DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour from Seoul
Overview
Available languages
6 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
On this tour of the Korean Demilitarized Zone from Seoul, feel the reality of Korea’s turbulent history as you explore the line that divides North Korea and South Korea. Travel by comfortable coach and learn fascinating history from your expert guide about the role this zone played in the Cold War and the Korean War, and how it now stands as a symbol of both division and unification. Sites you’ll visit include Imjingak Park, the Freedom Bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current valid passport is required the day of travel.
A moderate amount of walking through a steep and narrow tunnel involved - Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended
Participants must be physically fit to walk about 1300 feet (400 meters) at an 11 degree gradient
You do not need to send a copy of your passport
Japanese / chinese speaking tour guide require at least 4 people
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
Stop first in Imjingak, a park located in the banks of Imjin River where you’ll see artillery and war artifacts that were used during the Korean conflict. Proceed to Freedom Bridge, crossed by nearly 13,000 Korean POWs on their return back to freedom. As you explore by foot, learn from your guide about the powerful significance of this bridge.
The Third Tunnel
Re-board the coach and head to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, located beneath the border of North Korea and South Korea. Here, learn about the role of these tunnels, which are believed to have been planned as a military invasion route by North Korea. See where the South Koreans have blocked the actual Military Demarcation Line with concrete barricades.
What‘s Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Admission fee
Expert guide
Hotel pick up / drop-off
Tram
Gratuities
Lunch
Options
Full-Day Tour
8.5-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at original departure point
DMZ tour
Morning Tour w/ Lunch
7-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at City Hall
Reviews
2,266 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour and tour guide
C8753GAandrews,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yeoni from Seoul City Tour hosted our trip perfectly and with lots of enthusiam. The itinerary was well constructed and we went to all the spots I wanted to visit. I’d highly recommend Yeoni’s tour to anyone wanting to know more about DMZ and Korean history.
Amazing Korea tour DMZ
nicolevH6078FG,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very detailed she was so amazing and kind love all the stories and the tour Aj from Seoul city she is the best
Amazing
Paradise720782,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent professional admired respectful… your girl in TMZ enjoying every second of the tour AK from Seoul city tour
Dmz group tour from seouk city tour (yeoni)
Odyssey55261739640,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00great tour leader yeoni from seoul city tour. I have a great experince. So much fun with kids.
DMZ Tour
alejandraaF1126II,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yeoni from Seúl city tour. It was a good experience . A view of the conflict and history of the two Koreas
A pleasant border trip
F4208VX,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AJ from Seoul city tour is so great, the guider AJ is cheerful and give professional explanations, making our trip very enjoyable.
Great tour!
tylers735,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ah from Seoul city tour was great! I don't usually do tours in my trips although it was a must do when visiting Seoul.
Best tour ever!
ryanrL7586WK,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yeoni from Seoul city tour - best tour ever!
Excellent service, recommended
imanf2026,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yeoni did a great job, fluent english , good history, my husband and i enjoy a lot during our time in DMZ. Thanks a lot Yeoni !
DMZ AJ
Navigate59340700873,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip is wonderful. AJ is friendly and talkative. She shared a lot of stories about the history clearly. 👍👍
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