Icons & Secrets
5.0 (132)

Full day In Seoul with a local

8 hours English
5.0 (132)
100% Personalized

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!

Bella
Bella
Jun
Jun

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

8 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Starbucks 109 Jae-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalised experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs (can be arranged at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Spend a day with a local host who will tailor a personalized itinerary to your specific interests.
  • See Seoul’s most popular attractions and discover secret spots off the beaten path.
  • Gain valuable insight into local life from your host as you wander the streets of this metropolis.
  • Sample delicious local food and drinks at a local eatery or at authentic street food vendors.
  • Discover the highlights and hotspots of the neighborhoods you choose to explore.
  • Pick your host’s brain for tips on how to make the most of the rest of your stay.

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James 11 May 2026

Andrew was wonderful! He knew so much about Seoul and made us feel like we were locals

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Ronald 28 April 2026

I had an outstanding experience today with my tour guide, Andrew. He was prompt and perfectly on time, which set a great tone for the entire day. His English is excellent, and he speaks multiple languages fluently, making communication effortless. Andrew lives here in Seoul and is extremely well educated, which really shows in the depth of his knowledge. He provided thoughtful insight into the city, which is home to nearly 25 million people, and shared details that you simply wouldn’t get on a typical tour. He is highly adept at navigating both private taxis and public transportation, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and efficiently. What truly sets him apart is his understanding of the nuances of touring—he knows exactly where to go, when to go, and how to make the experience feel personalized rather than routine. Beyond his expertise, Andrew is warm, engaging, and genuinely hospitable. He made the entire experience enjoyable and effortless. I would highly recommend him.

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Gian 8 April 2026

Bergen Park crafted an amazing tour of Seoul, perfectly combining hidden gems with must-see highlights! Excellent job!

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Catherine 7 April 2026

Chris took us on a journey through Korea’s long and storied history. At our request, he focused on historical and cultural aspects. We left with an understanding of how Shamanism, Confucianism, and Buddhism are significant in the lives and worldviews or Koreans today. We would highly recommend Chris if you want a deep dive into Korean history and culture.

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Fatma 18 March 2026

Great experience! The tour was very well organized and gave us the chance to see not only the most beautiful highlights of Seoul but also some hidden places we would never have discovered on our own. Bergen Park was an amazing guide—very knowledgeable, friendly, and he shared many interesting stories about the city and its culture. He also took the time to take beautiful photos of us and shared them afterwards, which made the experience even more special—like having a personal photographer throughout the tour. The whole experience felt very personal and relaxed, not rushed at all. I highly recommend this tour, especially with Bergen, to anyone visiting Seoul who wants to experience the city like a local.

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Mark 16 March 2026

We had a great day exploring Seoul with our guide, Hans. We would have been lost without his assistance. He was very knowledgeable and friendly, He tailored the walk to our wishes. A very memorable time.

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What you’ll do

Discover Seoul’s beautiful blend of ancient and modern with your host, from Dongdaemun Design Plaza, the city’s visually brilliant fashion centerpiece, to its intriguing collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Changdeokgung, the Korean capital’s iconic East Palace.

You could munch on spicy tteokbokki rice cakes in Myeongdong, a colorful shopping district famed for its authentic street food, or chill out under the trees in Namsan Park, from where you can see the iconic N Seoul Tower.

Maybe lose yourself in the whirlwind of glitzy Gangnam and its luxury boutiques and K-Pop obsession, or if you’re craving some more culture, you could also explore Jongno, the city’s ancient heart that houses several palaces and many other relics.

Real Stories, Real Connections

Lost in a sweet moment amid Seoul's love locks.

Lost in a sweet moment amid Seoul's love locks.

Strolling through Seoul's historic hanok village under a bright blue sky.

Strolling through Seoul's historic hanok village under a bright blue sky.

A quiet moment outside a traditional Korean room in Seoul.

A quiet moment outside a traditional Korean room in Seoul.

Traditional hanboks bring vibrant colors to the palace courtyard scene.

Traditional hanboks bring vibrant colors to the palace courtyard scene.

Discovering peaceful corners in the heart of Seoul.

Discovering peaceful corners in the heart of Seoul.

Sharing smiles and tradition over tea in a cozy Seoul café.

Sharing smiles and tradition over tea in a cozy Seoul café.

Smiles shared while discovering authentic Korean flavors together.

Smiles shared while discovering authentic Korean flavors together.

A cheerful moment with vivid colors and laughter in Seoul.

A cheerful moment with vivid colors and laughter in Seoul.

Joyful faces amidst Seoul's dazzling displays of tradition.

Joyful faces amidst Seoul's dazzling displays of tradition.

Visitors exploring Seoul's charming streets lined with decorations.

Visitors exploring Seoul's charming streets lined with decorations.

Exploring Seoul's street art with a touch of playful youth.

Exploring Seoul's street art with a touch of playful youth.

Standing in traditional attire, he explores a historic Seoul village.

Standing in traditional attire, he explores a historic Seoul village.

A surprise encounter with tradition outside Seoul's majestic gates.

A surprise encounter with tradition outside Seoul's majestic gates.

Enjoying a vibrant day dressed in traditional attire in Seoul.

Enjoying a vibrant day dressed in traditional attire in Seoul.

Posing in colorful hanboks beneath Seoul's grand palace architecture.

Posing in colorful hanboks beneath Seoul's grand palace architecture.

Strolling through Seoul's charming alleys on a cloudy afternoon.

Strolling through Seoul's charming alleys on a cloudy afternoon.

Enjoying a rainy day at Seoul's historic Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Enjoying a rainy day at Seoul's historic Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Riding the escalator beside a wall of endless stories in Seoul.

Riding the escalator beside a wall of endless stories in Seoul.

Laughing beneath a massive gold sculpture in bustling Seoul.

Laughing beneath a massive gold sculpture in bustling Seoul.

Admiring the intricate details of Seoul's traditional architecture under a vivid sky.

Admiring the intricate details of Seoul's traditional architecture under a vivid sky.

Strolling along Seoul's traditional hanok village under a bright sky.

Strolling along Seoul's traditional hanok village under a bright sky.

Wearing a hanbok, she enjoys the serene beauty of Seoul.

Wearing a hanbok, she enjoys the serene beauty of Seoul.

Admiring the vibrant palace architecture from centuries past in Seoul.

Admiring the vibrant palace architecture from centuries past in Seoul.

Taking in the grandeur of a historic Seoul palace under a vast sky.

Taking in the grandeur of a historic Seoul palace under a vast sky.

Exploring Seoul's historic temples on a sunny day adventure.

Exploring Seoul's historic temples on a sunny day adventure.