Embark on an adventure and explore the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress during the night. Enjoy the unique evening view with romantic lights on this UNESCO site.

About this activity

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Duration 4 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English, Japanese
Pickup optional: Pickup is offered from centrally-located hotels in Seoul such as Gangnam, Myeongdong, Gwanghwamun, Itaewon, and Dongdaemun. If your hotel/guesthouse is difficult to access or not centrally located, your guide will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or subway station.
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Daniel – United Kingdom

I had a awesome time, seeing the stunning fortress in the night was something special. Leo, my guide was amazing and knowledgeable, a really nice guy.

Warren – United States

Our tour guide Shin did a wonderful job, as my wife and I were the only ones on the tour, so we were wondering why there was no one else. It turns out that Shin knew so much about Korean history and he was easy to talk to. We learned so much about Korean history from Shin and we had a great time seeing the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, and other places. The fortress is really a must see at night, and I think that many tourists really miss out on the beauty and history of what this UNESCO place is, because it may not be as popular as other tours, such as the DMZ tour. The driver was also really courteous and got us back to our hotel area safely. I recommend this tour, especially with Shin as your tour guide!

Highlights

Walk across historic grounds on a peaceful night-time walk
Take in spectacular views of Suwon city from the UNESCO-listed site
Gain insights about the ingenious construction of the fortress

Full description

Explore a piece of Korean history in a unique light on this night tour of the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. Discover one of the most well-known and loved UNESCO sites in Korea.

Depart from Seoul and head to Suwon, the only completely walled city in South Korea. Marvel at the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress which was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Designed by the most inspiring ancient architect named Jeong Yak-Yong, the fortress is a fusion of science and industry and incorporates Chinese ingenuity into its plans. The whole fortress is beautifully lit up at night. Learn about the Joseon dynasty's history including the fact that Suwon could've been the new capital of ancient Korea and that the king built the fortress to be closer with his dead father.

After exploring the fortress, the tour will take you to Haenggung-dong, AKA Haengnidan-gil, a charming neighborhood in Suwon. This area is known for its quaint streets lined with traditional Korean houses, known as "hanoks." And also popular for unique cafes and restaurants in the younger generation. The neighborhood's peaceful atmosphere and historic ambiance make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists. You can check the kimbap restaurant owned and managed by Woo Young-woo’s father in Extraordinary Attorney Woo (ENA/Netflix, 2022) in this area. In addition to several dramas including the SBS drama, "Our Beloved Summer," and the OCN drama "The Uncanny Counter," being shot in the same area.
In the summer season(Jun-Sep), Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays you will visit Hwaseong Haenggung Palace instead. 'Haenggung' stands for a temporary place where royal families stay. Suwon Haenggung palace is the biggest of those. Enjoy the night views of this palace and take some great pictures. (No dinner or snack break in summer.)

The tour concludes with a drop-off at Myeongdong, one of Seoul's most bustling and vibrant shopping districts.

Includes

Tour guide
Transportation
Entry fee

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Dinner and drinks

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

A guide will meet you in front of the front desk of Sejong Hotel.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

Alcohol and drugs
Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

This tour will take place rain or shine
A moderate amount of walking is involved

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