Discover Seoul: Local Life and History | 3 hours 30 minutes

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Discover Seoul: Local Life and History
2 Adults x $85.20
$170.40
Approx Total
$170.40

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, Spanish
  • Tour guide
  • Local street food

Overview

WELCOME TO SEOUL. At the forefront of fashion and technology yet 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. We are going to explore the Gwanghwamun and Jongno-gu areas. The focus of attention in this area, and probably in the entire city, is the royal palace of Seoul Gyeongbokgung. To continue our walking circuit through some of the best palaces, Confucian shrines, and Buddhist temples in Seoul, it will be like a trip to the time of the Joseon dynasty. On the way, we will visit traditional tea houses, galleries, bars, and craft shops among its labyrinthine streets full of Hanoks. We will give you the best tips on where to drink and eat such as the famous Korean beer chicken among others.

Itinerary

  • Seoul City Hall

    We will start visiting Seoul city hall a great introduction to Seoul's History. (Some Tuesday it might be closed)

    30 minutes

  • Gwanghwamun Square

    We will explore Gwanghwamun avenue, the main avenue of Seoul visiting its history and attractions

    35 minutes

  • The Story of King Sejong & The Story of Admiral Yi Sunshin

    Right in front of Gwanghwamun Gate lies Gwanghwamun Plaza, a public open space featuring statues of Admiral Yi Sun-sin of the Joseon Dynasty and King Sejong the Great of Joseon.

    10 minutes

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace

    We will have an introduction to the main palace of Seoul visiting and also the change of the guards.

    30 minutes

  • Insadong

    Insadong is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Seoul, on the way we will visit traditional tea houses, galleries, bars, and craft shops among its labyrinthine streets full of Hanoks.

    30 minutes

  • Bukchon Hanok Village

    Situated on the top of a hill between Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village is a Korean traditional village. The traditional village boasts beautiful traditional alleys, hanok and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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51 reviews

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FANTASTIC PRIVATE VISIT TO SEOUL

Published on Feb, 2025

We took a two days private tour. The tour was really amazing!! We visited not only historical places but the "daily life" places from Seoul. Learned a lot! The guides were so polite, and dedicated, they respected our times and interests, made our days... fantastic days!

Wonderful experience with Mortour in Seoul

Published on Aug, 2024

Amazing time on Seoul under the impeccable guidance of Moises from Mortour. Great correspondence prior to my arrival with proper plans on place and just really detailed and great guidance over multiple days. It was a pleasure to spend time with Moises and being introduced to all the wonders of Seoul. Unforgettable experience. Thank you Moises.

Amazing private tour in Seoul

Published on Jun, 2024

Our day in Seoul with Moises was amazing! We had a full day in Seoul as a stopover and wanted to explore the city by foot with a private guide and a big focus on food :) Moises accommodated all our wants and took us to different restaurants, cafes, markets... we also went to some less touristy areas of Seoul, which was really nice too. I highly recommend Moises's services!

Interesting walking tour

Published on May, 2024

It was a nice experience, the guide knows the history and shows the relevant places near Insadong. She gave good recommendations about dinner, gifts and she even gave us a little Korean lesson. I highly recommend

Great Way to Learn About Seoul

Published on May, 2024

We did the group walking tour in Seoul and found it incredibly informative and interesting. We had only arrived to Seoul a couple of days earlier, and this tour was the perfect way to learn some of the history of the city and find some fun places to shop and eat. Our tour guide was very informative and had great suggestions in terms of tea houses and restaurants. For anyone looking for an overview of the city this tour is a great place to start.

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