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Seoul Private Tour: 10 Highlights and Hidden Gems
4.8
285 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
(285 Ratings)
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Beth_h
Oct 2, 2024
Great tour guide! - What a great tour guide she was! Took me everywhere and took fab pics of me in front of all of the iconic Seoul locations.
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Nicoleky7022ns
Sep 30, 2024
Excelente Tour Guide! - Everything went great with Andrew! He was very helpful, answering any questions we had, and even booked a facial appointment for us! Everything was excellent! Highly recommended.
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Estuardo_santillan
Sep 29, 2024
Extraordinary!!! - Vera was my tour guide in Korea. Our initial contact was via WhatsApp. I shared with her that it was my first time in Seoul and sent a few ideas and recommendations I received from a few friends. She then built my plan with her own ideas and knowledge. Needless to say, when she shared with me the final plan… I said… no changes… great plan. Vera even suggested that we should start the tour around 10:00 AM so more places will be open... which I completely agreed with her. She was waiting for me at the lobby of my hotel. We then started our day, and it was flawless. During the day she made sure that I was ok with the plan and if the pace was ok. I told her everything was great. Vera is very knowledgeable and accommodating. We made a few changes during the day and all her suggestions really improved my trip. She also knows the metro system in and out…. Completely amazing.
Thanks so much again Vera for taking the time to tour me around. Vera is a wonderful person and very caring. If you are planning to visit Seoul in the near future, please make sure you ask for Vera… you will not be disappointed at all.
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X6202rjtaram
Sep 28, 2024
Fast, fabulous tour in limited time on business trip - In just 6 hours free on a Business Trip, Arnaud gave us a fast paced walking tour of Seoul. I felt like we saw everything! He was knowledgeable about the history, culture and current trends. It was a great time.
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Slim5144
Sep 19, 2024
Highly recommended!!! - We had the most wonderful guide in Ruth (Jihyun). She was a wealth of information and very engaging, covering all the topics we were interested in. We saw so many things in our short time together and have a deeper understanding of Korean culture. Her command of English is simply fabulous. We asked her all kinds of things, nothing was off limits, even getting her to explain a couple of swear words we picked up from K dramas. We very highly recommend this tour and if you get Ruth as your guide, you will definitely enjoy it and find it rewarding.
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N2187yjelaineb
Sep 5, 2024
Memorable first day in Seoul - I did a private walking tour with Ruth on my first day in Seoul. She was absolutely wonderful! She was super friendly, pleasant, and fun to be around. She had great energy! I loved the itinerary she planned for me. She taught me how to use the subway and naver maps right away. First stop was Seoul Sky in the Lotte World Tower. The view was amazing. Then she tested me on how to get to Gangnam and we went to the Starfield Library at COEX and visited the Bongeunsa Temple close by. We took another subway ride to Ikseon-dong to see the cute little hanok turned shops and cafes. We then walked to Insadong and visited some art galleries. We walked towards Gyeongbokgung Palace. It was closed but the gate with the lights was beautiful. We walked down Gwanghwamun Sq to see the statues of King Sejong the Great and Admiral Yi Sun-Sin and there was a live swing dance show. We ended our walking tour in Cheonggyecheon Stream. Throughout the tour she took pictures of me and kept the conversation fun and engaging; filled with history, fun facts, and recommendations. I highly recommend Ruth if you want to learn about Korean culture and history. She was the best!
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Culture39428893472
Aug 4, 2024
Lovely tour - My husband and I took this tour with Wan-Hyeog and found it very interesting. Our guide was considerate and very knowledgeable. He showed us a couple of important spots in Seoul and explained the history behind them. He also made sure we drank enough water and were protected from the harsh sun. 100% recommend.
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Zfff3
Jul 28, 2024
Private tour of Seoul with Thomas - Our 6-hour private tour of Seoul with Thomas was fantastic! He not only shared fascinating insights about the city but also took professional photos of us, which he sent afterward. Highly recommend this tour!
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Martinarv2288jz
Aug 17, 2024
We had a great day… - Nice tour of both historic and modern sites. Our tour guide Don was great, we really enjoyed the day and recommend this tour
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Tsusen0
Jul 20, 2024
Disappointing experience due to the tour guide (miscommunication, awkward issues, and the 2nd part of the tour closed) - This is a very difficult review to write. We are generally very generous people and reviewers. Vera was our guide. She was from Russia. The issue was a few miscommunication and awkward moments with Vera and my family (my two daughters and I). In terms of the trip, Vera took us to NamSam Tower, using subway and bus system, and then after NanSam Tower, Vera took us to a K-pop cafes location and the cafes were shut so she was upset about it, and so were we because it was a really far distance to go there. And then Vera felt guilty and tried to make up for this and got my children some tanghulu (strawberry dessert). So, I was nice about this and hence I gave her 2 stars instead of 1. Also, on the positive side, she taught us how to get the one way Subway tickets, and familiarise ourselves more with how to get on and off the subway. This was useful. But another guide on a later day told us about and helped us to get the T-money card from 7-eleven which basically cover all of Korean buses and subways, which were superior than the one way Subway tickets anyway. On the negative side, she was also a bit rude to my daughters in her style of communication, making my daughters a bit uncomfortable. Maybe it was a communication issue rather than a personal one. We don't know. But I think it's important for me to share this.
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