Seoul Temple & Starfield Library Gangnam K-BBQ
Overview
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3 hours
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Discover the Best of Gangnam: Temple, Landmarks & Korean BBQ
Meet your guide at Bongeunsa Station Exit 2, and start your walking journey through the heart of Gangnam.
Begin at the peaceful Bongeunsa Temple, one of Seoul’s most beautiful Buddhist temples, surrounded by city skyscrapers yet full of calm and tradition.
Next, visit the lively Gangnam Style Statue, where you can take playful photos and feel the vibrant energy of K-pop culture.
Continue to the spectacular Starfield Library (Byeolmadang Library) inside COEX Mall — famous for its soaring bookshelves, warm light, and hidden photo spots loved by locals and influencers alike.
Finally, enjoy a truly mouthwatering Korean BBQ dinner at a hidden local restaurant, one of Gangnam’s best-kept secrets for incredible taste and authentic local flavor.
The route is compact and easy: meet near Bongeunsa Station Exit 2, explore on foot, and finish at COEX Mall area.
Approx. duration: 3hours.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Snacks / tastings along the route (as available)
Alcoholic beverages (beer/soju; non‑alcoholic options available)
Wi-fi
full Korean meal
Hotel pickup/drop‑off
What To Expect
Bongeunsa Temple
Meet your guide at Bongeunsa Station Exit 2, and start your walking journey through the heart of Gangnam.
Bongeunsa Temple
Explore the serene beauty of Korea’s traditional elegance as you tour its magnificent temples. Free admission. Quiet evening walk among lanterns and temple halls.
Options
Gangnam Starfield Library
Temple & Starfield Library: Photo-forward route (Starfield Library & temple) plus food and drinks included.
full Korean meal: The best of Gangnam in one night: temple, library, pop‑culture stop, and a real sit‑down Korean dinner.
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great way to end a day in Seoul
Karen M,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Choi provided a perfect blend of information in a casual friendly experience on our evening tour. The evening darkness provided a unique atmosphere to the temple. Extra special night to view the library with a million lights and Christmas decorations. The highlight was the Korean barbecue a first for us. Delicious! Choi took extra care to ensure we were picked up at the correct location at the end of our tour. So happy we chose this tour.
Great title great neighborhood to explore fun guide
Deborah B,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun interesting great meal! Great visit to Buddhist temple restaurant was particularly tasty fun beef barbecue
The interaction that authenticated my South Korean trip.
aprichardson85,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My guide was on time at the pre designated meeting place. The tour began at our handshake. This was a great choice because I don’t speak even a word of Korean so I was not able to interact with many Koreans during my stay but this tour was given in English and the entire thing felt like I was catching up with an old friend rather than guided on a tour. I would recommend this tour for all foreigners, especially English speaking. Amazing food as well.
Choi is very...
Jonathan O,
Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Choi is very accommodating and friendly, and he has great taste in food and makes excellent coctails (sumek)! Ask him to make you some!
Night in Seoul
Jessica L,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Choi was an amazing tour guide. Really felt like we were traveling with a friend who showed us some of the highlights of Seoul. We visited the temple, library/mall [which included time to just stroll around]. Dinner is included and overall just a great time. Highly recommended for a relaxed night.
Safe and fun tour
Luz V,
Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide CHOI shared interesting and fun facts while touring. This is one of the few tours I was able to book a solo tour. Choi communicated with all details previous to the experience.
Choi was our guide and he...
Ngayan L,
May 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Choi was our guide and he was excellent! He was so accommodating especially when we were running behind. He adapted the itinerary due to the weather and shared so many stories about life in Seoul and the area we were visiting. He was what very knowledgeable about the history and traditions of the temple. The food was also fantastic. The chicken when we started...my gosh we can eat that all day long. The Korean BBQ was an absolute highlight. We had a great time overall and highly recommend it.
Great experience great tour
Kelly B,
Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time. Our tour guide was fantastic. Friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was very informative. The tour itself was well planned.
A perfect tour!
Brian S,
Jan 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My guide was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and kind. It felt like I was exploring with a friend who was proud to show off their home, not just a tour guide. The experience was so warm and informative, I can't wait to go on more tours like this. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a genuine cultural experience.
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