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Seoul Seochon Walking Tour: Hidden Alleys & Market Culture

By H1TOUR
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,968 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 20m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Capture stunning photos of the Blue House with Mount Bugak views.
  • Savor vibrant local street food at Tongin Traditional Market.
  • Visit Seoul’s oldest vintage bookstore to feel the nostalgic local vibe.

Activity location

    • Seoul
    • Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 대한민국 서울특별시 종로구 적선동 88-8 | Meeting Point: In front of Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4, beside the H1 Tour sign.
    • Sajik-ro, Seoul, South Korea

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Seoul Seochon Walking Tour: Hidden Alleys & Market Culture in English

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 20 minutes3h 20m
    3h 20m
  • Opening hours: Wed 10:30-13:50
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 1,967.66 x 1 AdultP 1,967.66
Total
Price is P 1,967.66
Until Tue, Jul 7

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English-speaking local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small-group walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A complimentary bottle of water per person
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tongin Market traditional coin lunchbox fee (10,000 KRW per person)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Daeo Bookstore – purchase of a drink or souvenir required (approximately KRW 6,000 per person)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses and transportation fees

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Explosive substances, Littering

What you can expect

Explore Seochon, a charming hidden gem in Seoul where royal history, trendy local culture, and traditional life coexist. This relaxed 3-hour and 20-minute flat walking tour is perfect for everyone looking for an authentic local experience away from the crowds.

We start at Gyeongbokgung Station (Exit 4) at 10:30 AM and head to the Blue House Fountain Plaza. Enjoy panoramic views of the former presidential palace and Mount Bugak while learning about modern Korean history.

Next, we visit Tongin Market. You can trade authentic brass coins to taste various local street foods and build your own lunchbox during a full 1-hour relaxed lunch break.

Afterward, we stroll through the peaceful Seochon Hanok Alleys to visit Daeo Bookstore, Seoul’s oldest vintage bookstore (est. 1951). It is the perfect spot to capture a retro atmosphere and feel the nostalgic heart of old Seoul.

We then enjoy a leisurely walk down Seochon's trendy main street and boutique cafe district, taking an extra 10 minutes to soak in the vibrant neighborhood atmosphere filled with charming independent shops. Finally, we take a 10-minute return walk together to end the journey at Gyeongbokgung Station (Exit 1) by 1:50 PM.

Itinerary Builder

10:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Meet-up & Introduction
Meet at Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4. Free bottled water provided.

10:50 AM - 11:20 AM | Blue House Plaza
Scenic walk to the Blue House for history storytelling and photos.

11:20 AM - 11:25 AM | Move to Market
A short 5-minute walk to the traditional market.

11:25 AM - 12:25 PM | Tongin Market Lunch
1-hour lunch break. Try the traditional brass coin lunchbox experience.

12:25 PM - 01:05 PM | Hanok Alleys & Daeo Bookstore
Explore peaceful alleys and visit the iconic vintage bookstore for a retro atmosphere.

01:05 PM - 01:40 PM | Seochon Main Street Walk
Enjoy an extended, relaxed walk through Seochon's vibrant main street and boutique cafe district.

01:40 PM - 01:50 PM | Return Walk to Gyeongbokgung Station
A scenic 10-minute walk back to the subway station. The tour officially ends at Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 1.

Location

Activity location

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    • Seoul
    • Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 대한민국 서울특별시 종로구 적선동 88-8 | Meeting Point: In front of Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4, beside the H1 Tour sign.
    • Sajik-ro, Seoul, South Korea