Hi, I’m Paul
Hi, I’m Paul
I’ve lived in Seoul for 23 years
I speak English, Mandarin, Japanese
I am Tour Guide
Hi, I’m Paul, your local host in Seoul! What I love most about this fascinating city is its unique role in the modern world. Seoul seamlessly blends traditional values with a vibrant urban culture, offering endless opportunities to explore its deep-rooted heritage. I’m passionate about introducing visitors to how Korea’s traditional architecture reflects its cultural ideals. One of my favorite activities is hiking up Bukhansan Mountain, right in the heart of Seoul, for breathtaking views and a serene escape. I also enjoy guiding guests to historical treasures like the DMZ at Imjingak, the Korea Folk Village in Yongin, and the Hahoe Village in Andong. With a deep knowledge of Seouls heritage, I’m excited to help you uncover the stories and traditions that make Seoul so special. Let’s explore together and create unforgettable experiences!
My knowledge & interests
MBA & Asian Religion & philosophy
History
Culture & customs
Local cuisine
Food markets
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Cityscape photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Wine
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Local speciality drinks
Traditional drinks
Sculpture
Traditional art
Indigenous art
Art history
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Antique shops
Landscape photography
Post-modern architecture
Classical music
Pop music
Traditional music
My reviews
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Paul did an amazing job putting together a tour for me on my visit to Seoul. Shortly after I booked, he reached out to me with a proposed itinerary and modified it according to what I wanted to see. He gave me so much great insight into Korean history and culture, which made me appreciate the sights so much more. We covered everything on our itinerary, and he took great pictures too! Overall he made my first day in Seoul very special and I booked a second day with him to get an even deeper look into what Seoul has to offer.
May 2025
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We were very satisfied with Mr Paul Koo. He arrived at our hotel early and talked about cultural, architectural, historical and logistics for our tour. He had us ride a bus to Gyeongbokgung Palace where we saw the changing of the gaurds. We toured the palace grounds and learned about the Josen era and how the rulers lived. We visited the museum and Buddhist Temple and Hiker Museum for K pop experience. Mr Koo did well with us as we were 3 different age levels. We all enjoyed the different experiences on our tour. We would like to refer this tour company and especially Mr Koo for a personalized tour of Seoul, South Korea.
April 2025
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I loved the fact that the first thing Paul did was explaining the religious history of sth Korea was put everything we heard into the right perspective
April 2025
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March 2025