Excursion to the Korean Demilitarized Zone from Seoul

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Spanish

The Korean Demilitarized Zone, a 200-kilometer strip that marks the boundary between the two Koreas and symbolizes recent history, offers a unique experience just one day from Seoul. This 8-hour tour includes visits to the Unification Bridge and Dora Observatory, where you can observe North Korea. With a Spanish-speaking guide, infiltration tunnels will be explored and the Korean War will be learned at the DMZ museum. Depending on the weather and operational changes of the day, the option of visiting Gamaksan Bridge or the War Museum will be offered. This excursion is ideal for those interested in the history and politics of the region, and is offered in different times and modalities depending on the day.

What's Included

Private transportation
Entrance fee
Gratuities
Parking Fees
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Only two pick-up points will be offered during fixed hours, which are: → [Option 1] → 07:00 a.m. at Exit 10 of Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station (near DDP) → [Option 2] → 07:45 a.m. at Exit 3 of Hongdae Station (Hongik Univ.)

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Meeting point

Exit 3 from Hongdae Station (Hongik Univ.)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park

    Imjingak Peace Nuri Park, located in Paju, is an emblematic space of peace and reunification, where wide meadows and artistic sculptures combine in harmony. Visitors can feel the history of the division by its proximity to the DMZ and observe the North from the viewpoint. The park features the Windmill Hill, a concert stage, show pavilions and other attractions, making it an ideal place to walk and take pictures in the company of family, partner or friends.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Dora Observatory

    The Dora Observatory, located in Paju near the DMZ, is one of the main tourist spots from where, on clear days, you can observe the North Korean city of Kaesong and Mount Songak. Inside there are exhibitions that recreate life in North Korea and show material related to the military field, allowing to experience in a vivid way the reality of division. Through telescopes, visitors can observe North Korean villages and broaden their understanding of the history and security of the peninsula.

    1 minute • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Heyri Art Village

    Heyri Art Village, located in Paju, is an arts and culture center where galleries, workshops, cafes and museums meet in a unique setting. The place offers a variety of restaurants and cafes where visitors can freely choose where to eat lunch. You can stroll through the village, admire works of art and visit unique shops and exhibitions, bringing with you special memories of this enclave full of creativity.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge

    The Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, located in the middle of the beautiful nature of Paju, is a popular attraction that offers panoramic views of the mountains and valleys from its 150 meters long and 45 meters high suspension walkway. As you cross it, the road continues to the hiking trails of Mount Gamaksan, where each season reveals a different charm. It is an ideal place for both a relaxed walk and a more intense walk, and has viewpoints and photographic areas that provide unforgettable memories to its visitors.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    The War Memorial of Korea

    The Korean War Memorial Museum, located in Seoul, is one of the leading museums dedicated to war history and peace. Tanks, aircraft, ships and other military equipment are displayed outside, while the interior rooms house a vast collection of documents, models and objects related to the Korean War and South Korean military history. Through interactive exhibitions and audio-visual material, visitors can understand the horror of war and the value of peace, becoming a special experience for those interested in history and culture.

    1 minute • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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