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

What you'll do

In modern-day Seoul, past collides with present creating a unique fusion of tradition and technology. You’ll get the chance to explore both sides of the coin with the pop-culture-driven high-life in Gangnam, where South Korea’s rich and famous strut their stuff, and the rich history of Bukchon Hanok Village, where ancient Korean culture has been frozen in time in a living museum. Your guide could lead you to the areas at the heart of Seoul, like those around Jongno-3-ga Station, where fortune tellers and public parks create a uniquely South Korean atmosphere, or you could visit the outskirts of the city in Seongdong, where the banks of the Han River host the magnificent Seoul Forest. 

Where you’ll go

Follow your host’s tips and enjoy the best of traditional and modern Seoul in areas like Songpa, where hundreds of public parks pepper the urban landscape in the shadow of the colossal Lotte World Tower. You’ll also get to discover hidden gems like Sangsu, Seoul’s hipster hangout, where an array of trendy haunts like Jebi Dabang attract the city’s artists and intellectuals with live music and 70s nostalgia. West of the iconic Gyeongbok Palace, you’ll find Seochon, an area rich in Korean culture, history, and the organized chaos of Tongin Market, where you can dig into authentic street food like sweet hodduk pancakes and spicy kimchi-ppang pork dumplings, washed down with traditional soju liquor. Who could say no to that?

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 4 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Spend half a day exploring the real Seoul with your host, who will create a customized itinerary just for you.
  • Visit popular city icons and head off the guidebook-beaten bath to discover Seoul’s hidden gems.
  • Immerse yourself in the simultaneously traditional and modern atmospheres of the districts you visit.
  • See locals-only Seoul and indulge in authentic cuisine recommended by your host.
  • Make the most of your host’s knowledge and plan the rest of your stay in South Korea’s capital.

Things to know

What’s included

  • 100% private & personalised experience
  • 4 hours with a host
  • Walking experience ( if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options )
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations).

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Had a wonderful experience on this tour! Oki was my tour guide and she met me at the Seoul station as soon as I landed off the airport. I got lost and she was super helpful with directions and helped me check in my bag! We were able to see the Seoul palace, the hanbok village, and Oki recommended a few coffee shops that my friend and I ended up going to after the tour ended. Very flexible and curated experience to whatever you wanted to see in Seoul. Definitely recommend for a first day experience to get familiar with Seoul!

    September 2022

    Julia M

    Oki was warm and friendly and very knowledgeable. She made my tour wonderful. She was able to personalize my tour based upon what I wanted to see and do. I appreciate the flexibility.

    August 2022

    Alexander H

    Wonderful tour by an amazing guide and local! Had such an incredible time on this tour, highlighted all of the major attractions in Seoul. Loved it!

    September 2022

    Naz H

    I had four hours to see Seoul before leaving to catch my onward flight. Sujeong Kim met me at my hotel right after breakfast, and showed me some lovely old neighbourhoods, a Buddhist temple, and the main palace. At my request, we travelled by foot and public bus. Sujeong’s English is excellent, and she is very knowledgeable about the history of her country and her city. I couldn’t have had a better guide and will seek her out again when I return to explore more about this great city and beautiful country.

    September 2022

    Linda R

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