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Seoul Local Life and History
Seoul
3 hours
WELCOME TO SEOUL. At the forefront of fashion and technology but deeply traditional, Seoul brings together palaces, temples, avant-garde design, and mountain trails. On our tour, we will discover a fascinating mix of old and new, traditional culture with contemporary attractions.
FROM$45/ per person
Moises O.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Journey to UNESCO Palace and Street Foods in Seoul - 4 Hours Walking Tour
Seoul
4 hours
Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Seoul’s historical palaces, Changdeokgung (UNESCO World Heritage) and Changgyeonggung, and the vibrant street food scene at Gwangjang Market! Our tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into Korea’s rich history and savor its culinary delights, suitable for all ages.
FROM$60/ per person
Sam H.
Tracing the western influence in Korea
Seoul
3 hours
Since its opening the door to the outer world in 1876, many foreigners have visited and lived in Korea. This tour will follow their stories, why they came, who there were, what they have done.
FROM$200/ per group
Daniel Y.
Half-day Intro to Seoul and Korean History
Seoul
3 hours 30 min
This is my most popular standard tour, perfect for any visiting Korea for a serious first look. It walks us through the best sights of Seoul's historic central downtown area, very close to each-other, while I tell the relevant colorful stories at each brief stop. It is completely flexible on the timing and number / nature of the sites visited; all depends on where I pick you up and drop you off, and just what you want to see and do. On this system I also offer a full-day version of this tour.
FROM$395/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
UNESCO Jongmyo and Changdeokgung Walking Tour ; World Cultural Heritage Sites.
Seoul
3 hours
Jongmyo Shrine and Changdeokgung Palace, registered as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites for their outstanding universal value, authenticity and integrity, are Koreans' pride. The world's most solemn and quietest Jongmyo Shrine is always a good place to visit. Beautiful cafes and shops along Seosulla-gil, attract passers-by. Changdeokgung Palace beloved by kings, is an eco-friendly space built while maintaining the maximum natural environment.
FROM$220/ per group
Charlie C.
Korean War Museum and Memorial in Central Seoul -- a good alternative to the DMZ
Seoul
3 hours 40 min
I don't recommend day-trips to the DMZ -- the JSA remains off-limits due to North Korean policy, and anyway most of what you see is just barbed-wire fences and various monuments; a trip there does not give insight into North Korea nor about the 1950-53 war. The long trip driving up there & back is not worth your precious time. There is a very good alternative, which is this gigantic compound in the middle of Seoul -- a large museum of the Korean war & outdoor display of weaponry from that era.
FROM$345/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
The Korean Empire and Jeongdong-gil Walking Tour : From Deoksung Palace to Zero Milestone
Seoul
3 hours
In the 19th century, Korea was a time of enlightenment of civilization. With the expansion of Western powers into Asia, Korea became the stage for diplomats and missionaries from America and European countries. Deoksugung Palace, which experienced upheaval after King Gojong declared the Korean Empire, talks about the past. Along the walkway leading to Gwanghwamun Square, the zero milestone is the starting point to understand Korea.
FROM$220/ per group
Charlie C.
Easy Hiking! - Best Seoul City View and Han River View
Seoul
2 hours 30 min
Do you like nature and hiking? Then we should hike! :) There is a 'Acha mountain', where you can see the amazing view of Seoul and Han River view. It's not too hard, and usually it takes 2 hours or 2 and a half hours. And don't worry we can take time, and go slowly as well. You'll love it!
FROM$290/ per group
Kelly O.
5.00 / 5
(9 reviews)
Busan Half-Day Private Tour in English (Upto 5 Pax)
Busan
4 hours
Private, customizable tour of Busan with a local English-Korean speaking guide. This is an exclusive experience and is not shared with other people! Cut through language barriers, visiting the city’s most celebrated locations. We believe that customizable tours in Busan should be comfortable, relaxing and easy going. Clients can ask us any additional requests anytime. so that we can make your tour perfect.
FROM$370/ per group
Changwoo Y.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon Village, Ikseondong, Jogyesa temple
Seoul
4 hours
Tour of 4 hours to explore essence and highlight of traditional Korean culture from best of best palace, traditional Korean house village, traditional Korean folk culture. Tour features Gyeongbokgung palace - main palace of Joseon Dynasty & the most beautiful place and best architecture of Korea, Bukchon Hanok Village. Guide share information of Korean culture that help guest fully enjoy and appreciate the authentic beauty and value of traditional Korean culture as well as palace architecture.
FROM$160/ per group
Paul K.
5.00 / 5
(17 reviews)
Tao Abundance Temple, Seoul's most-important Buddhist Site
Seoul
4 hours
Doseon-sa was founded around 1100 years ago just beneath the three main peaks of the Triple-Horns Mtn, Seoul's sacred & prominent guardian (a National Park), by one of Korea's greatest Buddhist masters. It has remained the most religiously important monastery of the Seoul area ever since always crowded with sincere Buddhists. It has several unusual features that will be pointed out and explained to your group. There is a large ancient standing Buddha statue designated as a National Treasure.
FROM$395/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
Royal & Shamanic Shrines of Benevolent King Mountain
Seoul
4 hours
Would you like to see some scenic sites that are "truly Korean" and yet quite unusual? This tour is really "off the beaten path" but is also right above downtown Seoul, on Mt. Inwang-san, Seoul's center of Shamanic practices, and a park with relics of the Joseon Dynasty's royal & spiritual-nationalist heritage. These are rarely-seen yet fascinating sites overlooking the busy modern power-centers. This unique walking-tour climbs a few steep slopes on paved paths, but it's worth it!
FROM$445/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
Korean BBQ & Pub crawling
Seoul
4 hours 30 min
Do you want to learn about Korean barbecue and drinking culture? How about a drink with a Korean friend? I will share with you interesting stories about Koreans and their life passages in a comfortable atmosphere. Here's a program that's perfect for you. I'll take you to a heap spot in Seoul. There are 4 options below. You can select a place you prefer or a place close to your accommodation. A) Hongdae B) Jongno (Ikseon-dong) C) Jamsil D) Where you want to go
FROM$300/ per group
Andy P.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)
Layover tour: pickup at ICN airport - Seoul highlight tour - Sendoff at Seoul station
Seoul
5 hours
Tour starts from my pick up at ICN - Go to Seoul station by express train (45mins) or normal train(65min) - Buy return ticket of expresee train for ICN - Tour - We'll go to Seoul station by my escort - Customers leave Seoul st for ICN and tour ends at Seoul station. Tourist destinations are the best places in Seoul, such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, the essence & highlight of palace architecture, Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong street for half days. Price include all transportation costs.
FROM$220/ per group
Paul K.
5.00 / 5
(17 reviews)
Half-day Traditional Seoul Walking-Tour
Seoul
4 hours
This tour is a fascinating orientation & overview of the older, more traditional parts of central downtown Seoul, with further/deeper introduction to who the Koreans are, and the key points of their history and religions/customs. There is a standard itinerary for this tour, but it is completely flexible on the number and nature of the sites visited. It is essentially the 2nd-half of my Full-day Intro Tour. We can move faster or slower, as you wish. I will be telling colorful stories!
FROM$395/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
Buam-dong, Seoul’s Hidden Charming North Park-neighborhood
Seoul
4 hours
This is a lovely neighborhood of “Gangbuk” Seoul behind famous Mt. Bugak, with a wide variety of offerings, scenic and fascinating, but only a few “insiders” know about its very charming character. We will visit the “Sword-Washing Pavilion”, then a beautiful waterfall with a colorful Buddhist temple right next to it! We will proceed into a hidden quiet peaceful area with late-Joseon-era ruins-relics amidst great trees. Then along a high ridge with great views, and some unique cafes & others.
FROM$335/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
Museum of Korean Contemporary History - 1880s thru 1980s, explained by an American Professor
Seoul
2 hours 30 min
This is a relatively new and medium-sized museum, opened in 2013 after much controversy about its potential contents. There is little agreement on what happened in the 20th century, and it was very difficult to create this museum. There is not much English on the displays, so you really need an expert familiar with the truths to take you through it and point out the important details, and explain what is distorted in presentation and what has been entirely left out due to sensitivity.
FROM$315/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
Central National Museum of Korea -- with an expert professor
Seoul
3 hours
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.
FROM$345/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
National Folklore Museum of Korea -- with an expert professor
Seoul
3 hours
This large, unique-design building with beautiful landscaping opened in 1972 as the museum of Korea's common people (90% of the population). There are three main galleries covering every aspect of Korea's traditional lifestyles and cultural identity, around the year in all seasons and throughout the human life-cycle. Shamanism and folklore are emphasized. There are also some great outdoor displays of old buildings and village-level stone monuments.
FROM$345/ per group
David a. M.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
Seoul Highlights with Locals
Seoul
5 hours
Seoul has been the capital of the dynasties (Baekje, Joseon) and South Korea. It has been called as "Hanseong", "Hanyang", "Seoul" as time goes by. With dynamics of modern life and traditional places to see, such as royal palaces, traditional markets, N Seoul Tower and local places, Seoul is a city with so much to offer that you might not know where to start. Dress Code: Smart Casual, Comfortable walking shoes :)
FROM$500/ per group
Kevin H.
Walk Korea Tours: Food Tour in Seoul
Seoul
3 hours
This tour is not only for drinking but for understanding Korean culture through food & drinks. Soju Bomb or Poktanju (or Poktan-ju. "bomb liquor") is a special word that describes a lass of beer with cup of Soju in it. I will show you how to make Poktanju and how to enjoy it. You don't need to drink if you don't like or cannot do it, but like or not drinking, you can enjoy this tour to experience the best authentic Korean food culture which will tell how the real Korea is!
FROM$250/ per group
Kevin H.
Off the Beaten Path behind touristy on foot
Seoul
4 hours
Seoul have "Old and New", just around the corner. But lots of tourist just go through the touristy area. Kevin will bring your every nook cranny, on foot.
FROM$300/ per group
Kevin H.