Seoul Night Walking Tour: City Wall, Ehwa Mural & Naksan Park

Summary

Moonlit Seoul strolls with murals, city walls and local stories

You’ll wander through Seoul’s vibrant student streets after dark, climb past murals in hillside villages most tourists never see, and pause atop Naksan Park by the ancient city wall for sweeping night views. With a local historian guiding your way (and sharing stories you won’t find online), expect laughter, little surprises, and maybe even a quiet moment that sticks with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

Li started us off with a laugh — something about how even locals get lost in these backstreets, which made me feel better about my own sense of direction. We’d met near the university area, right where the air smelled faintly of sweet rice cakes and a bit of traffic. I didn’t expect the first stretch to be so lively at night, students everywhere, neon flickering on their faces as they clustered around street food stalls. Our guide pointed out a tiny theater tucked between cafes; apparently it’s famous for live shows, but I’d have missed it completely.

The climb up toward Ehwa mural village was steeper than I thought (my legs still remember), but every turn had something new — painted walls, old men playing janggi under lamplight, someone’s cat watching us from a window. Li told us how these hillside neighborhoods were built by families without much money, and you could feel that history in the patchwork houses clinging to the slope. There was this one mural — a bright yellow tiger — and Li tried to teach me its name in Korean. I definitely butchered it, but he just grinned.

Naksan Park felt almost quiet after that. The city wall loomed above us, stones cool under my hand. Seoul at night is different from daytime Seoul; softer somehow, with all those lights stretching out below like another sky. We stopped for a while just looking out over the city — nobody said much, which was nice. Li mentioned this spot was used in some K-Pop drama about demon hunters (I haven’t seen it), and then he pointed out where old Seoul once ended and new towers began. It’s funny how you can stand in one place and feel time layered up around you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Seoul night walking tour highlights

• Visit highest student-accessible place
• Explore cultural area with live theaters
• Learn about Seoul's capital history
• Walk through mural village on hill
• See historical monument with night views

Top questions

How long is the Seoul moonlight walking tour?

The exact duration isn’t specified but expect an evening walk covering several neighborhoods including Ehwa mural village and Naksan Park.

Is this tour suitable for people who don’t exercise much?

The route includes uphill walking; not recommended for those with poor cardiovascular health or pregnant travelers.

Does the tour include pickup or transportation?

No hotel pickup is included; public transportation options are nearby for getting to the meeting point.

What sites are visited during the Seoul night walking tour?

You’ll visit Ehwa mural village, Naksan Park with Hanyang City Wall, university areas and cultural spots known for live theaters.

Is food or drink included on this walking tour?

No meals or drinks are included; you’ll pass street food stalls but purchases are on your own.

Who leads the tour?

A local Korean guide with historian background leads the walk and shares stories about each area.

Are there any age restrictions?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels except those who are pregnant or have poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided walking tour led by a local historian through Seoul’s university district, up through Ehwa mural village and Naksan Park along the Hanyang City Wall. There’s no need for special equipment or supplies—just comfortable shoes—and public transport makes reaching the starting point easy before you set off into Seoul’s nighttime glow together.