This opened in 2005, and sustains blatant a ambition to become one of the top dozen greatest museums in the world -- and maybe it is! It covers every aspect of Korea's history. There are also some great outdoor displays, such as a garden of historic stone pagodas. I have been a guide in it 100 times, and am an expert on its displays. I can guide you around the best parts, according to your interests, offering deep commentary so that you understand everything you're looking at thoroughly.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Any hotel or prominent place.
- We can move faster or slower, as you wish. There are good cafes and restaurants inside, and a Children's Museum. This tour is set at 3 hours, but it could be anywhere from 1 to 6 hours, with prices adjusted accordingly -- just let me know if you want a custom tour with special timing.
Museum Halls
The Grand Entrance Hall and then many galleries.
Ending Point
Museum grounds -- subway & taxis available; or your hotel.
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee, meet-up to start (hotel, etc)
There is no admission fee.
Local transport
Food
We can move faster or slower, as you wish. There are good cafes and restaurants inside, and a Children's Museum. This tour is set at 3 hours, but it could be anywhere from 1 to 6 hours, with prices adjusted accordingly -- just let me know if you want a custom tour with special timing.
I do this full-time now, any day -- but only in Spring & Autumn.
I have been a Professor of Korean Cultural Tourism in Seoul, and a Tour-guide, Lecturer and Author on Traditional Cultural Sites, especially religious ones, on the high-end, for 25 years. Wrote the 1996-7 edition of Lonely Planet's KOREA guidebook!
Kerry B.
“Packed with information ”
What a wonderful time we had with David. The tour was packed with information about the foundations of South Korea and what has lead it to being what it is today. We saw the normal tourist stuff but it was with a personal twist. Thanks so much David see you next time
David a. M.
Thanks, Kerry! I really enjoyed showing your group around; such interested learners. I do hope you come back someday soon, for more & deeper! David
Alfonso S.
“An American professor with enormous experience ”
David has been an incredible guide for our three days we stay in Seoul, where he took us through deep experiences and teachings about this incredible nation and resilience. His vast knowledge and decades residing in Korea, has given him such acknowledge that made him become a professor and writer of several books about Korean people. Don't tho k twice to hire him as your guide in Korea.
David a. M.
Thanks for the kind words, Alfonso -- I really enjoyed showing your family around! I hope that you all return to Korea someday.... :-) David
Rocío B.
“All you need to know about Seul”
David was a perfect guide that answered all our questions about Seul. Took us to the nicest places and show us really special ones. We are glad Elle could be our guide! Thanks David.
David a. M.
I really enjoyed guiding your group, and am glad you got so much value out of these tours. I hope you return to Korea for more, someday! David
$345/ per group