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Seoul Private Tour - Gyeongbokgung
Gyeongbokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Gyeongbokgung
Gyeongbokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Gyeongbokgung
Gyeongbokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Gyeonbokgung
Gyeonbokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Changdeokgung
Changdeokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Changdeokgung
Changdeokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Rear Garden of Changdeokgung
Rear Garden of Changdeokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Rear Garden of Changdeokgung
Rear Garden of Changdeokgung
Seoul Private Tour - Gwangjang market
Gwangjang market
Seoul Private Tour - Gwangjang market
Gwangjang market
Seoul Private Tour - Star Field Library
Star Field Library
Seoul Private Tour - Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village
Seoul Private Tour - Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village
Seoul Private Tour - Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village
Seoul Private Tour - National Museum of Korea
National Museum of Korea
Seoul Private Tour - National Museum of Korea
National Museum of Korea
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5 star rating guest review 1
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5 star rating guest review 2
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5 star rating guest review 3
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5 star rating guest review 4
Seoul Private Tour - 3rd infiltration tunnel
3rd infiltration tunnel
Seoul Private Tour - peace train
peace train
Seoul Private Tour - Folk Village
Folk Village
Seoul Private Tour - Namsan Tower
Namsan Tower
Seoul Private Tour - Insadong
Insadong
Tour Guide - Paul K.

Joined 2023

Paul K.

5.00 / 5
(33 reviews)
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Available Areas

Seoul (Living), Gangwon, Gyeonggi, Incheon

Languages

English, Korean (Native)

Response Time

2 hours on average

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About Tour Guide Paul K.

Hello, I am Paul. I’m Korea’s only traditional culture guide deeply rooted in authentic Confucian philosophy. I am tour guide with proven record track of over 300 tours for international tourists.


My goal of tour guide is to help tourists create archives in their minds for the records of memory and the space holding hidden historical and cultural stories and values.


My specialty is Korean traditional architecture, art and mountain hiking, deeply rooted in Confucian culture & history.


Architecture and art are center of tour. The tour is designed to offer authentic appreciation of Korean traditional architecture and culture, through basic, intellectual information of Confucianism, provided before tour starts. Confucianism is quintessence of Korea's traditional culture and current Korea’s cultural identity.


With basic understanding of Confucianism, you can fully enjoy not only the beauty of the palace architecture but also Korean traditional culture, and your trip to Seoul will be impressive and memorable in your life.


My major places of tour are following destinations:


1. Monumental architecture of Korea’s tradition: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace & Secret Garden, Jongmyo Shrine (Royal Ancestral shrine), Seonjeongneung - Royal Tombs of Joseon Dynasty

2. Museum: National Museum of Korea, National Folk Museum

3. Bukchon Hanok maeul(Korean traditional house neighborhood), Insadong Street & Jogyesa Buddhist temple

4. Namsan mountain & N Seoul Tower, which offer unique experience of panoramic view of Seoul and Seoul metropolitan area

5. Market and street for food and shopping: Gwangjang market, Namdaemun market, Myeongdong street, Hongdae street

6. River south of Seoul(Gangnam of Seoul)Star Field library at COEX, Gangnam style statue, Bongeusa Buddhist temple in Gangnam, river south area

7. Hiking: Bukhansan mountain, Inwang mountain

8. DMZ tour, Korea Folk Village


Thank you for your interest!

As your guide, I hope to see you soon in Seoul!

Important

My primary tourist destination is Seoul and metropolitan area, consisting of 5 palaces, Royal Ancestral Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village, National Museum of Korea, War Memorial of Korea and other museums & galleries and contemporary architectures, and Namsan Mt. with N-Seoul Tower, traditional & trendy market places such as Gwangjang market & Hondae street, and also Korean Folk Village & DMZ tour.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

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Reviews

“Simple yet elegant!”

Paul is passionate about Korea's history and a cosmic speaker for how confucianism underpins all of the Joseon state and has shaped modern Korea. He was very flexible with the tour as one of the spots was closed due to the national holiday. He tweaked the itinerary which was to our benefit. Our lunch stop was excellent and we were educated on how to eat bibimbap. He even suggested an itinerary for our free day tomorrow! All in all, I would recommend Paul especially if you are interested in history and confucianism.

Jason F.

Paul K.

Great appreciation on good & encouraging review!

“Very informative”

My wife and I truly enjoyed our tour with Paul. His vast body of knowledge on the Korean history nade the experience invaluable. He was also very kind and accomodating. We strongly recommend him!

Francesco D.

Paul K.

It was best reward to hear good review of guest!

“Highlight of the trip ”

Paul was a fantastic tour guide from his pre communication , infectious passion on Korean history, and best spots to get photos! He is extremely proud to share his Korean heritage with visitors. You cannot go wrong with booking him!

Kate J.

Paul K.

I highly appreciate your good words that encourage my guide!

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