Seodaemun Half Day Tour: Seodaemun Prison History Hall + Market Tour + Rice Cake Making Experience (Oct 31~Nov 30) - main

Seodaemun Half Day Tour: Seodaemun Prison History Hall + Market Tour + Rice Cake Making Experience (Oct 31~Nov 30) - 2

Seodaemun Half Day Tour: Seodaemun Prison History Hall + Market Tour + Rice Cake Making Experience (Oct 31~Nov 30) - 3

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Market Tour + Korean Craft ExperienceFREE TOUR (Oct 31~Nov 30)

Seodaemun Half Day Tour: Seodaemun Prison History Hall + Market Tour + Rice Cake Making Experience (Oct 31~Nov 30)

Availability

Sat & Sun (Oct 31~Nov 30)

Minimum Pax

1 Person

Duration

3 hours

Book

by 6:00pm KST 1 day prior

Confirmed

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Languages

English

Meet Location

Dongnimmun Station (Line 3) Exit 4

Included

English-speaking tour guide
Seodaemun Prison History Hall admission fee
Korean traditional craft experience
Rice cake making experience
5,000 won Onnuri gift certificate

Excluded

Traveler's insurance
Other personal expenses

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Free tour dates: Oct 31~Nov 30 (Sat & Sun)
100% FREE

Overview

Free Seoul history & market tour: explore Seodaemun, try Korean snacks & make traditional crafts!

Discover Seoul's history and local food culture on this free guided tour in Seoul. Visit Seodaemun Prison History Hall with an English-speaking guide, then head to Dongnimmun Yeongcheon Market for a team food mission using a 5,000 won Onnuri gift certificate per person. Make trending yogurt-filled chapssal-tteok (Korean glutinous rice cakes) and create your own Korean traditional knot souvenir to take home.

Why this tour?

Explore Seodaemun Prison History Hall and learn about Korea's history with an English-speaking guide
Discover local Korean snacks and complete a fun team mission at a traditional market
Try making yogurt-filled Korean rice cakes in a hands-on cooking activity
Create a traditional Korean knot craft as a unique souvenir
Join for free, with the museum admission fee and all listed activities included

▲ Seodaemun Prison History Hall
A former prison turned historical museum that offers insight into Korea's struggle for independence under Japanese colonial rule. Explore preserved prison buildings and historical exhibits while learning about the history of Seodaemun and nearby Dongnimmun, including their significance in Korea's past.

Yeongcheon Market in Seodaemun

*Photo credit: Seoul Tourism Organization

▲ Yeongcheon Traditional Market
Explore a traditional Korean market known for its local foods and everyday neighborhood culture. Learn about the market's history and discover Korean snacks as you take part in a fun team mission using a 5,000 won Onnuri gift certificate per person. Sample the food you purchase and enjoy a taste of local Seoul life.

▲ Yogurt Chapssal-tteok & Traditional Knot Souvenir Making
Get hands-on with Korean food and traditional crafts through two cultural activities. Try making trending yogurt-filled chapssal-tteok, a Korean glutinous rice cake, then create your own traditional Korean knot souvenir to take home as a keepsake of your Seoul trip.

Price

Price	Included	Included
Person	- English-speaking tour guide - Seodaemun Prison History Hall admission fee - Korean traditional craft experience - Rice cake making experience - 5,000 won Onnuri gift certificate

This is a free tour with museum admission fee and all listed activities included.
This tour departs with a minimum of 10 participants. If the tour is canceled due to the lack of participants, we will let you know in advance and issue a full refund.

Itinerary

Oct 31

1:30pm

Meet the guide at Dongnimmun Station (Line 3) Exit 4

1:40pm

Walk to Seodaemun Prison History Hall

1:45pm~2:25pm

Arrive at Seodaemun Prison History Hall
- Learn about the history of Seodaemun and Dongnimmun from the guide

2:25pm~2:35pm

Walk to Dongnimmun Yeongcheon Market
- Take a group photo in front of the market

2:35pm~2:55pm

Explore the market and participate in special missions
- Learn about the market's history and the foods sold there, followed by an explanation of the missions. Each person receives a 5,000 won Onnuri gift certificate and draws a mission card.

2:55~3:15pm

Complete the mission at the market

3:15pm~3:30pm

Share and enjoy the food purchased during the mission

3:30pm~3:55pm

Yogurt chapssal-tteok (Korean glutinous rice cake) making experience
- Try making the trending yogurt-filled chapssal-tteok

3:55pm~4:25pm

Korean traditional knot souvenir making experience

4:25pm~4:30pm

Wrap up and conclude the tour at Donggimmun Yeongcheon Market

The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.

Nov 1~30

12:00pm

Meet the guide at Dongnimmun Station (Line 3) Exit 4

12:10pm

Walk to Seodaemun Prison History Hall

12:15pm~12:55pm

Arrive at Seodaemun Prison History Hall
- Learn about the history of Seodaemun and Dongnimmun from the guide

12:55pm~1:05pm

Walk to Dongnimmun Yeongcheon Market
- Take a group photo in front of the market

1:05pm~1:25pm

1:25pm~1:45pm

Complete the mission at the market

1:45pm~2:00pm

Share and enjoy the food purchased during the mission

2:00pm~2:25pm

Yogurt chapssal-tteok (Korean glutinous rice cake) making experience
- Try making the trending yogurt-filled chapssal-tteok

2:25pm~2:55pm

Korean traditional knot souvenir making experience

2:55pm~3:00pm

Wrap up and conclude the tour at Donggimmun Yeongcheon Market

The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.

How to book

1. Complete your booking.
2. Check your email.
3. Enjoy it.

Please keep in mind

Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meeting time.
This tour departs with a minimum of 10 participants. If the tour is canceled due to the lack of participants, we will let you know in advance and issue a full refund.

Cancellation policy

*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 3 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).

FAQ

Is this Seoul history and market tour free?

Yes! This guided Seoul tour is completely free of charge.

Is an English-speaking guide available?

Yes, an English-speaking guide will accompany you during the tour and introduce the history of Seodaemun and Dongnimmun, as well as the local market.

What time does the tour start?

On October 31, the tour starts at 1:30pm. From November 1 onward, it starts at 12:00pm. Please check your selected date for the correct meeting time.