Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours 5.0
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Half day In Seoul with a local

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!

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What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • 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.

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

100% private & personalised experience
4 hours with a host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations).

What’s not included

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

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

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.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

In modern-day Seoul, the past collides with the 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. 

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

Real Stories, Real Connections

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Yael Jun 2025

Had a great 4 hour private walking tour. Jay was friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. Showed me a number of key sites, and we walked through multiple neighborhoods. The advantage of the private tour was we got to go at my speed (probably a bit faster than most tourist groups), which was great. Highly recommend.

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Charlotte Jun 2025

Jeeseon is such a wonderful tour guide! We booked the 4 hour tour, and we saw a mixture of old and new Seoul. Stopping for lunch at a Korean BBQ restaurant was great and the day was the best way to spend my birthday that I could have asked for!

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Shelvey Jun 2025

GJ personalized our experience to cover locations we were not already seeing from another tour we were already participating in the day prior. She was very kind, high energy and great at taking photos. She even brought us frozen waters for 4 of us and gave the kids snacks during the bus rides. Great experience!

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Sara Jun 2025

Paul was an excellent guide who gave us a real insight into Korean culture. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is looking at understanding the cultural site of Korea,

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Jean Jun 2025

Loved how knowledgeable GJ was. She crafted a tour based on what we like and taught us history!

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Deborah Jun 2025

This personalized tour exceeded all expectations! We visited iconic spots like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Jogyesa Temple—each brought to life by our fantastic guide, who was not only friendly and welcoming but also incredibly knowledgeable. Her insights added so much depth to each location, and she made sure the experience felt tailored just for us. What made the tour extra special were the hidden gems she introduced us to—places we never would have discovered on our own. She really took the time to show us both the highlights and the local secrets. This included finding the “cookies” with the circle, square, triangle, and umbrella shapes from Squid Games. We ended the tour at a bustling local market, where she kindly helped us order lunch before saying goodbye. A perfect blend of culture, history, and local flavor—highly recommended!

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