Private tour in Seoul Kevin H
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Hello, I’m Kevin — Your Private Guide and Friend in Seoul 🇰🇷 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 — 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 — 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 — 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 “I 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 — what you want is what I provide. I especially enjoy introducing travelers to the authentic Korea that you might not discover on your own. 📸 Your Personal Photographer — 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 — so you can capture great memories without needing to ask strangers to take your picture. 👋 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: “Kevin, you have the experience and qualifications of a VIP guide — 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. 🎓 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? 🇰🇷 Official Korean Government–licensed tour guide since 1996 🎓 Tourism Management background 🏙️ Seoul resident since 1987 🌏 25+ years of experience connected to the tourism industry 👨👩👧👦 Private tours — no joining strangers 🗺️ Customized itineraries based on your interests 📖 Engaging storytelling, not just sightseeing 📸 Happy to take beautiful photos with your smartphone 🤝 Friendly, sincere and personal service 🎓 Actively involved in guide education and study 🔐 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 — and I'll be happy to create something special for you. Come as a traveler, leave as a friend. See you in Seoul! 🇰🇷 Best regards, Kevin H. Your licensed private guide and friend in Seoul 🙂
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We'll meet at your hotel and visit all the great sights of UNESCO cultural heritage How amazing that you can see UNESCO World Cultural Heritage during tour. The tour will be more interesting if I add history of Joseon dynasty and Kings. You will see how Korean life is through native Korean Kevin H’s eyes in the Korean Folk Village where you can see some performance, traditional buildings and village people. Please feel free to request Kevin H. the customized tour only for you and your family. Because there are many optional places to visit near Suwon Hwaseong fortress. Kevin H. will help you with much discounted coupon for the Folk Village. :)
My family enjoyed our day trip with Kevin to the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and the Folk Village. He shared the history of the fortress and explained its purpose and the interesting construction. The folk village was huge and he guided us through and explained some details we would have missed. Thank you, Kevin.
We booked two full day tours with Kevin H. I was concerned because I use a power wheelchair for mobility. Not a problem! Kevin’s car was plenty big enough for the four of us and the chair. Kevin went above and beyond, helping my friend fold, load, unload an unfold the chair. He was very honest about what destination might not be good for the chair and we decided that I would sit those spots out. The first tour was an all-day Seoul tour. One oof my primary reasons for visiting South Korea was to learn more about the history and culture. I am not sure I could find a better teacher! Kevin is a wealth of information and obviously loves to share about his country. The second tour was a bit out of town to a fortress and a folk village—a true “living museum!” PLEASE tale both tours! Also please know that if you are a person with a disability that you can book Kevin’s tours with full confidence that your needs will be taken care of and you will have a GREAT time! More details here: https://ucpahawaii.org/living-life-and-traveling-with-cerebral-palsy-one-week-in-south-korea/ A+ 5 stars!
This tour has been one of the highlights of our trip to Korea. Our guide, Kevin, was great. We visited the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and the Starfield Library. We had visited a folk village on a previous trip to Seoul so messaged him prior to the tour, asking him to substitute a Buddhist temple in Yongin for the folk museum. Kevin was very flexible and gladly made the change. He shared lots of information about the sites we were visiting. It was a great day!
Informative about county outside Seoul. I recommend it for people that have the time and want to know more about Korean. Good mix of historical, shows, and activity.
Kevin is an incredible tour guide. Super friendly patient and accommodating. We wanted to eat in KFV and he changed plan not only to allow us, but actually help us as well. Great Safe Driver very knowledgeable and well spoken in English. Funny and worth penny.
I would strongly recommend Kevin. He was extremely knowledgeable, polite & flexible to accommodate our requests. He has a professional touch with camera & given us a memorable memories under his directions for posing. Car was clean & comfortable too! He helped us haggling with local vendors too!
(1) I will pick you up from your hotel. (2) Drive for an hour to Suwon Hwaseong fortress to see beautiful middle-Joseon dynasty heritage. Suwon Hwasung fortress was constructed by 22nd king Jeongjo(1776 ~ 1800) of Joseon dynasty. This fortress itself is UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. We will enjoy the meaning of the fortress while walking along the wall and take break in the beautiful pavilion. ** Experience option: Korean archery, King Jongjo royal tour trolley. Lunch at a restaurant near the fortress or on the way. (3) Drive for half an hour to Korean Folk Village which was opened to keep Korean traditions in the village in 1974. Various original buildings were relocated from provinces. - Performance will depends on daily conditions. (3.1) [ask Kevin to add the following spot in the morning] - Starfield Library: one of the most famous photo spots (4) Drive back to your hotel and see you again. :)
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Free of charge 11-Passenger mini Van (with Full air conditioner and heater) Accommodate maximum 7 adults (5 or less recommended)
Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
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