Suwon Hwaseong+Gwangmyeong Cave+Starfield Library from Seoul
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Start your day with pickup from Hongik University Station or Myeongdong Station.
Travel to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Korea’s most important historical treasures. Explore the only remaining walled fortress in Korea.
Next, head to Suwon Hwaseong Haenggung, a restored Joseon-era palace within a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Enjoy traditional performances, including royal guard ceremonies and martial arts shows.
A perfect cultural day trip just an hour from Seoul!
Afterward, visit the Starfield Library, a modern library located in the Suwon Starfield COEX Mall. Admire the unique architecture and browse the extensive collection of books.
Next, head to the Gwangmyeong Cave, it is the largest themed cave park with varied cultural and artistic things, created in a gold mine where gold, silver, and bronze were mined. Visitors can experience wine at Wine Cave, as well as Cave Aqua world.
Finally, return to the meeting point in Seoul.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Korea’s most important historical treasures and is the only remaining walled fortress in Korea.
Hwaseong Haenggung Palace
Explore Suwon Hwaseong Haenggung, a restored Joseon-era palace within a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy traditional performances, including royal guard ceremonies and martial arts shows. A perfect cultural day trip just an hour from Seoul!
What‘s Included
Professional English Guide
Admissions to attractions
Round-trip transfer
Tips
Personal expenses
Lunch
Options
Pickup:Hongik Univ Stn No.8
Starting point:
Hongik University Station, Seoul, South Korea
Pickup: Myeongdong Stn No.2
Starting point:
Myeong-dong Station, Seoul, South Korea
Reviews
194 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Day trip with Simon Lee
nicoletY7985NO,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with our tour guide, Simon Lee. He did an excellent job throughout the trip and shared a lot of interesting knowledge with us, which made the journey even more enjoyable and meaningful. During the tour, he also recommended other places we could visit and provided helpful tips along the way. We really appreciated how approachable he was—he let us know that we could always reach out if we needed any advice or assistance. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, and we would definitely recommend Simon to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and friendly guide!
Wonderful and informative
K3233NQenricoc,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun and amazing time. Would love to go again!!
A relaxing day
Natalia K,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Simon was great: he was giving just enough information needed to learn about the historical sights without any overload and he was providing enough free time to explore the sites on our own as well.
Tour with Simon
yvonnehJ9666VV,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with Simon! Loved it
Highly Recommended
johnlJ9096XR,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This bus tour from Seoul to Suwon was educational as well as stunning. There are extras throughout the trip that are optional such as trying Archery or getting a snack or coffee in the morning. Admission to all places listed are covered by ticket. Length of visit is adequate for all places, maybe a bit long for Starfield library/mall. Lunch at Starfield was good, but can be crowded on the weekend. Simon was a knowledgeable tour guide and enthusiastic about making sure the tour went well for everyone.
The Washington Lighthouse is really impressive
christinelU82QZ,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter Pan, the explanation is good, and it will also be combined with a TV drama, the trip to Washington and Lighthouse is great, impressive
First time in Suwon with Peter Pan
beedeed2026,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time in Suwon with the guide Peter. Amazing experience. He was very informative, patient, and funny. Would definitely book again.
Great experience
yeungj764,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter Pan was an excellent guide, he’s funny, explained some history of Korea. We enjoyed the trip.
Beautiful tour
K6207EHcharlottes,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We saw some of the beautiful scenery that Korea has to offer and our guide was very engaging and informative
Good
Voyage65372190014,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting tour especially for the historical part including the performance , greatly amazes the architecture of the library . Simon our guide was accommodating and very nice. Great guide of our driver
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