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The 15 Best Things to Book in Seoul

629 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Seoul is a city of neighbourhoods, and most good tours stick to two or three of them. These 15 cover the palace quarter, the market streets, the river and the trips that leave town for the day.

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional) - The Bridge of Freedom and the 1953 return
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Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)

1.Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41,422 reviews · from $29Our pick

Travel from Seoul to Imjingak, the Bridge of Freedom, the Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide. Expect a mix of Korean War history, border views and time on foot. Optional add-ons include Gamaksan Red Suspension Bridge, Majang Lake Bridge and the JSA Museum. Bring your passport, and check which options you select before booking.

“Fabulous experience. A must do for any visitor to Seoul . Our guide Gabby was knowledgeable, witty , funny and took great care of us. Really happy that we had her as our tour guide”

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DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option(Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul - Inside the Third Tunnel
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DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option(Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul

2.DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option(Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21,373 reviews · from $35

Travel from Seoul by air-conditioned bus with a licensed guide for a 6 to 9-hour DMZ visit. See the Bridge of Freedom, Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory, then choose an extension: a suspension bridge at Gamaksan or Lake Majang, or a boat ride on the Imjin River. Guides such as Julie, Jay, Charles and Simba are praised for clear history and lively storytelling.

“Charles was an amazing guide! He was able to answer many questions, took the best photos, and was entertaining throughout! The tour itself is very educational and one of the highlights of my trip. I highly recommend.”

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DMZ tour south Korea from Seoul (NK experience hall, defector) - From Seoul to Imjingak Park
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DMZ tour south Korea from Seoul (NK experience hall, defector)

3.DMZ tour south Korea from Seoul (NK experience hall, defector)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20,599 reviews · from $26Best value

Travel from Seoul to the DMZ for Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, the Third Infiltration Tunnel, Dora Observatory and Dorasan Station. The tour advertises a North Korean experience hall and defector session, though the detailed route does not specify when these happen. Choose a half-day visit or a longer option with a suspension bridge.

“YOON from Seoul city tour The tour was awesome! Well organized, efficient and very informative. YOON was great! The North Korean defector portion was definitely worth it.”

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Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge - Imjingak and the Bridge of Freedom
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Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge

4.DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,277 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $45

Spend 7 to 9 hours exploring the DMZ with an English-speaking guide, round-trip transport, and visits to Imjingak, the 3rd Tunnel and Dora Observatory. Add a hike to Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, or choose the separate Aegibong Observatory option, known for its Starbucks cafe. Guides such as Winnie, Kenny and Sophie bring history to life with clear explanations and personal stories.

“Team Kenny! So informative and friendly. A full insight to the history of both North and South Korea.”

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Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge - Imjingak: memory beside the border
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Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge

5.Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,459 reviews · from $27

Spend 7 to 9 hours travelling from Seoul to the DMZ with a licensed English-speaking guide. Visit Imjingak, the Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory, and hear a North Korean defector answer questions. An optional suspension bridge stop may be available, but it can depend on group size and weather. Bring your original passport.

“Han was a wonderful tour guide. He shared so much of his knowledge with us. And he was FUNNY! Def recommend this tour with Han.”

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Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush - Imjingak: memorials before the checkpoint
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Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush

6.Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,097 reviews · from $35

Spend about 7.5 hours traveling from central Seoul to the DMZ with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide. Visit Imjingak, the Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory, with optional gondola and Gamaksan Red Bridge stops. Bring your passport, expect a strenuous tunnel walk, and plan for no included lunch.

“Truely an unique experience. I usually travel on my own but could not have seen the DMZ without the tour guide. Sunny was exceptional.”

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DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour from Seoul - Dora Observatory offers a distant view north
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DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour from Seoul

7.DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,481 reviews · from $37

From Seoul, visit Imjingak Park and Freedom Bridge, walk the steep Third Infiltration Tunnel, and use binoculars at Dora Observatory to look toward North Korea. A guide explains the border’s history, and transport is by air-conditioned coach. Guides vary, with AJ, Katie, Grace, and Sadie among the names travelers may encounter. Check pickup arrangements before booking.

“Great experience..must see your. Erica Kim is the best guide..perfect English. So much knowledge. I know so much more now after the tour”

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Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge) - Starting from Seoul and crossing into Paju
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Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)

8.Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,396 reviews · from $35

Spend about 7.5 hours on a guided trip from Seoul to the DMZ, with stops at Imjingak, the Third Tunnel, and Dora Observatory. You’ll travel by air-conditioned bus and hear the history explained along the way. The itinerary also lists a gondola and suspension bridge, though these are marked optional. Guides include Nancy, Diane, and Gogo, but assignments vary.

“Very comprehensive tour covering DMZ, including the 3rd tunnel, Dora Observatory, lunch in the Unification Village and suspension bridge. Gogo acted as a great guide with good organisation skills and interesting commentary during the bus journey. I also did the gondala, which is a short add-on but definitely worth it. Altogether highly recommend!”

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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour - Bukchon’s hanok lanes and photo stops
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Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

9.Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,321 reviews · 4 - 9 hours · from $32

This English-guided Seoul tour pairs Gyeongbokgung Palace and its royal guard ceremony with Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Pavilion, a Korean ginseng shop and a finish at Gwangjang Market. Choose a shorter route, a Tuesday version with Deoksugung Palace or N Seoul Tower, or a full-day extension. Guides include Sophie, Sunny, Grace, Chloe and Shin.

“Excellent tour. Grace and all the staff were very good. This was a great way to learn about the history and culture of Korea and see some amazing sights. The tour is very well-organised and it's excellent value for money. There are also plenty of opportunities to ask questions. I would strongly recommend it to anyone.”

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DMZ; NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge,Hotel pickup - Imjingak: monuments, memory, and a meeting point
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DMZ; NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge,Hotel pickup

10.DMZ; NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge,Hotel pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,055 reviews · 7 hours - 510 minutes · from $45

Travel from Seoul with a licensed guide to Imjingak, the Third Infiltration Tunnel, and Dora Observatory, where you can look toward North Korea. Choose a red or lake suspension bridge route, or add a meeting with a North Korean defector at Imjingak’s North Korea Experience Hall. Guides include Grace, Lily, Yoon, Sadie, Katie, and AJ.

“Erica was amazing ! I highly recommend this guide, the explanations were very clear.”

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DMZ Tour (Exclusive offer: NK Defector meet up & Experience Hall) - Dora Observatory and a view toward the North
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DMZ Tour (Exclusive offer: NK Defector meet up & Experience Hall)

11.DMZ Tour (Exclusive offer: NK Defector meet up & Experience Hall)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,960 reviews · from $35

Spend about seven hours exploring the DMZ by air-conditioned coach, with a guide such as Felicity, Miel or Katie explaining the history along the way. Stops include Imjingak Park, the Third Infiltration Tunnel, Dora Observatory and Dorasan Station. This offer also features a North Korean defector meet-up and Experience Hall. Bring your passport, and wear shoes suited to a steep tunnel walk.

“Lily from Seoul City Tour was amazing! It was super cool! Got some snail cream haha! Everything was very punctual!”

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DMZ Tour from Seoul – Optional Suspension Bridge Experience - Dorasan Station: a stop you cannot make
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DMZ Tour from Seoul – Optional Suspension Bridge Experience

12.DMZ Tour from Seoul – Optional Suspension Bridge Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,918 reviews · from $27

Travel from central Seoul to the DMZ with a local guide, visit Imjingak Park and the Third Tunnel, then scan North Korea from Dora Observatory when weather allows. The tour takes about seven hours, though delays can extend the day. Central hotel pickup may be available. An optional suspension bridge is mentioned, but its details are not specified.

“It was a very valuable experience, well done tour. Jung was our guide, she was wonderful, energetic, knowledgeable and fun. I would highly recommend this tour!”

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South Korea Demilitarized Zone, DMZ Tour from Seoul - The Third Tunnel takes effort
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South Korea Demilitarized Zone, DMZ Tour from Seoul

13.South Korea Demilitarized Zone, DMZ Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,748 reviews · from $30

This roughly 7.5-hour morning tour travels from Seoul to Imjingak Park, the Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory, with military passport checks along the way. Expect a guide-led account of Korea’s division, a physically demanding tunnel visit and views toward North Korea. Guides have included Winnie, Kenny, Grace and Stella. Dorasan Station and other stops may depend on the day’s route.

“Absolutely recommend booking this DMZ experience, approximately from 6.30am-3pm jam packed but at good pacing. Winnie is extremely friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about her job. Mr Lee is a great driver keeping us all safe. Thank you again!!”

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DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge - Walking into the Third Tunnel
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DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

14.DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,724 reviews · from $55

This 7.5-hour guided trip from City Hall visits Imjingak Park, the North Korea Experience Hall, the Third Tunnel and Dora Observatory. Add Gamaksan Suspension Bridge for a mountain walk with big views. A passport is required, and the DMZ route can change with security or weather conditions.

“Our tour guide Junie was very knowledgable about the Korean history/war. Our driver, Mr. Kim was so accommodating and helping me in/out of the van. The tour was very interesting.”

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Full Day Tour In The Soop BTS Ver in PyeongChang Filming Location - What the $138.97 fare covers
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Full Day Tour In The Soop BTS Ver in PyeongChang Filming Location

15.Full Day Tour In The Soop BTS Ver in PyeongChang Filming Location

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,709 reviews · from $138

Leave Seoul at 7:20 am for the PyeongChang house where BTS filmed In The Soop, then visit Hyangho Beach’s famous BTS bus stop. The 12 to 13-hour trip includes round-trip transport, an English-speaking guide, entry, a snack and official merchandise. Guides on different departures have included Sarah, Cherry, Anna and Jaden.

“The experience of visiting in the soop is great. But because of the traffic it is an excessively long journey both to and from.Auto-translated”

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