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Seoul: Bukchon Hanok Village Walking Tour
Seoul, South Korea
$50.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
What is 'OraeGage'?
'Oraegage' refers to a store that has been carrying on Seoul's tradition and value for a long time. It conveys the meaning of an old store that people want it to last even longer. Seoul has identified and designated OraeGage stores for the past five years from 2017, with the distinctive atmosphere and stories of Seoul, in order to showcase numerous tourist attractions of Seoul to tourists at home and abroad.
Bukchon, located in the north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jongno, embodies the spirit of our ancestors in 600 years of urban history.
Hanok is a traditional Korean architectural style that has developed and continued through various eras, and it still has considerable historical value to this day.
Through this tour, you can observe the changes in the appearance of Hanok over time. By encountering traditional Korean food, manners, and art, you will be able to understand the lifestyle and values of the noble class at that time.
'Oraegage' refers to a store that has been carrying on Seoul's tradition and value for a long time. It conveys the meaning of an old store that people want it to last even longer. Seoul has identified and designated OraeGage stores for the past five years from 2017, with the distinctive atmosphere and stories of Seoul, in order to showcase numerous tourist attractions of Seoul to tourists at home and abroad.
Bukchon, located in the north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jongno, embodies the spirit of our ancestors in 600 years of urban history.
Hanok is a traditional Korean architectural style that has developed and continued through various eras, and it still has considerable historical value to this day.
Through this tour, you can observe the changes in the appearance of Hanok over time. By encountering traditional Korean food, manners, and art, you will be able to understand the lifestyle and values of the noble class at that time.
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Seoul: Bukchon Hanok Village Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Coffee and/or Tea
- Licensed local tour guide
Meeting point
Anguk Station Exit 3(outside, Line 3)
Return details
Anguk Station Exit 3(outside, Line 3)
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Meet the guide at Exit 3 of Anguk Station, and now it's time to explain today's tour theme. As you listen to the guide's stories about Bukchon, you continue moving along the streets. The guide takes you through the winding alleyways, passing by the well-preserved Hanok houses, each with its own unique charm and history.
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The guide leads you all to the Onion Anguk Cafe, where you can see a modernized Hanok. Here, the guide explains the reasons why Hanok houses are beloved by people.
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Bukchon Traditional Culture CenterIf you saw the modernized Hanok during the first part of the tour, the second part will be dedicated to visiting traditional Hanok houses. The guide tell you a bit about the appearance of traditional Hanok houses. Experience it for yourself by seeing, listening, and feeling the surroundings.
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You embark on an alley trip to Bukchon Gyedong-gil, surrounded by numerous Hanok villages. This alley is perfect for a leisurely stroll and enjoying the outing.
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Bukchon Hanok VillageNow, we are going to move on to fully appreciate the scenery of Bukchon and to experience healing in the Hanok. We'll learn about the characteristics of Hanok and explore the differences between Western architecture and Korean architecture.
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Where the Joseon dynasty's family business of etching gold leaf on royal silk. During the Joseon Dynasty, the art of gold leaf culture was passed down through generations with historical significance. Even now, in Bukchon, traces of this tradition still remain. With the Kum Bak Yeon as its protagonist, the workshop embodies the essence of our traditional values, making it a place of cultural significance for everyone to appreciate. Let's immerse ourselves in the artistry of gold leaf craft and cherish the beauty that has endured through the ages by OraeGage artisan.
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The 'Baekinje', located in Bukchon-ro 7-gil is one of the traditional houses from the Joseon Dynasty and was designated as a Seoul Folk Cultural Heritage in 1977. You can admire the houses of the upper class during the Joseon Dynasty.
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Visit Sool Gallery and learn about Korean traditional liquor and quench your thirst with Korean traditional tea.
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Seoul: Bukchon Hanok Village Walking Tour
Seoul, South Korea
$50.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!