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No minimum number of attendeesNo minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Seoul 101: Discover the secrets of the old city with a free walking tour
Guru:
Steve
Registered on March 08, 2023
Hi. I've lived in Seoul for 12 years and love exploring new areas. I'm a bit of a history nerd and can show you the spots that aren't in most guidebooks (did you know Seoul has a sixth palace?). I like to keep my tours flexible to the travelers' needs. Hope you join me for a walk around Seoul!
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Tour description
TGIF! In Korean, it's called 'bulgeum' meaning 'Fire Friday.' This tour is the perfect way to start your weekend. It also sometimes runs on a Tuesday.
This tour starts off in the old part of town, exploring the traditional hanok houses of the Bukchon north village. It then heads into the trendy Ikseondong neighbourhood and ends in Jongro, the perfect place for some dinner or drinks.
On the way, you'll see Jogyesa, the main Buddhist temple in Seoul; Unhyeongung, Seoul's less well-known 'sixth' palace; and Tapgol Park, the birthplace of Korean independence.
You'll see everything from traditional markets to street food, trendy cafes, and photo rooms.
The tour starts near Gyeongbokgung Palace (closed on Tuesday) which is easy to explore by yourself if you have a few hours spare before the tour.
Tour itinerary:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace gates
- Jogyesa Buddhist temple
- Bukchon Hanok village
- Unhyeongung Palace
- Ikseondong neighborhood
- Tapgol Park
- Jongro neighborhood
- Bosingak Pavillion
Meeting point: Gyeongbokgung station exit 5. The exit is at the end of the long underground passage shownin the photos. If you are a little bit early, take some time to enjoy the art in the passage.
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Highlights
What will we visit on this tour?
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View on mapMeeting point:77-9 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Sout...77-9 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Meet at Exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung station (subway line 3). I'll be in a red shirt.
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1Outside visitGyeongbokgung Palace
Start of tour. Learn about Seoul's main palace and its history
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2Outside visitJogyesa Temple
Buddhist temple in the heart of Seoul
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3Outside visitBukchon Hanok Village
Explore the village of traditional homes and try some street food if you want.
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4Outside visitGyedong-gil
A quiet road of cafes and dessert shops
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5Outside visitUnhyeongung
Seoul's "secret" palace.
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6Outside visitIkseondong Hanok Village
Hip, trendy neighborhood that has been revitalized in the last few years.
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7Outside visitTapgol Park
Home of the independence movement and end of our tour.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour opinions
Carmen
12 Nov 2023
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Travelled in group -
Nov 2023
It was great walking with Steve! He showed us some interesting places, and told a lot about the Korean history.
Rajiv
03 Nov 2023
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Travelled in group -
Nov 2023
STEVE was a fantastic tour guide. He adjusted the tour to our pace and accommodated our requests. We also asked him other information about Seoul and he was very informative. WE enjoyed our walk with him. 10/10 experience
Milena
05 Sep 2023
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Travelled in couple -
Sep 2023
Steve is very nice and tour interesting!
Elza
08 Aug 2023
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Travelled alone -
Aug 2023
His a native english speaker and that made the difference for me.
Rachel
07 Aug 2023
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Travelled alone -
Aug 2023
This was a great couple of walking tour! All my questions were answered and I had a lot of fun!
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.
What should you know?
Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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