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Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village (Seoul) — Bukchon Hanok Village is a Korean traditional village in Seoul with a long history located on the top of a hill between Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace and Jongmyo Royal Shrine. The traditional village is composed of lots of alleys, hanok and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment. As Bukchon Hanok Village is an actual neighborhood with people’s homes, visitors are advised to be respectful at all times while looking around.

Free admission. Hours: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (Monday – Saturday). Closed to visitors on Sundays. For an additional fee, tours of the village are available (with advanced reservations). Go to the following website for details: https://english.visitseoul.net/walking-tour/BukchonHanokVillage_/622