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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Young was full of great info. He relayed the history in an easy to understand and relatable way.
June 2025
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Your guide was fantastic. He was very patient and helpful with our 3 young children.
May 2025
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An excellent private tour that is fully customisable. I left the tour to my guide Young, who was brilliant. He met me at my hotel and we first went to the Seoul Museum of History. Great place and the large city map is impressive. Next we hopped a bus to Namdaemun Market and wandered the labyrinth of small alleys and markets. Another bus to visit Bukchon Hanok village. This was a great insight into how Seoul use to look. We then wandered back to the city centre via an amazing Design Library, b Buddist temple and our final stop was Cheonggyecheon Stream. Great place to finish up. In all, a brilliant tour that can be taken at your pace.
May 2025
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Brilliant tour from Young. I left it up to him to decide where to go and what to see. Certainly made a great morning. Loved the Design Library the most as it was such a one off place to visit.
May 2025