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15 Best Seoul Pub Crawls & Drinking Experiences

The drinking education of Seoul: official pub crawls through Hongdae and Itaewon, Korean drinking games taught properly, soju at the distillery and craft makgeolli brewed by your own hands. Non-drinkers are welcome at most; the games translate.

1.Seoul: Pub Crawl

Discover Seoul's vibrant nightlife on this guided pub crawl through Hongdae and Itaewon. Visit 4 bars/clubs, enjoy free shots, and meet travelers worldwide for an authentic experience.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“We had a wonderful night! So many nationalities and personalities, with everyone there for a good time. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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2.The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]

Explore Seoul’s vibrant nightlife on a guided pub crawl with VIP access, free drinks, and local insights. Perfect for solo travelers and groups alike.

★ 5.0

“I had a great time! It’s a must if you’re traveling alone and want to safely check out the hot spots in Seoul.”

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3.Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul

Explore Seoul’s hidden culinary gems on this half-day small-group tour, visiting markets, alleys, and tasting local foods and drinks. Uncover authentic flavors.

★ 5.0

“Mike is an excellent guide. He provides a good overview of some of the local food and drinks. He has a good background exploring the local food scene around South Korea with the understanding of taste bud differences between locals and foreigners. I definitely recommend…”

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4.Soju Tasting at Distillery – story of 3 pigs

Discover authentic Korean soju with a knowledgeable guide at a private distillery in Seoul. Enjoy tasting seven varieties and learn about Korea’s spirits culture.

★ 5.0

“Really cool experience with delicious drinks and interesting facts about soju and surrounding traditions. Sam was a very welcoming, funny and knowledgeable host. Worth it even if you're not already a massive fan of soju!”

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5.Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute

Experience Seoul’s nightlife with the official pub crawl. Visit 3+ bars in Hongdae or Itaewon with friendly guides, free shots, and a vibrant international crowd.

★ 5.0

“Had the best time at BOTH nights! We selected the two nights option in the different areas of Hongdae and Itaewon. And it was great! Both nights offered something a little bit different in terms of venues, not like it was ‘same same’ and it…”

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7.Korean Drinking Games Night (non-drinkers are also welcome)

Experience authentic Korean drinking culture with fun games, local guides, and delicious drinks in Seoul’s lively Hongdae district for an unforgettable night out.

“This tour was the most fun i've had in Korea, you really get a sense of the night life and drinking culture of this country, Taesong was soooooo informative (and PATIENT LOOOL) even as non-drinkers we enjoyed it and felt well taken care of and…”

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9.Learn and Make Your Very Own Craft Makgeolli

Join a 2-hour hands-on Makgeolli brewing class in Seoul. Learn traditional methods, taste delicious fermented drinks, and take home your own craft.

★ 5.0

“It was a really wonderful experience with Makgeoli and Joe. Educational and extremely infomative. The testing especially was exceptionally favoured. Wld certainly visit the microbrewy when it reopens after the renovations! We had a great time :)”

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10.Seoul: Soju Tasting at Distillery

Experience Seoul's historic soju at Samhae Soju with a knowledgeable guide. Taste traditional spirits, learn about Korean culture, and enjoy authentic flavors.

★ 4.9

“Great evening activity. Sam was a fantastic host, knowledgeable and entertaining. Varied selection of traditionally made and local soju to trial from their brewery. Really interesting history to the drink, showing some of the stages of how it is made, with the added experience of…”

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12.Makgeolli Brewing Class

Discover the art of brewing traditional Korean makgeolli in this hands-on Seoul class. Learn, taste, and take home your own brew in 2.5 hours.

★ 5.0

“Had a wonderful time with Omar, learning how to make makgeolli and then putting it into practice. He was a great instructor and took his time answering questions and giving us a great insight into makgeolli, how it’s made, and its importance in Korean culture.…”

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14.Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery

Join a 2-hour hands-on Makgeolli brewing class in Seoul, led by a Korean alcohol sommelier. Learn, taste, and craft your own traditional rice wine.

★ 5.0

“Super informative. Definitely a great class not a demonstration. Joe was incredibly engaging and a great teacher. A lot crowded into 2 hours. Totally absorbing and very educational.”

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15.Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier – Finest Makgeolli (& Soju)

Discover Seoul’s best Makgeolli and Soju with a knowledgeable sommelier, tasting rare bottles and learning Korea’s rice wine traditions in an intimate setting.

★ 5.0

“Sam gave us a varied tasting with good stories and information. We were able to purchase goods to take home with us from Seoul. The guide speaks perfect English.”

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