Knowledgeable and well-qualified. Well-paced. Excellent primer for those new to Korea and/or Seoul.
Sites and Insights: An Expert-Led Seoul Welcome Tour
Walk through centuries of royal power and civic protest to discover how history continues to shape Seoul today
Where You’ll Go
From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace
What’s Included As Standard
Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.
Included
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English-speaking expert guideTours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
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Intentionally sized groupsA smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
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Tickets and entrance feesAll entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
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HeadsetsHeadsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.
Excluded
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GratuitiesWe encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
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Food and drinkRefreshments are only included during a tour when clearly noted.
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Transportation to and from the meeting pointGuests organize pre- and post-tour transport themselves - this service can be added by request.
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Hotel pickup or drop-offUnless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
Where You'll Explore
Make the Most of Your Tour
Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.
Dos:
- Wear comfortable footwear
- Check the weather and dress appropriately
- Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
- Feel free to ask your Expert anything
Don'ts:
- Bring firearms or weapons
- Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
- Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments
Any questions? You can always
contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book with confidence — see Context's flexible cancellation policy here.
We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.
Don’t just take our word for it
Kangsil was an excellent guide. She gave us a lot of historical, interesting information about everything from the Josun Dynasty through today. She took us to a variety of places; a palace, a residential area with traditional old houses, a popular food court area, one of the original gates of the city, etc. All of it wonderful. Oh did I mention the donut! Howard and I enjoyed every minute we spent with Kangsil. She was a delight!!! You should definitely book a tour with her!
Jon was a fantastic guide with in depth knowledge of the city and an intuitive flair to suit the group's dynamic personality. Aside from delivering a top tour, he was incredibly communicative, kind and answered a ton of questions prior and gave us tons of tips (from restaurants to Kpop) to get the most out of the city. It's clear that Jon is passionate about local culture and goes above and beyond to make people feel welcome in a new place. Highly recommended for ALL things SEOUL! THANK YOU!
Let Your Curiosity Shape Your Journey
Join passionate experts on intimate walking tours that reveal a city’s unique stories, spark conversations, and leave you seeing the world—and yourself—a little differently.
Structured, never scripted
Your interests guide your Expert, leading to stories and perspectives that matter to you.
Crafted for conversation
With ten or fewer guests, ask questions, engage with your Expert, and fully immerse yourself.
Experts, not guides
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