Top Seoul Volunteer Tours

Struggling to choose between a quick visit or a deeper exploration of the DMZ? This tour solves that problem with flexible options: Stick to the essential highlights on a half-day trip, or extend your journey to include a scenic suspension bridge walk at Mt. Gamaksan or Lake Majang. Or, opt for a peaceful boat ride along the Imjin River. Meet a North Korean defector and hear a firsthand escape story, then join a live Q&A to ask anything about life on the other side of the border.

Get familiar with Seoul and with Korea’s history, culture, and traditions on an introductory tour of the city that's great for first-time visitors. Check out major landmarks, including Jogyesa Temple and Gyeongbokgung Palace, National Folk Museum, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village with one simple booking. Watch the changing of the guards during a stop at Gwanghwamun Gate and have the option to stop en route for lunch (at your own expense).

Explore the highlights of Seoul on a full-day tour with an informative guide. Highlights include Jogyesa Temple, the Blue House, the royal guard changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate, and tours of Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in traditional culture at the National Folk Museum, Insadong Antique Street, and at Namdaemun Gate and Namdaemun Market. Includes entrance fees and hotel pickup.

Discover the wonders of Korea's past and present on a private full-day tour of Seoul. Choose a provided itinerary, with visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, and Bukchon Hanok Village, or create your own. You can also rent a hanbok (traditional Korean clothing), which is perfect for photographs around the capital. Wherever you go and whatever you do, private transportation is at your disposal.

Join this privately led tour of Seoul and discover some of South Korea's renowned cultural gems. See the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony and tour Gyeongbokgung Palace; stroll around Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong; and visit Jogyesa Temple and N Seoul Tower. The full-day itinerary will lead you through the ages, from ancient city to modern-day capital.

Cookie-cutter tours of Seoul tend to stick to the same well-trodden path, with itineraries designed for groups. Instead of getting tied down to one, maximize your vacation time with this private, fully customizable tour. Choose the places and sights that interest you most, and follow your guide as they navigate the city seamlessly. And, without a group to contend with, go as quickly—or as slowly—as you like.

Seoul is considered one of South Korea’s must-see cities, but navigating the language barrier to explore solo can be a challenge. On this tour, leave the guidebook at home and explore South Korea’s bustling capital through the eyes of a local. Customize your itinerary to hit top attractions such as Gyeongbokgung Palace or the N-Seoul Tower, or step off the beaten trail to corners of the city many visitors miss.

Visit two of Korea’s essential attractions in one day on a private day tour. After your driver-guide picks you up from your hotel, save time by heading directly to the DMZ. Have lunch at a local restaurant, then continue the tour at Suspension Bridge or N-Tower. In addition to the visited attractions, your guide is happy to provide information on Korean politics, culture, religion, and other topics that interest you.

Experience Seoul in just half a day when you book this private walking tour that's tailored just for you. This flexible excursion is perfect for travelers looking for a personalized experience where you can pick from a mix of famous spots and hidden gems. Your personal host provides insights into the culture and daily life of Seoul as well as in-depth commentary on the places you've chosen. Possible themes include shopping, food, history, and culture.

Explore the history of the Korean War and the division of North and South Korea on a guided walking tour of Seoul. Visit historical landmarks, uncover hidden sites, and hear personal narratives that shed light on the lasting impact of war and separation. Meet your guide and embark on a journey along the Korean Wartime Abduction Remember Trail. This route retraces the very path where over 100,000 South Korean civilians were forcibly taken to the North during the war. Your tour begins at Seodaemun Prison History Hall and follows a historical route through Seoul’s major heritage sites, including Gwanghwamun, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Jongno District, and the Seoul National University Hospital massacre site. Through this tour, - Explore major heritage sites and lesser-known locations in Seoul - Hear personal narratives that illuminate the impact of war * Every tour supports North Korean human rights initiatives

See a spirited side of the South Korean capital you won’t find in the tourism brochures on an evening ghost tour in Seoul. Follow your guide on a meandering walk through Seoul’s hidden alleyways and hear tales to send shivers down your spine! Visit Gyeonghuigung Palace, the most haunted place in South Korea, discover hidden secrets in Pimatgol Alley, explore the birthplace of Korean independence at Tapgol Park, and more.

Spend a morning in Seoul visiting highlights including Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and the National Folk Museum. You'll also stop for photo ops outside the Presindential Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae) and Gwanghwamun Gate during the changing of the guards. Your 3.5-hour tour includes transportation, entrance fees, guide, and hotel pickup. You will be dropped off at either City Hall or Insadong.

Escape the bustle of the capital and visit three of the most scenic and relaxing attractions near Seoul, without the hassle of multiple bookings, during this multi-stop, full-day tour. Interact with plenty of furry and feathery creatures at Alpaca World, stroll along tree-lined paths in picturesque Nami Island, and see colorful flowers in bloom in the Garden of Morning Calm.

Immerse yourself in the hope for Korean reunification on a group sightseeing tour from Seoul. After visiting the DMZ tourist information center, your group will head to Imjingak Pyeonghwa-Nuri Park. This increasingly popular attraction features exhibits dedicated to Korean reunification, as well as the Dokgae Bridge and Seoul Battleship Park. Next, visit Mount Odu Unification Observatory, where you can buy North Korean products and view the country through a telescope.

Admire South Korea’s palace architecture and learn of life in the country’s capital, even with limited time, on this half-day small-group tour. Stroll to Gwanghwamun Gate and visit Gyeongbokgung Palace. Listen as your guide details Joseon Dynasty history and admire traditional construction techniques. At Bukchon Hanok Village, peer inside traditional houses and learn about Korean lifestyles from the past to the present.