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Seoul Pimat-Gol Food Tour
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Joined 2024
In Seoul, there is Pimatgol in Unjongga (currently Jongno), which was the center of the market during the Joseon Dynasty. And Cheonggye Stream, which runs through the center of Seoul, is the border between Bukchon and Namchon. Let's enjoy the wonderful scenery along the beautiful Cheonggy Stream and experience k-pop and media art at the HikrGround, the cradle of K-pop and try Korean traditional food at various restaurants along Unjongga, the best market in the Joseon Dynasty to Pimatgol.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
In front of Exit #5, Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5, Purple line).
- Let's meet in front of Exit #5, Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5, Purple line)
Cheonggye Plaza and Stream
Cheonggye Stream was a playground and laundry area for the people of Seoul under the name of Clear City. It originates from Mt. Bukak and Mt. Inwang, and flows eastward through central Seoul, before merging with the Jungnang Stream into the Han River. It is a stream that combines natural and artificial streams and officially opened on Oct. 1, 2005. In the past, Cheonggye stream was flooded with water due to its narrow stream, causing a lot of damage to many houses. After the Korean War, many shanty towns were built around Cheonggye stream, and the water was polluted by sewage and had a bad smell. Therefore, from 1967 to 1976, the construction of an overpass covering the Cheonggye stream was carried out. In 2003, a large-scale project was underway to restore the Cheonggye stream in Seoul. At that time, the Cheonggye Overpass was built more than 30 years ago and there was a high risk of collapse. Therefore, the Cheonggye Overpass was demolished and a 5.8-km section, which is about half of the total length of 11km, has been restored to its original shape. Now, many visitors can enjoy leisurely walks while exploring great waterways and acting as a comfortable shelter.
HiKr Ground
HiKr Ground, opened at the Seoul Center of the Korea Tourism Organization, is a Korea Tourism Promotion Center where visitors can experience K-pop and watch media art at the same time. HiKr Ground's name implies that Korea (KR) will greet each other and become a playground for global travelers. The first floor is where visitors can enjoy various media arts through the HiKr Wall media. On the second floor, visitors can experience creating K-pop music videos using XR Live Studio. The third floor is HiKr Street, and it is a regular exhibition where Korea's natural cultural contents are implemented with the latest technologies such as AR and XR. Another attraction to see is the Cheonggye Stream from HiKr Ground.
Pimat-Gol and Korean Food
Pimat-gil is a narrow alley formed on the left and right sides of today's Jongno, Namdaemun-ro, and Donhawmun-ro, which are the main roads of Hanyang, the capital city of the Joseon Dynasty. Houses and shops around the alley are collectively called Pimatgol. 'Pima' means to avoid horses, and it is named because low-ranking officials and the common people used a detour to avoid high-ranking officials. Pubs and restaurants for the common people were formed around Pimatgol, and their name has still been handed down in the 21st century, which underwent modernization and expansion of downtown Seoul. In the newly built shopping district of Pimatgol, there is a marketplace that implements a restaurant where a exists with a license from a parasitic houseguest (comic). It was also used as a filming location for the movie 'Mimang'.
Here in Pimatgol, you can eat a variety of Korean food. For example, they are charcoal grilled meats, pork belly, broth to a Hangover, a variety of Korean pancakes, sundae(blood sausages), pork feet, dumplings, and sea food.
Jonggak Staion
Jonggak Station is the ending point of the tour.
Ending Point
Jonggak Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Professtional Guide Fee
- Photo Service
- Food and Beverages
- Personal expenses
- Travelers' Insurance
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves some of walking, so make sure to 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.
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
Joined 2024
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
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!
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!
$130/ per group
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