Seoul Walking Tour Korean War History and City Highlights

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Overview

Available languages

English

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Explore the history of the Korean War and the division of North and South Korea on a guided walking tour of Seoul. Visit historical landmarks, uncover hidden sites, and hear personal narratives that shed light on the lasting impact of war and separation.

Meet your guide and embark on a journey along the Korean Wartime Abduction Remember Trail. This route retraces the very path where over 100,000 South Korean civilians were forcibly taken to the North during the war.

Your tour begins at Seodaemun Prison History Hall and follows a historical route through Seoul’s major heritage sites, including Gwanghwamun, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Jongno District, and the Seoul National University Hospital massacre site.

Through this tour,

- Explore major heritage sites and lesser-known locations in Seoul

- Hear personal narratives that illuminate the impact of war

* Every tour supports North Korean human rights initiatives

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

The tour follows an approximately 5 km trail. While the entire route is wheelchair-accessible, it may be physically demanding depending on each participant’s health condition.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Map, Leaflet

Snacks

Bottled water

Travel insurance

What To Expect

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Seodaemun Prison History Hall

The guide will meet participants in front of Seodaemun Prison History Hall and provide a brief historical overview of the site, focusing on its role in political oppression and its connection to wartime abductions, before proceeding to the next destination.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
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Gwanghwamun Gate

Passing by Gwanghwamun, the guide will provide a brief historical overview of the site before proceeding to the next destination.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Seoul Walking Tour Korean War History and City Highlights

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  • A must-do in Seoul

    Carlotta R,

    May 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Now, this is certainly a must-do experience in Seoul - so don’t even search further and go for it. The tour is a great chance to learn about South Korea’s grim past in a way that you wouldn’t be able to do by yourself. You will hear stories and facts that went forgotten (although they should not be), and you’ll be able to understand more of the country’s society. The hosts did a great job and took care of the tour in every small detail. They were incredibly knowledgeable and patient enough to answering all my questions - which were many. I would definitely recommend this tour to every curious mind out there.

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