The 15 Best Walking Tours in South Korea

1.Seoul moonlight walking tour with local historian

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 940 reviews · from $31Our pick

Join SeoulDude for a two-hour evening walk from Hyehwa through Marronnier Park, Ihwa Mural Village, Naksan Park, and the Seoul City Wall. Guides such as Jessica, Ethan, June, Leah, and Smin explain Korean history, education, social life, and local culture while leading you to superb night views. Expect uphill walking and stairs.

“It’s was amazing tour and the tour guide was amazing and very helpful I would recommend this tour to everyone it was amazing”

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2.Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 775 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Meet an English-speaking SeoulDude guide at Hyehwa Station for a two-hour evening walk through Seoul National University, Maronie Park, Ihwa Mural Village, Naksan Park, and Hanyang City Wall. Guides such as Leah, Jessica, Smin, Ethan, and Jun share stories about Korean education, work, housing, folklore, and daily life while you climb toward wide night views.

“If you have a couple of hours to spare whilst in Seoul, I’d so recommend this tour! Leah was amazing! I truely didn’t know what to expect but it sounded cool and my husband and I are so happy we booked it! In just an hour we learnt so much about South Korea; from students to moon villages and more! We saw, by far, some of the most amazing views of Seoul and this tour has been ranked a favourite. Leah was lovely, I loved how it was so casual and she answered our million questions. She really made us explore Seoul for what it truly is. 💕🌙”

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3.Evening Dark History, Folklore & Ghost Story Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · from $42

Join a professional guide such as Shawn or Joe at 8 pm for a 2 to 3 hour walk through Seoul’s darker corners. Hear Korean folklore, palace ghost stories, tales of torture, and urban legends while visiting Gyeonghuigung Palace, Pimatgol Alley, Tapgol Park, and lesser-known sites. Choose the extended edition for the fullest route.

“This was so fun!!! I'm very happy I decided to join. If you don't know anything about Korean history, but want to learn something in a fun and interactive way, then look no further- this is the perfect experience for you. Definitely buy the extended tour. Thank you for the great evening :)”

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4.Dark Side of the City and Ghost Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 484 reviews · 90 - 150 minutes · from $42

Walk Seoul’s palaces, alleys, parks, and streamside paths while guides such as Shawn, Sean, and Joe tell dark tales from Joseon politics, Japanese Colonial times, modern crime, and Korean folklore. Choose the 90-minute route or the 2.5-hour option for more secret spots and ghost stories. English-led, outdoor, and rated PG-13.

“I liked the tales which I hadn't heard of the atmosphere and friendly and funny knowledgeable tour guide 10/10”

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5.Gangnam Walking Tour on Youth and Society in Seoul Korea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $31

Walk through Gangnam with guides such as June or Jessica and examine modern Korean life through housing, love hotels, private education, beauty culture, birth rates, and the Han River. This small-group tour of up to 15 people uses ordinary streets as its classroom. It is serious, candid, and more social commentary than sightseeing.

“We had the walking tour with Jessica in South Korea, and it was an absolutely enriching experience. Jessica’s deep knowledge of the country’s history, culture, and way of life was remarkable. Her familiarity with US culture allowed her to provide thoughtful comparisons and context, making it easier for us to understand and appreciate the nuances of South Korean life. Her storytelling and expertise gave us a much deeper appreciation of the country. By the end of the tour, we felt not only more connected to South Korea. Highly recommend!”

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6.Gyeongbok Palace and Bukchon Hanok Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three morning hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, and Bukchon Hanok Village. Guides such as Stella, Joe, Jay Kim, and Jack bring Korean history to life, explain public transport, suggest food and shopping stops, and help you find good photo spots. Expect steady walking and uphill streets in Bukchon.

“It was a wonderful experience, Stella gave me lots of tips and advice for my stay in Seoul. The tour was very well organised and I was able to see a lot. Many thanks to Stella, she was a great tour guide.”

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7.Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace Bukchon Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · from $88

Spend about three hours walking from Gwanghwamun Gate and Gyeongbokgung Palace to the National Folk Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong. Guides such as Jay Kim, Stella, Jack, Joe, and Paul bring Korean history and daily life into focus. Expect a small group of no more than eight, palace entry, hills, steps, and plenty of walking.

“Excellent personalized tour. Stella, our guide, was so welcoming and enthusiastic. Got a good feel for the city of Seoul. Stella helped us feel her warmth and oozed pride for her country.”

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8.Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Seoul Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $123

This private Seoul walk pairs Gwangjang Market street food with Jogyesa Temple, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Your local host can tailor the route to your interests, explain Korean history and daily life, and offer one drink or tasting. Expect plenty of walking, flexible pacing, and a guide whose quality shapes the experience.

“Excellent tour. We learnt a lot about the city and the culture from our guide. Strongly recommend if you're only visiting for a short time.”

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9.Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $45

Join historian guides James and Jacob at 5:30 pm for a 2 to 3 hour Seoul walk with a professional photoshoot. Visit Jongmyo Shrine, Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seun Arcade, and Ikseon-dong while learning about Joseon Korea and modern Seoul. You receive 50-plus edited individual photos and group images through OneDrive.

“They truly took us to hidden gems! It was the right mix of information and having fun with the photos. I’m glad I did it.”

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10.Haeundae 100-Minute Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29Best value

Join English-speaking guide Kim Ingyu for a 90-minute walk through Haeundae, from the former station and Gunam-ro to Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island. Expect clear stories about colonial-era railways, seaside hot springs, the Korean War, Busan’s growth, and scholar Choi Chi-Won, with coastal views at the finish.

“Ingyu was incredible! We had to do the tour in the rain, and I was originally concerned and thought about cancelling, but Ingyu's back up plan was excellent. We went through his historical presentation on the area and would occasionally drift off into candid conversation, it felt like we were hanging out with an old friend. We even got lunch afterwards, I was very impressed with how knowledgeable and friendly he is, I highly recommend a tour with him!”

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11.4-Hour Gangnam Walking Tour With Customized Itinerary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 4 hours · from $155

Meet a private English or Korean-speaking guide after hotel pickup and shape four hours around Gangnam. Visit the Gangnam Style Statue, COEX Mall, filming sites, cafés, or BTS-related places. You can add hanbok or a Squid Game-inspired dalgona stop. Guides such as June, Jeannie Lee, Jin, and Kelly have earned praise for warm, flexible service.

“Jin was a great guide. Very patient and nice.”

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12.Seogwipo City Walking Tours with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2h 30m · from $48

Join guide Chanie for a 150-minute evening walk through Seogwipo. See Cheonjiyeon Falls, cross Saeyeongyo Bridge at sunset, stroll Saeseom Island, then finish at Olle Market for local snacks, seafood, black pork, and tangerines. The small group has up to 10 people, and food costs extra.

“Great engaged guide who eagerly answered all of our thousand questions :). Thanks again for the lovely evening Chanie!”

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13.Must-see & Hidden Gems Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $57

You’ll explore Seoul with a private guide such as Alice, Bibiana, David, or another local host, shaping a 2 to 8-hour route around your interests. Expect famous sights, local food advice, walking, and public transport. Hotel pickup is available in central Seoul, while entry fees, food, and attraction tickets cost extra.

“De gids Bibiana was vriendelijk, luisterde goed en hield rekening met ons. Ze gaf veel uitleg, heeft ons veel laten zien.”

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14.Jagalchi Market & Gamcheon village Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Spend four hours with a private guide exploring Busan’s Gamcheon Culture Village, Jagalchi Market, BIFF Square, Gukje Market, and Yongdusan Park. Guides such as Dai Young and Emmanuelle tailor the walk to your interests and pace. Public transport is used between sights, while food and local transport costs are extra.

“Dai Young was a wonderful guide and customised our tour to the things we were interested in seeing. He was friendly, helpful and answered all of our many questions. Such a good way to get a deep er understanding of Busan and to get our bearings on our first day in Busan.”

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15.Sunset Tour Olle Trail Walking Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $60

Start with pickup at your Jeju City hotel, then ride to Gwakji Beach for an evening walk along Olle Trail Route 15. Follow the coast past sand and lava rock toward Aewol Cafe Street as the sun drops over the water. English-speaking guides including Sunny, Jason, Andrew, and Paul have led this three-hour outing, with photos and local tips along the way.

“We had a beautiful tour with Andrew. We LOVED walking the promenade along the beach of sand and Lava Rock formations in the clear waters! We got great sunset photos- just amazing! Very fun walking tour! Loved it so much we went back to Aewol Street cafe for brunch at Colline Cafe and to take a dip at Gwakjik Beach”

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