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The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk

1.5 hours – 2.5 hours
Max 25 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Seoul, South Korea

About this activity

Take a walk through the 600-year history of bloody massacres, mourning ghosts, and seedy hideaways. What lies under the concrete? Or WHO?

Highlights

  • The site of a royal massacre
  • The remains of a general’s home that had a bloody ending
  • The former red light district of Jongno 3-ga
  • How Pimatgol Alley aided the 1987 democracy movement
  • A bridge that tells the story of revenge

Full description

This is the side of Seoul that you won’t find in the tourism brochures. Take a walking tour down the dark alleys of the forgotten 600-year history of bloody massacres, seedy hideaways, and mourning ghosts.

Clairvoyants on the tour have reported that we also have a few vaporous guests who join us. Keep an eye out for them. Guests will receive a measure of protection from certain Japanese ghosts.

The original weekend walk explores what’s so exciting and intriguing about Korean history. Meeting outside Anguk Station exit 2, he guides you through twisting alleys and weird landmarks. 

Included / Excluded

  • Professional guide
  • Link to a map of everything discussed on the tour, including secret torture chambers
  • A charm to keep away evil spirits
  • Food and drinks at rest breaks
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

2 Bukchon-ro, Jae-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, KR

Anguk Station, exit 2

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is Rated R
  • No hotel pick up or drop off
  • There is a 1.5 hour Regular Edition and a 2.5 hour Extended Edition

Know before you go

  • Operates in most all weather conditions
  • There is a good bit of walking
  • Do not take a taxi to the meeting point. Use the subway
  • The tour leaves at 8 p.m. whether everyone is there or not

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Additional information

Minimum age is 18 years without guardian, A moderate amount of walking is involved, it is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Not wheelchair accessible, Please check the tour start location, as it's different depending on the day of week., Subway is the best way to arrive at the meeting point. Taxis tend to get stuck in traffic.
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