Hi, I’m Ruth

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Seoul
Ruth

Hi, I’m Ruth

(12)

I’ve lived in Seoul for 23 years

I speak English, Mandarin, Korean

I am Contractor

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Hello, I'm Jihyun, but everyone calls me Ruth. I'm your local host in Seoul. What I love most about this vibrant city is its cultural richness, mouthwatering cuisine, efficient public transportation, and K-Pop pulse and entertainment. With its diverse neighborhoods and innovative technology, Seoul truly offers something for everyone. One of my favorite pastimes in Seoul is exploring its culinary scene. Every weekend, I embark on a quest to discover the finest eateries in every city corner. Whether you're craving traditional Korean dishes or international flavors, I'll guide you to the hidden gems. My passion for history takes me to Seoul's historic sites, like Gyeongbokgung and Jogyesa Temple. I find visiting these places to be a fascinating journey through heritage and architecture. I can't wait to show you Seoul like a true local. See you soon!

My knowledge & interests

Hosts graduation Tourist Hosts expertise Food Hosts expertise Drinks Hosts expertise Nature / outdoors Hosts expertise Shopping Hosts expertise Photography Hosts expertise Architecture Hosts expertise Culture & customs Hosts expertise Music
Street food Local cuisine Desserts Food markets Fine dining Unique & unusual foods Theater Cinema Art galleries & museums Street art Parks Gardens Wildlife Hikes Economic history Social history Religious history Cityscape photography Street photography Modern architecture Classical architecture Wine Third wave coffee Local beers Artisanal tea High-end fashion boutiques Department stores Vintage shops Street markets Traditional culture Popular culture Religious customs Lifestyle culture Gourmet food Vegetarian food Vegan food Traditional drinks Painting Performance art Art history Thrift stores Second-hand markets Bookstores Music stores Wildlife photography Food photography Fashion photography Night photography Nature photography Classical music Pop music Jazz music Rock music Traditional music Hip-hop R&B Indie music
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Experiences I love to host

Half day In Seoul with a local
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Half day In Seoul with a local Half day

4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!

$138.6 per person

4 hours

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Ultimate Korean food experience
City Unscripted Original

Ultimate Korean food experience Food & Drink

Taste your way through 6-8 authentic Korean street foods, from savory dakkochi skewers to spicy topokki rice cakes, on a culinary journey with a local

$193.6 per person

4 hours

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The vibrant market culture of Seoul
City Unscripted Original

The vibrant market culture of Seoul Shopping

Dive into the vibrant market culture of Seoul, where street stalls and shopping centers abound with local goods, street food, and unique treasures

$138.6 per person

4 hours

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Big Ben to Tower Bridge
City Unscripted Original

Full day In Seoul with a local Full day

The Seoul you want to experience in a day! See the main sites, taste the diverse food scene or go off the tourist trail. It's totally up to you!

$254.1 per person

8 hours

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    Ruth was an excellent guide & also quick to adjust for our 2nd day in the pouring rain. We had a great time with her learning about Seoul. She is a good representative of the country!

    May 2024

    Torey T

    Ruth was an excellent guide & also quick to adjust for our 2nd day in the pouring rain. We had a great time with her learning about Seoul. She is a good representative of the country!

    May 2024

    Torey T

    Had a fantastic first ever visit to Seoul thanks to our guide, Ruth, who was very informative, conscientious, flexible with our interests and itinerary and fun. Went to some great spots we would not have discovered on our own and was very helpful with some great suggestions for future points of interest after our tour was over.

    April 2024

    Leslay F

    We had Ruth show us around the main sights as we only had 1 night I'm Korea. Ruth was so passionate about the city , the history and took us to so many places. We had street food and Korean BBQ. We will definitely tour with Ruth when we are back in Seoul. It was a great end to our trip. Thank you so much :)

    April 2024

    Laura M

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