Day Tour of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Starfield Waujeongsa Temple
Overview
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Come join our Suwon Tour where you can explore 4 main destinations in Suwon and Gyeonggido in a day!
Starting from two convenient meet-up locations in Seoul, enjoy Waujeongsa Temple, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library, and Hanbok Wearing Experience Center. We will drop you off back in Seoul at the end of tour.
Waujeongsa Temple’s features various statues and sculptures, including a giant stone Buddha sitting on a lotus pedestal, a stone pagoda, and a stone bell.
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage site and attracts tourists worldwide who come to appreciate its historical significance and architectural beauty.
Starfield Library is a must-visit photo spot. Take amazing photos in this space where magnificent bookshelves unfold in a beautiful landscape.
Lastly, at the Hanbok Wearing Experience Center, it shows the process of making Gim(dried laver) and you can buy them as souvenirs. Kimbap making & Hanbok wearing experiences are also included.
Don't miss out!
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The type of vehicle can be changed depending on the number of participants.
Please make sure of the option(meeting location & departure time) you selected.
This tour requires a certain amount of walking at Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield, and the temple.
Please discuss the size & number of your luggage in advance, if you are going to bring yours.
The Drop-off time is subject to weather and traffic conditions on the day of tour.
At the end of your tour, if you want to go back to Hongik Univ. Station, please take subway line 2 at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Kimbap Making Experience & Hanbok Wearing Experience at Hanbok Wearing Experience Center
An English-speaking guide/driver
Air-contioned, round-transfers between destinations
Meals & Other private expenses
Gratuities
Dropping off at Hongik Univ. Station at the end of your tour
What To Expect
Seoul
Departing from the meeting points to Waujeongsa Temple.
Waujeongsa Temple
Arriving at Waujeongsa Temple, a peaceful Buddhist sanctuary established in 1970. Experience the tranquility of Korean Buddhist culture and admire the temple's unique features, including over 3,000 Buddha statues from around the world and the massive golden Buddha head at the entrance.
Options
Group Tour: MD St. Ex4
Departing from Myeongdong St. : Group Tour, departing from Myeongdong St. Exit 4.
Starting point:
Paris Baguette Myeongdong Station Namsan, 118 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Group Tour: Hongik Univ. St.
Departing from Hongik Unv. St.: Group Tour, departing from Subway Line 2 Hongik Univ. Station Exit 8(outside)
Starting point:
Starbucks Hongik University Station Exit 8, 166 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Reviews
47 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful day trip
Robyn W,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful day with our guide/ driver Sean Kim. We had a small group of 7, enjoying the sights and learning about the history of Suwon. Sean was helpful, informative and very friendly and went out of his way to make our day an enjoyable one.
Day trip to Suwon fortress
AnastaM,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience on our day trip to Suwon with our guide, Patrick. Communication before the trip was timely and clear, and the pick-up process went very smoothly. Patrick was an excellent and knowledgeable guide who shared fascinating insights about the history and culture of the area. We truly enjoyed the day and would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Korea.
Kimpa making and Hanbok experience
Seaside60978175340,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This time, I couldn't choose the words I was used to, so I couldn't understand them a little, but they made it simple and helpful.
Nice trip
Excursion599455,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice experience ! Andrew is very careful to the clients, he knows a lot of information about history ! I recommend him and of course the visit.
My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour especially the Waujeongsa Temple. It's so serene and beautiful.
669fela,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sean Kim was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and gave us useful insights. Will definitely recommend it to friends.
Sean Kim is the best tour guide we’ve ever had!
ttL2799OB,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a wonderful experience with our day tour guide, Sean Kim! From the start, he was incredibly pleasant, knowledgeable, and accommodating, making us feel comfortable and welcomed throughout the day. He had a wealth of information to share, bringing history and culture to life in such an engaging way. What impressed us most was his patience and flexibility—he made sure everyone in our group was taken care of and that we enjoyed the tour at our own pace. Thanks to him, we were able to see and learn so much more than we ever expected. Truly an outstanding guide who went above and beyond to make our day memorable. Highly recommend!
A Great Trip
Vacation06385248151,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to our guide Sean Kim! He arranged a great trip for us, and helped me take many precious photos during the visit. The places are really worth going, and the temple, the library, the museum and the historic site all give me an amazing impression!
Map of Suwon hotels
Simona G,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew was very good, prepared and always available to answer our questions. Super recommended to discover a new part of Korea. Thank you!
Suwon
E2606MOnoemim,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew was great! The tour was well organized and super interesting. He explained the history of the Suwon Fortress really well. I highly recommend this tour!
Recommended tour and tour guide
EiderGo,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew is a great tour guide. He is nice, attentive and he has answered all the questions. His explanations about the different historical sites have been complete and informative. We totally recommend this tour.
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