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Step beyond Seoul's famous palaces and discover a side of Korea that most visitors never experience.
Join a local guide on a relaxing journey into the world of traditional Korean medicine at Seoul's historic Gyeongdong Medicinal Herb Market, the largest herbal medicine market in Korea. Learn how herbal remedies have been used for centuries to promote balance, wellness, and recovery while exploring stalls filled with rare roots, herbs, and traditional ingredients.
Enjoy herbal tea with ingredients commonly used in Korean medicine. Then unwind with a soothing herbal foot spa, a favorite local wellness practice that offers a peaceful break from the busy city.
This small-group experience combines culture, history, wellness, and authentic local life, making it perfect for travelers seeking something beyond Seoul's typical tourist attractions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Outside exit 2
Itinerary
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At Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herbal Market, travelers will explore the largest traditional herbal medicine market in South Korea. Walking through the bustling alleys, they will see hundreds of medicinal herbs, roots, and ingredients used in Korean medicine for centuries. Guests will learn about the history of the market, discover the role of herbal remedies in Korean culture, and enjoy a traditional cup of Ssanghwa-cha (Korean herbal tea), a nourishing drink made from a blend of medicinal herbs traditionally used to support energy and overall well-being. This immersive experience offers an authentic glimpse into a local market rarely visited by international tourists.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Seoul K-Medi Center
At the Seoul K-Medi Center, travelers will explore Korea’s traditional herbal medicine culture through interactive exhibits and authentic medicinal ingredients. They will learn about the principles of Korean wellness, discover the uses of various herbs, and enjoy hands-on experiences including herbal tea tasting and a relaxing herbal foot bath. This immersive visit offers a unique insight into Korea’s centuries-old healing traditions.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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At Gyeongdong Market, travelers will explore one of Seoul’s largest and busiest traditional markets. Filled with fresh produce, street food, seafood, spices, and local specialties, the market offers a vibrant glimpse into everyday life in Korea. Guests will discover unique ingredients, interact with local vendors, and experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of an authentic Korean marketplace.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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