and tour is architecture. Architectural style represents spirit of times. We can see as much as we know about spirit of times. Confucianism was the spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Gyeongbokgung represents Confucianism. Confucianism culture of Joseon Dynasty is unique characteristic of Korean culture, compared to Chinese, Japanese and European culture. Hence, my tourist information is based on Confucianism. I am the only tour guide in Korea, who introduce Korean culture based on Confucianism, the spirit of Joseon Dynasty.
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