Bukchon Hanok Village Seoul Walking Tour with Audioguide
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
The TouringBee audio guide is a convenient mobile assistant for independent excursions around Seoul. This tour is specially designed to introduce you to Bukchon Hanok Village in 2–3 hours. Just follow the route on the app map to walk through the most picturesque streets of the village. You will learn about: the structure of a traditional Korean hanok house and the mythical creatures that guard it; the crafts in which Koreans surpassed their powerful Chinese neighbours and much more.
Once the tour is downloaded, the app operates offline. The audio guide can be clearly heard through your headphones at all times. Enjoy captivating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group.
If you only have a few hours to spare in Seoul, spend it with a TouringBee audio guide in the Bukchon Hanok Village. Immerse yourself in Korean history and culture and create unforgettable memories.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The audio guide is available through a mobile app for iOS and Android
Entry tickets to the museums and workshops are not included and must be purchased separately
The tour does not cover all sights in Bukchon Hanok Village
This is a self-guided tour, you will need to download the audio guide mobile app, activate your purchase, and follow the route on the app's map (without a human guide)
The audio guide can be accessed at any time. The date and time provided during checkout are merely approximate
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Unhyeongung Palace is a small yet historically rich royal residence in central Seoul, once home to Heungseon Daewongun, the regent and father of King Gojong. Unlike the grander royal palaces, Unhyeongung offers an intimate glimpse into Joseon-era noble life, with modestly scaled buildings, elegant courtyards, and restored living quarters. Here, court intrigue mingled with Confucian simplicity. It's less about spectacle, more about atmosphere — a quiet pocket of the past tucked among busy streets, where you can almost hear silk rustling across stone.
Bukchon Traditional Culture Center
The Bukchon Traditional Culture Center is a welcoming gateway into the heart of Korean heritage, located within a beautifully preserved hanok in the Bukchon Hanok Village. Operated by the city of Seoul, it offers visitors hands-on experiences like calligraphy, tea ceremonies, hanbok try-ons, and traditional crafts. Staff provide historical context about Bukchon and its architecture, making it a perfect first stop before wandering the alleys. It's not just a museum — it’s a living space where the past is practiced, not just remembered.
What‘s Included
22 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian
One-year access to the tour in your preferred language
Audio guide app for iPhone and Android
Illustrations to recognise landmarks
Offline map featuring a route for easy GPS navigation
In-person tour guide
Smartphone and Headphones
Entry Tickets
Transportation
Food and Beverages
Options
English
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A personal tour that cost me 2 coffees!
ankeyoa,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a blast using this audio guide app for my walk around the village. The app itself is super easy to navigate. I downloaded the tour and followed the map around. The audio quality was amazing. No rushing to keep up with anyone, just me exploring at my own pace. I liked that I could pause and rewind anytime since my attention span is short :)) The tour itself is really fun. You walk through the prettiest streets, check out historic places, and hear cool stories about history and even some legends. One of my favorite was the Observatory, the view of all the old rooftops against Seoul’s skyline is just amazing. If you’ve got a couple of hours, this is perfect. Feels like having a personal guide in your pocket, and honestly, it made wandering around so much more interesting.
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