Dark Side of Seoul: Ghostlore & Urban Legends

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Highlights

The ghosts of Gyeonghuigung Palace
Spooky legends of Korea’s schools
The dangers of wandering evil spirits
The gods that dwell in wells
Traditions of the dead

Summary

Get chills from stories of Korea's dark folklore, urban legends, and ghost stories. Book now, if you dare!

Tour info

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes

Group Size

Pricing (From)

Adult: (18-65 years)

$39.00

Child: (0-12 years)

$10.00

Youth: (12-17 years)

$25.00

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Why take this tour?

Korea’s ghostlore, folk beliefs, and urban legends come to life through storytelling. These were--and sometimes still are--important to Korean culture. Folklorist, podcaster, and comic book author Shawn Morrissey weaves through 600 years of hauntings. What lies under the concrete? Or who??

Clairvoyants have reported that we also have a few vaporous guests who join us. Keep an eye out for them.

There are Regular 1.5 hour and Extended 2.5 hour options. You can also purchase copies of the popular "Dark Side of Seoul Weird Tales from Korean Lore" comics.

The tour meets outside Seodaemun Station, exit 4.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Link to a map of everything discussed on the tour, including secret torture chambers
Free chills and thrills
Food and drinks at rest breaks
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Comic books (add-on)

Things to know

Before you book

The tour is Rated R
No hotel pick up or drop off
There is a 1.5 hour Regular Edition and a 2.5 hour Extended Edition

Before you go

Operates in most all weather conditions
There is a good bit of walking
Do not take a taxi to the meeting point. Use the subway
The tour leaves at 8 p.m. whether everyone is there or not

Cancellation Policy

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

Starting location:
Seodeamun Station, exit 4

**WE DON'T RECOMMEND USING A TAXI**
Every time a guest has been late or has missed a booking has been because of using a taxi. Taxis almost always get stuck in traffic. These days, there's a taxi driver shortage, so they're unreliable. Seoul has one of the easiest, cleanest, and safest subway systems in the world. Much better than taxis.

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Don't use a taxi. You will end up stuck in traffic. <--repeating it for emphasis
• Minimum age is 18 years or accompanied by guardian because of prurient and violent stories. It's Rated R.
• Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the start time. We highly recommend using the subway rather than a taxi because of traffic. If you feel you won't make it in time please contact us as soon as you can.
• Repeat: Don't use a taxi.
• Drinking alcohol is fine, and it is usually done so on the tour. Note that due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to guests who are excessively intoxicated and causing problems with the tour. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Please no smoking outside of rest times for the courtesy of fellow tour guests.

You know not to use a taxi, right? It'll make you miss the tour.

Pricing

GHOSTLORE & URBAN LEGENDS (REGULAR EDITION)

Adult: (18-65 years)

$39.00

Child: (0-12 years)

$10.00

Youth: (12-17 years)

$25.00

GHOSTLORE & URBAN LEGENDS (EXTENDED EDITION)

Adult: (18-65 years)

$47.00

Child: (0-12 years)

$15.00

Youth: (12-17 years)

$30.00

Operator Website

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About operator:

Specializing in unique immersive experiences, ZenKimchi has been on the Korean food scene since 2004 as Korea's first food blog. Team ZenKimchi has been consultants for media outlets and TV shows like "Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain", "Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern," and The New York Times. We don't just run tours. We create memorable experiences.