March 2017 Tradition and Modernity in Seoul during Spring
• Yeouido Hangang Park………………………………………… 1
• Exploring Hanok Cafes………………………………………… 2
• Platform-L……………………………………………………… 3
• Gugak Musical Festival "Pre & Free"………………………… 4
• 2017 Seoul Rose Festival……………………………………… 5
Special ………… Referral Enjoying Seoullo 7017, Walking tour of Namsan and Hoehyeon 6
Special Referral Hanyangdoseong Naksan Section…………………………… 7
Special Referral 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in Seoul……………… 8
Barrier …………………………………… Free Tour Namsangol Hanok Village 9
Barrier …………………………………………………… Free Tour Dream Forest 10
Enjoy fun activities at Yeouido Hangang Park
Seoul Marina Quay Address Hours of Operation: 11:00~21:00 Events on the Yacht 160, Yeouiseo-ro,Yeongdeungpo-gu,Seoul Maximum Capacity (Biz Yacht) Yacht catering, cafe, wedding, and other Website/Inquiries 24 people events www.seoul-marina.com/ Fee (Biz Yacht) Languages 82-2-3780-8400 Boat Rental: 336,000 won Website / On-site: Kor, Eng
Seoul Bamdokkaebi Night Market (2016) Hangang Summer Festival Hangang on the Yacht (2016 Underbridge Film Festival) ▶ Recommend fun activities that can be enjoyed at Yeouido Hangang Park in honor of spring ▶ The Seoul Bamdokkaebi Night Market is a festival for people to enjoy food trucks, sharing markets, and busking from spring to fall at night. - Schedule: Fri&Sat from Mar 24 to Oct 28 between 18:00~23:00 / Website: www.bamdokkaebi.org ▶ Hangang Summer Festival is a leading festival in the summer that operates over 80 programs for domestic and foreign tourists - Schedule: Jul 21~Aug 20 ※ Details TBA - Major events: water balloons, water gun fight, after party with a DJ, underbridge film festival, world night market, etc. ▶ Enjoy yacht rides for an affordable price at the Seoul Marina Club & Yacht - Enjoy the view of Hangang on the yacht while eating catered food. A great destination for lovers, families, and group visitors who wish to enjoy spring between April and May when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom ※ Reservation inquiries: 82-2-3780-8427(Marine Department at Seoul Marina) Category Characteristics Capacity Price - City tour product for group tourists 336,000 won Biz yacht - Course: Yanghwadaegyo ~ Wonhyodaegyo (1 hour) - Up to 24 people (one boat) Yanghwadaegyo ~ Dongjakdaegyo (1 hour) - Enjoy a romantic time with your lover - 27 ft: 4~8 people 15,000 won Cruiser yacht - Sailing yacht is high speed through utilization of the wind - 31 ft: up to 9 people (1 hour/person)
▶ Directions: 20 minute walk from Exit ① of National Assembly Station on Line 9 ▶ Parking: Use the parking lot at Yeouido Hangang Park (2,000 won for the first 30 minutes, large bus parking available) ▶ Package TIP: Can develop a specialized product that ties together Hangang activity programs during the week and night market and Hangang Summer Festival at night ▶ Nearby Attractions: Yeouido Park, Yeouido Hangang Park, IFC Mall, National Assembly, 63 City
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Enjoy Bright Spring Days By exploring Hanok Cafes
Solgaheon Teatime at the yard Inside the yard Address Address Address 54, Jahamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 26, Bukchon-ro 11na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul 17-35, Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul Inquiries Inquiries Inquiries 82-2-738-3366 82-2-722-7006 82-2-745-7420 Capacity: 50 Capacity: 30 Capacity: 30
▶ Recommend three hanok cafes where you can enjoy tea and dessert appreciating the warm spring weather ▶ Wearing hanbok and exploring traditional hanok cafes and palaces in Seoul is becoming popular among domestic and foreign tourists - Nearby palaces and paths Gyeongbokgung, Deoksugung, Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, and Unhyeongung palaces, Samcheong-dong, Bukchon Hanok Village, etc. ▶ ‘Solgaheon’ is a herbal healing cafe that offers foot baths and moxibustion, great for relieving fatigue from trips ▶ Details Place Solgaheon Teatime at the yard Inside the yard Hours of - Daily, 11:00~22:00 - Daily, 11:00~22:30 - 11:00~22:00, closed on Mondays Operation - Traditional tea house with a dozy yard - Pursues eco-friendly naturalism - Hanok cafe with a beautiful garden - Recommended to Japanese tourists as Characteri - Foot bath and moxibustion available - Great for enjoying the hanok and garden the main shooting location of Korea- -stics - Over 10kinds of homemade herbal - Mulberry leaf tea recommended for Japan joint movie "Cafe Seoul" tea improving weak constitution - Serves popular dishes like traditional porridge and snacks
- Traditional tea: 10,000~25,000 won - Traditional tea: 8,000~13,000won - Herbal tea: 6,000~8,000won Price - Moxibustion: 10,000won for 30min - Snacks: 4,000~8,000won - Snacks: 5,000~10,000won - Foot bath: 10,000won for 20min
- 10 minute walk from Exit ③ of - 15 minute walk from Exit ① if Anguk - 3 minute walk from Exit ⑥ of Jongno 3-ga Directions Gyeongbokgung Station on Line 3 Station on Line 3 Station on Line 1, 3, and 5
▶ Parking - Solgaheon: Public parking lot at Gyeongbokgung Palace(4,000won for 2hours, large bus parking available) - Teatime at the yard: Public parking lot at Gyeongbokgung Palace(4,000won for 2hours, large bus parking available) - Inside the yard: Public parking lot at Nakwon Music Mall(1,000won for 10minutes, large bus parking available) ▶ Package TIP: Can develop an urban hanok-themed product that features cafes, restaurants, and art galleries ▶ Nearby attractions: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun Gate, Jongno Street, Bukchon Hanok Village, Seochon, Ikseon-dong, Samcheong-dong
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Comprehensive Culture Space in Seoul
Platform-L
Address Hours of Operation Fee 11, Eonju-ro133-gil,Gangnam-gu,Seoul Closed on Mondays / 14:00~22:00 Adult: 5,000 won / Youth: 4,000 won Website/Inquiries Ancillary facilities Payment Method platform-l.org/ Gallery, platform live, lecture room Cash, credit card payments (including 82-2-6929-4470 Art shop, cafe, etc. overseas credit cards) Languages Website / On-site: Kor, Eng
Photos of exhibition Outside Platform-L Art shop Cafe opening ▶ Comprehensive culture space built by Louis Quatorze is full of fun activities including exhibitions by modern artists, art shop, and cafe. ▶ The cafe and art shop is located on the first floor on both sides of the open outdoor space. - Art shop: sells books on art, props, posters and products by Louis Quatorze - Cafe: sells fresh bread, dessert and coffee made from top grade beans ▶ Located next to Cheongdam-dong, Apgujeong-dong and other shopping centers and gourmet eateries ▶ A wide variety of cultural programs in addition to exhibitions including talk with the artist, seminars, and discussions are held (most can be translated or interpreted into English) ▶ Current programs Location Category Title Schedule Description (Capacity) Private exhibition by leading Live Room Exhibition on global capitalism, race, and identity of sexual Exhibition April 30 (sun) English film artist, Isaac Julien (192) minorities through installation of multi-channel films
Mar.22(wed) Lecture that analyzes the meaning of health and happiness in From clinic to screen, how to Lecture Room Lecture ~June14 (wed) art from the perspectives of science, medicine, and sociology pursue health and happiness (20) 19:00~22:00 ※ English guide and brochure available
▶ Directions: 5 minute walk from Exit ⑩ of Hak-dong Station on Line 7 ▶ Parking: Platform-L parking lot (large bus parking unavailable), Seoul Main Customs parking lot (2,000 won for 30 minutes, large bus parking available) ▶ Package TIP: Can develop a shopping, gourmet food, cultural experience product in conjunction with Cheongdam-dong and Apgujeong-dong ▶ Nearby Attractions: Cheongdam-dong Luxury Street, Apgujeong Rodeo Street, COEX, Gangnam daero, Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil
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Gugak Festival at Seoul Donhwamun Traditional Theater
Address Time Admission: 5,000 won 102,Yulgok-ro,Jongno-gu,Seoul March 3 (Fri)~May 27 (Sat) (13 weeks) (4,000 won for those who wear hanbok, Website/Inquiries Performance Schedule toured Changdeokgung Palace or www.sdtt.or.kr 72 performances Jongmyo and family groups) 82-2-3210-7001 (Check the website for detailed schedule) Languages Website: Kor / On-site: Kor, Eng
Seoul Donhwamun Traditional Theater
▶ The largest gugak music festival in Korea held in springtime at the Seoul Donhwamun Traditional Theater ▶ Enjoy the traditional music and creative performances by selected artists and art groups at an affordable price
▶ Rare opportunity to enjoy gugak live in a traditional setting and also offers non-verbal performance for foreigners to enjoy - English brochure available for each performance to better serve foreign tourists ▶ Major performances of Pre&Free recommended to foreign tourists
Time Performer Title Description April 7 (Fri) Folk song excursion with Performs folk songs of each region with traditional Da Ol Sori -8 (Sat) Da Ol Sori instruments April 25 (Tues) Original performance created by experts in the fields of Show and Life Folk musical "Seopyeonjae" -27 (Thurs) creative plays, musicals, and actors May 9 (Tues) Pansori Therapy Ssireum Challenge by the Madanggeuk Play type pansori performance that -11 (Thurs) Research Center Supermarket Lady captures the audience with humor and inspiration May 19 (Fri) Ju Jeong-hyeon A journey to Haegeum Haegeum performance English explanation provided -20 (Sat)
▶ Directions: 5 minute walk from Exit ④ of Anguk Station on Line 3 5 minute walk from Exit ⑦ of Jongno 3-ga Station on Line 1, 3, and 5 ▶ Parking: Changgyeonggung Palace parking lot (large bus parking available, 4,000 won for 2 hours) ▶ Package TIP: Can develop into a product that centers on traditional experiences in Seoul featuring hanbok wearing, hanok cafes and palace tours ▶ Nearby Attractions: Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeongbokgung, and Unhyeongung palaces, Gwanghwamun Gate, Jongmyo
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The most beautiful festival in Seoul
2017 Seoul Rose Festival
Address Time: May 19 (Fri)~21 (Sun) Admission: Free 187-367,Jungnangcheon-ro,Jungnang-gu, ※Opening performance: 7:30PM on May 18 Languages Seoul/Rose Tunnel at Jungnangcheon Stream Theme: You are the flower Website: Kor / On-site: Kor, Eng Website/Inquiries Major programs Hanbok wearing program seoulrose.jungnang.go.kr / 82-2-2094-1820 - Flower lamp (LED Ball): 7:30 PM on May 18 - Rental shop: Rose Garden at - Blossom falling(fireworks): 9PM on May 21 Mukdongcheon Stream (Rose beauty zone) - Fee: TBA
Rose Tunnel at Jungnangcheon Stream Rose photo zone Hanbok flash mob ▶ Rose festival held at the Rose Tunnel (5.15km) in Jungnang-gu district where thousands of roses bloom in May ▶ Admire roses at the ‘Night Rose(Rose-shaded festival)’event that utilizes lighting techniques to accentuate the beauty of roses ▶ Hanbok rental available during the festival period and photo zones are also installed ▶ Programs (performances are free of charge) Theme Time Event Description Venue Rose Day 16:00-18:00 Rose Parade Parade by professional teams along the Rose Tunnel Rose Tunnel May 19 (Fri) 19:30-21:30 Rose Song Contest Local singing contest and special performance by singer Park Hyeon-bin and others 15:00-16:00 Hanbok flash mob Surprise performance for visitors who are exhausted by the heat Rose Song and Junghwa 18:00-19:00 Unique music such as yodeling and bluegrass Lover's Day yodeling Sports Park Rose & Music May 20 (Sat) 19:30-21:00 Hip-hop labels and indi artists such as AOMG (Loco, Ugly Duck, ELO) party 19:30-21:00 Rose & Jazz Band Jazz band that consists of foreign members Surim Park Walk on the Rose Junghwa Sports Park → Mukdongcheon Stream → Walk on Rose Path that is Wife's Day 10:00-12:00 Path connected to Rose Tunnel Junghwa Sports Park May 21 (Sun) 19:30-21:00 Musical Gala Musical ‘Grease’ ▶ Plenty of programs to enjoy during the festival including regular events(street performances, flea market featuring roses, food booths) as well as interactive programs(water slides, hot-air balloons, mini trains ) ※involves a fee ▶ Admire roses for the week before, after the festival. The Jungnangcheon Stream area has beautiful paths in spring.
▶ Directions - Exit ⑦ of Meokgol Station on Line 7, Exit ④ of Junghwa Station → 10 minutes' walk in Jungnangcheon Stream direction - Exit ⑧ of Taereung Station on Line 6→ 3 minute walk in Jungnangcheon Stream direction - Green Bus: 2113, 2114, Blue Bus: 105, 146, N61 ▶ Parking: Tour bus temporary parking lot near Exit ① and ⑤ of Bonghwasan Station on Line 6 (210 M) ※Operated during the three days of the festival, 30 parking spaces available ▶ Package TIP: A FIT product in connection to the Bike road in Jungnangcheon Stream and Jungnang Camping Forest ▶ Nearby attractions: Pottery Theme Park in Bonghwasan Mountain, Yongma Waterfall Park, Jungnang Camping Forest, Mangu History and Culture Park
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Enjoying Seoullo 7017 Walking tour of Namsan and Hoehyeon
Seoullo 7017 Website/Inquiries Opening Date Admission seoullo7017.seoul.go.kr / May 20, 2017 None (Kor, Eng, Chn) Open 24/7 Languages 82-2-2133-8691~3, 8687~8 Website: Kor, Eng, Chn
Seoul Station Namdaemun Presbyterian Church Seoul Square Baekbeom Square ▶ Seoullo 7017, which will open on May 20, 2017, is expected to become a tourist destination that connects the historic and cultural landmarks, parks, and tourist special zones around Seoul Station. - Each month, walking tours near Seoullo 7017 will be introduced on Newsletter: SEOUL TOUR+. ▶ Enjoy Seoul's 600 years of history by walking on the Hoehyeon and Namsan Course which is laid out between Namdaemun Presbyterian Church and Sungnyemun Gate. - Recommended course: Seoul Station → Namdaemun Presbyterian Church → Seoul Square → Baekbeom Square (Namsan Park) → Seoul City Wall → Sungnyemun Gate - Station built and used during the colonial period - The first floor is used for performances, exhibitions and the second floor is used as a space for exhibitions , seminars. Culture Station Seoul - Davinchi Codex Exhibition is available until April 16 (refer to the website for the next schedule) 284 - Hours of Operation: 10:00~19:00 / Fee: Adult 17,000 won, Children 11,000 won - Website: www.seoul284.org Namdaemun - Historic church that was originally built as a church inside Widespread Relief House, the first western hospital in Korea Presbyterian Church - A stone building built in the style of gothic architecture in 1969. You can also rest at the park attached to the church. Seoul Square - View the brilliant nightscape on the largest media canvas in the world Filming site of TV Drama ‘Misaeng’ Baekbeom Square - Situated at the heart of the city, Namsan Park is great for taking a walk and enjoying the magnificent view of Seoul (Namsan Park) - Located in a less crowded area, making it perfect for taking a break at the lawn by the statue of Baekbeom Kim Gu - A door built in 1396, it is National Treasure No. 1 and the oldest wooden building remaining in Seoul. - Known for brilliant nightscape, it’s situated near Namdaemun Market, the leading traditional market in Korea. Sungnyemun - Changing of the Guards Ceremony of the Joseon Dynasty is reenacted in front of Sungnyemun Gate daily(For Free) - Hours of the Ceremony: 10:00~16:30, in 30minute intervals(closed on Mon)/Website: www.royalgyard.or.kr ※ Guards Ceremony In the sequence of changing of the guards, opening and closing of the city gates, and patrolling the city walls
▶ Directions: Exit ② of Seoul Station on Line 1 and 4 ▶ Parking: Namsan Park parking lot (large bus parking available, 5,400 won for 1 hour) ▶ Package TIP - Can be developed into a SIT product on urban regeneration utilizing Seoullo 7017 - Can be developed into a walking tour FIT product that starts at Seoul Station and utilizes Seoullo 7017 walking courses
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Walking on Seoul Hanyangdoseong ① Naksan Section
Reservation Guide to Naksan Walking Tour Internet application(refer to below) Hours of Operation Fee: Free ※ Make reservations at least three days in Select from 10am or 2pm on weekdays ※ Palace admission·cultural experience· advance Select from 10am, 2pm, or 3pm on weekends transportation fee shall be borne by the visitor Website/Inquiries Meeting place (Departure) Languages: Kor, Eng, Chn dobo.visitseoul.net / Exit ⑦ of Dongdaemun Station on 82-2-6925-0777 Line 1 and 4
Dongdaemun Gate Hanyangdoseong Ihwa-dong Mural Village Marronnier Park (Heunginjimun Gate) ▶ Naksan section, referred to as the Montmartre of Seoul, has the gentlest slope among the five walking tour courses on Hanyangdoseong ▶ A popular walking and dating site that offers the landscape of Seoul from atop the city walls ▶ Walking tour connects between Dongdaemun Gate and Naksan along with commentary by a professional tour guide - Course: Heunginjimun Gate → Hanyangdoseong Museum → Ihwa-dong Mural Village → Palgakjeong Pavilion (Heungdeogibat Field) → Summit of Naksan (Observatory) → Naksan Gallery → Naksan 1-gil → Marronnier Park Major Sites Characteristics - Built in 1396, it is one of the four gates to the walls of Seoul Dongdaemun Gate - Leading tourist destination known for its delicate and splendid beauty (Heunginjimun Gate) - Dongdaemun Design Plaza, a comprehensive art space, and Dongdaemun Market, a shopping mecca, are nearby Hanyangdoseong - City wall that wraps around downtown Seoul that demonstrates the advanced building technology of the Joseon Dynasty Ihwa-dong Mural - Art street created through a public art project Village - A popular destination for photographers that evokes the feel of an old alley and an artistic sentiment - Citizen's park with a playground, outdoor stage, and a snack booth Marronnier Park - Cultural destination similar to Daehangno, a symbol of youth and culture ▶ Reservation guide to Naksan Section Walking Tour(Make the reservation at least five days in advance for weekends, holidays, and busy season during Apr, May, Sep and Oct) - Reservation: dobo.visitseoul.net → Select Naksan Fortress → Make reservation at least three days before the desired date - Capacity: 10 or less Koreans and foreigners (individual) ※Group reservation unavailable
▶ Directions: Gather in front of Exit ⑦ of Dongdaemun Station on Line 1 and 4 ▶ Parking: Public parking lot nearby (Seongbuk Private Parking Lot: 2,000 won for initial 20minutes, 2,000 won for additional 30 minutes, parking space for large buses available) ▶ Package TIP: A FIT product that involves Hanyangdoseong Naksan section trekking and exploration of restaurants in Daehangno ▶ Nearby Attractions: Dongdaemun Market, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Daehangno streets, Namsan Park, Cheonggyecheon Stream
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2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics In Seoul
Seoul Olympic Museum Address Hours of Operation Admission: Free Olympic Park,424,Olympic-ro,Songpa- Tues-Sun: 10:00~18:00 Languages gu,Seoul Closed on Monday, January 1, Lunar New Website: Kor, Eng, Chn, Jpn / Website/Inquiries Year's Day, and Chuseok On-site: Kor 88olympic.kspo.or.kr / 82-2-410-1072
Pyeongchang Winter Olympics Clock Seoul Olympic Museum Olympic Park Tower at Seoul Plaza ▶ Introduction to Seoul Plaza Clock Tower and Seoul Olympic Museum which contains information on the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics ▶ Installation of Seoul Plaza Countdown Clock Tower to promote the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics - Countdown clock tower installed to countdown 1year until the start of the Olympics will be in Seoul Plaza until Mar 20, 2018. ▶ Learn about the history of the Olympics at Seoul Olympic Museum - Permanent exhibitions on the origin and the history of the Olympics, and the achievements of the 1988 Seoul Olympics ※ Separate inquiry required for group tours with 30 or more people (82-2-410-1354) ▶ The Olympic Park, built in preparation of the 1988 Seoul Olympics is a great place for people to visit in spring and fall. - It has a eco park and paths for walking and jogging, making it perfect for strolls in the spring and taking pictures ※ Stamp Tour featuring the 9 Best Spots at the Olympic Park 1) How to Participate: Visit the Info Center -> Receive a tour map at the departure point -> Get a stamp for each section -> Receive a completion gift 2) Recommended Tour Order: 1 World Peace Gate → 3 Music Fountain at Mongchonhaeja Moat → 4 Conversation (Sculpture) → 5 Mongchontoseong Fortress Path → 6 Lone Tree → 7 88 Lake → 8 Wild Flower Floor → 9 Rose Garden → 2 Thumb (Sculpture)
▶ Directions - Seoul Plaza Clock Tower: Exit ⑤ of City Hall Station on Line 1 and 2 → Middle of Seoul Plaza - Olympic Park: Exit ③ of Olympic Park Station on Line 5 ▶ Parking: Use the parking lot at Seoul City Hall (large bus parking available) Use the Olympic Park parking lot (1,000 won for 1 hour, large bus parking available) ▶ Package TIP: Link with nearby attractions such as Olympic Park and Mongchontoseong Fortress
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Traditional Hanok trip on wheels Namsangol Hanok Village
Address Hours of Operation Languages Website: Kor 28, Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (Closed on Tuesdays) On-site: Kor, Eng, Chn, Jpn (guidebook) Website/Inquiries Hanok: Apr~Oct: 09:00~21:00 Rental info www.hanokmaeul.or.kr / Nov~Mar: 09:00~20:00 - Ask at the office by the front gate 82-2-2261-0500 Traditional Garden: 07:00~23:00 - Rents out up to three wheelchairs and eight Price: Free strollers for free ▶ Most buildings have a ramp but assistance is required for manually-operated wheelchairs because of the slope ▶ The ramp at the entrance of hanok buildings are narrow, so only one wheelchair can pass at a time ▶ Cafe 'Ari' at the hanok village is wheelchair-friendly. Cafe ‘Dabansa’ at the traditional theater, however, has a narrow entrance with steps that is not available for wheelchairs ▶ Free commentary provided daily: Two sessions in Korean and one session each in Eng, Chn, and Jpn ※Groups of 10 or more people are required to make a reservation (82-2-264-4412). ▶ Programs carried out at the traditional theater and outdoor stage are wheelchair accessible Category Description Venue Schedule Traditional The first Gugak performance hall in Korea; wheelchair- Namsan Traditional Inquiries: 82-2-2261-0500 Theater friendly with an elevator and four wheelchair seats Theater Traditional wedding of the nobility conducted outdoor House of Lady Min Mar-Nov on Sat/Sun Outdoor yard for easy wheelchair access Yard Inquiries: 82-2-2263-0854
▶ Two restrooms are available for the handicapped with separate space for men and women ※The restroom at the traditional theater doesn’t have bumps or steps by the entrance and also has appropriate slope of the mirror and ample space below the washstand, making it wheelchair-friendly
Village entrance and ramp Restroom next to the theater Interior of Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater and wheelchair seats ▶ Recommended Course: ① Cheonghakji→ ②Hanok Village→ ③ Hanok Cafe&Shop ‘Ari’→ ④Cheonugak Pavilion→ ⑤Namsan & Traditional Theater→ ⑥Gwaneojeong Gazebo ▶ Wheelchair Usage Tip - Three hanok buildings(Kim Chunyeong's House·Min's House, Yun Taekyeong’s House) are wheelchair-accessible. You can access the inner yard and the exterior of the buildings. - At Cafe ‘Ari,’ tables are available but the interior is not wide enough ※ Operation: April~October: 10:00-20:00 / November~March: 10:00-19:30 - The second floor of Cheonugak Pavilion is not accessible because it does not have a ramp yet ※Required time: 45minutes for non-handicapped people, 1hour for wheelchair users
▶ Directions: Use the crosswalk at Exit ⑦ of Chungmuro Station on Line 4; in the direction of Exit ④ ▶ Parking: Located at the front gate of Hanok Village; 1 parking spot for the handicapped out of 15 parking spots (large bus parking unavailable) - Fee: 250won/5minutes for small cars, 3,000won/hour for tour buses(500won/5minutes after 2hours) ※ 80% discount applied for the handicapped - Hours of Operation: 09:00~20:00
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Reach the observatory on your wheelchair Dream Forest
Address Hours of Operation Languages: Website: Kor 176, Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul Open all year / On-site: Kor, Eng, Chn, Jpn (guidebook) Website/Inquiries Observatory closed on Mondays Rental info: Dreamforest.seoul.go.kr Price - Ask at the Visitor Center by East gate 82-2-2289-4001~5 Free - Rents out up to four wheelchairs and 300 strollers for free ▶ Convenient accessibility with a wooden deck path and ramp but manual wheel chair operators will need assistance due to the slopes and bumps between Shrine for Changnyeongwi and Woryeongji section ※ Recommendation: Manual wheelchair should moves along the downward slope from Seomun to Dongmun ▶ The elevator connects the entire way up to the observatory ※Can accommodate 3-4 manual wheelchairs ▶ Dongmun(East gate) Visitor Center has steps, a ramp and guide blocks
▶ Wheelchair-friendly as both cafes have no steps at the entrance and has ample space beneath tables Cafe Description Location Operation hour Cafe Dream Book cafe with 100seats that also provides wheelchair seating 1F of Art Center 10:00~21:00 10:00~21:00 Cafe Two A great view with open glass windows on three sides. The tables are high. 2F of the Observatory (Closed on Mon)
▶ All seven restrooms are equipped with handicapped stalls for both men and women. They are convenient to use with a slanted mirror and ample space below the washstands ※All have emergency bells
Ramp and guidance blocks at Visitor Center entrance Wooden deck path Restroom and emergency bell Inside Cafe Two ▶ Recommended course: ① Visitor Center→ ② Deer Field, Chohwawon→ ③ Shrine for Changnyeongwi → ④Woryeongji→ ⑤ Art Center→ ⑥ Observatory→ ⑦Iris Garden → ⑧Cheongundabwon→ ⑨Chilpokji
▶ Wheelchair Usage Tip - Use the elevator from the Dongmun Parking Lot when moving from the Visitor Center to the Deer Field ※Deer Field: Operation temporarily suspended for safety management, inquire after reopening date at (82-2-2289-4001) - Pool activity available at the Culture Plaza in front of the Art Center (May~Sep/ 5times a day for 30minutes) - Use the outdoor resting area in front of Iris Garden with a photo zone and ramp - Cheongundabwon (lawn plaza) is open between Jun and Nov Walking path in Spring Woryeongji Pond Cheongundabwon Photo Zone ※Required time: 1hour for non-handicapped people, 1.5hours for wheelchair users ▶ Directions: Exit ② of Wolgye Station on Line 1, Exit ③ of Dolgoji Station on Line 6→ Transfer to Bus 147 → Get off at ‘Dream Forest’ ▶ Parking: 328 parking spots at Dongmun Parking Lot (20 handicapped parking spaces)/ 74 parking spots at Seomun Parking Lot (6 handicapped parking spaces) ※large vehicle parking unavailable at Seomun Parking Lot - Fee: 300won/10min for small vehicles; 600won/10min for large vehicles ※ 80% discount for handicapped users
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Published Date: March 2017
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