Seoul

Kickstart your trip to Seoul

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City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5.0
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Kickstart your trip to Seoul

The perfect 3-hour experience for your first day in Seoul. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.

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What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Familiarise yourself with the best ways to navigate Seoul and learn how to use its transport systems
  • See the most famous attractions in the area you would like to explore
  • Get tips from your host about things to do during your stay
  • Ask any questions you have about exploring Seoul - its cultural practices, possible day trips and where to eat
  • Experience the real Seoul with your host. Guidebooks are heavy and overrated anyway!

What to know before you go

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

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Get yourself one of these to use on public transport, taxis but also as a method of payment at affiliated shopping centers and convenience stores
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalised experience
3 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)

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

Welcome to Seoul - you might be wondering, where on earth do I start? 

You’ll join one of our Seoul hosts as they help you orient yourself in the South Korean capital so you can venture forth in complete confidence.

Depending on what you’d like to do, they could help you get to grips with the stellar public transport system, take you around to a few sights, or cruise around a quirky neighborhood with you, showing you its highlights and local haunts.

Now would be a great time to ask any questions you have about exploring the city, and you’ll find your host to be a treasure trove of local knowledge.

Where to eat? They’ve got suggestions. Where to stay? They’ve got you covered. Any cultural dos and don’ts? They’ll help you out there too.

Consider this your one-stop shop on all things Seoul, and get ready to kickstart your trip in the best way possible!

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?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $94.4 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$94.4
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories
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Stroll Through History: A Joyful Journey

Stroll Through History: A Joyful Journey

Exploring History's Embrace: A Serene Day at the Palace

Exploring History's Embrace: A Serene Day at the Palace

Under the Majestic Roof: A Moment in Time

Under the Majestic Roof: A Moment in Time

Embracing Tradition in Vibrant Hanbok

Embracing Tradition in Vibrant Hanbok

Vibrant Day Out at Seoul's Historic Temple

Vibrant Day Out at Seoul's Historic Temple

A Stroll Through History: Timeless Elegance in Hanbok

A Stroll Through History: Timeless Elegance in Hanbok

Beneath Seoul's Skies: Captured Connections

Beneath Seoul's Skies: Captured Connections

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Playful Poses and Sky-High Adventures

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Dan Oct 2025

We had a private guided tour with guide, Jaen. He was very professional, efficient, and knowledgeable. He made some suggestions that we gladly accepted in order to maximize our sightseeing experience. In his pleasant ways, he gave us a broad overview of many sites and interesting areas of Seoul and provided us with valuable information that we would never have known about without his explanation. We would highly recommend this tour!

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Elizabeth Oct 2025

Jay packed a lot of information and two fun food stops into our tour. He was very kind, interesting and full of facts.

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Eufracio Oct 2025

Young was great he knows his stuff. We learned a lot about the colourful history of Korea. We had useful local tips as well which was very handy for first timers like us. Happy we started our holidays with this tour.

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Tracy Sep 2025

Great tour!

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Alex Sep 2025

We had some last minute change of plans and I could not go anymore, but our guide was able to accommodate everything and still make it a great experience for my friend. Thank you!

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Denise Sep 2025

GJ was so much fun! Very knowledgeable, flexible and easy to get on with. We had a a brilliant time and highly recommend her as a host.

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Dan, Oct 2025

We had a private guided tour with guide, Jaen. He was very professional, efficient, and knowledgeable. He made some suggestions that we gladly accepted in order to maximize our sightseeing experience. In his pleasant ways, he gave us a broad overview of many sites and interesting areas of Seoul and provided us with valuable information that we would never have known about without his explanation. We would highly recommend this tour!

Elizabeth, Oct 2025

Jay packed a lot of information and two fun food stops into our tour. He was very kind, interesting and full of facts.

Eufracio, Oct 2025

Young was great he knows his stuff. We learned a lot about the colourful history of Korea. We had useful local tips as well which was very handy for first timers like us. Happy we started our holidays with this tour.

Tracy, Sep 2025

Great tour!

Alex, Sep 2025

We had some last minute change of plans and I could not go anymore, but our guide was able to accommodate everything and still make it a great experience for my friend. Thank you!

Denise, Sep 2025

GJ was so much fun! Very knowledgeable, flexible and easy to get on with. We had a a brilliant time and highly recommend her as a host.