Suwon Flavours is a royal-themed journey through the UNESCO-listed Hwaseong Fortress and old downtown area , following King Jeongjo's footsteps. Beyond history, it weaves stories of royal processions, Crown Prince Sado's tomb visit, and royal banquets,offering a "Royal Banquet Food Story" that reveals how a king's vision shaped the city and its food culture. Walk the fortress walls, taste Suwon's signature Gamasot Tongdak (cast-iron fried chicken), and enjoy local market fare. The highlight is Suwon-style royal court snacks, exclusive to this palace city. A Korean Gourmet Hunters regional program since 2016, it was selected as a K-Top 10 Tour by the Korea Tourism Organization in 2022 highly recommended for a taste of Suwon's living heritage.
3 Hours2 Min.EN / KR / FR
Free 48h Cancellation
All diets available
All tastings included
No tourist traps
What you’ll discover in this tour
Suwon Fortress
Walk into the steps of King Jeongjo and discover the UNESCO-listed Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and its secrets
Suwon Palace
Take a better look into what the home of King Jeongjo was living in.
Traditional Market
Discover the local ambiance of Suwon with its markets tasting various significant Suwon dishes
Haeng-Goong-Gil
Take a stroll through this UNESCO listed historic neighborhood
Dietary Requirements
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when booking.
We can accommodate vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free needs.
Languages: English, KoreanFood ExpertKorean History
Korean Food & Culture Anthropologist, Professor at CIEE Seoul program, CEO of Korean Gourmet Hunters. Over 30 years of experience in PR & Marketing in the hospitality industry.
