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Seoul History Walking Tour

5.0 (14 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Seoul History Walking Tour

About this activity

Journey through Seoul's 630 years of history, step-by-step, with an Australian tour guide. This tour walks you through the historical center of Seoul, tracing Korea's evolution from the Joseon Dynasty to a modern, global powerhouse. Discover the legacy of pivotal figures like King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, and learn about South Korea's struggle for democracy against dictatorship.

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At a glance

Duration
3 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
CompassTour

Ages: Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Traditional Korean snacks.
  • Included: An informative memento of the tour.

Not included

  • Not included: Bottled water

Itinerary

  1. Bosingak

    15 min

    Why did the city bells ring 28 times at night and 33 times in the morning?

  2. Cheonggyecheon Stream

    40 min

    What did this stream provide Seoul throughout the Joseon Dynasty, Korean War, and in modern times?

  3. Seoul City Hall

    5 min

    How is Seoul City Hall an architectural gem, both inside and out?

  4. Seoul Plaza

    10 min

    How does this plaza reflect the hearts of modern citizens?

  5. Jeongdong Observatory

    10 min

    How much of the palace and cityscape reveals itself from this perch?

  6. Deoksugung Doldam-gil

    10 min

    Why do Koreans say that if you walk along this stone wall with your spouse, you will soon be divorced?

  7. Jungmyeongjeon Hall

    10 min

    How did Imperial Japan force Korea to surrender its independence?

  8. Stop 8

    10 min

    How did Korea's first school for girls change societal views on women's roles?

  9. Former Russian Legation

    20 min

    Why did Korea's penultimate monarch flee his palace in the middle of the night and stay here for a year?

  10. Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin

    10 min

    How did this general save Korea and change the course of world history? (no exaggeration)

  11. Statue of Sejong the Great

    10 min

    Why is Sejong considered the greatest king of the Joseon Dynasty?

  12. Gwanghwamun Square

    25 min

    How many protests does it take to change a democracy?

  13. National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

    15 min

    How much history can you see from the rooftop?

  14. Stop 14

    10 min

    Why is this the site of the world's longest running protest?

  15. Jogyesa Temple

    10 min

    How does the ringing of bells connect us with the universe?

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet in front of Bosingak Bell Pavilion.

    • Find your way to Jonggak subway station (Line 1) and take exit number 4. Then do a U-turn and walk to the Bosingak Bell Pavilion.
    • Your guide will be holding a white folder.

End point

  • Tour ends directly up the street from where it began. Your guide will assist with directions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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