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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

“Have done this tour 4 times now across two trips and the guides are excellent, and keep everything moving, even on a busy night like Halloween. Good variety of venues with different music. Pub crawl can be made by the group you're with though so…”

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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

“Tons of fun. Great way to meet plenty of people from different backgrounds. Also get to go to pretty good clubs. Awesome experience with plenty of dancing and drinking”

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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

“Fabulous tour. Mike has extensive food and beverage knowledge. He brought us to places we would never have tried on our own, encouraged us to eat foods we would not have tried without a good explanation of how they were prepared anRead more”

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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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8.Seoul: Itaewon Premium Pub Crawl with Limitless Drinks

Explore Seoul’s vibrant nightlife on a guided pub crawl through Itaewon, with unlimited drinks, exclusive venues, and friendly hosts for an unforgettable evening.

“Fantastic night!! Celeste was our host for the evening and helped break the ice in the group and the rest of the night was so wild and fun. This tour is super worth the money and i highly recommend booking it if you want a…”

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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

“Wonderful experience learning about the art of rice wine making. Joe was an incredible instructor who gave us hands on opportunity in the making of this age old product. We even made a batch to take home with us. Got to taste a wonderful flight…”

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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

“This was so fun! Unfortunately, I did not manage my time well (never trust Apple or google maps in SKorea lol) and was late… like really, really late. I let our host, Sam, know that I was going to skip the tour as to not…”

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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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13.Seoul: Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience

Discover Seoul’s innovative makgeolli brewery with a guided tour, tasting six varieties, learning traditional craft techniques, and enjoying food pairings.

★ 5.0

“WOW! So educational, with the history and process, but you also get to try such a variety of Makgeolli! Our hosts were so accommodating, knowledgeable, kind and just overall contributed to a fun and memorable experience. I couldn’t be happier!”

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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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