Seoul : Essential History Walking Tour for Visitor

Gahoe-dong, Seoul



What do Koreans value most in our society? This is the essence of histories that shaped Korean society and people. Walk through modern & traditional spots. Gain the perspectives of real locals.

Highlights

  • Gwanghwamun Square - Learn about Symbol of Korean ideology, Confucianism
  • US Embassy - See History of America influencing Korean's attitude and cultures
  • Samchungdong - Retro street. Reveal stories of early retirement culture
  • Bukchon Hanok village - Feel the tension of development and preservation.
  • Collage of North Korea - Understand Korean's view about North Korea

Description

Want to Learn more about Korea? This is 2 hours walking tour to undertstand South Korea! Join us to uncover the real & unique cultures of Korean society most visitors never encounter! Stroll the Gwanghwamun area, the city center over 600 years. History majored guide June will visit traditional & modern local spots - Gwanghwamun Square, charming Samchungdong street and alleyways, traditional Bukchon Hanok village, and even Collage of North Korean Studies. At the each stop, I will show hidden stories those shaped modern Korean society & people. What are things the society values? What’s our opinions about North Korea, Japan, America? I will connect dots from history to everyday life cultures like Korean’s age hierarchy, thriving coffee culture, Korean Spa culture and more. After the tour, you will see what issues the society is sensitive about. Contents are very easy to understand and walk is easy. This will be a perfect way to deepen your insights about South Korea.

Includes

English guide

Important Information

  • We are walking for 2hours outside. There are few hills on the way. If you can't handle 2h of walking, it's hard to join.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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