Seoul landmark and Gangnam K-pop tour
Seoul Olympic Park, the cradle of Korean sports, is full of various sculptures and trees. Let's walk slowly and feel relaxed and at peace. Lotte World Tower, the fifth tallest tower in the world, is a landmark of Seoul. The Han River and Seoul Namsan Tower from the observatory are truly beautiful. The Starfield Library and K-pop Square in Gangnam are the pride of the Korean Wave. And, Bongeunsa Temple offers the beauty and peace of traditional Korean temples.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel
- We will pick you up from the hotel you are currently staying at. Covinient pick-up by private car.
Olympic Park
It is the cradle of Korean sports in Olympic Park, which has traces of the Hanseong Baekje period, the early capital of Seoul.
One of the poorest countries since the Korean War, Korea hosted the 1988 Olympics, which is a historic site. It houses the records of the flags and athletes of 160 countries around the world who participated in the Olympics. With a total land area of 1,447㎡, the space features the Olympic Memorial Park, Sculpture Park, Tree, Lake Park, and Mongchontoseong Fortress, which you can enjoy while walking leisurely. Let's have a cup of coffee and have fun talking at the Olympic Park cafe.
Lunch
There are many restaurants around Olympic Park. We can choose a Korean restaurant near Olympic Park or a restaurant within Olympic Park.
Lotte World Tower
If there is an Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, there is Lotte World Tower in Seoul, Korea. Lotte World Tower, which boasts a height of 555 meters, is a landmark of Seoul. The view from the observatory at 123rd floor is so beautiful. Beyond Yeouido 63 Building and Namsan Seoul Tower, it has become a new landmark of Korea. It is also a place for shopping and relaxation as it has a five-star hotel, an office, an officetel, an observatory, and a duty-free shop. The nearby Seokchon Lake makes Lotte World Tower stand out even more. You can take pictures of memories at Seoul Sky. The elevator, which reaches up to 120 floors in just one minute, boasts high-end technology. Lotte World Tower's fireworks festival, which is held every year during the New Year and major events, is so attractive.
Starfield Library and K-Pop Square
Byeolmadang (Starfield) Library is located inside Starfield COEX Mall. It is a free library with a total area of 2,800㎡ and two floors. Its unique design, with a total of 70,000 books, is catching the eyes of people around the world. The study room, where the subtle lights of the 13-meter-high book store gently wrap around the entire space, is comfortable. Take the escarator to the first floor and enjoy the view of the Sunken space on the B1 floor. Cultural events such as a writer's talk show, a poetry recitation, and a book concert with lecture music are held to meet the authors in person. Next, K-pop Plaza is a space under the outer wall of COEX Artium building that is adjacent to Samsung Station, Starfield Coex Mall, COEX Artium, and Hyundai Department Store's trade center, where an average of about 5 million people per month passes. You can see handprints of Korea's representative male and female entertainers. Also, it is fun to dance while listening to songs in front of the iconic statues of Gangnam Style, which has led the K-pop Korean Wave.
Bongeunsa Temple
In the past, Korea was most influenced by Buddhism and Confucianism. In particular, Buddhism, the state religion of the Goryeo Dynasty, was pushed by Confucianism in the Joseon Dynasty, and most temples were moved to the mountain. However, Bongeunsa Temple, located in the center of Gangnam, Seoul, was able to maintain the facility under the protection of Queen Munjeong, the king's mother. Bongeunsa Temple has become a popular spot for many poets during the late Joseon Dynasty's literary Renaissance. Now, it conveys the Buddha's teachings while maintaining the tradition of Korean Buddhism. Regardless of religion, you can feel beauty and peace given by the surrounding scenery at Bongeunsa Temple.
Hotel
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Ending Point
Hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guide Fee
- Private Transportation (Hyundai five-seater sedan), fuel, toll, parking
- Free Photo Service
- Lotte World Tower Admission Fee(KRW 31,000 for an adult and KRW 27,000 for a child under the age of 12)
- Meals, Drinks
- Personal Expense
- Travel Insurance
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* You can enjoy coffee and drinks at each tour venue.
* Lotte World Tower has a admission fee.
* You can get a professional guide's photo service at each tour venues.
Important message from the supplier
Service is available even at dawn or late night including pick-up and sending at Incheon International Airport.
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
About Tour Guide Charlie C.
Hello, I am Charlie, a tour guide. It’s very nice to meet you!
I warmly welcome you to Korea.
Korea is a beautiful country with 5,000 years of history.
Drawing on my experience working for a Korean government agency and my expertise in Korean history and culture, I would like to introduce you to many tourist attractions, including Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi Province.
Join me on a journey, and let’s have a wonderful time together. Thank you very much!
Reviews
Brian C.
“A wonderful day with Charlie”
We had a great day with Charlie, we had a late flight home @ 23.55 so we wanted to make the best of our last day and we did. Charlie is very quick to answer any messages you may send him which is very reassuring. Charlie met us from the ship, he was respectful, polite and entertaining, his car was very clean and comfortable, We had had a hectic 3 weeks so we just wanted a day that wasn't too busy and this was just right, Charlie took some nice photos for us (I'm rubbish at selfies) he is vey knowledgeable about South Korea and knows the answer to anything you may ask him, by the end of the day we felt we had a new friend. I would recommend Charlie to anyone looking for a polite, helpful guide, he will make a trip to suit your needs and you will have a wonderful day. Thank you Charlie, we had fun. Brian & Josie
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Charlie C.
Dear Brian, It was truly a pleasure to guide you and your wife on our tour of Aegibong Peace Ecopark, Imjingak, and Majang Lake Suspension Bridge. I sincerely appreciated your positive energy, enthusiasm, and thoughtful questions about Korea throughout the tour. I am also very grateful for your kind words and wonderful feedback about my guiding. They mean a great deal to me. I hope to have the pleasure of seeing you both again someday. Thank you once again, and I wish you both good health, happiness, and many more wonderful travels! Warmest regards, Charlie
Ben G.
“Great Tour”
From the initial interaction Charlie was responsive and eager to help. He asked the follow up questions in order to understand our interests. He then proposed a highly customized tour and then worked with us further to adjust it based on what we wanted to see. On the day of the tour he showed up on time with a clean and comfortable vehicle. During the tour he showed his deep knowledge of Seoul, its history and its architecture. It was a memorable tour that we enjoyed and will remember. Charlie is a real pro! Ben
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Charlie C.
Dear Ben Gurdus, It was a great pleasure to guide you on our architecture tour of Seoul, visiting the Amorepacific Headquarters, Sebitseom, Lotte World Tower, and Dongdaemun Design Plaza. I especially enjoyed exploring the distinctive architectural character of each place with you—from the open courtyards and thoughtful spatial design of the Amorepacific Headquarters, to the unique floating architecture of Sebitseom on the Han River, the impressive vertical scale and panoramic views of Lotte World Tower, and the flowing curves and dynamic spaces of Dongdaemun Design Plaza. I sincerely appreciate your enthusiasm and genuine interest throughout the entire experience, from preparing the tour to visiting and discussing each architectural site together. Our conversations about the buildings, their design concepts, and how they relate to Seoul made the tour especially meaningful for me as well. Thanks to your thoughtful questions and passion for architecture, I also had a wonderful opportunity to study, learn, and discover many new things along the way. Thank you very much for your kind review and positive feedback. It truly means a lot to me. I hope the tour gave you not only memorable impressions of these remarkable buildings, but also a deeper sense of Seoul through its architecture and urban landscape. Warm regards, Charlie Choi
Diane L.
“DMZ tour with Charlie”
We had an awesome day with Charlie touring the DMZ zone. All communications prior to our arrival were perfect. He is extremely knowledgeable in the history as well as anything we may have asked. We had plenty of time to see the sights, he instructed us along the way with what you can and cannot do. He has a good sense of humor, is a careful driver so we felt comfortable all day. I cannot recommend Charlie enough! If you are interested in the DMZ tour, get in touch with Charlie. He also offered pickup and drop off at the airport which worked perfect for us! Thanks Charlie!
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Charlie C.
Dear Diane, Thank you very much for participating in today’s tour. I truly had a wonderful time touring with you and your husband today. Especially for the DMZ tour, I sincerely appreciate your kind and thoughtful review. I hope we can meet again on your next visit to Korea. Thank you once again!
$360/ per group
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