Discover Seoul: Local Life and History

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

WELCOME TO SEOUL.

At the forefront of fashion and technology yet deeply traditional, Seoul brings together palaces, temples, avant-garde design, and mountain trails.

On our tour, we will discover a fascinating mix of old and new, traditional culture with contemporary attractions.

We are going to explore the Gwanghwamun and Jongno-gu areas.

The focus of attention in this area, and probably in the entire city, is the royal palace of Seoul Gyeongbokgung. To continue our walking circuit through some of the best palaces, Confucian shrines, and Buddhist temples in Seoul, it will be like a trip to the time of the Joseon dynasty.

On the way, we will visit traditional tea houses, galleries, bars, and craft shops among its labyrinthine streets full of Hanoks.

We will give you the best tips on where to drink and eat such as the famous Korean beer chicken among others.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

tour guide

local street food

What To Expect

Seoul City Hall

We will start visiting Seoul city hall a great introduction to Seoul's History. (Some Tuesday it might be closed)

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Gwanghwamun Square

We will explore Gwanghwamun avenue, the main avenue of Seoul visiting its history and attractions

35 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Discover Seoul: Local Life and History

Reviews

4.58

53 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Definitely do this!!
Jennifer P,
Apr 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We have a layover in Incheon airport and decided to take advantage of it. We were so impressed with Seoul and our tour guide that we will come back and make a trip just to there. The tea house he took us to was the best experience.
FANTASTIC PRIVATE VISIT TO SEOUL
475vivianai,
Feb 28, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00
We took a two days private tour. The tour was really amazing!! We visited not only historical places but the "daily life" places from Seoul. Learned a lot! The guides were so polite, and dedicated, they respected our times and interests, made our days... fantastic days!
Wonderful experience with Mortour in Seoul
derina44,
Aug 1, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing time on Seoul under the impeccable guidance of Moises from Mortour. Great correspondence prior to my arrival with proper plans on place and just really detailed and great guidance over multiple days. It was a pleasure to spend time with Moises and being introduced to all the wonders of Seoul. Unforgettable experience. Thank you Moises.
Essential to know Seoul
JuanPegasus,
Jul 3, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
Tour very complete, knowing the most important. Moi knows Seoul well, and that shows. It translates into a tour where you visit the essentials of the city , and puts some added value with some corner / place less visited and just as spectacular. The truth is that the 2 day tour, is very advisable.
Amazing private tour in Seoul
LuAnn Ro,
Jun 24, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
Our day in Seoul with Moises was amazing! We had a full day in Seoul as a stopover and wanted to explore the city by foot with a private guide and a big focus on food :) Moises accommodated all our wants and took us to different restaurants, cafes, markets... we also went to some less touristy areas of Seoul, which was really nice too. I highly recommend Moises's services!
Interesting walking tour
ccasierra,
May 23, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a nice experience, the guide knows the history and shows the relevant places near Insadong. She gave good recommendations about dinner, gifts and she even gave us a little Korean lesson. I highly recommend
Great Way to Learn About Seoul
906marisal,
May 7, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the group walking tour in Seoul and found it incredibly informative and interesting. We had only arrived to Seoul a couple of days earlier, and this tour was the perfect way to learn some of the history of the city and find some fun places to shop and eat. Our tour guide was very informative and had great suggestions in terms of tea houses and restaurants. For anyone looking for an overview of the city this tour is a great place to start.
Seoul: Ideal Itinerary, Expert Guide!
Freewheelpablo,
Apr 22, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
With only four hours to spare in Seoul, we were determined to see as much as possible. Although limited, Moises crafted a practical itinerary that allowed us to experience the city’s highlights. It was ideal. Our guide, Marti, was incredibly knowledgeable, accommodating, and pleasant!
Top K-tour
S1613ZO,
Apr 9, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
Moses gave us a great overview of Korean history and culture. The tour delivered much more than we expected and included plenty of local insights & tips. Enjoyed every minute.
Excellent Tour!
bcreilly1335,
Apr 2, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00
Just finished our 2.5hr tour with Moises and really enjoyed it! Moises was super informative and the time flew by. Would highly recommend.