Walking Tour: Discovering the Stories of Central Seoul with a local *please read instructions at the bottom!!
Tour description
Seoul is a fascinating city, but before diving in to explore, it will be a better experience if you know the story of the place.
The center of Seoul, which use to be the capital for more than 600 years, has a lot of interesting history and different stories behind it. Let's find out together!
*If you are from a same group, book for 1 and let me know how many are coming through the message! Thank you!*
❕❗️Even the time slot you want is full, let me know when you want to join, and I’ll try to make a spot for you😄
🗺️The main landmarks:
📍Cheonggyecheon Plaza(stream):
The picturesque Cheonggyecheon Stream is more than a stroll. It has some dynamic historical background.
📍Gwanghwamun Plaza:
In Gwanghwamun plaza, you’ll find the statue of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-Sin, the two Korean Superstars.
📍Gwanghwamun Gate:
The main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of the land marks of Seoul you never want to miss.
📍Gyeongbokgung Palace(outside visit/Closes on Tuesdays):
The first palace of Joseon dynasty which was built in 1395 at first. Burnt down in 16th century and was rebuilt, but had to suffer a tragic history.
📍National Palace Museum of Korea(pass by):
The museum that discloses representative collections and academic information.
📍Seochon Village(one of the old towns in Seoul):
One of the old towns started from Joseon Dynasty. A popular neighborhood for locals to hangout with restaurants, museums, galleries, cafes, and small shops.
💡 We will be visiting different spots from this area
📍Cheongwadae(the Blue House):
Used to the residential and work place for the president of South Korea, is now open to public.
❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️since the current situation with a very unstable circumstances, the route might change without a notice but I promise to visit safe areas. IF THE SITUATION GETS WORSE, TOUR WILL BE CANCELLED❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️