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Seoul: Oriental Medicine&Optional Temple Vegan Cooking Class
Seoul: Oriental Medicine&Optional Temple Vegan Cooking Class
Seoul: Oriental Medicine&Optional Temple Vegan Cooking Class
Seoul: Oriental Medicine, Massage Tour, and Largest market
Seoul: Oriental Medicine&Optional Temple Vegan Cooking Class

Seoul: Oriental Medicine&Optional Temple Vegan Cooking Class

By TRIPPER KOREA
8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$77 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Explore Seoul's oldest market, full of fresh produce and seafood, and taste local snacks. Visit a former theatre turned Starbucks, symbolising Seoul's rapid modernization.

Discover Korea's largest herb and ginseng market, showcasing the importance of traditional medicine. Experience Seoul's culinary and cultural history in one comprehensive tour.

Enjoy a traditional Korean massage at the Oriental Medicine Centre, savour healthy Korean tea, and learn about the rich history of Oriental Medicine in an interactive museum.

For a deeper dive into Korea's wellness and vegan culture, choose the Temple Food Cooking Class option. At Jogyesa Temple, learn traditional Buddhist cuisine with a monk and an English interpreter.

Note the early start time and different meeting location for this unique experience. Ready to cook, explore, and enjoy Seoul? Join us for an unforgettable day!
After the class, please finish your meal on-site to avoid waste. Bring reusable containers if you wish to take food

Activity location

  • Korean Temple Food Center
    • 39 Yulgok-ro
    • 03061, Yulgok-ro, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Jong-Gag
    • Jongno 1(il)-ga
    • Jongno 1(il)-ga, Seoul, South Korea

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Only Walking Tour (Cooking X)
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 2:30 pm
Price details
AU$77.15 x 1 AdultAU$77.15
Total
Price is AU$77.15
Until Thu, 27 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport Fee (optional)
  • What's includedWhat's includedFruits, healthy drinks, snacks and other simple market foods.
  • What's includedWhat's includedA professional licensed English guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedTemple Food Cooking Experience (optional)
  • What's includedWhat's includedOne drink at an Oriental Medicine Cafe
  • What's includedWhat's includedExperience Oriental Medicine massage (back, eyes, hands, feet)
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission fee for the Oriental Medicine Museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel Pick up & Drop off

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Korean Temple Food Center
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
You'll learn the secrets of traditional Buddhist cuisine, guided by a real monk! (if you choose the class option)
Cheongnyangni-dong
  • 30m
✨Cheongnyangni Traditional Fruit and Vegetable Market : Dive into the rich cornucopia of Korea's agricultural produce at the Cheongnyangni Fruit and Vegetable Market. This vibrant marketplace not only showcases an assortment of locally-grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, but also offers you the chance to taste exclusive fruits that are unique to Korea. This experience provides a genuine insight into Korea's diverse horticulture and the country's unique fruit varieties.
Gyeongdong Market
  • 15m
✨Starbucks Gyeongdong 1960 : Visit Starbucks Gyeongdong 1960, a unique cafe reconstructed from an old theatre. The cafe represents Seoul's progressive nature, highlighting the city's ability to combine the old with the new in innovative ways. ✨Gold Star Radio LG : Discover vintage LG home appliances at Gold Star Radio LG, symbolising Korea's impressive technological advancements. This exhibit provides a unique insight into Korea's developmental journey in the tech industry.
Gyeongdong Market
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
✨Try the local market food.: Delight in the flavours of Seoul's street food scene. Experience simple market food (fruits, vegetables, healthy drinks (such as omija).
Gyeongdong Market
  • 30m
✨Gyeongdong Market Underground City : Explore the expansive Gyeongdong Market Underground City, a vivid testament to Seoul's rapid modernization and urban development. This subterranean shopping complex, with its preserved ambiance of the 1980's market, offers a unique juxtaposition of the city's past and present. From an array of goods to a slice of history, it showcases the vibrant and evolving commerce of Seoul.
Seoul K-Medi Center
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Let's embark on a journey to learn and experience the history of "Korean Medicine," which has been responsible for the health of Koreans for thousands of years. First, at the Korean Medicine Development Centre, you will have 3 different experiences. The first one is to visit the museum of Korean medicine history and learn about its history. Second, you will be able to experience traditional Korean massage therapy. Try massaging your waist, eyes, hands, and feet to relieve fatigue. Third, let's enjoy a cup of Korean traditional tea or a delicious drink. The Korean Medicine Cafe offers tasty and healthy drinks!
Seoul Yangnyeongsi Market
  • 15m
✨ Seoul Yangnyeongsi : Venture into Seoul's oldest and most famous medicinal herb market, Seoul Yangnyeongsi. Recognised for its central role in Korean traditional medicine, this market gives you an understanding of the enduring importance of herbal remedies in Korean health practices.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKorean Temple Food Center
    • 39 Yulgok-ro
    • 03061, Yulgok-ro, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEJong-Gag
    • Jongno 1(il)-ga
    • Jongno 1(il)-ga, Seoul, South Korea
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE제기동역 2번출구
    • Jegi-dong
    • Jegi-dong, Seoul, South Korea

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