Explore Seoul by Foot | Trazy's Guided Walking Tours

There is no better way to explore Seoul than on foot, and a guided walking tour is a great way to get a behind-the-scenes look at South Korea’s capital city of Seoul.

Here are well-curated and guided walking tours for you to unlock the city’s sights and stories.

Whether you are a culture vulture, history lover, adventurer or a globetrotter on a budget Trazy has one-of-a-kind walking tours for you!

1. Changgyeonggung Palace Night Walking Tour

Stroll through the illuminated palace grounds and gardens

Changgyeonggung Palace is a palace that once served as a quarter for queens and concubines. Travel through the history of the palace while listening to explanations from a professional tour guide. Explore Changgyeonggung Palace at night, when the pathways and palace light up! An English-speaking tour guide, audio receiver & earphones, and entrance fees are included.

Duration: 2 hours
Changgyeonggung Palace Night Walking Tour
Changgyeonggung Palace Night Tour with Food & Makgeolli
Seoul Night Group Tour: Gwangjang Market + Changgyeonggung Palace + Cheonggyecheon Stream + Naksan Park

2. Insadong & Ikseondong Walking Tour

Surround yourself with Korean art and food

Insadong Street is a center for the arts, where painters, craftsmen, and art lovers set up shop along the narrow alleys, making it a unique place full of crafts, pottery, and paintings. Join this tour and discover Isandong and learn about the history behind this charming street as you navigate your way through the narrow alleyways lined with craft shops and teahouses! An English-speaking tour guide and food tastings are included.

Duration: 3.5 hours
Insadong Half-day Walking Tour

If you are interested in Makgeolli (Korean rice wine) and Korean food, join the Insadong & Ikseondong Makgeolli & Food Tour! You’ll get to experience the Korean food and drinks scene at Korean-style cafes and bars and taste different kinds of traditional teas, alcohol, and desserts.

Duration: 3.5 hours
Insadong & Ikseondong Hanok Village Makgeolli & Food Tour

3. Hannam-dong Art & Food Walking Tour

Engage in an authentic experience of Korean culture & storytelling

This tour offers an introduction to the prominent tourist attractions cherished by Koreans in Hannam-dong. Embark on this tour to immerse yourself in Newtro tales, indulge in K-pop LPs, explore Art Toy stores, savor fusion Korean cuisine, and partake in the essence of K-culture within Hannam-dong!

Duration: 3 hours
Hannam-dong Art & Food Walking Tour

4. Noryangjin Fish Market Half-Day Walking Tour & Food Tasting

Visit one of Korea’s largest seafood markets

Go on a guided walking food tour around the bustling Noryangjin Fish Market, one of Korea’s largest seafood markets! This seafood mecca is a mix of wholesale and retail stores, with 250 to 300 tons of fishery products traded every day. Learn about the local food culture and taste fresh seafood from the market stalls and restaurants. An English-speaking tour guide and food tastings are included.

Duration: 2 hours
Noryangjin Fish Market Half-day Walking Tour & Food Tasting!

5. Namdaemun Market Street Food Walking Tour

Taste four types of street food at the largest traditional market in Korea

Namdaemun Market, first opened in 1964, has become a particularly popular destination among foodies drawn to the sights, smells, and flavors of its sprawling food streets. Discover the importance of food in Korean culture with an English-speaking local tour guide. Try out tasty Korean street food, such as tteokbokki, kalguksu, dumplings, fish cake bar, or hotteok. Join this fun and unique street food walking tour, which includes 4 street foods and 2 drinks!

Duration: 3 hours
Namdaemun Market Street Food Walking Tour!

6. Seoul Ghost Walking Tour – The Dark Side of Seoul

Explore the spookiest parts of Seoul

Now that you’ve experienced the bright side of Seoul, it’s time for the dark side. This tour will take you to the spookiest parts of the city that are usually avoided by people and inform you about the dark history and urban legends of Seoul. Test your courage and enjoy the thrilling experience! An English-speaking tour staff and a souvenir map of haunted places in Korea are included.

Duration: 1.5 hours (regular tour), 2.5 hours (extended tour)
Visit the Dark Side of Seoul with Seoul Ghost Walking Tour!

7. Deoksugung Palace & Jeongdong History Tour

Take a walk through the centuries

Tune into modern Korean history at must-visit places of historical significance with a professional English-speaking tour guide, a superb storyteller who will tell you dynamic stories of the transition period of Korea from the late 19th century to the early 20th century.

Starting at Deoksugung Palace, one of the five royal palaces in Seoul, the walk takes you along the Jeongdong-gil Road, a picturesque tree-lined cobblestone street of Jeong-dong district in downtown Seoul that runs along the stone wall of Deoksugung Palace.

You will also have the chance to stop at lesser-known cultural and historical heritages such as Chung Dong First Methodist Church, Korea’s first Methodist church built in 1898, on this walking tour. Join in now and dive into the rich history of Seoul with Trazy!

Duration: 2 hours 30 mins

“The tour was an enjoyable experience for me, especially since I’m a big fan of both walking and learning about history. The guides have excellent English and do a great job of talking about the stories in relation to the Palace and its surrounding area. I wouldn’t have known where to go and what to do on my own, so this is great for people who would like to know a little bit more about Korean history while taking pictures of beautiful architecture.” – Jasmine

8. Seoul City Wall & Ihwa Mural Village Walking Tour

Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the walls of art and rich history

Take in the best sights in the Jongno district in Seoul with this walking tour that combines history, street art, and murals, and a pleasant night stroll.

Starting from Dongdaemun Gate, one of the most iconic landmarks of Seoul, you will walk along the historic Seoul City Wall to Ihwa Mural Village, a charming neighborhood with alleys filled with photogenic mural-painted walls, and up to Naksan Park where you can admire the fascinating night views of Seoul on this walking tour.

※TIP: Seoul City Wall, or ‘Hanyangdoseong’ in Korean, is an 18km-long fortress wall with 600 years of history, which circles the four mountains in the heart of Seoul, Bugaksan, Naksan, Namsan and Inwangsan. You can find the restored remnants of the Seoul City Wall in these mountains.

Duration: 2 hours 30 mins

“Great value for money. Our guide was very friendly and informative. It was a beautiful experience walking along the old city wall and Naksan Park. The view from Naksan Park was just great. The night view from the park should be nice too. The mural village was pretty and picturesque. Overall, we enjoyed the tour very much.”

9. Seochon Village Walking Tour

Journey into the depths of an old, artistic village hidden in the concrete jungle

Explore the winding alleys of Seochon Village, a little-known neighborhood filled with traditional houses and dotted with trendy art galleries, situated on the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest of five royal palaces in central Seoul.

While listening to the stories of Korean professional artists and writers who once worked for Gyeongbokgung Palace, you will make stops at an old house of a renowned Korean painter named Park No-soo, a famous traditional Tongin Market, and stylish, hip cafes on this walking tour.

If you are in favor of lesser-known and secretive discoveries, this is the perfect walking tour for you!

Duration: 3 hours

“I’ve heard of Seochon village from my Korean friend and this tour was a great chance to hear some interesting history about the village walking through the hidden small alleys. Highly recommended especially if you are interested in art.” – Jessie

10. Namsan Park & N Seoul Tower Evening Hiking Tour

Soak up stupendous night views

This is a ‘best of Seoul’ evening walking tour that takes you to Namsangol Hanok Village, home to traditional Korean houses, along the remnants of Seoul City Wall and up to N Seoul Tower, an iconic tower where you can take in spectacular nighttime views of Seoul.

The hiking trail up to N Seoul Tower is suitable for everyone, every skill level. So sign up for this evening hiking tour now and spend a great night out with Trazy!

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

“We had a great time on the tour! our guide was really fun and showed us all around the hanok village before our hike. It was lots of stairs but was worth it! Plus, there’s a bus at the top of the hill that can bring you back down. The tower was beautiful at night! And our guide took lots of pictures of us which was really nice. I definitely recommend this hike!” – Zoey

11. Gyeongdong Market Healing Walking Tour

Embark on a captivating sensory journey in Jegi-dong

On this holistic tour, stroll through an herbal medicine market and the vibrant Gyeongdong Market as the guide offers an intriguing insight into Korean medicine. Taste herbal tea with various benefits at a 40-year-old “OraeGage” oriental medicine clinic. Also, visit a unique Starbucks within the market, different from any other Starbucks in the world!

[OraeGage] Gyeongdong Market Healing Walking Tour

12. Ingwangsan & Bugaksan Mountain Hiking Tour

Choose a hike and discover stunning landscapes and breathtaking vistas

Put on your hiking boots and tackle the two remarkable mountains in central Seoul, Inwangsan Mountain and Bugaksan Mountain, with a passionate English-speaking local guide on this urban hiking tour!

Check out the two trail options you can choose from:

Option 1. Ingwangsan Mountain: A 338m high mountain that features uniquely shaped rocks, and massive granite peaks.

※TIP: Though there are rocky sections, the trail is well-paved, making the hike relatively easy for everyone – highly recommended for amateurs!

Option 2. Bugaksan Mountain: A 342m high mountain which is the highest among four major mountains in central Seoul, Bugaksan, Naksan, Namsan, and Inwangsan.

※TIP: Expect some sections of dirt trail, wooden steps, and steep inclines and declines, which make it a more challenging hike – highly recommended for avid hikers!

Duration: 3~3.5 hours

“I had so much fun with my guide! After the hike he showed me around the neighborhood and I was really grateful to be shown around. I highly recommend this tour because the guide is great and the view is amazing!” – Maya

Mt. Inwangsan & Bugaksan Hiking Tour

13. Secret Garden & Bukchon Hanok Village Walking Tour

Travel back in time to the Joseon Dynasty and experience the lives of royal and noble families!

Changdeokgung Palace is the most beautiful palace among the 5 palaces in Seoul and the Secret Garden inside the palace is an absolute must-see feature that is only accessible through the guided tour.

Have a nice stroll in Changdeokgung Palace and experience the beauty of Korean architecture at this unique Korean royal garden.

While walking in and around Changdeokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village, you will visit places with historical backgrounds and get a glimpse of life in the 19th century of Korea. Plus, the itinerary includes filming locations for K-drama “Goblin”, “Love in the Moonlight” and “Personal Taste”. Take photos here and be a K-drama hero/heroine.

Duration: 4 hours

“The tour was informative and history of Korea history was valuable. it was also a beautiful tour. Highly recommended.” – Jackie

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Explore Seoul by Foot | Trazy’s Guided Walking Tours