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Joined 2026
Steve L.
Available Areas
Gyeonggi (Living), Incheon, Seoul, Suwon
Languages
English, Korean (Native)
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
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.
Important
• 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.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
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The Heart of Seoul - Half Day Walking Tour
A Walk Through Korea's Heritage & Culture (4HRS) Seoul is a huge modern city, but many of its most important historic and cultural sites are clustered in the heart of the city. That makes walking one of the best ways to discover Seoul. On foot, we can slow down, notice the details, step into small streets, and experience how old and new Seoul exist side by side. Let's walk through the heart of Seoul—and discover the heart of Korea. .
The Heart of Seoul - Half Day Walking Tour
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SEOUL: THEN & NOW. 6-Hour Private Walking Tour
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.
SEOUL: THEN & NOW. 6-Hour Private Walking Tour
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SEOUL Through Everyday Life - 8Hour Private Walking Tour
Ever wondered what Koreans really eat—not just what you see in restaurants? Why do so many people live in apartments? Why is Seoul full of cafés? And how is everyday life changing? We'll explore neighborhoods, markets, local restaurants, and everyday spaces to discover how Seoulites really live. Using public transportation like locals, we'll experience Seoul beyond the guidebook.
SEOUL Through Everyday Life - 8Hour Private Walking Tour
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