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The 15 Best Walking Tours in South Korea

32 tours  ·  from $20

Bukchon’s lanes, the Gamcheon hillside and the Jeonju hanok quarter are all built for feet and hostile to everything else. These 15 are priced by length, with a note on the ones with real hills in them.

Seoul moonlight walking tour with local historian - Marronnier Park and the cultural side of Seoul
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Seoul moonlight walking tour with local historian

1.Seoul moonlight walking tour with local historian

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 940 reviews · from $31Our pick

Join SeoulDude guides such as Jessica, Ethan, June, or Smin for a two-hour evening walk through Hyehwa, Ihwa Mural Village, Naksan Park, and Seoul’s old city wall. Expect local history, modern Korean culture, sunset or night views, uphill paths, stairs, and an optional food stop afterward.

“It’s was amazing tour and the tour guide was amazing and very helpful I would recommend this tour to everyone it was amazing”

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Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour - Starting at Hyehwa Station and Seoul’s University Culture
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Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

2.Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 775 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Meet an English-speaking SeoulDude guide at Hyehwa Station for a two-hour evening walk through Seoul National University, Ihwa Mural Village, Marronnier Park, Naksan Park, and Hanyang City Wall. Guides such as Leah, Jessica, Smin, Ethan, and Jun add local stories, photo tips, and views over the city.

“Sumin was excellent. She is very knowledgeable and friendly. A must do tour.”

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Seoul: Evening Dark History, Folklore & Ghost Story Walking Tour - Gyeonghuigung Palace and Seoul’s uneasy royal past
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Seoul: Evening Dark History, Folklore & Ghost Story Walking Tour

3.Evening Dark History, Folklore & Ghost Story Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · from $42

Join guides such as Shawn or Joe at 8 p.m. for a 2 to 3 hour walk through Seoul’s darker corners. Hear Korean ghost stories and folklore at Gyeonghuigung Palace, Pimatgol Alley, Tapgol Park, and other unusual sites. Choose the extended edition for more stops and extra spooky tales.

“If you into history, spooky stuff and dad humor then its for you. The guide did a good job mixing all those components. Also was kinda the official first date with my girlfriend and she liked it. XD”

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Seoul: Dark Side of the City and Ghost Stories Walking Tour - The palace stories: power, betrayal, and blood
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Seoul: Dark Side of the City and Ghost Stories Walking Tour

4.Dark Side of the City and Ghost Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 484 reviews · 90 - 150 minutes · from $42

Walk Seoul’s alleys, palaces, stream, and old neighborhoods with guides such as Shawn, Sean, and Joe. Expect Korean folklore, true crime, royal court violence, Japanese Colonial-era tales, and modern urban legends. Choose the 2.5-hour option for extra haunted stops and darker backstreets.

“It was a fun and informative tour. Felt like walking with a friend who lives abroad and is conversationally telling you cool historical and present day Seoul stories along the way. Would recommend! We had a great time.”

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Gangnam Walking Tour on Youth and Society in Seoul Korea - Love hotels and changing ideas about relationships
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Gangnam Walking Tour on Youth and Society in Seoul Korea

5.Gangnam Walking Tour on Youth and Society in Seoul Korea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $31

Walk through Gangnam with guides June or Jessica and examine the forces shaping young Korean lives, from cram schools and plastic surgery to housing, dating, birth rates, and suicide. This 2.5-hour small-group tour uses ordinary streets and a subway ride to explain modern Seoul beyond the usual tourist sights.

“June was great. Very knowledgeable about everything South Korean. Super interesting tour to learn about the real country and city of Seoul ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour - The royal guard changing ceremony
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

6.Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Meet your English-speaking guide at City Hall Station for a 3-hour morning walk to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Guides such as Stella, Joe, Jack, and Jay Kim add history, food tips, photo stops, and help with Korean public transport.

“A great way to see and learn about Korean history and traditions. Kat is a fun and informative guide, and was helpful and patient with our group. Highly recommend!”

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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village - Gyeongbokgung Palace and the royal guard ceremony
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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village

7.Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · from $88

Walk from Gwanghwamun Gate through Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong with a professional guide. Guides such as Jay Kim, Stella, Jack, Paul, and Joe explain Joseon history, palace design, Korean customs, and daily life in groups capped at eight.

“We had a great day out with Jay Kim. He was able to provide us with some history of Korea dating back to the Joseon Dynasty and how this related to the palace we were visiting. His knowledge of the palace was fantastic. We then went to Read more”

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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Seoul Private Walking Tour - Find a quiet pause at Jogyesa Temple
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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Seoul Private Walking Tour

8.Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Seoul Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $123

Spend about three hours with a private Seoul guide exploring Gwangjang Market, Jogyesa Temple, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Your guide may adjust the route to your interests, share one local drink or tasting, and offer useful tips for the rest of your trip.

“Camille shared her passion for this country and made the tour non only a touristic route full of historical facts, but of friendly and fun experience. Thank you for sharing with me your knowledge, experiences and for making my trip feel like a visit to a friend.”

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Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour - Starting near Jongno 3-ga at 5:30 pm
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Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour

9.Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $45

Join historian guides James and Jacob at 5:30 pm for a 2 to 3 hour Seoul walk from Jongmyo Shrine to Cheonggyecheon and Ikseon-dong. You’ll hear Joseon-era stories, visit tucked-away lanes, and receive 50 or more edited photos per person.

“This tour was incredible- filled with hidden gems and insightful modern history.. you will learn so much from the local guides James and Jacob! The tour took us through many secret passageways and locations. They took high quality photos of us and were so fun to engage with. I cannot recommend this tour enough - you will truly enjoy it!”

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Busan: Haeundae 100-Minute Walking Tour - Haeundae Beach and the Korean War
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Busan: Haeundae 100-Minute Walking Tour

10.Haeundae 100-Minute Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29Best value

Spend about 100 minutes walking Haeundae with English-speaking guide Ingyu Kim. You’ll connect the beach, Gunam-ro, the old station, and Dongbaek Island through stories of hot springs, railways, Choi Chi-Won, Busan’s growth, and the Korean War.

“Fantastic tour. Tour guide is extremely knowledgeable about Busan…he even wrote a book about the City. He is also very courteous and friendly.”

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Seoul Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour) - What the itinerary can include
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Seoul Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)

11.Seoul Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · from $58

Build a private Seoul walking tour around your interests, from royal-era history and local food to shopping and neighborhood life. Your guide can meet you at city accommodation, explain public transport, and adjust the route as you go. Museum visits are possible by request.

“Daniel was a fantastic tour guide. He was extremely personable, tailored the tour to our needs and was very knowledgeablem. He did a great job ensuring we had fun and got the most out of the experience. Anyone would be lucky to have him as their guide.”

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Real Busan Walking Experience - Yeongdodaegyo Bridge and Busan’s wartime story
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Real Busan Walking Experience

12.Real Busan Walking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $75

Spend five hours exploring Busan with Joe, a local guide and comedian, on foot and by public transport. Visit Yeongdo, Huin Yeoul Culture Village, Gamcheon, Jagalchi Market, and Bupyeong Kkangtong Market while learning about Korean history, local life, and food.

“We had such a wonderful day exploring Busan with Joe and learned so much about this incredible city. Joe was brilliant! He is knowledgeable, has a great sense of humour and showed us a side of Busan we would have never found on our own. Thank you so much Joe - we can’t wait to come back :)”

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Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner - The walk along Seoul’s fortress wall
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Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner

13.Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $60

Join Jin or another local guide for a gentle 2-kilometer evening walk along Naksan Park and Seoul’s fortress wall. Stop at a hillside café for one drink, enjoy sunset views of Seoul and N Seoul Tower, then finish with Korean barbecue, traditional dishes, and makgeolli. Groups are capped at six.

“He never showed up. Super disappointed! Don’t sign up for this tour. I think Viator should not work with him going forward”

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Seoul: 4-Hour Gangnam Walking Tour With Customized Itinerary - Meeting your guide and setting the route
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Seoul: 4-Hour Gangnam Walking Tour With Customized Itinerary

14.4-Hour Gangnam Walking Tour With Customized Itinerary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 4 hours · from $155

Spend four private hours in Gangnam with a Korean guide such as June, Jin, Jeannie Lee, or Kelly. Shape the route around K-pop, BTS, K-dramas, hanbok, Squid Game, shopping, coffee, or food. Hotel pickup, an English or Korean guide, and a custom itinerary are included.

“June was a fantastic guide who made THE difference for our family of three including 2 teenagers. Her guidance and sharing of insights opened the door to a much deeper experience of Seoul. So with June as expert guide we saw and understood a lot about the historical roots of Seoul as well as today‘s trends and direction of travel. So visiting Seoul with June’s guidance is not just a bit of sightseeing BUT seeing insights. She is also very experienced to give you expert advise about many other attractions across the whole country.”

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(Closed) Korea’s White House Walking Tour Blue House - Meeting at Gyeongbokgung Station at 10 a.m.
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(Closed) Korea’s White House Walking Tour Blue House

15.(Closed) Korea’s White House Walking Tour Blue House

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $199

Visit Seoul’s former presidential compound with licensed English-speaking guide Jungho. This small-group walk covers the reception hall, main office, residence, press center, and traditional pavilions in about 2.5 hours. The experience is currently closed, so check access before planning.

“I booked this tour after seeing recent news about political changes in Korea and became curious about the Blue House. A Korean friend had recommended visiting it, and this tour ended up being one of the highlights of my trip. Our group of Read more”

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