experiences with city insiders]
How it works

1. find and book
Find and book an experience or browse our Host's profiles and book your favourite one directly

2. tell us about you
We'll send a questionnaire to find out more about you, the places and things you want to see and the type of experience you're after

3. chat & plan
We'll match you to your ideal Host (if you didn't book one directly) and they'll contact you to plan your personalised experience.

4. explore together
Meet up and explore the city together. Experience the things and places that locals love and which make the city unique

Personalised Experiences In Seoul
Find and book an experience and we'll personalise it for you or get in touch if you'd like us to plan an alternative experience
Seoul Recommendations
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6 Essential Tips For Travelling In Seoul
A sprawling metropolis which is alive and kicking literally 24 hours a day, Seoul is one of the most vibrant and culturally rich cities in Asia. But visiting somewhere where few people speak English can seem like a da... Read More
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The Best Places To Stay In Seoul
Seoul is truly the soul of South Korea. In this exciting city you’ll find exotic things to do to suit every interest and hobby, from admiring traditional Korean architecture and art crafts, walking through buzzi... Read More
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The Best Time Of The Year To Visit Seoul
by Kathryn Foley
If you’re planning a visit to South Korea, of course you can't miss visiting its capital. But with four... Read More
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Top 10 Things To Do In Insadong, Seoul
For centuries, Insadong has been at the heart of Seoul’s artistic identity. This neighbourhood is a fascinating blend of tradition and modernity, but despite a rapid modernisation in recent years has clung on to... Read More
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Top 10 Local Things To Do In Seoul
By Yujin Choi
Are you looking for unique things to do in Seoul? The capital of South Korea is full of hidden gems - you just have to get off the beaten path a little bit to discover secret spots, hipster t... Read More
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10 things to do with kids in Seoul
By Yujin Choi, the local of 10 years who loves Seoul’s natural beauty and exploring traditional Korean culture
Travelling with your child is a pre... Read More -
Top 10 Places to Eat Like a Local in Seoul
By Yujin Choi, the local of 10 years who loves Seoul’s natural beauty and exploring traditional Korean culture
Travelling around any new country is always a fascinating experience, but discovering a... Read More -
10 Hidden gems in Seoul
By Margarita, a student of the Korean language who has been living as an expat in S... Read More
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A Local's Guide to Gangnam Seoul
By Margarita Maslova, a student of the Korean language who has been exploring this fast paced Asian city and its most luxurious neighbourhood, Gangnam, for 6 years.<... Read More
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Best things to do in Seoul at night
By Margarita Maslova, who is originally from Moscow, Russia, but has... Read More
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What to do in Seoul in 2 Days - 48 Hours Itinerary
There are so many good reasons to visit Korea; kimchi, soju, food too spicy or too cute to eat (sometimes both) and of course the fastest internet in the world. It might seem like an insurmountable task to tackle this... Read More
Our Amazing Seoul Hosts
Handpicked and interviewed by us, our Hosts are all interesting, cultured and from a variety of backgrounds
Not sure which Local to book? We know each of our Locals individually, so leave it to us to find the Local who best matches your interests, personality and requirements. Simply book below and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours to find out more about you so we can choose a like-minded Local who can create an experience in Seoul that you will love. Alternatively, contact us directly at bookings@cityunscripted.com to let us know the proposed details of your trip so we can find the perfect Local for you!
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Your Perfect Local Is Great For
Food & Drink, High-end travellers, LGBTQ, Off-the-beaten-path, Nightlife, Senior travellers, Solo travellers, Children and families, Young adults
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Languages
English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, Hindi, Italian, German, Dutch
I'm a trilingual native Korean from Gwang-ju(South-west city). I love Seoul and its cultural advantages in fashion, literature, music, vintage markets and all kinds of un-useful but artsy, cool and exciting things. Very romantic at heart but also very practical as well. On the other hands, easy going and down to earth, friendly person who would put efforts to make your trip very personal, special and unforgettable. Looking forward to having great travel partners in Seoul
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Girin Is Great For
History and culture, Off-the-beaten-path, Solo travellers, Young adults
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Languages
English, Spanish, Korean
I have been living in Seoul for 10years so I can introduce many hidden places And I can communicate well with foreigners with smile. I want to explore the beautiful nature and traditional korea with travellers.
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Yujin Is Great For
Food & Drink, Senior travellers, Solo travellers, Children and families
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Languages
English, Korean
My major back in college days centered around Korean contemporary history, which ranges from North-South Korean conflicts, to a rapid socio-economic development for the last 60 years. One exciting thing I can offer to you about Seoul is the profound and complicated Modern Korean history and how that has shaped Korean people including myself. Among these turbulent days surrounding North-South Korea interaction, I am very confident that I can be the perfect host for a specific location - War Memorial Museum - a hidden gem that is only known to few tourists. The main motivation for being a local tour guide is not just money, but pure enjoyment from interaction with people of different countries! In this spirit, I am willing to do only few hours. Please don't hesitate to contact me, if you have any lingering questions about the tour itinerary!
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Chan Is Great For
Food & Drink, High-end travellers, LGBTQ, Nightlife, Senior travellers
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Languages
English, Korean