You discovered the lively streets and places of Seoul, and now you plan to explore the city deeply? With OneDay Korea you can discover the hidden places of the capital. This Walking Tour in Seoul will give you another charming vision of Seoul. An authentic chance to see the secret places that not a lot of travelers know.
You will walk, you will discover, you will learn, you will become a real adventurer during this private tour.
Explore hidden places of the capital with our Walking Tour in Seoul!
Between future and past
First of all, you will start the tour by going to the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, a unique place giving you a futuristic vision of the capital. It holds various design and art exhibitions, fashion shows, international events, and museums. After a moment traveling in the future, you will go back to the past by having a walk in The Independent Park. The park was made in memory of Korean soldiers who died protecting the Gyeongbokgung palace from the Japanese invasion. Besides, it is a landmark of patriotism since it preserves the 1919 Independence Movement of Korea Memorial.
After lunch, you will take the direction of the Seoul City Wall Museum to understand the history of Korea and especially the story of the Fortress Wall.
Then, you will go for a stroll along the Fortress Wall. The wall follows the hills of the famous chain of the four mountains surrounding the center of Seoul. Do not forget to enjoy the view of Seoul and the astonishing mountains!
Now it is time to discover local art. For lovers of art, the Ihwa Mural Village is a great surprise. This area is the heart of street art. You can see unique paintings in every corner of the district. As the village is a residential area, it is better to be quiet not to annoy the inhabitants. It is a perfect place to take an artistic picture and have fun!
This Walking Tour in Seoul is full of surprise, and it is not finished.
Then a peaceful adventure
You will head towards the Secret Valley where you will be able to take advantage of the real environment of Korea. It is a natural site which remained totally untouched by humans. It is the shelter for frogs, salamanders and other animal species. You will feel like you are in the middle of a forest.
To stay a little longer in this peaceful atmosphere, your visit to the Mountain temple will be ideal. This spiritual sanctuary conserves some of the finest Buddhist masterpieces when it comes to architecture. And especially, a Buddha statue has been declared a cultural asset of Seoul because it is curved on the rock of a cliff.
Moreover, you can have a break in a traditional tea house, which was owned by a famous Korean writer. Just relax and drink tea enjoying the charming atmosphere.
And that is where your walking tour in Seoul ends. Your exploration of hidden places of Seoul will be complete. Now you are an expert of Seoul !
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