Free walking tours in Seoul

Mark was great! Very knowledgeable and we enjoyed learning more about Gangnam and Korean culture.

It is a good option if you have free time.

Tour molto interessante per avere un'idea di una zona di Seoul che altrimenti non avrei visitato!

Mark was a very enthusiastic guide. He provided a lot of information and interesting trivia. He was also very helpful, providing tips during the tour and he sent a lot of recommendations afterwards. Great tour. Wished we’d done it at the start of our trip.

His tour was absolutely perfect—one of the most enriching experiences I’ve had during my time in Korea. I especially enjoyed the visit to Bongeun Temple. Since I rarely have the chance to experience Buddhist culture, and had never visited a Buddhist temple before, it was truly eye-opening. Mark explained how people often participate in temple stays to find peace and reflection, and how they bow 108 times to the Buddha as a form of meditation and gratitude. That insight gave me a deeper appreciation of Korean spirituality. Afterward, we moved to COEX, where we visited one of the most magnificent libraries in the world—an architectural and cultural gem. Later, we relaxed and enjoyed some traditional makgeolli, which added a warm and authentic local touch to the day. We then made our way to Seonjeongneung, a UNESCO World Heritage site that holds the royal tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. The peaceful atmosphere and historical significance made it a deeply memorable experience. Throughout the tour, Mark also shared invaluable information about places to visit in Korea, traditional foods to try, Korean history, and even the beauty of the Hangul alphabet. His passion for Korean culture and his ability to communicate it so vividly made this tour truly special. Among all the guides I’ve met during my travels, Mark is the top of the top—knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about what he does. Thank you, Mark, for giving me such a meaningful and unforgettable day in Korea.

Mark was an excellent guide, one of the best I've has on Guruwalk. He speaks loud and clear and makes sure everyone understands. He mixes history, contemporary culture, jokes and his personal views and keeps the excitement during the tour.

Mark brings energy and information in a vibrant tour. His deep knowledge engaged and explained Korean culture. Great personality and very positive experience.

I recently did a 3‑hour GuruWalk tour through Gangnam with Mark and it was an absolute delight from start to finish. He’s knowledgeable, fun, and engaging, a great combo that kept the group entertained and informed throughout.

Excellent tour Sanghyeok was a very good tour guide

Tour agréable dans 3 spots centraux de Séoul. Sanghyeok est à l’écoute et répond à toutes nos questions. Nous avons passé un agréable moment

Wonderful walking tour! I learned a lot! Sanghyeok was excellent! Thank you!

Sanghyeok was wonderful and I highly recommend him for your tour. He is fun, friendly, flexible, and very thoughtful (he always found spots with AC or the shade). You won't be disappointed!

Very professional and knowledgeable, he took us to a bunch of places and solved all the questions the group had.

I had a great time walking around town with Mark. He was very knowledgeable about the places we visited, and he has a great personality. He was very punctual and took care of everyone during the tour.

Very interesting tour through the modern district Gangnam. You get to know much about Korean people and lifestyle. Mark gave us lots of recommendations for food and interesting places. We also got lots of insights into the Korean culture which are normally hidden from the casual city explorer.

My partner and I have been traveling for the past month and have done many free tours. Mark was by far the best tour guide we’ve had so far. He told the history through many interesting stories and was able to weave it back to how history has created the culture Seoul is today. In addition, my partner and I were late and he went above and beyond to help us with transportation recommendations to find the group. Would definitely recommend getting a tour with him.

Un gurú muy atento, siempre pendiente de si queríamos parar a beber o ir al baño, y de decirnos dónde había aire acondicionado. Además, el tour fue muy interesante y las explicaciones muy amenas.

The tour was super informative and exciting. Unfortunately we were a little late but Mark sent us the location straight away and we felt we were in great hands. I can really only recommend him

Mark was prepared for the tour and is also a person with whom you can have a complex conversation. he is a significant source of information for those who want to learn about the local culture and people's living conditions, as well

Sanghyeok (Sam) was very nice and informative, ready to explain the cultural background of the sites we visited, with interesting insights in today's Korean society and culture too. He also sent us a list of helpful recommendations on restaurants, spas and more.

A very nice Tour for a good start in Seoul! Good informations, storys and recommendations. Palace is really nice with surprising informations.

Excellent tour. Very interesting everything Marc told us. He brought pictures and articles to add information to the tour.

Our guru, Mark is knowledgeable and knows his stuff. He gave a lot of information and tips about Seoul. We had a great walking tour with Mark and were lucky with the weather. We highly recommend Mark for the walking tour in Seoul!

The route was well-planned and Mark is an excellent story teller who made the walk fun!

Interesting tour. Highly recommended