Seoul Fortress Wall Walk: Small Group Tour on Naksan Mountain
Uncover Seoul’s hidden side along the ancient City Wall on this immersive small-group walk through Naksan Mountain.
Led by a passionate local storyteller-guide, this 3-hour experience blends sweeping city views with captivating stories — from royal intrigue and wartime survival to surprising tales of kimchi and graffiti. Unlike a standard trek, this is a cultural journey designed for curious minds and thoughtful travelers.
- Walk Seoul’s fortress wall and learn how it shaped the city’s destiny
- Hear vivid stories of kings, royal captives, and legendary cabbage fields on the slopes of Naksan
- Capture stunning views with time for photos — without missing your guide’s voice (radio headset included)
- Explore Dongdaemun Design Plaza and lively Ihwa Mural Village along the way
- End at Marronnier Park in Daehak-ro, Seoul’s beloved art and theater district
- Ideal for history buffs, creative travelers, and those who want more than just a view.
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Seoul Fortress Wall Walk: Small Group Tour on Naksan Mountain
What's included in Seoul Fortress Wall Walk: Small Group Tour on Naksan Mountain
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
A futuristic cultural complex by Zaha Hadid, known for its fluid curves and role as Seoul’s design and fashion landmark.
Cheonggyecheon Stream
We pause at this revitalized stream to trace the invisible lines of old watercourses and imagine how they once flowed through the walled city
Naksan Park
Follow the ancient stones of Seoul’s fortress wall as it winds along Naksan, or “Camel Mountain.” This wall once guarded the newborn Joseon dynasty, and today offers sweeping views of a city forever in motion. But as with any good story — especially in Seoul — the name hides a twist. Let’s just say it involves a prince, a war, and a royal cabbage patch.
Inclusions
- Use of personal audio receiver system for better guide audibility during the tour.
- Small group walking tour led by a licensed guide
- Meals
- Transportation to/from the meeting point is not included. Guests are expected to arrive on their own.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- At Exit 1 of Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station — look for a guide with an orange flag.
End Points
- The tour ends at Marronnier Park in the heart of the Daehak-ro district.
