Seoul
Half day In Seoul with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
5.0
(310)
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!
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 locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat 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 mostWhat 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?
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See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Valeria
May 2025
Thank you for the kind support! My tour was simply perfect!
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Richard
May 2025
Very good tour!
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Candice
May 2025
I enjoyed my tour. My tour guide was very friendly and informative. I actually felt I was have a day out in Seoul with a long-time friend!
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Sumie
May 2025
We enjoyed our tour with Andrew immensely. He was a knowledgeable and engaging guide and took us to see many sights in Seoul by foot, buses, and subway trains. He knew how to avoid crowds, which we appreciated. We enjoyed his company and got a nice overview of the city and the history.
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Craig
May 2025
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.
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Richard
May 2025
Good in depth tour of Korean highlights, guide gave lots of context and insight into what we were looking at.
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