Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge

What you'll do

You’ll meet up with your host and get sightseeing, making the most of your time in South Korea’s capital. You could follow the crowd and see glamorous Gangnam from the top of the Lotte World Tower (all 1820ft of it) or head down to the street level to take in the epic scale of malls like COEX, and the sheer luxury of Apgujeong, the most expensive slice of Seoul’s sultriest suburb.

You’ll also discover culinary hotspots like Itaewon, where the world’s favorite flavors fuse along Gyeongnidan Street, a thriving hub of multinational cuisine. If you’d prefer to head off the beaten path, why not ask your host to take you to hidden gems like Sangsu, where indie vibes meet pub crawls and street food?

Where you’ll go

You’ll experience Seoul’s vibrant culture in iconic areas like Bukchon Hanok Village, a reconstructed 15th-century suburb famed for its cultural value and rustic tea shops, or you could opt for the glitz and glam of more modern districts like Gangnam, a pop-culture parade of the highest order, where the who’s who of Korean glitterati come out to play.

Your host will also lead you to hidden gems like Ikseon, a burgeoning hipster hangout lined with 100-year-old homes now serving as trendy boutiques and classy cafes. See icons of futuristic South Korean architecture in the city center before kicking back and savoring some local street food at Myeongdong market, surrounded by the biggest brand names in the world.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

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

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • See Seoul at its authentic best with the help of an insightful local host.
  • Visit 10 of the city’s most iconic sights in just one day.
  • From Gangnam to Bukchon Hanok Village, discover Seoul’s top spots, with a local insider leading the way!
  • Get recommendations from your host for local food and drinks such as Korean BBQ or delicious street eats.
  • Fill up on handy tips from your host on how best to spend the rest of your time in Seoul.

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalised experience
  • 8 hours with a host
  • Walking experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

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

    GJ (Jee Eun) was the best - she is super friendly and personable, very knowledgeable, and has lots of energy for taking people around the city. I told her what I was interested in and about me, and she took that and turned it into a whole city wide loop to hit all my highlights. She even gave recommendations for what I should do in the next couple days while I'm in Seoul. Highly recommend booking with GJ and doing this tour. I did it on my first day in Korea, which helped both familiarize myself with the city and getting around and fight the jetlag.

    May 2023

    Nicole H

    It was raining during the entire tour, that did not stop us. We did something different and decided to go to China town in Incheon. Iona new the history which made it even more enjoyable.. Iona was very knowledgeable and very friendly.

    May 2023

    Katherine N

    Sujeong was awesome, she showed us all the interesting places we wanted to see. It was a great experience walking with her thru the amazing city of Seoul. We can highly recommend her

    January 2023

    Verena K

    Sujeong was absolutely incredible! She spent Christmas with us, was so kind and flexible and she was so intelligent and showed us so much of Seoul in one day!!

    December 2022

    Kelsey H

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