Best Walking Tours in Seoul

Discover the beauty of Seoul on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Seoul by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Seoul

Korea DMZ Tour (North Korean Meet up&Suspension Bridge optional) in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15747 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 37.00

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Learn about Korea’s divided history at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on a half-day tour, led by an informative guide. In the morning or afternoon, travel from Seoul to the DMZ, where the country has been split since the Korean War, to visit fascinating sites such as Imjingak Park, the Freedom bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall. At Dora Observatory, you can even peer through binoculars to observe village life in North Korea.

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Seoul moonlight walking tour with local historian in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (863 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 33.35

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

The best night walking tour with local historian! Let's visit hidden gems that foreigners would not notice! Travel with Team Seouldude. We are a local Korean guides ready to make your travel more valuable :) *With a perfect English. Cultures & society of local's life with incredible night views, This tour will make a great experience for you. We are going to walk around our historical monument, Hanyang City Wall, which is famous for amazing night views of Seoul. More we walk up, more lights will shine through night of Seoul. On the top of hill, all the scenery that Seoul wants to show you will bloom in your sight! Every single areas have unique and special atmospheres. With unique stories that are not on trip advisor, You will love my tour and Seoul. I will take you to places and give stories which foreigners can't find themselves. Best light walking tour to look around Seoul and meet new people.

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The Seoul Pub Crawl Official in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (655 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 21.99

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

#1 Nightlife tour in Seoul & the biggest pub crawl in Korea (average 40-70 people per crawl and 220 on record)- Seoul Pub Crawl takes you to the most popular bars and clubs in Seoul. Free VIP entrance to 3 bars + 1 club, 4 free shot/drinks, and discount access! Every Friday & Saturday in Hongdae or Itaewon, which are the most famous nightlife districts in Seoul. Save money, meet other travelers, locals, expats and fully enjoy the nightlife of the party capital of Asia!

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

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (370 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 33.35

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover how the younger generation of South Korea cope with the pressures of the country's economic achievements. Travel with June & Jessica, local guide who will take you to deeper layers of Korean society. Follow us through bustling streets tucked between highrise buildings. Gaze at the endless advertisements for various beauty products, luxury brands, and even plastic surgery clinics. Realize what you are seeing reflects a deep issue in Korean society. The Korean system achieved outstanding results of development, but also left lots of challenges behind. What are making a wealthy country, Korea, into one of the unhappiest countries in the world? Learn about the darker aspects of living in South Korea. Find out why Korea has such high suicide rates, a low birth rate, an intense emphasis placed on education, and the country's obsession with beauty. Gain a different perspective as you stroll the wealthy neighborhood to the tour's end point at the Han River.

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Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (139 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.00

 

Absolute: Seoul Pub Crawl The ORIGINAL Seoul Pub Crawl and OFFICIAL sponsor of FUN and HAPPINESS in Seoul! Join us every Friday(in ITAEWON area) and Thursday, Saturday & Sunday(in HONGDAE area) for four nights of ABSOLUTE FUN and HAPPINESS! Over 50 awesome people, like you, are joining us at every party! Socializing, dancing, and drinking are only a few of the things that you should expect from our amazing parties. Together with us, your friendly guides, and Party Animals from Korea and all around the world, you will visit 3+ bars/clubs and a final dance spot! Join us on a pub crawl and experience what Seoul nightlife has to offer while making new friends and memories. *We stay one hour in each bar/club and one and half hours at the first bar *Group sizes may not always be the same, but our dedication to providing a fun and welcoming experience is always guaranteed! *Thursdays offer a special chance for a more intimate pub crawl experience with smaller groups.

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From Seoul: Defector Talk & DMZ Highlights – A Rare Human Story in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (91 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 33.00

 

[Explore the DMZ with North Korean defector& Suspension bridge Tour from Seoul]  Exclusive Insights: Dive into the mysterious world of North Korea through vivid tales delivered by defectors themselves, providing an exclusive and deeply personal glimpse into the realities of life across the border.  Key Locations: Visit significant DMZ sites including Dora Observatory, Dorasan Station, Imjingak Park, and the Third Tunnel, along with the often-missed Gamaksan Chulleong Suspension Bridge.  Expert Guidance: Our tour guides, who specialize in national security, offer engaging commentary and deep historical insights into the Korean War and the complex international dynamics.  Comfort and Safety: Enjoy the comfort of traveling in an air-conditioned bus and rest assured with our commitment to safety first, ensuring a secure and enlightening journey.

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Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (78 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 7.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

This is not only about the hanbok rental, but also providing a space for tourists to understand Korean culture and enjoy the experience of wearing a hanbok. Rentals range from 1.5 hours to 4 hours. You can choose either a basic hanbok, or a hanbok with a theme.

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Explore DMZ from Seoul +(optional) Gondola/Red Suspension Bridge in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (26 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 32.17

 

Visit the DMZ, where the pain of Korean history lies. You can gain a deeper understanding of Korea at a historical site where the past and present coexist. Take a gondola(optional) across the Imjin River and encounter traces of war. Visit Gamaksan Mountain Suspension Bridge(optional) and feel the dizzying sensation of the mountain scenery and suspension bridge in all four seasons.

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Buam dong Walking Tour Art, History and Parasite in Seoul in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (22 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Step off the beaten path and explore Buam-dong, Seoul’s hidden gem. This 2.5-hour walking tour takes you through a peaceful hillside neighborhood filled with history, art, and mountain views. Visit the Choi Gyu-sik Memorial Statue, learn about Cold War history, and discover the serene Cheongun Literature Library, Seoul’s first Hanok library. Explore the Hill of Poet Yoon Dong-ju, enjoy views of Bugaksan, Inwangsan, and Bukhansan, and visit the Seoul City Wall and Changuimun Gate. See a Parasite filming location and finish at Mugyewon, a Hanok cultural space. Perfect for culture lovers, nature seekers, and those seeking authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences in Seoul.

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Korean War Memorial Guided Tour in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 30.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Our tour looks closely at the birth of South & North Korea after liberation, the origins & backgrounds of the War, 4 stages of war situation, the armistice and the birth of DMZ(Demilitarised Zone) with hidden stories that War Momorial of Korea doesn't speak in the exbitions. Our professional guides have expertise in Korean history, peace activism and DMZ tours and give you a full 2 hours guided tour with complementary materials - pictures and copies of documents.

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Spiritual Adventure : Into Inwangsan and Korean Shamanism in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 14.82

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This tour offers a rare and immersive window into Korea’s traditional culture and spiritual heritage—through the lens of rituals, legends, and customs still alive today. On the sacred slopes of Inwangsan, guests are guided through hidden shrines and story-rich trails that reflect deeply rooted beliefs. This isn’t a reenactment, but a walk through living history Discover meanings behind ritual objects, hear tales passed down for generations, and learn how traditional beliefs shaped daily life—past and present. The tour includes a rare opportunity to witness or take part in a real fortune reading session—not as a show, but as cultural insight into how these practices coexist with Confucianism, Buddhism, and modern life. Led by a passionate interpreter, this small-group experience encourages thoughtful reflection. Whether you're drawn to Korean folklore, religious traditions, or ancestral customs, this tour unveils Seoul’s unseen layers and lets you walk the line between myth and reality.

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Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 7.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

This is not only about the hanbok rental, but also providing a space for tourists to understand Korean culture and enjoy the experience of wearing a hanbok. Rentals range from 1.5 hours to 4 hours. You can choose either a basic hanbok, or a hanbok with a theme.

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Seoul Myeongdong Catholic Church Historic Private Walking Tour in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 20.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Myeongdong is a must-visit place for tourists who visit Korea. Myeongdong is located at the heart of Seoul and famous for shopping with trendy beauty items, fashion, and tasty food. There is a Korean Catholic Church " Myeongong Cathedral " in the middle of. It has been 200 years that catholic was introduced by Korean Confucius scholars as a western study. But It became a religion and repressed by the government. Thus there are many Catholics were executed and martyred throughout the Korean history. It is 103 canonized and 124 beatified. Korean first community started on the site of Myeongdong cathedral. It built 1898 as a first brick church in Gothick style. Underneath the church, there is a crypt for 7 saints name Bishop Imbert, Fr. Chastan, Fr. Maubant, Antonio Kim Sung-woo, Francisco Choi Gyeong-whan, and two unknown martyrs. All these 7 martyrs were executed at Saenamteo in 1839. The blood of saints nourished and fertilized Korean Catholic Church.

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Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace Half day Tour in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

A Tour of Gyeongbok Palace in Seoul, that offers explanatory in detail in English! Time to tour Gyeongbokgung Palace, the representative palace of the last dynasty, with a history of 600 years, and learn about the country called Joseon. Gyeongbok Palace, built in 1394, is the oldest and most important palace among the five Seoul palaces, and it is a representative tourist attraction that comes to mind in Korea. Although it was damaged a lot during the Japanese Colonial Period, but has preserved the value of Gyeongbokgung Palace through continuous restoration work. From the construction of Gyeongbokgung Palace, enjoy listening to the stories of famous kings of Joseon, the beauty of architecture, and the stories of animals that can be found everywhere in Gyeongbokgung Palace! The guide will explain everything in detail!

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Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Night Tour in Seoul

Seoul , South Korea

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Enjoy the Deoksugung Palace tour in the morning or at night. One hundred years ago, Korea was called "Korean Empire," not Joseon nor South Korea. Deoksugung Palace, which served as the main palace instead of Gyeongbokgung Palace, is the only palace with traditional and western-style buildings put together. Because it was at the center of the period during the first tempt of modernize in 600 years, it preserves different beauty, history, and the pain of Japanese invasion. The tour will proceed as a night tour because of it's greater beauty and peace during the the night. As the location is near the City Hall and Gwanghwamun Station, you will be able to enjoy the tour without any pressure. The stone wall next to Deoksugung Palace is also famous for its beauty, so don't miss it!

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Local Tips for Seoul

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Seoul at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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