• Private Tour
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• Carbon Neutral

Discover the hidden history of Jeju City with a local expert! Uncover stories beyond the guidebooks as you explore the past and origins of Jeju through a local lens. From the April 3rd Uprising to the path of peace, this eye-opening tour will deepen your understanding of the island’s powerful history.

Destination

Jeju City, South Korea

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Korean

Included

• Private Guide
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to Attractions
• every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month the history museum is closed

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at At the entrance of the museum - Jeju City to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. April 3rd Uprising & Peace

   Your history tour in Jeju City will focus on April 3rd Uprising & Peace. Learn the impacts, insights and hear stories related to this historic event from your knowledgeable host. Discover the city as you retrace history and go in-depth on the effects this part of history has on Jeju City

4. Historical Highlights

   Check out main landmarks related to the theme of your history tour and connect their relevance through fantastic stories and facts from your expert local host

5. Hidden Treasures

   During your tour, you’ll also uncover hidden gems that will show you a different perspective of history as you know it, something you can’t easily find in a history book!

6. Storytelling Journey

   As you discover the historical side of Jeju City, you’ll be able to go back in time thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Kate🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Eric H.K)

14 July 2025

Eric was a fantastic guide. At first we weren’t sure if the tour would be worth it, but we were so pleased we went ahead. There is no way we could have discovered the places Eric took us to on our own, let alone understand the significance of each. Eric was incredibly flexible and accommodating and my group of 4 would absolutely recommend him as a guide. We even got to witness Haenyeo, women divers, an absolute bonus and tick off the bucket list for us all! Definitely worth doing!

Fiona

(About local YONGCHAN)

21 June 2025

Thank you for the expertly guided tour. It provided a thorough history of Jeju and made for an enjoyable walking experience. We appreciate how clearly you explained the history and highlighted the important milestones in Jeju. We particularly enjoy the authentic Korean fish soup restaurant. We would never have discovered such a hidden gem or experienced that delicious cuisine without you. Your passion for sharing and spreading Jeju culture truly shines through! We truly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend you for your professionalism and language skills. Great city walk + awesome lunch

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(About local Eric H.K)

16 May 2025

Eric was a sympathetic travel guide. He was punctual at our meeting point and gave us a good overview about Jeju city. His English was very good to understand. We would recommend him a 💯!Nice and interesting tour

Marina

(About local Eric H.K)

1 May 2025

Today's trip was amazing!. Eric has been one of the best guides I have had in all the travels I have made. Even though the weather didn't help at all (it's been pouring the whole day), Eric has been offering amazing alternatives and visits. Jeju is an extraordinary island and Eric showed us the best things to do in a rainy day. Highly recommended!!!!. Thank you very much Eric!Amazing experience!!!!

Cornelius🇺🇸 United States

(About local YONGCHAN)

25 April 2025

Jeju City may not have as many instantly recognizable cultural landmarks as Seoul, Jeonju, or Gyeongju... but thanks to Yongchan, what the city does offer came to life in the most meaningful way. He brought depth and perspective to every stop, sharing stories, historical context, and cultural details that gave us a much richer understanding of the island. His explanation of the 4.3 Massacre was especially thoughtful and thorough, helping us connect emotionally to a part of history we were eager to learn more about. You can tell he genuinely cares about sharing Jeju’s story. A fantastic experience with a guide who’s truly passionate about his work.Experienced and knowledgeable.

Christer🇺🇸 United States

(About local Eric H.K)

22 April 2025

Eric was very knowledgeable and showed us some pretty cool places. He referred to interesting historic events and showed us places we would not have found ourselves.A secret in Jeju

Susan

(About local CHUNDO)

23 March 2025

We find that food tours are a great way to get to know the locals. Chundo was a wonderful host. He picked us up at the port and took us by public bus to the market. We enjoyed local oranges, fried chicken, rice cakes and more. We finished our tour with a delicious pork & noodle soup. We had some allergies that Chundo was able to accommodate. I highly recommend a tour with him. Our was a great value and lots of fun. Fun Food Tour!

Felipe🇲🇽 Mexico

(About local Eric H.K)

11 February 2025

Nos encontramos con Eric, puntualmente y fue maravilloso caminar y recibir toda clase de explicación profesional de cada punto importante en Jeju por donde pasábamos!!! Estamos muy satiafechosExcelente

Cherry

(About local Eric H.K)

30 January 2025

The tour guide, Eric, was patient and friendly, hiked with us all the way at every destination despite the steep steps and slopes, and ensured that every member if the tour is taken care ofTHE MOST PATIENT guide I've ever met.

Rubby

(About local Eric H.K)

18 January 2025

Eric is kind and even took 6 photo for US.The tour was great

Verified

(About local Eric H.K)

31 December 2024

it was a great way to see the highlights of Jeju island in a day. Eric was great! He was very kind and knowledgeable. He offered to take my photos (one of the struggles of traveling alone).West/ South tour

Verified

(About local Eric H.K)

22 December 2024

the tour was amazing, the bus was very beautiful and very comfortable, our tour guide ERIC was really good and told us many stiriesl and it made the trip very pleasant!the tour was amazing,

Karina

(About local Eric H.K)

21 December 2024

Excellent tour with beautiful places , we had Eric as our guide who told us a lot of interesting things about Jeju. I would definitely recommend this tour it WaS on time, visited all listed places, great presentation by the guide.Excellent tour with beautiful places

Si

(About local Eric H.K)

20 December 2024

The tour guide, Eric, was patient and friendly, hiked with us all the way at every destination despite the steep steps and slopes, and ensured that every member if the tour is taken care ofPatient and friendly

Sofia

(About local Eric H.K)

18 December 2024

this tour was lovely ! even if we picked a day where it was quite hot out, our guide Eric compensated with great explanations and a lively, humorous attitudethis tour was lovely !

Verified

(About local Eric H.K)

11 December 2024

The guide, Eric, was also a huge plus. super nice, really helpful and knowledgable and always ready to make your discover more of Jeju!Great tour

Verified

(About local Eric H.K)

29 November 2024

Eric, is very kind and knowledgeable He informs you about important information whilst on the bus, and also you can ask him questions when at the tourist spots. He also offers to take pictures for you.This is a great tour

Chian.....

(About local Eric H.K)

29 November 2024

Eric is an excellent guide! He gave detailed explanation and was happy to share more if there were questions. The tour was well plannedEric is an excellent guide!

Verified

(About local Eric H.K)

29 October 2024

Our tour guide Eric is super nice and attentive! He introduced these tourist spots with detailed background stories.Super nice

Mark

(About local Eric H.K)

10 October 2024

Keep everybody entertained and knew a lot about jeju historyWell planed and kind tour