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Explore UNESCO World Heritage and Folk Village

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress

Korean Folk Village

Starfield Library

Explore UNESCO World Heritage and Folk Village

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2025

Sally K.

5.00 / 5

(15 reviews)

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Gyeonggi

English, Korean (Native)

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Sally K.)

Up to 7 people

Discover two UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites in Suwon City. First, you will explore Suwon Hwaseong Fortress built in 1796 to honor King Jeongjo’s father, Crown Prince Sado. You will also visit the Korean Folk Village experiencing tradtional customs. Lastly, you will see Starfield Library Suwon, the tallest library in Korea.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel (Seoul)

- I will pick you up at your hotel.

10:00 AM

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress

UNESCO World Heritage site built in the late 18th century. The fortress showcases advanced military architecture and a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation of the Joseon Dynasty. It is also a filming location for many Korean dramas.

11:10 AM

Hwaseong Haenggung Palace

A temporary palace for the king's visit outside the capital. The palace showcases elegant Joseon-era architecture and offers a glimpse into royal life.

12:00 PM

Lunch

02:00 PM

Korean Folk Village

A recreated town featuring both aristocratic and commoners' houses from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). You can enjoy folk performances, and interactive experiences.

03:30 PM

Starfield Library Suwon

Opened in 2024, it is the tallest library in Korea, featuring 22-meter-tall shelves that house 60,000 books and magazines.

05:00 PM

Your Hotel

Ending Point

I will take you back to your hotel (Seoul) or your preferred place. (to be discussed)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

Hotel pick-up

What‘s not included

Public transportation

-- Subway US$10/person (round-trip)

-- Taxi US$70~80/3 people (round-trip)

Admission Ticket

- Hwaseong Haenggung Palace US$2.00 /person

- Yunggeonneung Royal Tomb US$1.00/person

Meal and snack

Tour Important Information

* Times and places can be changed depending on your requests.

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

* Please inform me in advance if you require a chartered private car.

Important message from the supplier

Full time (8hrs) or Part time (4hrs) is available.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Sally K.

5.00 / 5

(15 reviews)

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Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Sally K.

I am a government-certified tour guide, showcasing popular tourist attractions, breathtaking scenic spots, and hidden gems across Seoul and other major cities in Korea. I am passionate about sharing insights into Korean history, culture, traditions, food, politics, inter-Korean relations, and modern social trends.

With over 5 years of professional guiding experience, I have successfully led more than 1,000 guests from around the world.

I am trained in VIP protocol and assisted distinguished guests, including state visitors and the 2025 APEC Summit delegates. I specialize in delivering refined, seamless, and culturally insightful experiences tailored to each guest.

I truly value building genuine connections and intimacy with my guests. By creating a warm and engaging atmosphere during the tour, I promise you a joyful, meaningful, and unforgettable experience during your stay in Korea.

Reviews

Andrea A.

5 / 5

Mar 17, 2026

K-pop Demon Hunters One-Day Tour

Mar 17, 2026

Seoul

6 hours

“Amazing KPop Demon Hunters Tour”

Sally was an incredible tour guide who did a fantastic job taking us to important scenes from the film (she had the scenes available on her iPad to show us we were indeed at the same staircase, viewpoint, etc) while also weaving in Korean history and culture. She was able to fully customize our tour and adapt on the fly as we ended up only having 5 hours in Seoul (it was a cruise stop for us from Incheon) and the Seoul Marathon was on. We highly recommend Sally and will book her for other tours when we’re in Seoul for a longer visit. If you / your children are into K-pop I’d suggest considering adding HiKR Ground to your itinerary

Sally K.

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! I'm so glad you enjoyed visiting the film locations and it’s always fun to match the exact spots together! :D I also appreciate your cooperation with the time constraints and the Seoul Marathon. I would love to welcome you again in the future. Wishing you and your family wonderful travels ahead!

Steve H.

5 / 5

Jan 9, 2026

Full day tour

Jan 9, 2026

Seoul

8 hours

Customized

“Wonderful Day with Sally”

Four of us had a wonderful day with Sally touring Seoul. She is extremely knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about us having a great experience in her city. Sally is organized, a great communicator and highly energetic. Strongly recommend Sally if you have the chance to spend a day with her!!

Sally K.

It was my great pleasure to spend the day with the four of you and show you around Seoul. I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Your kind words mean a great deal to me and provide me with valuable motivation. See you again, thank you!

Pam S.

5 / 5

Jan 3, 2026

Seoul: A Journey Through History

Jan 3, 2026

Seoul

8 hours

“Sally was a great guide in Seoul ”

We love spending the day with Sally as she guided us through the historic parts of Seoul. She really loves Korea and you can tell the pride that she has in her country. She also guided us through some of the Korean beauty shops and helped me navigate the sometimes overwhelming selection. I would highly recommend using her as a guide. She speaks English beautifully and has an amazing personality. We all loved her.

Sally K.

Thank you so much for your kind words. I truly enjoyed guiding a lovely family, and seeing how much you appreciated Korean history, culture, food, and K-beauty made my day even more rewarding! It was my great honor to be your guide, and I hope to see you again someday. I miss you already and love you all too! :)