2h30

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Onmiddellijke bevestiging

Over deze activiteit

Tour departs from Gwanghwamun Square, overlooking the historic plaza that holds the statue of the Great King Sejong and General Lee Soonshin of Joseon Dynasty. Walk through the alleys of a small garden where the portrait of the famous philosopher Lee Saek of the Goryeo Kingdom was enshrined in a Korean-style shrine building. Pass by monuments that were erected to commemorate the anti-Japanese Independence movement. Then, visit Jogyesa Temple, the head order of Korean Buddhism, dropping by the Bhudism museum in the compound.

Next on your itinerary is the restored building of Korea's first post office from 1884 in orginal site. Here, see some exhibits of relics from the old Korean postal service, then proceed to the famous musical instrument market, one of the largest in it's kind in the world, a Korean-style old traditional market. passing by the famous Insadong street. Then, head to the entrance of Ikseon-dong Hanok village to appreciate old hanok houses and various shops that sell hanbok (traditional Korean dress), Korean musical instruments, and even offer fortune-telling. Find numerous restaurants here as well.

With narration from your guide, walk through alleys that have been used for hundreds of years, from the Goryo Kingdom and Joseon Dynasty.

After walking these alleys, then continue to a rice cake museum, called 떡 박물관 "Tteok Museum" to learn why and how 떡 tteok is one of the most important foods for Koreans all over the country and all-year around.

After visiting the museum, you will proceed to get back to your original departure place, Gwanghwamun Square,

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Inclusief

Local guide
Entry/Admission - Jogyesa Temple
Entry/Admission - Tteok and Kitchen Utensil Museum

Niet inclusief

Food and drinks
Coffee and/or Tea

Aanvullend

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
Minimum age is 10 years old
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Kenmerken

Toerisme

85%

Cultureel

70%

Origineel

45%

Sport

15%

Beoordelingen

4.5

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Renee S

5 | 2017-10-11

Mr. Choi was an excellent guide and I highly recommend this tour. He is extremely knowledgeable about the history of this country generally and the city especially. He was so accommodating and generous to me - he changed his holiday plans to take me on the tour! I will never forget it. The tour is very comprehensive and provides a great introduction to Seoul. :0

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Donald A

4 | 2017-07-07

Mr Choi gave us a very informative walking tour of Seoul. Teaching us about rice cakes and tea. Providing information about the Japanese invasion and the 1st post office. We even had a nice lecture from one of the curators at the Buddhist Museum. Thank you Mr. Choi!

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