All Seoul Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 49

You can find many highly rated Seoul tours, and these are the top picks from prior travelers:

• Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
• DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option (Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul
• Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul with Hotel Pickup (Suspension Bridge)
• Amazing DMZ TOUR with Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up
• DMZ Tour from Seoul (Majang Lake, Red Suspension Bridge, Gondola)

Yes, one of the best ways to see Seoul is on a guided tour. In addition to providing insight and commentary, tours can help you maximize your time exploring the South Korean capital. You must be on a guided tour to visit the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), as independent visitors are prohibited.

Per one customer who booked the Best DMZ Tour Korea From Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional), “It was interesting to see the places we studied in history class up-close and personal. Given that these places are still active and high areas of tension, I really appreciate our guide, Nancy, making sure our safety was her top priority. She wore many hats: entertainer, teacher, guide, photographer, safety patrol, consultant, etc. Her suggestions were also really useful on what to buy/where to go.”

Walking tours of Seoul start around US$5 and typically last a few hours. If you want to visit the DMZ, expect to pay about US$55; some DMZ tours include stops for shopping or visits to Imjingak Pyeonghwa-Nuri Park and the Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge.

On the lower end of the price range, you can book the 9 Hours Seoul Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour for US$5 per person. This full-day driver service takes you to many of the Korean capital’s top attractions—including Changdeokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village—but attraction admission fees aren’t included. Pricier options include VIP tours, such as Private Tour Jeonju Hanok Village From Seoul (from US$900 per person). This private, customizable, and well-planned day trip takes you to the historical Jeonju Hanok Village, around 120 miles (193 kilometers) from Seoul, so you won’t need to catch public transport or struggle to keep up with large tour groups.

Many Seoul tours include stops at city highlights such as Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and the National Folk Museum of Korea. Mangwon Market, where you can taste local delicacies, is a popular destination for food tours. On a DMZ tour, you can expect to stop at the Third Tunnel of Aggression and the Dora Observatory.

Consider an all-day tour to visit as many attractions and landmarks as possible. For example, the Seoul City Full-Day Tour - Gyeongbok Palace, Seoul Tower, Insadong takes you to sights including Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, National Folk Museum, Ginseng Museum and Shopping Center, Insadong Arts and Crafts Market, and Namdaemun Market.

If you plan to stay in the city during your visit, three days in Seoul should be sufficient to visit the cultural sites and food markets. Adding on a visit to the DMZ will take a full day, so you should plan accordingly if that is on your list.

September through November is a pleasant time to visit Seoul, Korea, as the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists. The summer is the monsoon season, and the days can be unbearably warm.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Seoul:

• DMZ
• Gyeongbokgung Palace
• Third Tunnel of Aggression
• Insadong
• Nam San Tower (N Seoul Tower)

View Viator’s guide to all the best attractions in Seoul.

There are tons of great trips to take from Seoul. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
• DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option (Suspension Bridge, Boat) From Seoul
• Korea DMZ Tour From Seoul With Hotel Pickup (Suspension Bridge)
• Amazing DMZ TOUR With Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up
• DMZ Tour From Seoul (Optional Red Suspension Bridge, DMZ Gondola)

View all of Viator’s top Seoul day trips.

You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Seoul. Here are some of the best Seoul activities under US$30:

• The Seoul Pub Crawl [Official]
• Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute
• Painters Show in Gwanghwamun Theater (Nearby Seodaemun Station)
• Korean Drinking Games Night (Non-Drinkers Are Also Welcome)
• Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul

There are tons of Seoul activities to enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
• Korea DMZ Tour From Seoul With Hotel Pickup (Suspension Bridge)
• DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide From Seoul/Option: Suspension Bridge
• Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge From Seoul
• DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour From Seoul (Hotel Pick-up)

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According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Seoul:

• Dae Jang Geum Park (MBC Dramia)
• Changdeokgung Palace
• Namsangol Hanok Village
• National Folk Museum of Korea
• Petite France

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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Seoul. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Best DMZ Tour Korea From Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
• Seoul City Private Full-Day Tour Including Lunch
• Premium Private DMZ Tour & (Suspension Bridge or N-Tower) Include Lunch
• Seoul Night “Private Tour” (Korean BBQ, N-Tower, Seoul Fortress, Local Market)
• Full Day—Essential Seoul City Tour & Gourmet Tour (Including Lunch and Dinner)

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Seoul has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Everland Private Shuttle “Total Private Tour: More Members Less Cost”
• Skip the Line: Figure Museum W Ticket
• Private Everland Theme Park Tour
• Skip the Line: The Greatest Urban Aquarium COEX Ticket
• Gyeongbokgung Palace Family/Group Private Photoshoot

View all of Viator’s top family-friendly tours in Seoul.