South Korea · DINING EXPERIENCES
15 dining experiences you can book right now, each with its price, its running time and the kind of traveller it suits. Start at the top and work down.
See Seoul’s sunset from Naksan Park, walk the old fortress wall, enjoy a café drink, and share a Korean dinner with a local guide.
“A really nice sunset tour, Jin was kind and helpful ! I enjoyed the restaurant, the cafe and all the advices and recommendations Jin gave us. Thanks :)”
Join a Seoul host for Korean fried chicken, local sports, and nonstop cheering at Jamsil, with tickets and subway guidance included.
“Our host was Alex. He gave a good briefing on basic baseball rules to the whole group of us who were all first timers to baseball game. My husband Eugene and I was seated in the best seats behind the batter, in the mixed section supporting both Doosan Bears and Kia Tigers. Alex came to check on us during the game three times to make sure we were ok. Such an enjoyable time! Thanks Alex!”
Explore Busan's Jagalchi Market, choose fresh seafood, and learn clam soup preparation during a small-group dinner with local guidance.
“We had an amazing tour with Paul. He shared local insights, stories and tales. Food was plenty and absolutely delicious.”
Explore Seoul’s palaces, markets, temples, and classic Korean food on a private nine-hour tour with hotel pickup and meals.
“It was bad luck for our guide that it rained heavily all day. Tony tried very hard to help us see and experience Seoul.”
Review of Seoul’s private evening tour with Hongdae, Korean BBQ, local neighborhoods, public transit, and 360-degree Namsan night views.
“Our guide Ben met us promptly on time, it became a private tour, only the two of us. He was very informative and took us to many places we would have missed. We experienced all forms of transport, getting up to Seoul Tower was very busy by bus, but it was worth it. Ben was very willing to talk about anything we asked him, and all the places that we visited were great. Lunch was lovely with a couple of beers, and then we walked it off. The archictecture between old and new is amazing. We finished the tour with a wonderful performance at the theatre, it was a very…”
Walk Seoul’s Naksan Park at sunset, stop for a hillside drink, then enjoy local Korean food and makgeolli with a small group.
“Although, I was solo on the tour and older than my guide Jin. He was amazing, making sure my experience was enjoyable. The tour started with a walk in Naksan Park that really works up an appetite. And for dinner I had the pork rib stew and it was delicious. I would recommend this tour because of the price, and you get a chance to see a quaint neighborhood in Seoul.”
Review of Seoul’s Noryangjin Fish Market Dinner, with fresh seafood, local guidance, pricing, itinerary details, and practical booking advice.
“The fish market dinner is a pretty unique experience. First, there's the visit to the fish market. It's the retail part of the market with aisle after aisle of every kind of fish you can imagine. There is a set menu on the tour, with some flexibility, bRead more”
Review of Seoul Jolly Tour’s private full-day Seoul tour, with palaces, Bukchon, markets, traditional meals, tea, and private transport.
“We recently enjoyed a full-day tour of Seoul, which included visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Blue House, Kwangjang Market, and several other iconic sites. Our guide, Laura, was exceptional—her deep knowledge of Korean hisRead more”
Learn Korean cooking with Sue, then enjoy Bulgogi, Japchae, dessert, and sunset views at a small Jeju seaside dinner.
“We had a wonderful time learning some Korean cooking basics with Sue. She is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic teacher, and the food was delicious!”
Explore Seoul’s Noryangjin Fish Market, choose fresh seafood with an English guide, and enjoy a local-style dinner in two hours.
“Enjoyed this food market dinner, was able to pay extra to get crab too!”
Pair Korean barbecue with wine in Sinchon, learn local drinking manners, stroll the neighborhood, and share a relaxed dinner with a small private group.
“This was such a nice experience! I booked it as a surprise for my mum who is visiting me in Korea. I thought we might need some conversation with others by this point in the trip… I can’t recommend this enough. There was only us and one other person on our tour. Taser was a very good host who knew a lot about the area, Sinchon and about wine. But he was also very thoughtful, and interesting and great to talk to. As was the other guest on the tour which made for a great few hours enjoying lovely food and wine, and great company. It really was something different…”
Review of Seoul’s 6-hour private Gangnam tour, with Bongeunsa Temple, COEX, royal tombs, shopping, Korean dinner, and hotel pickup.
“This was the best way to explore the city on foot. It was a great blend of culture and sights. Bergen was fantastic! Highly recommend.”
Join a Seoul sports match with K-food, local cheering, stadium drinks, and a private guide at Jamsil Sports Complex.
“We had a great trip with Thomas, we tried Korean fried chicken and had a beer prior to the basketball game, he explained the rules of the game whilst we were eating. He checked in often to explain what was happening or answer any questions. Would highly recommend for any sports lovers looking for something a little different to do!”
Review of Seoul’s private Gangnam tour, with Bongeunsa Temple, royal tombs, shopping, Kwangjang Market dinner, and Korean rice wine.
“Our wonderful tour guide, Bergen Park, made this day very special to us. We discussed via email our preferences and he made it possible. We enjoyed every minute of this day, and he did everything in his power to make it very convenient. Thank you Bergen Park!”
Explore Ikseon-Dong, learn Korean BBQ customs, and enjoy meat, banchan, beer, and soju on this intimate Seoul food tour.
“I went to try this experience by myself and it was a completely different scenario! What's so lovely is to do this with Korean friends who can explain what should be done and how: Secret Food Tours Korean BBQ truly did that!”
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