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History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms
History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms
History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms
History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms
History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms

History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms

By Arts and History Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is ¥3,556 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

This tour combines Korea’s dark history with its natural beauty for a truly unique experience. At Seodaemun Prison History Museum, learn about Korea’s first modern prison and its role during the Japanese occupation and the fight for democracy. Explore preserved cells, torture chambers, and exhibits that tell the stories of independence activists who fought for freedom.

After this emotional journey, enjoy a relaxing walk along Ansan Jarak-gil trail surrounded by cherry blossoms, azaleas, and forsythias—available only in spring. Experience walking barefoot on the red clay trail and take in scenic views of Inwang Mountain while learning about Ansan Mountain’s history. Seoul is a rare capital city with mountains within its boundaries.

To end the day, your guide will lead you to Hongdae, where you’ll receive recommendations for excellent local restaurants and tips on how to explore Seoul while enjoying a peaceful walk

Activity location

  • Seodaemun Prison History Hall
    • 251 Tongil-ro
    • 120-080, Tongil-ro, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Seodaemun Prison History Hall
    • 251 Tongil-ro
    • 120-080, Tongil-ro, Seoul, South Korea

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History & Nature: Prison Museum and Cherry Blossoms
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 1:00pm
Price details
¥3,556 x 1 Adult¥3,556

Total
Price is ¥3,556
Until Mon, May 12
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedadmission fee of prison museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPlease bring a bottle of water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWaterfall cafe is wonderfull. Please note that coffee or other beverages are at your own expense
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedThe guide will bring you to a recommended restaurant, but please note that the cost of meals is not included and must be paid by you

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Participants should be comfortable with walking, as this tour involves more than 2 hours of walking.

Activity itinerary

- Learn About Korea's First Modern Prison Discover the history of Seodaemun Prison, built during Japanese occupation as the first modern prison in Korea. - Explore Key Areas of the Prison Museum Visit preserved prison cells, torture chambers, execution rooms, and exhibition halls that depict the struggles of independence and democracy activists. - Understand Harsh Tortures of Independence Activists Learn about the brutal methods used against independence fighters and their sacrifices for Korea’s freedom. - Learn About Its Role After Independence Understand how the prison was later used to detain democracy activists during Korea's fight for democratization after liberation from Japan. - After harsh history of Korea, we will have relaxing walk through Nature. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the well-maintained trails surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant spring flowers, including cherry blossoms , azaleas and forsythias. Experience the therapeutic benefits of walking barefoot on the Hwangdotgil, a unique feature of the trail that promotes relaxation and wellness

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSeodaemun Prison History Hall
    • 251 Tongil-ro
    • 120-080, Tongil-ro, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESeodaemun Prison History Hall
    • 251 Tongil-ro
    • 120-080, Tongil-ro, Seoul, South Korea

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