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Seoul: Korean War Historical Food Tour

By koreaguidetour
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$137 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

“Step into history with a unique journey through the Korean War’s past and its impact on local cuisine. Explore the War Memorial, taste wartime-inspired dishes like budae jjigae (army stew), and stroll through Namdaemun Market. A must-experience for history lovers and foodies alike!”

Highlights
Explore the War Memorial of Korea and its interactive exhibits
Experience AR-enhanced storytelling about the Korean War
Learn about UN forces’ contributions and battlefield strategies
Taste budae jjigae (army stew), a dish created during wartime
Walk through Namdaemun Market, a key site in post-war Korea
Sample Korean dumplings, doughnuts, and street snacks

Activity location

  • The War Memorial of Korea
    • 29, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu,
    • 04353, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Samgakji Station
    • Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

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Seoul: Korean War Historical Food Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 am
Price details
AU$136.74 x 1 AdultAU$136.74
Total
Price is AU$136.74
Until Thu, 3 July

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedCoffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We inform you via email/WhatsApp about meet up place and time, etc…
  • Please leave your name and contact number(or Messenger such as Wechat and Line) which is available in Korea(We are not responsible for absence of the tour in cases that you do not leave your contact number or leave an wrong number or the one which is not available in Korea. Cancellation, Refund and Changing schedule are not allowed for those cases)
  • Joining after a tour begins is not allowed for other participants of the group.
  • Please the estimate of the private tour should require via email.
  • Recording or filming the tour is not allowed.
  • Pets are not allowed. (No particular place to look after them)
  • For your information , if the number of participants are under 4, the tour will be cancelled. The cancellation notice will sent by WhatsApp.

Activity itinerary

The War Memorial of Korea
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A comprehensive museum dedicated to Korea’s military history. Walk through interactive exhibits and AR-enhanced displays of the Korean War. Learn about major battles, including the Incheon Landing and the Battle of Seoul. Discover the role of UN forces, including New Zealand’s air support and Turkey’s legendary close-combat efforts.
Yongsan-gu
  • 50m
Experience a dish born from wartime survival. Learn how this "Army Stew" was created using US military rations. Taste a rich, spicy stew with sausages, Spam, tofu, and instant noodles. Discuss how post-war Korea transformed food shortages into culinary creativity.
Namdaemun Market
  • 1h 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore Korea’s largest traditional market and its connection to the war. Walk through the military surplus alley, where post-war US army goods were sold. See the influence of American imports on modern Korean consumer culture. Try traditional wartime snacks, including dumplings and Korean doughnuts.
Namdaemun Market
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Korean Traditional Tea & Reflection End the tour with a moment of peace. Visit a traditional Korean tea house and reflect on how Korea rebuilt after the war. Enjoy a warm cup of traditional herbal tea and learn about its historical significance.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe War Memorial of Korea
    • 29, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu,
    • 04353, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESamgakji Station
    • Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

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