Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Tour from Seoul
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Suwon Hwaseong is one of the unique architecture in the 18th century, providing a glimpse into the scientific, architectural, and artistic aspects of Korea. It is considered a unique building in the construction history.
Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon is easily influenced by its beauty even if you don't have any background knowledge of history. It is even ironic to feel beautiful in the castle associated with the war.
Also, Hwaseong Fortress is emerging as an icon of Korean traditional historical culture and is becoming a popular tourist attraction in the world. (One of the 50 places in Korea selected by CNN)
No Shopping center guaranteed.
Select options for Full-day Tours including Dae Jang Geum Park or Korean Folk Village.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Hotel pickup is only available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is at an alternate location, our English speaking guide will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station
This tour does not stop at any shopping centers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hwaseong Fortress
Hwaseong Fortress is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The fortress was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father.
Hwaseong Haenggung Palace
A Hwaseong Haenggung was a temporary palace where the king and royal family retreated to during a war. Hwaseong Haenggung Palace is the largest one of these, use by the Joseon kings since the time of King Jeongjo. This palace is not only being used as a shelter during war but also King Jeongjo stayed here during trips to worship at his father's tomb.
What‘s Included
Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
admission
Professional guide
Meals
Drinks
Personal expenses
Hotel pick up & Drop off (Dismissed at Myeong-dong area)
Travel insurance
Options
Full-Day Tour (+Dae Jang Geum)
Dae Jang Geum + Suwon Hwaseong: Myeong-dong exit 9→Dae Jang Geum Park→Lunch time is given(own expense)→Suwon Hwaseong Fortress→Hwaseong Haenggung→Myeong-dong
Half-Day Tour(Suwon Fortress)
Meeting Point: We don't offer Hotel Pick-up service.
Please be at the departure point
Suwon Hwaseong Half Day tour: A tour guide will greet you Outside of Exit #10, Myeong-dong station.
Full-Day Tour (+Folk village)
Meeting point: We don't offer Hotel Pick-up service.
Please be Outside of Exit #10, Myeong-dong station.
Full day Tour (+ FOLK VILLAGE): Lunch time is given(own expenses), including Suwan Hwaseong Fortress, Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, and Korean Folk Village.
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Historical Tour
omundop2022,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Henry was a great tour guide. He knows a lot of history and fun facts and he explained in a funny and simple way and it made our understanding easy. Also when he didn't know the answer he would go after in order to have one
Amazing and informative experince
indim797,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Henry. He was very knowledgeable providing information throughout the tour
Great tour and guide!
Priya G,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Leo was a great tour guide, who was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour of Hwason Fortress and the folk village was really well done, worth seeing.
Fun Suwon Palace tour
danielamF7468TJ,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Entertaining tour, with many impressions and beautiful photos. Leo showed us around with a pull and told us the most important details. Arrow bow shooting and a fight demonstration rounded it off.
Half Day Tour
Paul O,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely morning out at the fortress and palace. Our guide Henry was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. There is a lot of stairs and some are quite steep but Henry advised if it was to much we could use the bus as I was traveling with my mother. We would recommend this tour. Thanks for a lovely Tour Henry!!
Dragon's guide, awesome!
市川美2026,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was awesome, Mr. Dragon's guide! The attention is great 👍 The fun is more than half decided by the guide. This time, I won ~ I was also good at Japanese and the explanation was easy to understand! I also wanted to see a lot of Korean drama. Thank you.
I liked Mr. Dragon's guide.
koshidac,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr. Dragon guided me. It was an easy-to-understand commentary and a very good tour, with careful attention to photographs. Thank you very much.
Excellent tour of fort and traditional village
steven t,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic day with our guide Dragon. We had a guided tour of the fort and traditional village. Dragon was very informative and answered any questions we had. The transport was really comfortable. We had a memorable day and cannot thank Dragon enough he was an excellent guide.
Beautiful UNESCO site in the evening.
Ramadama,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed visiting this UNESCO site in the evening. The views were fantastic. Shin was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgable & enthusiastic.
Leo is The Best Guide
Leslie M,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Leo is an amazing guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the site and he made sure we had a memorable experience!
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