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Seoul History Walking Tour
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3 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Select a meeting point
Start time
03:00 PM
End Point
Tour ends directly up the street from where it began. Your guide will assist with directions.
What To Expect
Bosingak
Why did the city bells ring 28 times at night and 33 times in the morning?
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cheonggyecheon Stream
What did this stream provide Seoul throughout the Joseon Dynasty, Korean War, and in modern times?
40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Seoul Plaza
How does this plaza reflect the hearts of modern citizens?
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Former Russian Legation
Why did Korea's penultimate monarch flee his palace in the middle of the night and stay here for a year?
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jungmyeongjeon Hall
How did Imperial Japan force Korea to surrender its independence?
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Deoksugung Doldam-gil
Why do Koreans say that if you walk along this stone wall with your spouse, you will soon be divorced?
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gwanghwamun Square
How many protests does it take to change a democracy?
25 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin
How did this general save Korea and change the course of world history? (no exaggeration)
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Statue of Sejong the Great
Why is Sejong considered the greatest king of the Joseon Dynasty?
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
How much history can you see from the rooftop?
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jogyesa Temple
How does the ringing of bells connect us with the universe?
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by CompassTour
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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