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Silent City Walk: Hidden Alleys & Traditional Tea Included

Seongkyunkwan

Tea House

Temple

City Wall

Hanok

Temple

Hanok

Temple

Hanok

Temple

Hanok

City Wall

Seongkyunkwan

Silent City Walk: Hidden Alleys & Traditional Tea Included

Off the Beaten Path

Joined 2025

Jeeseon C.

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Seoul

English, Korean (Native)

4 hours

Private tour (only you and Jeeseon C.)

Up to 5 people

This 4-hour walking tour is about experiencing the real Seoul by walking through quiet, timeworn alleyways largely undeveloped. You'll explore Gilsangsa Temple, pass by old hanoks and stone walls, and end the tour at Sungkyunkwan, Korea’s oldest Confucian academy. Along the way, you'll take a relaxing break at a traditional teahouse to enjoy Korean tea and rice cakes , included in the tour price. It’s a slow walk with real Seoul stories and scenery.

Itinerary

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

10:30 AM

Meeting Point

Hansung Univ. Station (Exit 6)

10:40 AM

Gilsangsa Temple

Once a luxurious restaurant, this serene space was later donated to become a Zen temple. Surrounded by trees and stillness, it offers a rare moment of peace in the heart of the city.

11:30 AM

Suyeonsanbang

Once home to a beloved Korean writer, this teahouse now serves traditional drinks and calm moments in a garden setting. You’ll enjoy Korean tea and rice cakes here, both are included in the tour price.

Please note: Suyeonsanbang is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, and may occasionally close without notice. In that case, we’ll visit a charming nearby café instead.

12:30 PM

Silent Alleys & Stone Walls

Stroll through quiet, timeworn alleys where the past lingers in every brick, then follow a hidden trail along the old fortress wall.

01:00 PM

Confucian Campus

Visit Korea’s oldest university and its historic lecture hall.

Ending Point

Hyehwa Station, Exit 4

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

A licensed tour guide

Traditional tea and snacks at a traditional tea house

What‘s not included

Any food not included in the tour

Insurance are not included

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking including hills

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

* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

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

*Note about consultation and communication

I’m happy to answer any questions related to this tour after your booking is confirmed.

For more general travel-related questions (outside of the tour content), I kindly ask that you reach out after your booking becomes non-refundable (when the cancellation penalty period begins).

This helps me provide the best service to my confirmed guests while managing time and resources fairly.

If Suyeonsanbang Traditional Tea House is closed, we may visit a different café instead.

Important message from the supplier

Trip Consultation Policy

Trip consultation is included in the tour.

However, it will only be provided after the free cancellation period ends (7 days before the tour).

No consultation is available during the free cancellation period.

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

Jeeseon C.

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Jeeseon C.

Hi! I’m Jeeseon.

Over the past several years, I’ve been working as a licensed guide, leading travelers from around the world through palaces, temples, hanok villages, traditional markets, and Seoul’s hidden local neighborhoods. I especially enjoy introducing guests to off-the-beaten-path gems and sharing the city’s authentic local atmosphere. Many of my guests say it feels like exploring the city with a thoughtful local friend.

I design every tour with care, balancing history, culture, and everyday life, so each guest can experience Seoul in a personal and memorable way. Guiding is more than a job to me, it’s a way to connect people with the heart of Korea.

My tours are ideal for curious travelers who want more than just sightseeing. I specialize in:

Korean history and culture storytelling

Practical Hangul learning experiences

Hidden gem exploration for repeat travelers

An orientation tour for first-time travelers to Korea with a Hangul learning session