Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tour(EG Tour)

Experience a fascinating journey into South Korea's rich history and vibrant culture with this full-day tour. Start your day tour with a visit to the Korean Folk Village in Yongin at 10:30am, an open-air museum that brings to life the traditional culture of the Joseon Dynasty. As you stroll through the village, you'll get to see recreated traditional homes, crafts, and performances. After exploring the village, enjoy a delicious lunch before heading to Suwon Hwaseong, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This majestic fortress, built by King Jeongjo in the late 18th century, features nearly 6 kilometers of walls, watchtowers, and gates. Finally, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Suwon Nammun Market, a bustling traditional market that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty. Here, you can shop for local products, snacks, and souvenirs. At the end of the tour, we will travel back at 17:10pm with a hassle-free shuttle to Seoul, bringing home memories of Korea’s rich cultural heritage.

Korean Folk Village introduces traditional culture from the late Joseon period to both local and international visitors through cultural classes experience, shaman faith, seasonal customs and others. Also, the village shows various places with unique features such as a farming village, private house, official districts, Confucian academy, seodang (village school), and a village street in realistic descriptions, as well as, a nobleman’s house and traditional workshop. Performances including Nongak (farmer’s music), martial art on horseback, traditional wedding ceremony, and other special events are available by season. In particular, ‘Welcome to Joseon’, held every May, is a performance featuring time travel back to the olden days.

Suwon Hwaseong is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Suwon, South Korea. It was built in the late 18th century by King Jeongjo as a fortress and palace complex. The fortress walls span almost 6 kilometers and are dotted with four gates and a number of watchtowers. You can walk along the walls, explore the palace buildings, and enjoy cultural performances and events held within the site.

Suwon Nammun Market is a traditional market located in Suwon, South Korea. The market has a history that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty, and it is one of the largest and oldest markets in the country. The market is situated near the famous Hwaseong Fortress, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
• Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller or wheelchair.
• Infant is free of charge, no seat available.

• Night Media Show: Myeongdong
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  Seasonal Route: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Media Art Show + Korean Folk Village
  Depart from Myeongdong: Please be at the Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot(~5 mins walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 1)by 1:50pm
  Starting point:
  Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot, Yejang-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
• Night Media Show: Hongik Uni.
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  Seasonal Route: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Media Art Show + Korean Folk Village
  Depart from Hongik Uni. St.: Please be at the Hongik Univ. Station Exit 4 by 1:15pm
  Starting point:
  Hongik University Station Exit 4, 167-36 Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• Day Time Tour: Myeongdong
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  Depart from Myeongdong: Please be at the Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot(~5 mins walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 1) by 8:55am.
  Starting point:
  Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot, Yejang-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
• Night Media Show: DDP Station
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  Seasonal Route: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Media Art Show + Korean Folk Village
  Depart from DDP Station: Please be at the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10 by 2:05pm
  Starting point:
  Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, 116 Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
• Day Time Tour: DDP Station
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  Depart from DDP Station: Please be at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station Exit 10 by 9:05am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
  Starting point:
  Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, 116 Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
• Day Time Tour: Hongik Univ. St
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  Depart fr Hongik Univ. Station: Please be at Hongik Univ. Station Exit 4 by 8.15am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
  Starting point:
  Hongik University Station Exit 4, 167-36 Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• English & Chinese speaking staff
• Transportation
• Entrance Fee

• Meals
• Traveler's insurance
• Other personal expenses

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking • Age 0-2 : Free of charge, no seat • Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition • Please inform beforehand if you will be bringing a stroller

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by TOURSTORY.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Seoul.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.6 Stars based on 46 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.