what to do in Seoul

A Review of the 2025 Afternoon Half Day Seoul City Tour, with a Visit to the Queen’s Quarters

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A Review of the 2025 Afternoon Half Day Seoul City Tour, with a Visit to the Queen’s Quarters So, you find yourself in Seoul with, like, only an afternoon free and you want to soak in as much history as possible without feeling totally rushed. That was basically my situation. The “Afternoon Half Day Seoul City Tour” that I spotted online, with its very interesting mention of a “Queen’s dorm,” just seemed to fit the bill perfectly. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical about how much we could really see in just a few hours. In a way, these shorter …

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A Taste of Tradition: 2025 Makgeolli Workshop & Dinner Review

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A Taste of Tradition: 2025 Makgeolli Workshop & Dinner Review You know, there are some experiences when you travel that just stick with you. I mean, they’re not just about seeing a sight; they are about feeling a place. For instance, the ‘Traditional Brew Master’s Workshop Visit & Dinner with Makgeolli’ was pretty much one of those times for me in Seoul. Honestly, I went in expecting just a simple lesson on making Korean rice wine. What I found was, frankly, a deep connection to a piece of Korea’s heart, served up in a clay bowl. As a matter of …

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Seoul Palace Tour 2025: A Full-Day Review & Guide

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Seoul Palace Tour 2025: A Full-Day Review & Guide So, you’re thinking about a trip to Seoul, right? You’ve seen the pictures, pretty much the grand palaces standing against a modern skyline, and it’s kind of calling to you. Well, I just got back from doing one of those Full-Day Palace Tours, and honestly, it’s an experience that sticks with you. It’s more or less a complete immersion, a day where you just let history wash over you. This isn’t, you know, just a quick look-see; it’s a very deep dive into the heart of the Joseon Dynasty. As a …

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A Genuine Look at the 2025 Seoul City Sightseeing Tour

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A Genuine Look at the 2025 Seoul City Sightseeing Tour So, you’re thinking about a trip to Seoul, and honestly, the sheer number of things to see can feel just a little overwhelming. You’ve got ancient palaces on one side and, well, a futuristic city on the other. A guided tour often seems like a pretty good way to see the highlights without the stress of planning every single step. This is really my take on the full-day ‘Seoul City Sightseeing Tour’ that takes you to some major spots like Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower. I mean, I went …

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