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Seoul Private Tour: 10 Highlights and Hidden Gems
4.8
287 Ratings
Jae-dong
Uncover the best of Seoul on a fully customizable private tour. Explore 10 iconic landmarks, captivating neighborhoods, and hidden gems with a knowledgeable local host.
Uncover the best of Seoul on a fully customizable private tour. Explore 10 iconic landmarks, captivating neighborhoods, and hidden gems with a knowledgeable local host.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cheonggyecheon Stream - Take a leisurely stroll along Cheonggyecheon Stream, a rejuvenated waterway in downtown Seoul, where you can enjoy the refreshing atmosphere and picturesque views as you follow the stream’s path.
- Gwanghwamun Square - Visit Gwanghwamun Square, located in front of Gyeongbokgung Palace, and see the famous statues of King…
- Cheonggyecheon Stream - Take a leisurely stroll along Cheonggyecheon Stream, a rejuvenated waterway in downtown Seoul, where you can enjoy the refreshing atmosphere and picturesque views as you follow the stream’s path.
- Gwanghwamun Square - Visit Gwanghwamun Square, located in front of Gyeongbokgung Palace, and see the famous statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun Shin, where your local host will dive into Korea’s rich history.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace - Marvel at the mighty Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest of the Five Grand Palaces and a must-see for its architectural grandeur and historical significance.
- Bukchon Hanok Village - Explore Bukchon Hanok Village, where your local host will guide you between traditional Korean hanok houses and give you insight to the cultural ambiance of this historic neighborhood.
- Insadong - Wander along the vibrant streets of Insadong, known for its traditional Korean culture, art galleries, tea houses, and shops offering a variety of traditional crafts and souvenirs.
What's Included
- Hotel meet-up available on request for central locations (must be organized after booking)
- 2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
- Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local
- Hotel meet-up available on request for central locations (must be organized after booking)
- 2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
- Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
- Tickets to any attractions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
- Tickets to any attractions
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
Why settle for a one-size-fits-all tour when you can uncover the best of Seoul on your own terms? Instead, experience a fully customizable private tour led by a knowledgeable local host. Prepare to be amazed as you explore 10 iconic landmarks, captivating neighborhoods, and architectural wonders that showcase the city’s rich heritage. But that’s not…
Why settle for a one-size-fits-all tour when you can uncover the best of Seoul on your own terms? Instead, experience a fully customizable private tour led by a knowledgeable local host. Prepare to be amazed as you explore 10 iconic landmarks, captivating neighborhoods, and architectural wonders that showcase the city’s rich heritage. But that’s not all! Your host will reveal hidden gems along the way, including a glimpse of the majestic Gyeongbokgung Palace from the outside.
From the vibrant streets of Myeong-dong to the charming corners of Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong, you’ll discover Seoul’s top highlights and delve into its best-kept secrets.
Here’s what to expect on this tour:
Visit 10 of Seoul’s top highlights and hidden gems in one day, including an external view of Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Enjoy a unique and personalized experience tailored to your specific interests and preferences.
Choose your own start time to make the most of your day.
- Itineraries are fully personalized so any additional requirements like tickets, transportation and food & drinks can be arranged for an additional cost
- Private groups are normally no larger than 6 people (if your group is larger, please make this known so that arrangements can be made)
Location
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After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(287 Ratings)
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Ailoony
Dec 13, 2024
Most Enlightening Tour! - Our guide, Hans Kim did a great job introducing us to Seoul. We particularly liked how he gave us a city overview with maps - this allowed us to orientate ourselves. Hans Kim went out of his way to show us parts of Seoul which would resonate with us, knowing that we are architects. We also enjoyed talking with him and understanding a bit of Korean way of life and culture. Thank you, Hans!
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Chris_d
Dec 9, 2024
Great personalized tour that covers the main attractions and hidden gems! Andrew is the best! - Andrew was very helpful personalizing a tour for us that visited hidden gems our other tour was not covering. In our three hours we covered a good amount of culture, history, and food!
Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable in terms of Korean culture and history. He knows so many languages including English. He was very engaging and easy to relate to. He also had some great jokes. Would highly recommend a tour with Andrew to our friends and family!
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Chris
Dec 9, 2024
Great personalized tour that covers the main attractions and hidden gems! Andrew is the best! - Andrew was very helpful personalizing a tour for us that visited hidden gems our other tour was not covering. In our three hours we covered a good amount of culture, history, and food!
Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable in terms of Korean culture and history. He knows so many languages including English. He was very engaging and easy to relate to. He also had some great jokes. Would highly recommend a tour with Andrew to our friends and family!
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Jonathant3300
Nov 29, 2024
Good in Korea! - Jay was great! Created a custom itinerary covering interests, which included history and street food. Fun conversation and good company for a fun day in Seoul.
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Keri
Nov 27, 2024
Best tour guide in Seoul - Amazing experience with Andrew in Seoul. He was able to share a lot of the history behind the city as well. This was my first time to the city (traveling with two other family members who had been once before), Andrew helped to pack a lot into such a short period of time so I was to see so much in a short period of time. He also took notice that my aunt who I was traveling with had trouble with stairs so he very quickly modified our walking path to include elevators and ramps in the metro station. Highly recommend Andrew and City Unscripted.
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Jessicare7020kb
Nov 15, 2024
fantastic 3 hour tour if you are short on time but want to see the highlights - fantastic experience. Great local guide. Glad I wore good walking shoes as we covered a lot of ground. I highly recommend.
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Angelasp6307et
Nov 7, 2024
A Must Do experience. - My tour with GJ was fabulous. She worked with me to create a tour that did not hit the typical tourist spots. She was knowledgeable, personable, and went out of her way to make sure my experience was memorable. I would definitely use her services again on my next visit.
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Ntrjennycraig
Nov 5, 2024
Amazing Tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village - We had Paul as our guide through Gyeongbokgung Palace. He was exceptional at explaining the history of the palace as well as the history of Korea. We learned so much! We also appreciated that Paul took the time to take pictures of us as we traveled through the Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village.
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Brittanybu2143ur
Nov 1, 2024
Perfect Introduction to Seoul - What a wonderful way to get our bearings, learn about the beautiful city, and see some gorgeous sights in a half day personal tour. Jay was fantastic and super knowledgeable and personable. He really made our first day in Seoul special and catered to our interests and took us to the best spots and took amazing photos for us-thank you Jay!! I would definitely recommend anyone coming to Seoul to start off with this.
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W6469hynickc
Oct 22, 2024
A Memorable Walking Tour of Seoul - I recently took the solo walking tour of Seoul, and it was an amazing experience! Over the course of four hours, we covered a lot of ground and saw some of the city’s most iconic spots, including the beautiful Buchon Hanok Village, the majestic Gyeongbokgung Palace (where we caught the changing of the royal guard), as well as Insadong, Inkseon-dong, Myeongdong, and much more.
What made the tour truly exceptional was our guide, Jay. Even though I was meeting him for the first time, it felt like I was chatting with an old friend. Jay had plenty of fascinating insights to share about the history of each location, as well as broader knowledge about Seoul and Korean history. His storytelling added so much depth to each stop, making the experience both educational and enjoyable.
One tip—be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring some water! You’ll be on your feet and covering a lot of ground, but it’s well worth it. I highly recommend this tour, and Jay made it all the more memorable.
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