2026.07.15
This was the highlight of our trip to Seoul. Master Park is incredibly warm and knowledgeable. The hanok itself is breathtaking — 140 years of history in every beam. I left feeling completely at ease.
Sarah M.
Traditional Tea Ceremony in a Hanok
4.9238 reviews
- Instant Confirmation
- Solo Friendly
- Cancel Free within 24h
- Special Offer
- 2hours
- English
About this experience
In a quiet alley of Bukchon, past the galleries and craft shops, stands a hanok that has belonged to the same family for over 140 years. Its wooden pillars have absorbed generations of conversation, its courtyard garden has witnessed countless seasons of blooming and falling leaves, and its tea room — with its low celadon table and paper-screen doors — remains exactly as it was when Master Park's grandmother poured her first cup here.
This is not a tourist attraction dressed as a tea house. This is a living, breathing home where the Korean tea ceremony — Darye — has been practiced daily for over a century. When you step through the gate, you step into a continuity of care, patience, and quiet beauty that predates modern Seoul.
Master Park begins each session by inviting you to simply sit and breathe. The hanok does the rest: the filtered light through hanji paper, the faint scent of aged wood and jujube tea, the distant sound of wind chimes in the courtyard. Then, slowly and with great care, she introduces each tool — the celadon teapot, the bamboo whisk, the clay cooling bowl — not as museum pieces, but as living instruments she has held thousands of times.
What you will experience
- Warm welcome with a brief introduction to the hanok and its 140-year history
- Guided sensory walk through the courtyard garden to settle into the space
- Step-by-step instruction in the Korean Darye tea ceremony — from warming the pot to the final pour
- Tasting of three seasonal Korean teas, each with Master Park's storytelling about its origin and significance
- A moment of quiet reflection and gentle conversation over the last cup
- A small gift of loose-leaf tea to take home
Itinerary
Meet at the hanok gate
10:0015분 소요Master Park greets you with a warm cup of omija tea
Guided walk through the 140-year-old courtyard
10:1515분 소요Guided walk through the 140-year-old courtyard garden to settle into the space
Introduction to the history and philosophy of Korea
10:3015분 소요Introduction to the history and philosophy of Korean Darye tea ceremony
Hands-on ceremony
10:451시간 소요warming the pot, awakening the leaves, mastering the pour
Tasting of three seasonal Korean teas with Master
11:4530분 소요Tasting of three seasonal Korean teas with Master Park's storytelling
Quiet reflection and gentle conversation over the final cup
12:4515분 소요Introduction to the history and philosophy of Korean Darye tea ceremony
What is included
Included
- 2.5-hour private tea ceremony experience
- Tasting of three premium seasonal Korean teas
- Handmade traditional rice cake or seasonal sweet
- Small gift of loose-leaf tea to take home
- English interpretation by Master Park herself
Not included
- Transportation to the hanok
- Additional tea products available for purchase
- Personal shopping
Language
영어
프로그램은 영어로 진행되며, 중국어·일본어 안내 자료가 제공되어 해당 언어 이용객도 참여할 수 있습니다.
Location
Meeting time
전날 픽업 공지드립니다.
Map coming soon
Meeting point
Master Park's family hanok in Bukchon. The exact address will be shared after booking. Look for the wooden gate with a small celadon tea cup sign beside it — the nearest landmark is Bukchon Traditional Culture Center (3-minute walk).
Nearest subway station
Anguk Station (Subway Line 3), Exit 3
Cancellation policy
48시간 전까지 무료 취소
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts. Cancel before the cancellation deadline to receive a full refund. After the cancellation deadline, cancellations are non-refundable. In the rare event that Master Park must cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule.
- 예약 완료
- 즉시 확정
- 48시간 전
- 무료 취소 마감
- 체험 당일
- 환불 불가
Reviews
4.9238 reviews
Meet your host
Master Park
masterpark@gmail.comFor urgent matters, contact the partner directly on the day of your experience
Master Park inherited her family's tea lineage at age 19 and has spent over 30 years sharing Korean tea culture with the world. She has served tea to visiting dignitaries, taught at universities in Seoul and Kyoto, and now opens her family hanok to small groups seeking authentic cultural immersion. Her approach is warm, patient, and story-rich — you will leave not just knowing how to brew tea, but why it matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prior tea knowledge or experience?
The walk is gentle — approximately 2 km over 6 hours with frequent stops. The terrain is uneven volcanic rock, so comfortable walking shoes with grip are essential. If you can walk comfortably for 30 minutes on a nature trail, you will be fine. The pace is deliberately slow and meditative.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing you can sit cross-legged in. The tea room is heated in winter and shaded in summer, and you will be asked to remove your shoes at the gate.
Is the experience fully in English?
Yes. Master Park hosts in English herself. Chinese and Japanese printed guides are available on request.
Can I take photos during the ceremony?
Photos are welcome throughout, except during the final quiet reflection. Tripods are not permitted in the tea room.
Is there a minimum age requirement?
Children aged 8 and above can join with a guardian. The session asks for stillness that younger children usually find difficult.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions for the sweets?
Yes. Tell us at least 48 hours before the experience and Master Park will prepare a vegan or nut-free sweet.
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