Discover the unseen facets of Seoul’s culinary landscape on a 4-hour hidden street food tour. This intimate, guided experience takes travelers off the beaten path, uncovering family-owned eateries, street stalls, and secret gardens. Savor authentic flavors, from spicy tteokbokki to crispy Korean-style fried chicken, and learn about traditional crafts and artisanal foods. With a maximum of 10 travelers, this personalized tour ensures a unique experience. Meet at Namdaemun Vegetable Hotteok at 1:00 PM, and get ready for a fun-filled afternoon in Seoul. Want to know what other culinary surprises await?
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Just The Basics
• Explore Seoul’s hidden gems on a 4-hour food tour, featuring family-owned eateries, street stalls, and local artisans.
• Discover authentic flavors, including tteokbokki, Korean-style fried chicken, hotteok, and makgeolli, a traditional Korean rice wine.
• The tour takes you off the beaten path, uncovering secret gardens, tiny cafes, and local crafts.
• Meet at Namdaemun Vegetable Hotteok at 1:00 PM, and don’t forget your T-money card for the bus ride.
• This intimate, guided experience is limited to 10 travelers, ensuring a personalized culinary adventure in Seoul.
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Tour Details and Logistics
This 4-hour food tour takes you on a gastronomic journey through Seoul, South Korea, with a scheduled start time of 1:00 PM.
You’ll embark on a culinary adventure, exploring the city’s hidden gems and savoring local flavors.
The tour includes lunch, a guided experience, and one bus ride (don’t forget your T-money card!).
With a maximum of 10 travelers, you’ll get an intimate and personalized experience.
Be sure to book in advance, as the tour requires a minimum number of participants.
And, if needed, you can cancel up to 24 hours prior for a full refund.
Exploring Seoul’s Hidden Gems
From bustling streets to secret alleys, this food tour reveals the unseen facets of Seoul’s culinary landscape, where ancient traditions meet modern twists.
This journey will take you off the beaten path, uncovering hidden gems that only a local would know.
Savoring street food: Discover authentic flavors at family-owned eateries and street stalls.
Exploring back alleys: Uncover hidden gems, from tiny cafes to secret gardens.
Meeting local artisans: Learn the stories behind traditional crafts and artisanal foods.
Get ready to learn about Seoul’s vibrant culture, where every bite and encounter is a testament to the city’s rich heritage.
Foodie Delights on the Menu
Tempting flavors and aromas await as you explore Seoul’s culinary scene, where traditional eats like hotteok and mayak gimbap mingle with modern twists on classic dishes.
Savor the sweet and spicy kick of tteokbokki, or indulge in the crispy, savory goodness of Korean-style fried chicken.
For a sweet treat, try the soft, chewy texture of hotteok, a traditional Korean pancake-like dessert.
And don’t forget to wash it all down with a refreshing glass of makgeolli, a traditional Korean rice wine.
With so many flavors to explore, your taste buds will be doing the K-pop dance in no time!
Meeting Point and Itinerary
After sampling Seoul’s culinary delights, it’s time to get down to business and plan the logistics of your food tour adventure. To ensure a seamless experience, it’s essential to know the meeting point, itinerary, and what to expect.
Meeting Point: Namdaemun Vegetable Hotteok, 12 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Start Time: 01:00 PM
What to Bring: Your T-money card for a bus ride
With these details, you’ll be all set for an unforgettable food tour experience in Seoul!
What to Expect on the Tour
As you embark on this gastronomic adventure, you can expect a comprehensive culinary experience that combines a guided tour, lunch, and a bus ride, ensuring a fun-filled afternoon in Seoul.
Confirmation of your booking will be received immediately, and don’t worry about accessibility – strollers are welcome, and infant seats are available. However, please note that the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible.
You’ll be happy to know that most travelers can participate, but remember to bring your T-money card for the bus ride. And, if you’re planning to indulge in some Korean soju, you’ll need to be over 19 years old.
With a maximum of 10 travelers, you’ll enjoy a personalized experience exploring Seoul’s hidden street food gems.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
With a flexible booking policy in place, travelers can breathe easy knowing they can cancel or modify their plans without incurring hefty penalties.
The cancellation and refund policy for the Hidden Street Food Food Tour in Seoul is designed to be traveler-friendly.
Full refund: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
No refund: Cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, no refund will be given.
Changes not accepted: Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time won’t be accepted.
Reviews From Fellow Travelers
Travelers who’ve embarked on the Hidden Street Food Food Tour in Seoul have been thrilled with their experience, as evidenced by the impressive 5.0 rating based on 4 reviews.
Fellow travelers have raved about the tour, with one reviewer, Emmanuelle_C, calling it ‘perfect – a great food experience and a wonderful moment’ in their October 2023 review.
The tour’s success can be attributed to its unique blend of flavors, hidden gems, and local insights.
With a maximum of 10 travelers, the tour provides an intimate and personalized experience.
It’s no wonder that travelers have given it a perfect score, and it’s clear that this tour is a must-do for anyone looking to uncover Seoul’s culinary secrets.
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Insider Tips for the Tour
Before diving into the culinary exploration, fuel up with a light breakfast to save room for the delectable dishes awaiting you on the Hidden Street Food Tour in Seoul.
To make the most of your tour:
Come hungry: With a variety of dishes to try, you’ll want to arrive with an empty stomach.
Dress comfortably: You’ll be walking and exploring the streets of Seoul, so wear shoes that can keep up.
Bring cash: Some vendors may not accept credit cards, so it’s a good idea to have some local currency on hand.
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Final Words
With a full belly and a newfound appreciation for Seoul’s culinary underbelly, you’ll leave this tour feeling like a true local.
The Hidden Street Food Tour in Seoul is an unforgettable adventure that will leave you craving for more – and not just because of the mouth-numbing spicy tteokbokki.
It’s a crash course in Korean cuisine, a stroll through hidden alleys, and a culinary awakening all rolled into one.