Private tour in Seoul Lee C

Ultimate foodie tour - The best food markets (Gwangjang / Fish market / Meat market & Mangwon market)

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Lee C.

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Hi, it’s Lee - formerly a big firm analyst, and now a happy tour guide! 😊 I was born and raised in Seoul and have lived in five different countries: Canada, the US, Australia, Russia, and Germany. I also traveled to over 40 countries. I studied Business in Seoul, including a year-long exchange program in the US, and completed my MBA in Sydney. After finishing my MBA, I wanted to pursue a career change to become a professor, leveraging my field experience. I worked as a market researcher, research analyst, and marketer at major companies. It was a highly paid, stable job - what many would call a good life. But I’ve always preferred being in nature over an office. I hiked Kilimanjaro solo, Annapurna Base Camp solo, Olympus solo, Everest Base Camp, Fuji, the Alps solo, Patagonia, and many other mountains worldwide. (By “solo,” I mean literally alone or with a hiking guide, as some countries require one.) I've also led a hiking club for over five years and usually travel overseas more than five times a year to hike mountains. Here are some of my highlights 2017 Japan, Fuji 2 days (3,776m) 2017 Nepal, Annapurna Base Camp 6 days (4,130m) 2018 Tanzania, Kilimanjaro Stella Point 6 days (5,656m) 2019 Nepal, Kala Patthar (5,644m) / Everest Base Camp 9 days (5,364m) 2022 Switzerland, Alps Vues du Mont Blanc 4 days (2,970m) 2022 Greece, Olympus 2 days (2,918m) 2023 Mongolia, Altai Tavan Nogd Base Camp 7 days (3,100m) 2025 Chile, Patagonia W Trek 4 days A few years ago, I started my own travel agency, operating nature and city tours. (Registered agency for foreign visitors in Korea and vice versa). Most of my tours focus on food and hiking. Now I can hike more often, enjoy great food with travelers full of laughter, and practice calligraphy every day, which I also love. I’m definitely happier now. 💕☺️ If you visit Korea, please contact me! Just as I enjoy my hometown, Seoul, I truly want others to experience its culture and nature as well. Thank you for reading. Hope to see you in Korea! 😊 Cheers, Lee [ International experience ] Born and raised in Seoul / Lived in 5 different countries (USA, Canada, Australia, Russia, Germany) / Traveled mostly solo over 40 countries [ Tourism ] . English language tour guide for foreign guests (KBO, Korea Tourism Organization) [ University education ] . Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Seoul, Korea . MBA (Master's degree in Business Administration), Sydney, Australia [ Language teaching (Korean / English) ] . Korean language teacher certificate (Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism) . International TEFL and TESOL Diploma in teaching English (ITTT) [ Hiking ] . Mountain leader training program (Korean National Park Mountain Safety Institute) . Solo hikes in Kilimanjaro summit, ABC (Annapurna Base Camp), Olympus, Alps, and much more . Group hikes in EBC (Everest Bast Camp), Kala Patthar, Patagonia, Fuji, Altai, and much more . Hiking club leader over 5 years [ Others ] . Calligraphy competition awards (9 times) . Craftsman Cook, Korean Food license (Ministry of Food and Drug Safety) . Deutsch B1 certificate I don't offer driving service or book a car for you. If you rent a car with a driver, I will accompany you in the vehicle. Please let me know in advance. :-) * If you drive yourself, I will not accompany you.

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Overview of your Seoul tour

Let's take a locals' look at Seoul on this walking tour of food markets. Start with Gwangjang Market, Seoul's oldest covered market. The market was featured in Nexflix show, 'Street Food'. You choose food you want. I'll show you some of my favorites! They are famous for mung bean pancake and seaweed rolls. After eating, walk along Cheonggyecheon stream where locals love to hang out and relax. *** You can go to Majang meat market or Noryangjin fish market instead of Gwangjang market. Take the subway to the second market. Continue to Mangwon market. The market is famous for sweet chicken and croquette. If you want, we can visit a cafe nearby. The area is called 'Manglidan-gil', one of the trendiest spots with lots of cafes. These markets are the most popular food markets in Seoul not only for tourists but also locals. If you want to see Hongdae area where all the young people hang out, we take a bus and visit there. Come with an empty stomach and enjoy the good local food! :-)

Your Seoul tour itinerary

On the tour we see; - Gwangjang market (Try local Korean food) - Chenggyecheon stream (Amazing nature in the city center) - Heunginjimun Gate / Dongdaemun Gate (One of the main gates in Hanyangdoseong fortress in the Joseon Dynasty) - Mangwon market (Try local Korean food) - Hongdae area (Visit the trendiest place in Seoul) *** You can choose Majang meat market or Noryangjin fish market instead of Gwangjang market * Please note that all the food in the tour is NOT inclusive. * One group is up to 7people for this tour * The schedule is subject to change * I’m not responsible for any loss, injury, illness, accident or/and damage to persons or/and property incurred during the tour.

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Subway

[ Meeting Point ] Jongno 5-ga (종로 5가) subway station (line 1), Exit8 (in front of the police station) We meet in front of the subway station, and walk to the market.

What's included
Private Guide
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Other: Personal expenses. Food / drink in the market Your own travel Insurance
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Seoul, Seoul, 03195, South Korea

[ Meeting Point ] Jongno 5-ga (종로 5가) subway station (line 1), Exit8 (in front of the police station) Taxes are significantly cheaper in Korea than many countries. You can ask your hotel to arrange one, or use Uber / Kakao T if you don't want to take the subway. [ Hotel pick-up ] Available for hotels in Jongno-gu and Jung-gu only. [ Early pick-up ] For an additional 50,000 KRW (or 40 USD), early pick-up is available 30 minutes before the tour start time, depending on my schedule.

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Tour categories
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1128954
Languages
English
Korean
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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