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Full-day Seoul experience. Discover Seoul's core on a guided walking tour of the city's downtown Operated by Prof. David A. Mason Tours.
Highlights
- Discover Seoul's core on a guided walking tour of the city's downtown
Seoul: Intro Downtown Walking Tour with Optional Lunch: Key Facts
| Price | From $679 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 hours |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
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Seoul: Intro Downtown Walking Tour with Optional Lunch
Full-day Seoul experience. Discover Seoul's core on a guided walking tour of the city's downtown Operated by Prof. David...
8 hours
English
$679
Free cancellation
Full description
A full-day Seoul experience. Discover Seoul's core on a guided walking tour of the city's downtown.
Prof. David A. Mason Tours runs it, and 12 things are covered by the price. It can be cancelled free of charge.
The price covers walking tour of Seoul's downtown, Visit to Old & New City Hall, View of the British Anglican Cathedral and Display of Photos about the Korean War. It does not cover lunch (optional, you pay for whatever you order), so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $679 together rather than $679 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.
Includes
- Walking tour of Seoul's downtown
- Visit to Old & New City Hall
- View of the British Anglican Cathedral
- Display of Photos about the Korean War
- Visit to Restored Cheonggye-cheon Stream
- Seoul Plaza historical monument sights
- Visit to Gyeongbok-gung Main Royal Palace
- Folklore & Shamanism artifacts at palace rear-exit
- Visit to Bukchon Hanok Village traditional-houses alleyways
- Visit to Jogye-sa Buddhist Temple and Museum, TempleStay Center
- Visit to Insa-dong traditional-culture street
- Visit to Tap-gol Park
Excludes
- Lunch (optional, you pay for whatever you order)
Important information
Meeting point
The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
About this activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
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Free cancellation
Free cancellation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Walking tour of Seoul's downtown, Visit to Old & New City Hall, View of the British Anglican Cathedral, Display of Photos about the Korean War, Visit to Restored Cheonggye-cheon Stream, Seoul Plaza historical monument sights, Visit to Gyeongbok-gung Main Royal Palace, Folklore & Shamanism artifacts at palace rear-exit, Visit to Bukchon Hanok Village traditional-houses alleyways, Visit to Jogye-sa Buddhist Temple and Museum, TempleStay Center, Visit to Insa-dong traditional-culture street, Visit to Tap-gol Park
The duration of the Seoul: Intro Downtown Walking Tour with Optional Lunch is typically 8 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.