KeunJeongJeon in Gyeongbokgung, Seoul
KeunJeongJeon in Gyeongbokgung, Seoul. (Photo By Blmtduddl at the English language Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1633945)

Are you looking for interesting tour activities on your visit to South Korea? Make your vacation awesome. We have selected five things to do in South Korea, especially when you are in Seoul.

Here is the list:

1. Korean Heritage Tour

This immersive experience in Seoul will give you an in-depth look at traditional Korean culture. With your knowledgeable guide, wander through grand palaces, learn about the history of Korea – from ancient times to today – and witness age-old customs come to life at a folk village.

Several destination options that you can visit on the Korean Heritage Tour include:

    • Gyeongbokgung Palace, a royal palace constructed in 1395.
    • National Folklore Museum, which uses replicas to illustrate the history of traditional life of Korean people.
    • Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.

>> More info about Korean Heritage Tour

2. Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Tour

Learn about Korea’s divided history at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Visit fascinating sites such as Imjingak Park, the Freedom bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall. At Dora Observatory, you can even peer through binoculars to observe village life in North Korea.

Panmunjeom - DMZ, Korea
View of the North from the southern side of the Joint Security Area (By Driedprawns at en.wikipedia, CC BY 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15854890)

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3. Gangnam District Tour

This cultural tour lets you experience the highlights of Seoul’s popular Gangnam District. Gangnam – you may have heard the song – is known for its upper-class neighborhoods and is often referred to as the Beverly Hills of South Korea.

>> More info about Gangnam District Tour

4. Seoul Evening/Night Tours

After sunset, neon lights and street vendors bring Seoul to life. Enjoy Korean culinary delights for your dinner. Visit Cheonggyecheon Stream in the center of Seoul, or go to Gwangjang Market, a local traditional market over 100 years old.

Han River, Seoul at night
Han River, Seoul at night (By travel oriented – Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41839161)

You can also visit Changgyeong Royal Palace, the most beautiful palace in the evening as a queen’s space, and then walk peacefully along lights and city wall walls of Naksan Park.

>> More info about Night Seoul Tour

5. Seoul Shopping Tours

Seoul is the perfect place for shoppers. Find all sorts of items, from traditional artifacts to the hottest K-Pop merch. For classic souvenirs, including antiques, pottery, and handicrafts, visit the Insadong neighborhood, home to one of the country’s largest craft markets (and some iconic tea houses, too).

Myeong-dong is the ultimate destination for skincare addicts and travelers looking for a bargain, while the vast Dongdaemun Market is perfect for fashion, food, jewelry, electronics, and more.

>> More info about Korean Night Food Tour

That’s all five things to do in Seoul, South Korea. Hope you enjoy your vacation.


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