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SEOUL: THEN & NOW. 6-Hour Private Walking Tour

Off the Beaten Path
Seoul Tour Guide - Steve L.

Joined 2026

Steve L.
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Interview-Based Quality Checks
Seoul
English, Korean (Native)
6 hours
Private tour (only you and Steve L.)
Up to 4 people

How did a war-torn country become the dynamic Korea you see today?


On this walking tour, we'll explore that transformation through the streets of Seoul, where the past and present stand side by side.


Born just a few years after the Korean War, I've watched Seoul change throughout my lifetime. I'll share not only history, but also personal stories from a generation that lived through Korea's remarkable transformation.


Let's walk through Seoul—and understand how Korea became what it is today.

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

- or an Agreed Point in Central Seoul

09:30 AM

City Hall & Deoksugung Palace

Begin in the historic heart of Seoul and see how old and modern Seoul stand side by side.

10:30 AM

Cheonggyecheon Stream

Discover one of the best examples of Seoul's remarkable urban transformation.

11:00 AM

Jonggak & Jongno

Walk through the old commercial heart of Seoul, passing Jonggak's lively streets and the food alleys around Jongno 3-ga.

12:00 PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Try authentic Korean dishes you won't easily find back home. Seoul has many long-established local restaurants, some with more than 50 years of history.

01:00 PM

Chungmuro Printing Alleys

Take the subway to Chungmuro and explore the small printing workshops that preserve the atmosphere of Seoul's old working districts.

02:00 PM

Seoul City Wall & DDP

Walk through Dongdaemun, where layers of old Seoul meet one of the city's most striking modern landmarks.

Ending Point

Cafe in City Center

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

* Guide fee

* hotel pickup (city center only),

* One coffee or tea per person

What‘s not included

* Public Transportation Fee (Approximately US$1.5/one way/per person)

* Lunch (Approximately US$10~15 per person)

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

• I can guide you anywhere in South Korea; you would just need to cover my transportation expenses.

• Customized multi-day tours are also available, tailored to your interests and starting from either Seoul or Incheon 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
Seoul Tour Guide - Steve L.

Joined 2026

Steve L.
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Steve L.

Hi, I'm Steve, a licensed Korean tour guide. I've spent seven years guiding international travelers through Korea—and a lifetime watching this remarkable country change.


I was born in the late 1950s and grew up watching Korea transform from a struggling postwar nation into the dynamic, modern country you see today. So when I share stories about Korea's transformation, I'm not just talking about history I've read in books. Much of it is part of my own life.


Before becoming a guide, I worked as a television producer and later served as the CEO of a local government cultural agency. My career took me across Korea, allowing me to discover its diverse regions, traditions, and people.


I've also lived in the United States for a year and traveled to more than 15 countries. These experiences have helped me understand different cultures and connect naturally with international visitors.


Whether we're exploring Seoul's royal palaces, visiting the DMZ, discovering local neighborhoods, or traveling beyond Seoul, I believe a great tour is about more than seeing famous places. It's about understanding the stories behind them.


My tours are private, relaxed, and tailored to your interests and pace.


**My goal is simple: to help you discover not just what Korea looks like, but what makes Korea the country it is today.**


I'd love to show you my Korea.

Want to Personalize?

$280/ per group

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