Seoul: The 62nd Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival Day Tour Sep 27 | Folk Village & Hwaseong Tour, from Myeongdong
ID: GYG761283-O-1226333
Category:
Country: South Korea
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Experience Korea’s vibrant tradition and history at the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival! Choose your travel date for unique activities—from fortress tours and royal parades to immersive night shows.
Celebrate Korean culture in style with this exclusive seasonal tour to the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival, available only from September 27 to October 4. Each day features a different program—join guided historical tours, wear traditional costumes, witness dramatic royal parades, and enjoy unique performances held within the UNESCO-listed fortress.
◉ Sept 27 ◉
10:30 - 13:30pm Start your journey with a visit to the Korean Folk Village, where traditional homes, artisans and cultural performances bring Joseon-era life to reality.
14:40 - 18:00pm After lunch, head to Hwaseong Fortress for a guided walking tour and free time to enjoy the vibrant festival atmosphere.
◉ Sept 28 ◉
11:30 - 14:00pm Arrive directly at the festival grounds, where your guide will introduce famous filming locations and historical sites.
14:30 - 15:30pm In the afternoon, take part in a traditional garment (hanbok) experience, dressing in royal-style attire.
16:00 - 18:40pm Join King Jeongjo’s Royal Parade alongside costumed performers through the streets of Suwon in a once-in-a-lifetime cultural reenactment.
◉ Sept 29 ~ Oct 4 ◉
11:30 - 13:30pm Begin your day with a guided tour of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in history and beauty.
13:30 - 18:00pm After lunch and free time, discover nearby attractions and visit K-drama filming spots introduced by your guide.
18:00 - 19:00pm Enjoy dinner with plenty of traditional food stalls and local eats to choose from.
19:30 - 21:00pm In the evening, head to the performance area for a spectacular live show held inside the fortress. Each day offers a different theme:
· Sept 29, 30 : Immersive Art Performance ‘Jinchan’
· Oct 1, 2 : Water Performence’ Seonyu-mong’
· Oct 3, 4 : Suwon Fantasy - ‘Yajo'
Whether you’re drawn to the history, the costumes, or the spectacle of open-air stage performances inside a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this limited-time experience brings Korean tradition to life like never before.
Highlights
- Visit Korea’s top cultural festival at UNESCO-listed Suwon Hwaseong Fortress.
- Join King Jeongjo’s Royal Parade in full costume and march with history.
- Watch large-scale night performances with lights, water and fantasy themes.
- Explore drama shooting spots and local heritage with a professional guide.
- Choose from 3 unique tour formats depending on your travel date and interest.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition
Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller or wheelchair
Infant is free of charge, no seat available
Experience programs like Makgeolli pairing class, dessert making, and royal attire studio are available on-site. Availability depends on the day, and fees are paid directly.
Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot(~5 mins walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 1)
Tour guide will hold a KTOURSTORY flag.
INCLUDED
- Transportation
- English & Chinese Speaking Guide
- Traditional Garment Experience Fee 【Sept 28 ONLY】
- Reserved Seats of Stage Performance 【Sept 29 ~ Oct 4 ONLY】
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Traveler's Insurance
- Other Personal Expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
