Seodaemun Prison History Hall Tours and Tickets

Seodaemun Prison, built in 1908 during Japanese occupation, is now a memorial site that tells the story of Korea’s struggle for freedom. This experience is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the usual sightseeing in Seoul and explore a deeper side of Korean history. On this Seoul walking tour, you will: 1. Step inside original prison cells and underground interrogation rooms. 2. Walk through the execution grounds and learn about the sacrifices of Korean independence activists. 3. Hear powerful resistance stories, including Yu Gwan-sun, a young student who became a national symbol of courage. 4. Gain insights from a professional guide with over 10 years of experience in Korean history. This tour is a journey into Seoul’s dark history and the resilience that shaped modern Korea. If you are looking for unique things to do in Seoul and want to understand the city beyond palaces and shopping, the Seodaemun Prison tour is an essential part of your travel.

Our history tour offers two compelling package options, each uncovering a different chapter of Korea’s hard-fought freedom. Choose one or experience both for a fuller understanding of Korea’s spirit and history. PACKAGE 1:【Then: Fight for Independence】 Step back to Korea’s colonial era at Seodaemun Prison History Hall, where freedom fighters endured brutal torture and imprisonment. Visit Dongnimmun Arch, a symbol of lost sovereignty, then explore Dilkusha, home to an American journalist who exposed Japan’s atrocities. End at Tapgol Park, the birthplace of the March 1st Movement. PACKAGE 2:【Now: Road to Democracy】 Explore Korea’s road to democracy at the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History to understand postwar struggles, then wander Tongin Traditional Market for lunch. Then, visit Namsan KCIA headquarters and the Korea Democracy Foundation, sites of political oppression, surveillance and the brave fight for democracy. You may choose one or both for fuller understanding.