Tour guide in Seoul Kevin H.

Seoul, South Korea

Korean, English, Japanese, Cantonese

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I'm Kevin H., your private tour guide in Seoul

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Hello, I’m Kevin β€” Your Private Guide and Friend in Seoul πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Licensed Korean Tour Guide since 1996 | 30+ Years of Tourism Experience | Seoul Resident since 1987. Welcome to Seoul! I’m Kevin, an officially licensed tour guide recognized by the South Korean Government since 1996. License No. 1996-01-0100 I studied Tourism Management at Gyeonggi University and first got my feet wet in the tourism industry as a part-time guide in 1988. After spending 20 years in the telecommunications industry, I returned to what I truly love β€” showing visitors the Korea I know and love. For the past 15+ years, I have specialized in private, personalized tours of Seoul and beyond. 🀝 More Than a Tour β€” Meet a Friend in Seoul I believe the best way to experience Korea is not simply to visit famous places, but to see them through the eyes of someone who lives here. My tours are designed to feel like spending a day with a good Korean friend β€” someone who knows where to go, what to eat, what stories to tell and how to make your time special. Whether you want to discover Seoul's iconic highlights or explore hidden neighborhoods far from the usual tourist routes, I'll create an experience that matches your interests, your pace and your travel style. My goal is simple: When our tour is over, I hope you can say β€œI came to Seoul as a traveler but I left with a good friend here.” And years later, I hope you'll still remember the stories, laughter, food and moments we shared with your family or friends. 🌏 From Seoul Highlights to Hidden Korea The tours listed on my profile are some of my best and most popular experiences but they are only a starting point. Want something different? Just ask Kevin! Food, history, culture, shopping, photography, local neighborhoods, hidden gems, Korean traditions, day trips or something completely customized β€” what you want is what I provide. I especially enjoy introducing travelers to the authentic Korea that you might not discover on your own. πŸ“Έ Your Personal Photographer β€” Bonus! Want beautiful Instagram-worthy memories of your trip? I've got you! Whenever you like I'll happily take photos of you and your family with your own smartphone β€” so you can capture great memories without needing to ask strangers to take your picture. πŸ‘‹ So, Who Is Kevin? I'm just an open-minded ordinary Korean guy who genuinely enjoys meeting people from around the world. I was born in Gyeongju, one of Korea's most historic cities, and I've lived in Seoul since 1987. I've experienced Korea through many different chapters of life and I love sharing not only the facts and history but also the stories, little details, local perspectives and everyday culture that make Korea interesting. Some of my guests have told me: β€œKevin, you have the experience and qualifications of a VIP guide β€” make sure people know that!” That made me smile but what matters most to me is something simpler: Making your day in Korea truly enjoyable and memorable. πŸŽ“ Sharing My Experience With Other Guides I also lead a study group for FIT (Free Independent Traveler) tour guides. I believe that great guides should never stop learning. By sharing knowledge and experiences with fellow guides, I hope we can continue to create more valuable, authentic and memorable private tours for travelers visiting South Korea. ⭐ Why Book With Kevin? πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Official Korean Government–licensed tour guide since 1996 πŸŽ“ Tourism Management background πŸ™οΈ Seoul resident since 1987 🌏 25+ years of experience connected to the tourism industry πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Private tours β€” no joining strangers πŸ—ΊοΈ Customized itineraries based on your interests πŸ“– Engaging storytelling, not just sightseeing πŸ“Έ Happy to take beautiful photos with your smartphone 🀝 Friendly, sincere and personal service πŸŽ“ Actively involved in guide education and study πŸ” Your Guide, Your Choice When booking a private tour in Korea I recommend choosing a properly licensed professional tour guide. You can check my official tour guide license number and license photo on my profile. Your trip deserves a guide with experience, qualifications and genuine proud of Korea. ✨ Kevin is just one click away! Why not take a look at my tours and see which one feels right for you? And if you don't find exactly what you're looking for, send me a message. Tell me what you want to see, eat, experience or discover in Korea β€” and I'll be happy to create something special for you. Come as a traveler, leave as a friend. See you in Seoul! πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Best regards, Kevin H. Your licensed private guide and friend in Seoul πŸ™‚

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  • Jessica S.United States
    3 days ago

    Kevin truly went above & beyond to make our time in Seoul unforgettable! From taking us to one of his favorite local restaurants for our first authentic Korean meal to accommodating last-minute changes so we could visit old friends, he made the entire experience feel personal rather than like a typical tour guided tour. His knowledge of Korean history, culture, and...

  • Tracey M.Canada
    5 days ago

    Kevin was amazing! He made sure we saw everything... hurried us when necessary to get the best view point or picture... showed us all the highlights without going overboard. He is an excellent guide, with great English. I would highly recommend Kevin and any tour he was guiding!

    Replied from the guide, Kevin H.

    November 2026

    Dear Customer, I couldn’t thank you enough for enjoying Kevin’s tour as well as ToursByLocals’ service. Actually it was not only my job but also your cooperation too, thank you again for this too. I am sure you had enjoyed the rest part of your staying in Seoul too. βœ… Please visit Seoul again in different season when your finished with other countries. Best regards,...

  • Johannes J.Germany
    1 week ago

    Replied from the guide, Kevin H.

    November 2026

    Dear Customer, I understand that all tourists are very busy at home after tour. In this regard, your 5-starts during busy hours are really precious for me. I hope this was nice introduction so that you can visit again in the future when you finish going around the globe. Who knows you can visit again suddenly, in the near future. Until that day, my service will grow...

  • Berto Z.United States
    1 week ago

    We had an amazing experience exploring Seoul! Kevin (our tour guide) was absolutely wonderfulβ€”very knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. The service was truly personalized, making sure everything was tailored to our interests and preferences. He shared so much interesting information about Seoul, its history, culture, and hidden gems, while making the entire experience...

    Replied from the guide, Kevin H.

    November 2026

    Dear Berto, Thank you very much for enjoying my tour. And I appreciate your review here during busy days after tour. Times is really flying; the autumn leaves is turning colors here. I hope you can come again in the future in the autumn too. I am also happy it was good experience for you and you can leave friend in Seoul, South Korea. I appreciate your visit again and...

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