Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local
Must see Seoul with a local

What you'll do

You’ll meet up with your host and get sightseeing, making the most of the time you have 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 that now serve 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

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

  • 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!
  • Sample local food and drinks - whether you’re in the mood for Korean BBQ or street eats, your host knows just the place.
  • 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 (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • 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

    As a solo female traveler, I wanted to see and do many things around Seoul with minimal anxiety and peace of mind. This tour with Oki allowed me to do just that. Within 1-2 days after booking, City Unscripted will send you a questionnaire to gauge your interests/personality to find you a tour guide that you are more likely to vibe with. The tour guide will customize the itinerary based on your answers and will email you the tentative schedule 1-2 days prior to the tour date. Oki was amenable to my changes and offered suggestions of her own. She also gives you food recommendations and teaches you how to use the transportation system. I recommend doing this tour on the 1st-2nd day of your trip. Oki has a great personality and I learned a lot about her story, Korean culture, Korean etiquette, etc. She is very knowledgeable about Korea in general. If you want, you can jampack everything into the schedule and Oki will try her best to hit up all the spots. She is proficient in English, so there is little, if any, barrier with communication.

    June 2022

    Tiffany F

    She was super nice, and made the perfect program for me I had a great time

    June 2022

    Laurens W

    I had a wonderful day with Oki. She planed a really interesting day and showed me everything I wanted to see. Furthermore she knows so much about Korean history and about the places we visited. She also gave me many tips for making my trip easier. Especially for a introvert person like me, she was the perfect guide. Next time when I go to Korea I will definitely book a second tour with City unscripted! :)

    April 2022

    Jennifer F

    Ben is one of the nicest people I have met in South Korea! Our tour went the following way: I suggested an itinerary before we met, and Ben considered it in detail and gave his suggestions, so at the end it was just perfect! We started off with the main attractions - a brief stay at Gyeongbokgung Palace, in order to understand why it is important (I am staying in Seoul for a couple of months so visiting it was not a priority at that point for me). Then we moved on to the city gates, before heading to a couple of markets where we had some gimbap for breakfast. The conversations we had were very nice and Ben is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to languages and language structure. He's more than fit to be a teacher! All in all, perfect! Thank you once more

    October 2021

    Mihail M

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