Seoul: Korean War Historical Food Tour

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4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

"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

What's Included

Lunch
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

meet at Exit 12 of Samgakji station, Our guide will wait for you. and after that, we move with a guide.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    The War Memorial of Korea

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Yongsan-gu

    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.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Namdaemun Market

    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.

    1 hour 50 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Namdaemun Market

    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.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers 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.
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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