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, 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. 

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 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 (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, 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
  • 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

    Perfect for my short layover! I was able to see many neighborhoods and sights in Seoul and sample different foods and local coffee specialties.

    January 2023

    Sally D

    We had an excellent visit of Seoul with Yujin today, she is a great tour guide, thanks,

    December 2022

    Andras C

    Yubin was very personable and informative. It was like hanging out with a friend and really appreciated her showing us Seoul. Made us wish we had more time to explore Seoul.

    December 2022

    Johnna M

    Sujeong made sure we didn’t waste much of the tour on traveling by keeping us in an accessible area. She was very knowledgeable and took lots of pics to document our tour. I had a great time!

    December 2022

    Laura H

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