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Traditional Korean Bookbinding Experience in Seoul, Hongdae

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Seoul, South Korea
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Binding tools and materials
    • Licensed Guide
    • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • danchoodan
      South Korea, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Daeheung-dong, Daeheung-ro, 100 3층

      1 You can enter the studio 15 minutes before the start of the class 2 You can't enter after 10 minutes from the start of the class (It will be difficult to keep up with the late progress after 10 minutes, so please arrive so that we can start on time for a smooth class.)

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .10:30 am

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • this building doesn't set up elevator, so it may hard to move wheelchair, stroller and so on. But in the studio, you can use them
    • Only the number of people who made a reservation can enter the studio
    • Reservation is possible only if you are 17 years old or older
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 16 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    It was so much fun! I...

    Miriam_R, Jan 2026
    It was so much fun! I loved every second of it, plus the final notebook is beautiful. I definitely recommend it

    Living a bit of historical Korea 😊

    Donna_D, Oct 2025
    What a magical journey this class was! I learned authentic book binding methods that were used in the Joseon era from a wonderfully sweet teacher. The finished product became a wonderful scrapbook for my Korean journey.

    The bookmaking itself was...

    Jalita_J, Aug 2025
    The bookmaking itself was fun and really enjoyable. Definitely a good souvenir to bring home. The staff was really kind and helpful.

    Beautiful Journal and Beautiful Time

    Quodesia_J, Mar 2025
    This was such a fun and educational experience filled with laughter and crafting. Our teacher was patient and kind and sharedca. Lot of information about hanjik and Korean culturem This was a nicely-paced activity that yield such a beautiful journal - straight out of my book-loving, craft-making, Kdrama dreams! Thank you!

    Response from Host, Jun 2025

    It was a pretty notebook because you have a great sense of art and craft! I had a lot of fun because you were interested in Korean books If you come to Korea again, please contact freely~

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