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Hi, I’m Rick — a certified local guide in Korea with a deep passion for Korean history, culture, and storytelling.
While I guide across key historical destinations in Korea, my main specialty is Seoul — especially Gyeongbokgung Palace and the city’s historic centre. I don’t simply show famous landmarks; I help you understand the deeper stories, symbolism, and everyday life behind them. From royal architecture and palace rituals to hidden meanings most visitors miss, I turn each place into a living story rather than a textbook explanation.
As a licensed guide who has spent extensive time studying Korea’s palaces, artefacts, and cultural heritage, I bring both professional knowledge and genuine local perspective to every tour. I regularly visit historical sites and continue my cultural studies to deepen my understanding and improve every experience I offer.
My tours are relaxed, friendly, and conversational — ideal for travellers who want more than rushed photo stops. I focus on real stories that explain how Koreans lived in the past and how those traditions still shape modern Korea today.
What makes my tours special is the human connection. I tailor each experience to your interests, answer questions openly, and create space for meaningful conversations. Whether it’s your first time in Korea or you’re returning for a deeper cultural experience, my goal is to make Gyeongbokgung — and Korea itself — feel personal, vivid, and memorable.
If you’d like to explore Korea beyond guidebooks — through history, culture, and authentic local insight — I’d love to walk with you.
I enjoyed the tour with our guide Rick nim. He was so charismatic and energetic throughout the day. He is knowledgeable and he is a great storyteller. I have done tours before and they did not leave a lasting impression because they were not engaging. But with Rick nim, the experience was phenomenal! He made it feel like we were in the time period and we were living the experience for ourselves. This is the kind of experience that all tour guides should learn how to offer to their clients when visiting Korea. Exploring Korea with Rick nim is a must! Next time I go to Korea, I'm booking another tour with him when I bring more of my family and friends.
Really appreciated how well prepared Rick was and how attentive he was to his guests. Would highly recommend Rick to anyone.
Una experiencia increíble con Rick님! Tuve una experiencia maravillosa explorando el Palacio Gyeongbokgung con Rick. Es un guía muy amable, profesional y con un gran conocimiento sobre la historia de Corea, lo que hizo que el recorrido fuera interesante y entretenido en todo momento. Rick explicó las historias del palacio de una manera clara y dinámica, haciendo que el lugar cobrara vida. También fue muy atento, respondió a todas nuestras preguntas y se aseguró de que todos nos sintiéramos cómodos durante el tour. Gracias a él, la visita fue mucho más especial y significativa que simplemente recorrer el lugar por nuestra cuenta. Si visitas Seúl, recomiendo totalmente hacer un tour con Rick. ¡Sin duda fue uno de los mejores momentos de mi viaje!
A very good tour and very comprehensive for learning about the palace. A very professional and friendly guide too. I recommend it.
