Hi, I’m Young
Hi, I’m Young
I’ve lived in Seoul for 43 years
I speak English, Korean
I am a Tour Guide.
Hi, I’m Young, your friendly host in Seoul! Born and raised in the heart of the city, I’ve always been an explorer, uncovering the best spots and hidden gems throughout Seoul. What I love most about this city is its unique blend of nature and modernity—from the ancient walls connecting the four surrounding mountains to the vibrant, restored neighborhoods shaped after the 1950s Korean War. I’m passionate about sharing Seoul’s rich history and culture. I love visiting the city’s many museums, which are constantly being updated and can give you a fascinating lesson on Korea’s past while exploring its scenic and local spots. When I’m not delving into history, you can find me enjoying movies at Seoul’s charming art theaters—a perfect way to relax and recharge. Let’s discover the best of Seoul together, one story and one adventure at a time!
My knowledge & interests
Korean History
Food
Nature / outdoors
History
Photography
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Wildlife
Hikes
Political history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Gin
Local beers
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Alternative or underground culture
Gourmet food
Local speciality drinks
Painting
Performance art
Folk art
Landscape photography
Wildlife photography
Sports photography
Food photography
Fashion photography
Commercial photography
Night photography
Post-modern architecture
Classical music
Pop music
Jazz music
Rock music
Blues music
Traditional music
Hip-hop
R&B
Soul music
My reviews
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We arrived as ignorant tourists with next to no knowledge of Korean culture and history. So, we booked this for our first full day in Seoul and hoped our guide could give us some context and a ‘place to start’. And did he?! Our first surprise was that Young turned up in an A/C car on our scorching August day, “because there are so many places to cover in such a short time”. We were whisked from one side of the city to the other - from mountain viewpoints to museums to neighbourhoods. Our second surprise was that Young turned out to be a history scholar having discovered an interest in Korean history, and is currently turning his passion into a book. How he managed to give us a condensed history of Korea in just a few hours was admirable. We were blown away but the information, history and change that Korea has undergone. This tour formed a firm foundation for the rest of our stay, and didn’t ’step on the toes’ of other tours and sites that we subsequently took (e.g. DMZ and Gyeongbokgung). We were introduced to parts of Seoul we would never have thought of. I’d say 5hrs is a minimum for doing this and I wish we’d booked longer.
Aug 2025
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Young was an amazing guide. The ideal way to experience the best of Korean history and culture. Truly an insightful and fun experience.
Jun 2025
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Young was full of great info. He relayed the history in an easy to understand and relatable way.
Jun 2025
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Your guide was fantastic. He was very patient and helpful with our 3 young children.
May 2025