This English-guided day trip from Hongik University Station and Myeongdong Station in Seoul visits Suwon Hwaseong, Hwaseong Haenggung, the Starfield Suwon library and Gwangmyeong Cave. Walk along the walls of UNESCO-listed Suwon Hwaseong and see Hwaseong Haenggung, where King Jeongjo stayed during the Joseon era. Then explore Starfield Suwon’s large library and the themed underground spaces of Gwangmyeong Cave. Round-trip transportation and admission fees are included.

Depart from Seoul and
explore Suwon Hwaseong and Gwangmyeong Cave in a day

Start from Hongik University Station or Myeongdong Station in Seoul (your choice) and visit Suwon Hwaseong, Hwaseong Haenggung, the Starfield Suwon library and Gwangmyeong Cave on this English-guided day trip. Round-trip transportation and admission fees are included, and the whole trip takes about 10 hours. Experience Korean history, underground exploration and modern architecture in one day.

Walk along UNESCO-listed Suwon Hwaseong

Built in the reign of King Jeongjo, Suwon Hwaseong is known for its walls, gates, watchtowers and military structures. Spend about 1.5 hours walking part of the fortress and listening to your guide.

Meet Joseon royalty at Hwaseong Haenggung

Hwaseong Haenggung is the temporary palace King Jeongjo used when he stayed in Suwon. Spend about 1 hour exploring traditional Korean architecture and royal stories.

Stop by the Starfield Suwon library

The library at Starfield Suwon stands out with bookshelves rising from floor to ceiling and a spacious interior. Spend about 1.5 hours exploring, relaxing or taking photos.

Walk through the underground spaces of Gwangmyeong Cave

Finally, spend about 1 hour at Gwangmyeong Cave, one of the most unusual sights near Seoul. Walk along underground tunnels to see themed spaces and exhibits, then return to Seoul by vehicle.

※ The order of visits may change depending on traffic, opening hours, weather and local conditions.
※ There is a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes.
※ Meals and drinks are not included.

• Please check your mobile voucher in your email or the WAUG app.

• Meet your guide at the meeting point you selected from the two below and travel together by bus. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. The bus departs on time.

• Valid only on the date and time you selected.

Meeting point:
Hongik University Station, Exit 8 (in front of Starbucks)
166 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Departure 08:00

Meeting point:
Myeongdong Station, Exit 2 (in front of The North Face store)
Departure 08:30

Meeting point information:
You will be dropped off at one of the same two locations after the tour. The day before the tour, your guide will contact you using the contact details you entered when booking.

Cancellation & refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

• Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable.

On-site information

• The tour takes about 10 hours.

• Approximate time at each stop: Suwon Hwaseong 1.5 hours, Starfield Suwon 1.5 hours, Hwaseong Haenggung 1 hour, Gwangmyeong Cave 1 hour.

• The tour involves walking at several sights, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

• The order of visits may change depending on traffic, opening hours, weather and local conditions.

• Some outdoor activities may be affected by weather.