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Seoul History Walking Tour

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3h 30m
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Duration: 3h 30m
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • An informative memento of the tour.

What's Not Included

  • Bottled water

Additional Information

    Ticket Information

    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Tour Options

    Seoul History Walking Tour

    English

    Cancellation Policy

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

    Itinerary

    Stop 1
    15m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 2
    40m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 3
    5m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 4
    10m

    How does this plaza reflect the hearts of modern citizens?

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 5
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 6
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 7
    10m

    How did Imperial Japan force Korea to surrender its independence?

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 8
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 9
    20m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 10
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 11
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 12
    25m

    How many protests does it take to change a democracy?

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 13
    15m

    How much history can you see from the rooftop?

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 14
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 15
    10m

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

    Admission Not Included

    Meeting Point

    Start Point

    Meet in front of Bosingak Bell Pavilion. - Find your way to Jonggak subway station (Line 1) and walk out exit number 4. - Your guide will have an orange umbrella.

    End Point

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

    Ticket Redemption

    NONE

    Available Languages

    English(GUIDE)

    Location

    Seoul, South Korea

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