Discover Seoul: Local Life and History

Explore Seoul’s blend of tradition and modernity. Visit palaces, temples, tea houses, and more. Discover hidden gems and local tips on food and drink.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Seoul City Hall - We will start visiting Seoul city hall a great introduction to Seoul’s History.
    (Some Tuesday it might be closed)
  • Gwanghwamun Square - We will explore Gwanghwamun avenue, the main avenue of Seoul visiting its history and attractions
  • 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.
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - We will have an introduction to the main palace of Seoul visiting and also the change of the guards.
  • 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.
  • 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.
What's Included
  • Tour guide
  • Snacks
Additional Information

WELCOME TO SEOUL.

A city where tradition and innovation coexist, Seoul offers both ancient palaces and temples and cutting-edge fashion and technology. Join us on a journey that promises a captivating blend of antiquity and modernity, traditional customs and current attractions.

Our adventure takes us through the Gwanghwamun and Jongno-gu districts. The heart of these areas, and perhaps the entire city, is the regal Gyeongbokgung, Seoul’s royal palace. Our walking tour will introduce you to some of the city’s most outstanding palaces, Confucian shrines, and Buddhist temples, transporting you back to the era of the Joseon dynasty. Along the way, we will drop by conventional tea houses and explore galleries, bars, and handicraft stores set amidst a maze of Hanok-style streets.

Rest assured, we have ample recommendations for food and drinks, including the renowned Korean beer chicken amongst others.

Location
Seoul Plaza
You will find your guide at Seoul City Hall Subway exit 5
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Derina44
Aug 1, 2024
Wonderful experience with Mortour in Seoul - 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.
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Juanpegasus
Jul 3, 2024
Essential to know Seoul - Tour very complete, knowing the most important. Moi knows Seoul well, and that shows. It translates into a tour where you visit the essentials of the city , and puts some added value with some corner / place less visited and just as spectacular. The truth is that the 2 day tour, is very advisable.
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Luann_ro
Jun 24, 2024
Amazing private tour in Seoul - 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!
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Ccasierra
May 23, 2024
Interesting walking tour - 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
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906marisal
May 7, 2024
Great Way to Learn About Seoul - 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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Freewheelpablo
Apr 22, 2024
Seoul: Ideal Itinerary, Expert Guide! - With only four hours to spare in Seoul, we were determined to see as much as possible. Although limited, Moises crafted a practical itinerary that allowed us to experience the city’s highlights. It was ideal. Our guide, Marti, was incredibly knowledgeable, accommodating, and pleasant!
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S1613zo
Apr 9, 2024
Top K-tour - Moses gave us a great overview of Korean history and culture. The tour delivered much more than we expected and included plenty of local insights & tips. Enjoyed every minute.
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Bcreilly1335
Apr 2, 2024
Excellent Tour! - Just finished our 2.5hr tour with Moises and really enjoyed it! Moises was super informative and the time flew by. Would highly recommend.
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Tamás
Mar 17, 2024
Authentic local experience in the centre of Seoul: meet with locals, get all the insights of the city - Insightful guided tour in the centre of Seoul by Moises. He is a competent and really friendly tourist guide and business owner. The communication around the booking was easy. During the walk, he didn't just told us insights on the Korean history and everyday life, but also showed us very nice places. We even had the chance to meet with local artisans and artists, too during the tour, and saw/tasted culinary delicacies. It was really special to see a. o. the shop of a stamp-carver, to experience a small, local tea room, to eat the typical, authentic street food of Koreans. Moises has great connections all around the city, and he was absolute glad to recommend us places (restaurants, bars, museums etc.) or answer to our questions. This personal side and carefully curated route of the tour makes it (and also his business) special. I'm happy to recommend him, and I can just wish all the bests for his goals.
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Richard_g
Mar 10, 2024
Great tour! Excellent English! - Moises was a wonderful tour guide! He gave us enough history to better understand the country and the culture. He is very experienced. Knew where to get the best, authentic Korean street food. He was considerate to the interests of his tour group, extremely knowledgeable and seem to know everyone. We travel regularly and he is one of the best your guides we have had anywhere. I would highly recommend him and will look for Mortour tours in other destinations.
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