Explore the wonderful night lights of Seoul with a professional guide and visit Deoksugung palace which has a great view. Take in this unique experience and look at this ancient palace at evening with beautiful lights. Visit Hangang park, where you can enjoy the Hangang Ramyeon, which is famous for its great view and featured in many k-dramas and k-movies. After gets dark, you will visit Namsan Hangyangdoseong Capital City Wall where you can see the view of N Seoul Tower. In severe weather, you will visit Seoul Wave Art Center. From Banpo Bridge, watch the beautiful rainbow fountain show (Available from Apr~Oct). *The fountain show stops on the rainy days & November-March and you will visit Cheonggyecheon Stream, Gwanghwamun gate and Seoullo. Tour will end at the Myeongdong area. No Shopping center guaranteed.

Receive a warm welcome to Seoul on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 2 hours, a local guide will get you acquainted with Seoul to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Seoul City Hall and Namdaemun Market, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Seoul is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Deoksugung Palace Visit a Joseon Dynasty palace from the late 14th century that became a main palace during the 1592 Japanese invasion. Learn about 500 years of Joseon history from the guide. Jeongdong-gil Walk along Jeongdong-gil, where early foreign missionary institutions and embassies helped shape modern Korea. See Paichai Academy, Chungdong First Methodist Church, the former Russian Embassy site, and Gyeonggyojang. Gyeonggyojang house Visiting the historic residence tied to Korea's independence movement. Donuimun Museum Village See an outdoor village with Seoul-style homes from the 1900s to the 1980s. The village preserves 40 of 63 houses in Saemunan and was founded in 2017. Gyeonghuigung Palace Discover Gyeonghuigung Palace, one of Seoul's Five Grand Palaces and a peaceful royal residence from the Joseon Dynasty. Cheonggyecheon Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, renovated from a drainage ditch into a walking path with sculptures, restaurants, cafes, and seasonal festivals.

*Don't worry about hot summers! Our experience begins as the sun goes down to enjoy cooler temps & sunsets* Join us as we embark on a journey through time & experience Seoul during our Joseon Dynasty! You'll hear fascinating stories about unique palaces and learn the WHY & HOW Koreans are the way they are today! Many people travel to Seoul, but not many get the chance for a close look at the Joseon era that is right in the center of Seoul Seoul is the city of palaces. It is the only city that has 5 ROYAL palaces from a single era. How can you not experience that?! Ready to travel back in time? No time machine or super powers Just bikes! Our experience not only offers history at every turn, but you will also experience streets food and unique alleyways enjoyed by locals. You'll be able to view local cafes, boutiques, and more! We want to encounter Seoul not only through it's rich history but also through the eyes of locals *Tours conducted by a passionate UCANKOREA team member

Enjoy the Deoksugung Palace tour in the morning or at night. One hundred years ago, Korea was called "Korean Empire," not Joseon nor South Korea. Deoksugung Palace, which served as the main palace instead of Gyeongbokgung Palace, is the only palace with traditional and western-style buildings put together. Because it was at the center of the period during the first tempt of modernize in 600 years, it preserves different beauty, history, and the pain of Japanese invasion. The tour will proceed as a night tour because of it's greater beauty and peace during the the night. As the location is near the City Hall and Gwanghwamun Station, you will be able to enjoy the tour without any pressure. The stone wall next to Deoksugung Palace is also famous for its beauty, so don't miss it!

Seoul Half-Day Tour with Photos: Seongsu, Deoksugung & Local Spots Explore both modern and historic Seoul on a small-group half-day tour designed for solo travelers and small groups. Start in trendy Seongsu, where you can explore pop-up stores, local shopping spots, and optional activities such as a Korean photo booth. Later, visit Deoksugung Palace around sunset, relax by Cheonggyecheon Stream, and experience more of Seoul’s everyday culture along the way. I’ll also take candid photos and short video clips throughout the tour, so you can enjoy the experience without worrying about taking all the photos yourself. Photos and videos are included at no extra cost. What Makes This Tour Different? This tour combines Seoul’s modern trends, history, and everyday local experiences in one itinerary. The route is flexible, especially in Seongsu, where pop-up stores and trending spots change frequently. With a small group, the tour can also be adjusted depending on your interests and pace.