Korean Folk Village Tour: A Journey Back To The Joseon Dynasty From Seoul
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the Joseon dynasty at the Korean Folk Village. Experience traditional activities, watch craftsmen at work, and enjoy the charm of this historic village.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Seoul - You will be in Seoul around 1 pm, depart to Korean Folk Village, with comfortable transportation and your knowledgeable tour guide. The trip takes about an hour from Seoul.
  • Korean Folk Village - Since its foundation in 1974, the village has been loved as a tourist destination. Here you will find authentic Korean traditional houses which have been relocated and reconstructed from different parts of Korea. You can also enjoy Korean traditional performances, such as Korean farmer’s music and dancing and acrobatic tightrope walking (except on rainy days). The Korean Folk Village is also home to numerous collections of Korean cultural artifacts, and provides visitors an opportunity to experience and learn about Korean culture firsthand.

The site promotes traditional Korean culture to both domestic and international visitors, and provides an open-air learning place for the generations to come. In addition, it has been used as a filming location for many Korean TV shows, and is therefore a very popular tour destination for both domestic as well as international tourists. Take lots of pictures at the Korean Folk Village and to remember your beautiful stay in Korea!

  • Seoul - After your visit, you will be dropped off at the Myeongdong Station.
What's Included
  • Complimentary pick-up at two locations in Seoul
  • Guidance from a professional tour guide
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Additional Information

On this half-day tour scheduled for the afternoon, you’ll explore the Korean Folk Village showcasing the lifestyle of the Joseon dynasty through its 270 notable historic homes, many of which have been featured in traditional soap operas. Get a glimpse into the life in the Joseon era and earlier periods. You’ll also have the opportunity to indulge in entertaining activities like traditional mask dances, known as ‘Tal-chum’, and other traditional games. As you tour the village, you’ll come across traditional artisans working on pottery, blacksmithing, and traditional clothing. Other highlights include attractions suitable for both children and adults, such as Korean traditional soap operas ensuring an enjoyable afternoon.

  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • This tour is proceeding with minimum 4 participants and if the participants number is below it, the tour can be moved to another date or cancelled.
  • Not recommended for travelers with walking problems
Location
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Boon_o
Apr 5, 2024
Wonderful experience. - Excellent guide ! Our tour guide Veronica was wonderful. A great place to spend a part of your vacation time here. .............. :)
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Adventure24913391039
Apr 2, 2024
Great place to visit. - We have a great time with this tour. We enjoyed the performance. Our guide Veronica was excellent. She explained the cutural history during Josean period. Veronica also participated in the act with us for photographs. Overall she is very helpful with her clients. Place not to be missed if you like period history.
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599kimt
Jun 19, 2023
First time to Korea - Excellent host Brian. We learned so much about Korean culture. Korea is absolutely beautiful! Would definitely take this tour again, it was organized and timely.
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Audec349
May 25, 2023
Great tour ! - Very good tour, Lloyds is friendly and makes sure we see as much as possible. He explained the korean culture folk museum with care!
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Stephanieannand
May 25, 2023
Great out of city half day! - Convenient half day trip with city pickup, Mr Lloyd was a great driver and guide who introduced a lot of historic and cultural aspects of the Folk Village.
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Christinaaw7467zg
May 3, 2023
Great trip - Great trip! We could take a look at the North Korean side from afar. Went into a tunnel and could see the other side from there too.
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Marlen_l
Apr 25, 2023
Excelent guide - Really enjoyed this trip. Dancers willing for picture's taken. Excellent guide, very polite, recomendable
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Alan_t
Apr 7, 2023
Throw back in time - Jenny was a fantastic guide. The ride out from the city was just under one hour but she gave a good historical background of S. Korea on the way. And when at the Folk Village, she was great at explaining the cultural aspect of this Joseon dynasty village. There is no history test at the end but you would ace it because Jenny was so engaging.
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Efstratios
Sep 8, 2017
The folk village tour is definite... - <p>The folk village tour is definite must if you're in Seoul. Our tour guide, Anna, was great. She made sure we were able to catch the live action shows of the village and gave thorough explanations of the village. Her English was excellent. For a half-day tour, we got the highlights. If there is time, I would recommend spending a full day since there's so much to see there.</p>
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Twoeight
Dec 29, 2019
Rainy day and cold at Korean Folk Village - Over all the tour was ok, the weather was not great , cold and a little rainy . The shows were cancel , so we ended walking around for 2 hours . The weather was cold so we just want to get inside and be warm . I think it’s an ok tour. There was another with us and we was seated in a large van . Linda
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