Seoul · FOOD & DRINK
Korean food is ordered by pointing and eaten fast, which is why a guide pays for itself the first night. These 15 cover the markets, the barbecue houses and the pojangmacha tents, priced, timed and clear about exactly how much you will be expected to eat.
Taste Seoul street food, drinks, market dishes, and Korean culture on a small-group tour with local guides and flexible food stops.
“Super enjoyable experience despite a very cold evening in Seoul! Juno was an awesome guide and we were able to try some new and interesting dishes that we loved.”
Taste 10 Korean market specialties, learn local food customs, and play drinking games on a lively two-hour Gwangjang Market tour.
“excellent. good value for money and an entertaining guide. Thank you Jacob!”
Taste Seoul’s market foods, traditional sweets, dumplings, kimbap, tea, and more while exploring Jongno, Bukchon, and Insadong.
“Jae was an excellent tour guide! My group had a great time in the food tour and enjoyed all the different dishes we tried. Jae recommended some of his favorite restaurants (we went to one of them and it was fantastic!) 10/10 recommend. Thank you!”
Explore Seoul after dark with Korean BBQ, rice wine, soju, dumplings, hanok streets, and a small group capped at 12 people.
“This tour was a great intro to Seoul and it was fun to meet up with some other travelers as I was flying solo. Tried some food i never would have on my own.”
See Seoul by night with palace lights, Korean street food, makgeolli, raw beef, live octopus, temple lanterns, and vehicle transfers.
“It’s nice to see a palace and temple at night with all the lighting. I loved the food market. It’s all very delicious and definitely the highlight. In the evening the food market is less crowded. Lia is a great guide.”
Taste 12 Korean specialties across Gwangjang Market, a ramen shop, and Ikseon-dong with an English-speaking local guide in Seoul.
“Tour guide Suhas was great. Very enthusiastic about introducing Korean foods. Tasted above and beyond 12 foods.”
Taste seven traditional Korean spirits in a private Seoul distillery, learn Samhae soju's Joseon-era story, and drink with host Sam Lee.
“This was such a wonderful tour. Sam was an amazing host, full of knowledge and always ready with a laugh. Highly recommend this tour.”
Review of Seoul’s private 10-tasting food tour, with market food, palace views, local guides, practical tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“Julian was wonderful. He took us to places we would never have known about, and the food was absolutely amazing! He was super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. It was raining hard the day we went, and several places were closed, but Julian didn’t miss a beat-he took us to other places and made sure we had a great time. An authentic taste of Korea-highly recommend!!”
Join Jin for Korean fried chicken, beer, and a high-energy Jamsil sports game with chants, cheerleaders, and local insight.
“Booked this game last minute was hoping for the best. I had a great time Alex was very knowledgeable and helpful during the game”
Taste Seoul’s fried chicken and beer culture at three local restaurants, with Mangwon Market, expert guides, and an easy subway meeting point.
“All three stops were unique in their own way, but all had delicious chicken and beer. This was a great introduction to the chicken and beer scene in Seoul.”
See Seoul by e-bike, from Gyeongbokgung to Ikseon-dong, then finish with Korean comfort food and drinks in a small group.
“Fantastic tour very informative and fun. Hagar made sure we were safe. tour ended with authentic food and beer... YUM. Highly recommended!”
Taste Mangwon Market’s street food, Hanwoo beef, Korean fried chicken, and local food stories with guides Jay and Sam in Seoul.
“Jay was our guide and it was a great experience. She has such passion for the delicious food she has chosen to share with us. Loved every moment of the tour.”
Taste premium soju and fresh makgeolli in Seoul with Joe, compare traditional and commercial styles, mix cocktails, and learn the culture behind Korea’s drinks.
“A Must-Try Experience for Makgeolli & Soju Lovers! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This tasting experience was absolutely fantastic! We sampled a wide range of delicious makgeolli varieties and over a dozen different types of soju—each with its own unique Read more”
Cook four vegan Korean dishes with Soomin in a small Itaewon class featuring gimbap, sundubu jjigae, tofu, and edible flowers.
“This class was the perfect introduction to Korean cooking whether you are a vegan, vegetarian or meat eater. Soomin was a great instructor, taking the time to explain ingredients and processes while guiding us smoothly through the cookiRead more”
Walk from Insa-dong to Ikseon-dong and Gwangjang Market for Korean history, hanok lanes, and 3 to 5 street-food tastings.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and happy to explain Korea culture as well as the history. I had a really good time exploring everything with the group and taking pictures.”
Pick a palace, a border run or a night market.
