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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l'll pick you up from meeting point and visit all the great sites of Seoul and off-the-beaten tracks. There are many interesting places in Seoul that won't show up in your guidebook. Many of these places are far more interesting than the typical tourist areas. Sometimes it is very nearby tourists' area. Discover where locals go with me! I will bring you to every nook and cranny of Seoul. ♡ Dress Code: Smart Casual, Comfortable walking shoes. ♡ Feel free to request the custom tour only for you, please. :)
We had Kevin pick us up from the cruise terminal and then toured with him for 2 days. He did an excellent job showing us the city and we learned a lot about the history and the way of life in Seoul. He was informative and very flexible with our timetable and our desire to see different sites in the city. I highly recommend touring with Kevin. Thank you Kevin for a wonderful time in Seoul!
A fascinating tour! We saw so many things that I’d never have thought to do, let alone found. Kevin was a fount of information and ideas - we had to make some choices on the fly because of the cold weather, and he always had good options for all the areas of Seoul that we were going to. Thank you, Kevin, for the great day, and the exercise hiking up the mountain! 10/10 would recommend this tour.
Kevin was an excellent guide. We spent two days with Kevin - and could count on him to arrive early, help us maximize our time together, take us to great restaurants off the beaten path for tasty lunches, and capture great photos of us around Seoul. On this second day, Kevin created a custom itinerary based on our interests. This involved a fun hike and a stop at a cafe in the mountains that provided a beautiful view of Seoul. During the tour, we also visited a local produce market and a unique museum. We really enjoyed getting to explore lesser known parts of Seoul with a knowledgeable guide. Also, Kevin is an excellent driver and keeps his car very cool - which was amazing (and critical) in the summer heat!
Booked a personalized tour with Kevin. We wanted to shop around Seoul, looking at antique and resale stores instead of retail stores. Kevin was able to give us exactly what we were looking for, plus a little retail shopping at some of the more popular food and shopping areas. He also provided us with information along the way of sites we passed.
I can't thank Kevin enough for my tour. Kevin went above and beyond my expectations of finding information for my family. Because I can't speak Korean, Kevin translated my documentations for me and spoke with many people in order to find what I was looking for. He provided me with so much information that I would not have been able to get on my own. I am so thankful for my new friend, Kevin! Highly recommended!
Kevin was very nice and informative. His van was a great way to see the city and surrounding areas! We had an amazing Korean lunch with him as well! I would highly recommend Kevin!
(1) I will pick you up from your hotel/address (2) First we will see the Changing of Guard ceremony (no ceremony on Tuesdays) at Gyeongbok palace or Deoksu palace. (3) Then visit Dangun Shrine quickly. It is the very small place in memory of Korean progenitor but it is "the heart of Koreans". (4) We will visit small interesting Mt. Inwong which commend a fine view of Seoul and have a shamanistic rock. It is as interesting as N Seoul Tower though. (5) Visit local traditional market, local cafe or any attraction. It is real life of Koreans. ** Some part of the itinerary is my secret. Please be sure to give me "your interested theme" when you book this tour so that I can prepare the itinerary based on your needs. (6) Drop you off at your hotel :)
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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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