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15 Best Seoul Walking Tours

The walks that read Seoul’s layers: moonlight rounds with local historians, Gangnam decoded as sociology, ghost-story routes through the old alleys and the city-wall sunset hike with dinner after. The city explains itself best on foot and after dark.

1.Seoul moonlight walking tour with local historian

Discover Seoul's hidden night-time gems with a local historian. Stroll along city walls, explore mural villages, and enjoy stunning views for an authentic evening experience.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Fantastic experience. June our guide was very knowledgable and made the tour very interesting and enjoyable. We didn’t even notice the stairs up hill 😉 The views from the top are very beautiful. Totally worth it .”

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3.Seoul: Evening Dark History, Folklore & Ghost Story Walking Tour

Discover Seoul’s haunted past and folklore on a 2-3 hour evening walking tour exploring palaces, alleyways, and hidden historical sites with stories to send shivers down your spine.

★ 5.0

“This is a great walking tour. It is a lot of walking so you have two options for the time which I think is a smart option for people. We did the extended and it was well worth the extra time. Our guide was so…”

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6.Gangnam Walking Tour on Youth and Society in Seoul Korea

Discover Seoul's hidden social realities on this small-group walking tour through Gangnam, exploring youth culture, education, beauty, and society.

★ 5.0

“We greatly enjoyed this experience with our guide June, who provided fascinating insight into life as a young person living in Seoul today. We learned a lot of information about Korean culture that we otherwise would not have know. Highly recommend.”

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7.Seoul Highlights & Hidden Gems Tours by Locals: Private + Custom

Discover Seoul through a private, customizable tour with passionate local guides. Visit top sights, hidden gems, and enjoy authentic experiences tailored to your interests.

★ 5.0

“Hardest review to write of all 11 tours/experiences we had over our 17 days in Korea and Japan. Our guide, Kevin, shared history and cultural insights with the highlights being the changing of the guard ceremony and a little spot that sold the best tea…”

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8.Seoul: Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner

Experience a scenic sunset hike along Seoul’s historic fortress wall, enjoy panoramic views, local cuisine, and authentic culture with a friendly guide.

★ 4.9

“Such a fun hike with stunning city views, drinks and tasty dinner! Lily, our guide, was super fun, accommodating and knowledgeable about the area. The perfect end to our Seoul visit!”

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9.Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

Explore Seoul’s highlights on a 3-hour guided tour visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and more. Discover history, culture, and hidden gems.

★ 4.8

“We had the best time with our tour guide, Stella! She was extremely knowledgeable and shared so much history and information with us. She was also so much fun! We even stopped for an ice cream and because I had been talking to her about…”

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10.Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert

Discover Seoul’s history and culture on this small-group walking tour through Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village, led by expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Joe was a fantastic guide, he picked us up as it was raining and drove us to a couple of places that were not on the tour. He was very knowledgeable and I learnt a lot about Korean history. My son loved all the 'heads…”

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12.Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Seoul Private Walking Tour

Discover Seoul's highlights and hidden gems on a personalized private walking tour, exploring historic palaces, vibrant markets, and local neighborhoods.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Mr. Lee Hojin was excellent. He was well prepared for the hot weather and brought fans and umbrellas. When it was too hot for walking, he adjusted the tour and gave us a ride in his car. He adjusted the tour for the…”

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13.Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour

Discover Seoul’s hidden gems and rich history on a guided walking tour with professional photos, visiting Jongmyo Shrine, Cheonggyecheon, and Ikseon-dong.

★ 5.0

“Great tour and experience learning the history and seeing the hidden gems of seoul. James and Jacob both make the walking tour worth a visit. Historical incidences and information shared by both and the candid pictures at the beautiful spots makes the walking your memorable.…”

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14.Seoul: Korean Chicken & Beer Night Tour with Local Hidden Gems

Discover Seoul's vibrant chicken and beer scene with an authentic small-group tour, visiting hidden local gems and experiencing Korean nightlife.

★ 5.0

“It was very cold that night about -19 C so I was the only tourist who made it. What a great time touring three restaurants for chicken, beer, and Soju. Love yours with locals. You learn so much more about the community you are visiting.…”

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15.Korean Home Style Cooking Class in Gangnam Seoul

Discover authentic Korean home-style cooking in Gangnam, Seoul. Enjoy hands-on experience making 4 popular dishes in a cozy studio with guided tips.

★ 5.0

“Naomi was great. She had the ingredients ready, along with articulating the expectations and instructions well. As I had cooked a couple of the dishes back home, we talked about different flavor profiles and the various ingredients that could be used to achieve the diff…”

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