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The 10 Tastings of Seoul: Street Food
4.8 134 reviews3 hours • food toursfrom €81.39 per person - Choose your local
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Seoul
4.8 147 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €40.13 per person - Choose your local
Drinks & Bites in Seoul Tour
4.9 238 reviews2.5 hours • food toursfrom €49.40 per person - Choose your local
City Kickstart Tour: Seoul
4.9 458 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €14.20 per person - With Yejin
Traditions of Korea Tour: Hanok Village, Food & Culture
5.0 33 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €37.65 per person - Choose your local
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Day Trip
4.9 360 reviews9 hours • day tripsfrom €118 per person - Choose your local
The History of Seoul: Beautiful Palaces & Seoul Dynasties Tour
4.9 434 reviews2 hours • city highlight toursfrom €26.50 per person
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The 10 Tastings of Incheon: Chinatown
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- 5.0
Wonderful Tour of Seoul
"We had a wonderful afternoon with Sanghee. We met up at Gyeongbokgung Palace for the changing of other guards. After the ceremony, Sanghee guided us through the palace sharing details about the history and design. We then headed to Gwangjang Market for the most delicious bites (kimbap, pancake, blood sausage, mandu, hand pulled noodles, and tteobokki). It was so much fun experience and highlight of our visit to Seoul!"
- 5.0
Perfect tour
"Ho Jin "Jimmie" was a great guide. Our two hour tour was just the right amount of time to be engaged without getting tour fatigue. We explored the palace while Jimmie told us engaging stories about the history of Korea and the area. We opted to explore the Buchkon Hanok village and he took us to some very quiet streets and great views avoiding the crowds typical of the area. Would definitely recommend Ho Jin and this tour. "
- 5.0
Fun and informative
"Our family really enjoyed our tour with Sanghee. She was so lovely and easy to talk to. We asked her many questions about local life in Korea and touristy things like best places to shop for x. She was also very thoughtful and patient. We got lost trying to find the meeting place and in the end had Sanghee found us. The tour itself was great. We go to Korean restaurants regularly where we are from but still tried many things we had not eaten before. Delicious things! In the end we got so full. Great experience. Highly highly recommend. "
- 5.0
Perfect Day
"Ho Jin was an amazing tour guide. From his knowledge about the places we went, Korean history, and even recommendations about where to go for the remainder of our trip, he went above and beyond to ensure we had a great day. I’d recommend him to anyone!"
- 5.0
Great day in Seoul with Priscilla
"We had a very nice walking tour of Seoul with Priscilla. Full of fun facts and information as a local. It was a great introduction to this fabulous city for us as first time visitors. Many thanks for a wonderful day!"
- 5.0
Bucket-list with truly wonderful Sanghee.
"Our food tour with Sanghee was a travel highlight OF MY LIFE. She knows her way around Gwangjang market like a pro, best seats, best tastes and she is a brilliant conversationalist, fascinating, engaging and sets a great pace. Our group of three, aged 65, 54 and 22 were equally enthralled throughout this culinary, cultural, social, political adventure - lots of tidbits about how Netflix has infiltrated the market and changed the fortunes of a lucky few while the rest just keep on loughing on. We got to eat Cho's handmade noodles and even watch her make them. And the kim chi dumplings OH MY GOD! This remains a busy place for locals too as well as a scattering of tourists. I ate some of the best food of my life and woke up thinking about the "drug bimbap" - the delicious seaweed wrapped warm rice treats that even Gordon Ramsay couldn't resist. We end the tour with a queue for the world famous twisted doughnuts that Bree Larson keens talking about and they don't disappoint. Best tour ever. And sochu in a chilled bar with Sanghee at the very end was icing on the cake. YUM YUM YUM. There's a very good reason why people keep exploring the town with Sanghee, she is a living treasure of wonderfulness. "
- 5.0
Fantastic Ho Jin
"Our tour with Ho Jin was brilliant. He is incredibly kind, patient and helpful. Constantly trying to inform, make things easier and provide helpful tips and recommendations. One of the best guides on this app!"
- 5.0
Great guide to spend a day with
"Ho Jin was a wonderful guide and companion throughout the day. He communicated well and I enjoyed our conversations, where he shared insights on the war and what it is like living in Seoul. By opting to travel with Ho Jin, I was able to experience more of the DMZ, Paju and also parts of Seoul that I wouldn’t have been able to discover without his knowledge."
- 5.0
The highlight of our trip to Seoul!
"We had a brilliant evening with Sanghee! The food was excellent and she took us to places we’d never have found on our own. Sanghee is super friendly and could not be more helpful - she’s also incredibly funny, I don’t think we stopped laughing all evening! Would absolutely recommend and would book again when we come back. Thank you so much for making our trip to Seoul so special! 😊"
- 5.0
Exploring Seoul with Cristina
"We loved the chill and friendly vibe of Cristina! She is forthright, honest and candid in the information she shares which I really appreciated. Yes, she takes you to 'tourist spots' but provides a lens on what you're seeing in a way only a local can. I liked her pace and energy and found chatting with her was like visiting with a friend. At the end of our tour she left us in the good hands on a wonderful Korean BBQ and we had one of the top meals of our life! "
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Like a Local
Private & Personalized Tours in Seoul with a Local
When you hit the road and land in a new city like Seoul, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.
Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Seoul spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Seoul.
The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.
But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Seoul, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Seoul awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Seoul, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Seoul. Get ready to explore like a local!
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