Seoul Walking Tour with a Local Guide: Private & Custom (8hrs)
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Seoul is a city of remarkable contrasts, where centuries-old palaces stand alongside cutting-edge architecture, traditional markets share the streets with designer boutiques, and peaceful temples sit moments away from some of Asia's busiest neighborhoods. Spending a full day with a knowledgeable local host allows you to experience these different sides of the city through local stories, cultural insight, and places that reveal how Seoul is lived today.
Before your experience, you'll complete a short online Personalization Form so we can match you with a like-minded host. Together, you'll shape a flexible itinerary around your interests, whether you're passionate about history, architecture, food, local culture, shopping, photography, or discovering places beyond the guidebooks.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
What To Expect
Seoul
Spend a full day exploring Seoul through the eyes of a local as you uncover the city's remarkable contrasts. Royal palaces, traditional hanok villages, bustling markets, contemporary architecture, creative neighborhoods, and hidden local favorites come together to tell the story of one of Asia's most dynamic capitals. Before your experience begins, you'll complete an online Personalization Form, allowing your host to tailor the day to your interests and travel style. Here are some of the places your personalized experience may include:
Bukchon Hanok Village
Nestled between Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace, Bukchon preserves hundreds of beautifully restored hanok homes dating back to the Joseon Dynasty. Today, it remains one of Seoul's most picturesque historic neighborhoods, where traditional architecture and everyday life continue to exist side by side.
Options
8-hour Seoul Walking Tour
Duration: 8 hours Pickup included
What‘s Included
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
Flexible start times - Pick your preferred time when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour of Seoul - ToursbyLocals w/Young Y.
797colleenh,Oct 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughter and I connected with English-speaking Korean tour guide, Young Y. thru theToursbyLocals website. Our tour was for several days, mostly around Seoul, but we also went to the DMZ. Young Y. truly brought Seoul to life with his insights and stories. His enthusiasm was contagious, and he was able to answer all our questions with depth and clarity in clear, concise English. Each site we visited felt richer with his explanations, and he encouraged us to engage with the culture in a way I hadn't anticipated. When it rained unexpectedly for an hour, he had a backup plan for something interesting we hadn't considered....libraries... and it created an understanding for ffor an aspect of the Koreans current way of life based on historical philosophies that was foreign to us. Despite my preparation, I was struck by how much more there is to discover. Young Y. highlighted nuances in Korean history and traditions that I hadn’t encountered in my studies. It was a reminder of the beauty of travel: you can learn so much more when you immerse yourself in a place and connect with its people. The experience left me eager to continue my studies and explore more of Korea. I can’t wait to share everything I learned with friends and family back home! In a part of the world where the use of the English languge is sparse, having someone like Young was essential.
We. Went. Everywhere!
James J,Jul 11, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I booked the tour, my guide reached out with a list of options to explore around the city and asked for my preferences. And then the morning of we began what I can only explain as a whirlwind tour of Seoul: it was my first time, so I wanted to see as much as possible with an emphasis on history and culture (and pictures!). I would highly recommend GJ (Jee Eun) as a guide! We had so much fun! There was a detailed itinerary, and though some places we were only able to spend a short time there, I was left with enough explanation to revisit on my own later during my trip.
Great way to see Seoul in short time
Mipike2,Dec 31, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an all day layover in Seoul. With limited time, this was a great way to get around and see what we wanted to see as well as what we didn’t know we wanted to see. Giwon was an excellent guide. She planned a great itinerary, knowledgeable about the sites and culture, and added impromptu stops as we shared interests.
Great way to see the things you want to see
Alex D,Nov 24, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took the 8 hour personalized tour. My guide was Rossi. We had communicated via Whatsapp on what I wanted to see. Since the tour fell on the second day, I had already seen some of the things he wanted to show me. He was extremely flexible and we adjusted the schedule on the fly. He was easy to get along with and we had some good conversations while crisscrossing the city walking and using public transportation. A highlight was Ewha Women's University where I never would have gone on my own. Highly recommended.
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