Private Tour Guides In Seoul

Tailoring each experience to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top private tours in Seoul

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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Seoul Ultimate Korean food experience

Taste your way through 6-8 authentic Korean street foods, from savory dakkochi skewers to spicy topokki rice cakes, on a culinary journey with a local

$193 per person

4 hours

(49)

Historic Seoul: explore Bukchon Hanok Village

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Seoul Historic Seoul: explore Bukchon Hanok Village

Hanoks, secret courtyards and Changdeokgung Palace.

$200 per person

6 hours

(58)

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Seoul The vibrant market culture of Seoul

Dive into the vibrant market culture of Seoul, where street stalls and shopping centers abound with local goods, street food, and unique treasures

$138 per person

4 hours

(33)

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Seoul Ultimate Seoul street food experience

From kimbap to odeng, tteokbokki to twigm, get ready for a belly-busting, taste-bud tingling adventure through Seoul's street food scene

$162 per person

3 hours

(41)

Explore the lively streets of Hongdae, the coolest neighborhood in Seoul

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Seoul Explore the lively streets of Hongdae, the coolest neighborhood in Seoul

Explore Hongdae's vibrant university atmosphere, discover unique street art as you shop for unique items, and try delicious street food

$107 per person

3 hours

(98)

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Seoul Half day In Seoul with a local

4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!

$138 per person

4 hours

(387)

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Seoul A night in Seoul with a local

Explore Seoul after dark, guided by a local! Discover incredible city views along the Han River or mingle with the locals at a bar; it's up to you!

$147.5 per person

3 hours

(32)

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Seoul Hiking Seoul

From breathtaking views of the city to peaceful temples on summits, join your host on an adventure through the stunning landscape of vibrant Seoul

$262 per person

8 hours

(61)

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The best private guides and local insiders in Seoul

If you want the best private tour guides in Seoul to make your next trip to Korea’s electrifying capital totally unforgettable, look no further than City Unscripted. Our private tour guides in Seoul know everything there is to know about their high-octane hometown, and they’re ready to share all its highlights and hidden gems with travelers like you. There’s no better way to experience the city than with private tour guides in Seoul leading the way. From historic villages hidden just around the corner from steel-and-glass skyscrapers to an unrivaled pop culture scene, private tours in Seoul with us let you discover the spirit of the city in a way no guidebook could.

Meet some of our Seoul private guides

Rossi

Seoul

Tea drinking, book reading photographer with a taste for good food

Thomas

Seoul

Andrew

Seoul

Enthusiastic Seoul host with a passion for local cuisine, history, and insider tips to explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods.

GJ

Seoul

K-Food, K-culture, K-pop, K-Drama, K-Cosmetics and Critical history and social agenda

Paul

Seoul

Passionate Seoul host, and cultural enthusiast with deep insights into Seoul's traditions, history, and hidden gems.

Jeeseon

Seoul

Passionate Seoul host, and history buff with a passion for uncovering Seoul’s royal palaces, vibrant markets, and hidden cultural gems.

Hans

Seoul

Passionate Seoul host, unlocking the secrets of history and hidden gems on captivating tours.

Bergen

Seoul

Passionate Seoul host and explorer, unveiling the city's culinary treasures, natural wonders, and cultural gems, one adventure at a time.

Kevin

Seoul

Passionate Seoul host, with a passion for cultural diversity, Korean street food, history, markets, and cutting-edge technology, making every exploration an unforgettable adventure

Don

Seoul

Seoul's seasoned maestro, blending 40 years of city living with a knack for hidden gems, your go-to guide for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Korea's dynamic capital.

Seoul beyond the famous sights

Ask any of our private tour guides in Seoul, and they’ll tell you: many of the most exciting attractions in the city aren’t found on your top 10 travel list. Luckily, you won’t be limited to the top sights on personalized tours in this diverse city – our private tours in Seoul let you see it all. Between sights like Gyeongbok Palace and the frenetic Myeongdong shopping district, it’s easy to spend weeks exploring the must-see sights without even scratching the surface – but with our private guides in Seoul, you’ll get to see the hidden gems and holes-in-the-wall only locals know about.

Experiences tailored to you

It doesn’t matter which like-minded local host we pair you with – each of our passionate private tour guides in Seoul takes time to understand your personality and interests, so they can create a tour of the Korean capital tailored specifically to you. Simply choose from our range of exciting experiences, and we’ll do the rest! Whether you want to squeeze in top sights on our must-see experience, taste spicy Korean tteokbokki on our food tour, or soak up Korean culture on our “Explore artistic Insadong” tour, your experience will be 100% personalized by our private tour guides in Seoul.

Feel the true spirit of Seoul

With City Unscripted, you won’t be seeing Seoul like just any other traveler. Our private tour guides in Seoul act as your personal GPS, guidebook, and Google Translate. All these helpful tools mean no experience is off-limits, and our private tours in Seoul can take you wherever you want to go. Don’t worry about tangled public transport or indecipherable menus, because the best private tour guides in Seoul will happily take the lead and teach you how to navigate this sprawling city with ease. You won’t just set your trip up for success – you’ll also experience Seoul like a true local.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Wonderful experience and very customizable. Jay was an incredible guide and host. As a Seoul native, he knows the city so well and was full of knowledge about Korean history. He truly made us feel welcome and was very considerate of the pacing and what we wanted to see. Thank you so much Jay!

6 May 2026

Stacy M
GJ was our tour guide and she made our time with her count. She took us to so many places and we were able to see so much of Seoul. We traveled to the deoksugung palace, we played around in the Hikr Ground building and took some really fun pictures and videos, we saw city hall, insadong, bukchong hanok village, king sejong statue, and Namsam Park where we left our love lock momento on the tower wall. In 4 hours we were treated to so much history and Korean culture. I highly recommend this tour and our tour guide if you’re ever traveling to Seoul and want to see the sights in a short amount of time!

6 May 2026

Kelly F
We had a lovely morning with GJ, and covered so much ground that would have taken us days to do alone. Her insights and commentary made the morning an excellent introduction to Seoul.

7 May 2026

Joanne C
Andrew was an outstanding host! Has knowledge of Seoul is exceptional, he speaks excellent English and he worked hard to put together a customized itinerary tailored to our interests. He is also highly personable and it was a pleasure spending time with him. We highly recommend Andrew.

4 May 2026

George J

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Doug was fantastic! He took us to some obscure and very cool gin distilleries and establishments, with some Edinburgh history woven in along the way. We really enjoyed the time walking around the city, and great conversation! Thank you, Doug!

Donna

Regene is the best! Personable, friendly, and patient with two old ladies who had no idea what they wanted to see. Regene took us to 1. Chi Lin Nunnery, a stunning contrast to the towering skyscrapers of Hong Kong. Serenity in the middle of the city, beautiful. 2. Villain hitting, where we got to experience an iconic Hong Kong ritual. A little slice of drama that yes, did bring me luck because I fiund some treasures shopping in 3. Causeway Bay. Thanks to Regene we had a great night in Hong Kong.