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Private Seoul Walking Tour Ikseon dong Jogyesa and Gwangjang Mkt

By Seoul Local Tour with Chris
Free cancellation available
Price is €59 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

This tour combines hidden Seoul areas, Korean Buddhism, local street food, and modern city history in one relaxing walking experience.

Unlike typical tourist tours, guests explore authentic local areas such as Ikseon-dong, Jogyesa Temple, Cheonggyecheon Stream, and Gwangjang Market with a local guide.

Perfect for culture lovers, first-time visitors, solo travellers, and anyone who wants to experience the real atmosphere of Seoul beyond major landmarks.

This is an easy to moderate walking tour with some crowded areas and uneven streets. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Unfortunately, the tour may not be suitable for wheelchairs or guests with limited mobility.

Activity location

  • Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
    • Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 53-2
    • 53-2 Donui-dong
    • Donui-dong, Seoul, South Korea

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Private Seoul Walking Tour Ikseon dong Jogyesa and Gwangjang Mkt

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€59.35 x 1 Adult€59.35
Total
Price is €59.35

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour guide fee
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    You can experience traditional Korean foods at Gwangjang Market.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a private individual (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law will not apply to your booking.

Activity itinerary

Ikseon-dong Hanok Street

  • 1h
Explore Ikseon-dong Hanok Village on a guided walking tour through one of Seoul’s most charming areas, where traditional Korean hanok houses meet modern city culture. Walk through narrow alleys filled with beautifully restored historic homes, now transformed into stylish cafés, restaurants, dessert shops, and unique local boutiques. Your guide will introduce the history of the area, explain the meaning of hanok architecture, and share how this once-quiet residential district became one of Seoul’s trendiest destinations. Along the way, there will be time to stop for photos in the most scenic corners and discover hidden spots that many visitors miss. This part of the tour offers the perfect mix of culture, history, local lifestyle, and free time to browse shops or enjoy snacks in one of Seoul’s most popular areas.

Jogyesa Temple

  • 1h
Visit Jogyesa Temple, the centre of Korean Zen Buddhism and one of Seoul’s most important temples. During this part of the tour, guests will explore a peaceful spiritual site surrounded by the modern city and learn about the history, traditions, and daily practices of Korean Buddhism. Your guide will explain the meaning of temple architecture, colourful lantern decorations, prayer rituals, and symbolic features found throughout the grounds. Visitors can admire the beautiful main hall, ancient guardian trees, and seasonal displays that make Jogyesa especially photogenic throughout the year. This stop offers a calm contrast to the busy city streets and gives travellers a chance to experience Seoul’s spiritual culture, take memorable photos, and gain a deeper understanding of Korean traditions.

Cheonggyecheon Stream

  • 1h
Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, one of Seoul’s most famous urban landmarks where nature and city life come together. During this part of the tour, guests will enjoy a relaxing stroll beside the flowing water while learning how this area was transformed from an old highway into a beautiful public space in the heart of the city. Your guide will share the history of Cheonggyecheon and explain its importance in Seoul’s modern redevelopment. Visitors can enjoy scenic bridges, public art, seasonal decorations, and unique photo spots along the stream. This stop offers a refreshing break from the busy streets and a chance to experience modern Seoul’s balance of nature, design, and city culture.

Kwangjang Market

  • 1h
Finish the tour at Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and most famous traditional markets. During this final stop, guests will experience the lively atmosphere of a true local market filled with food stalls, colourful ingredients, handmade goods, and the energy of everyday Seoul life. Your guide will introduce some of the market’s most popular Korean street foods and help guests choose dishes based on their taste and preferences. Recommended foods include bindaetteok (crispy mung bean pancake), mayak gimbap (bite-sized seaweed rice rolls), tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), kalguksu (knife-cut noodles), and fresh mandu (dumplings). Adventurous food lovers may also try the market’s famous raw beef dish, yukhoe. This stop is the perfect way to end the tour with authentic local flavours, fun food experiences, and free time to explore one of Seoul’s most iconic markets.

Location

Activity location

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    Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
    • Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    53-2
    • 53-2 Donui-dong
    • Donui-dong, Seoul, South Korea

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