Seoul Ghosts Tour
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Experience Highlights
This ghost tour of Seoul will take you on a journey of terror and superstition through the spooky streets of the Korean capital, where urban legends, apparitions and folk beliefs are still alive and well after more than 600 years of history.
You will learn tales of wandering spirits, lore of the dead, mythical creatures and warnings that still live on in Korean culture. This small group walking tour is ideal for those looking to discover the darker, more mysterious side of Seoul. You can choose between a short 1.5 hour version or a 2.5 hour extended version.
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Learn about Korea's most famous superstitions, urban legends and apparitions.
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Discover how ghosts and evil spirits still influence everyday life.
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Explore the moonlit streets of Seoul with a guide who specialises in Korean folklore.
What’s included
- Seoul Ghost Tour
- Guide
- Route map
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Step by Step
Dive into the darker side of Seoul with this ghost tour that takes you to the most haunting corners of the city, where legends of apparitions, superstitions and demons have endured for over 600 years. Steeped in history and folklore, this experience will allow you to explore South Korea's ghostly lore through folktales, urban myths and warnings that still circulate among locals today.
The tour is guided by an expert in Korean supernatural beliefs and is conducted on foot, in small groups, to ensure a more intimate and immersive experience. The starting point is at Exit 4 at Seodaemun Station (for the standard tour, Exit 2 at Gwanghwamun Station), from where you will embark on a journey through stories of wandering spirits, mythical creatures, gods hidden in wells, and demons hidden in everyday places. Along the way, you will also learn about the traditions linked to the dead, the dangers of bad luck, and the places where, according to legend, souls still roam.
This tour is offered in two different versions, so you can choose according to your level of bravery (or curiosity!):
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Standard tour (1.5 hours): an intense and condensed introduction to the most prominent legends and superstitions, ideal for those who have less time or prefer a shorter experience.
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Extended version (2.5 hours): expands the tour with more stories and unique locations, including spooky tales of haunted hotels, creature sightings, and stories of possession, alcohol and murder.
Some of the highlights of the tour include:
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Seoul's most haunted house.
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Ghosts inhabiting Gyeonghuigung Palace
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Spooky legends told in Korean schools
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A wall that brings bad luck to couples who cross it
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Wandering spirits that manifest themselves at night
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Gods hidden in ancient water wells
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Rituals and traditions associated with the dead
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Strangedemons hiding in everyday places
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Alleged sightings of mythical creatures
And if you choose the extended version, you will also discover:
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Stories of the ghosts that inhabit the Westin Josun Hotel
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Haunting tales of insects appearing in dreams and under your feet
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Tales of murder, possession and alcohol in Korean history
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The legend and spiritual power of Namdaemun Gate
This tour is perfect for lovers of the occult, the mysterious and the paranormal. It's not just about scares, but about getting to know a fascinating part of Korean culture that is rarely covered on traditional sightseeing tours. If you dare, be prepared for an unforgettable experience, where every corner may hide a story from beyond the grave.
