Travel guide to Bukchon Hanok Village in South Korea

Seoul

Scenic spot introduction:

Bukchon Hanok Village in South Korea is known as the street museum in the center of the city. It is located between Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine. It is a place where traditional Korean houses are densely populated and is also the most representative traditional residence in Seoul. , and there are many historical sites, cultural heritage and folklore materials everywhere. The current Bukchon Hanok Village has gradually developed into a space where tradition and modernity coexist. Inject modern architectural elements into the existing traditional Korean house space to display modern and fashionable beauty. At the same time, in addition to traditional fixed-form content such as Korean food restaurants, Hanbok shops, and traditional workshops, there are also cafes, Western restaurants, clothing stores, galleries, etc. that look like Korean houses. With Samcheong-dong as the center, this wave of change gradually spread to the entire Bukchon.

Attractions distribution:

Bukchon Hanok Village is a quiet and charming group of Korean houses that combines tradition and modernity. The eight scenic spots of Bukchon are the most beautiful postcards of Bukchon. In addition, Bukchon Hanok Village also has various hanok experience halls, workshops, museums, and cultural centers for tourists to experience and interact. The novel elements of the creative streets are refreshing for tourists.

Scenic spot features:

Hiking, hanok, photography, food, creativity, hanok, alley

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Asia>South Korea>Seoul City

How to get there:

By subway, you can take Line 3 and get off at Anguo Station and exit from Exit 3.

Green bus (branch line): 7025

Blue bus (main line): 109, 151, 162, 171, 172, 272, 601

Scenic area map:

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Tickets

Bukchon Hanok ticket price:

free

Scenic area opening hours:

Open all day

Travel Tips

Travel Notes of Travellers:

Travel Guide: South Korea 5-Day Travel Guide 2018

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

Bukchon Hanok Village has many creative shops, as well as restaurants, bars, and cafes, all of which are unique and available for tourists to shop or enjoy food.