- Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
- Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
- Panmunjeom Tour
Attractions in Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
- Goseong Unification Observatory LINK
【 Photo: Unification Observatory 】
Goseong Unification Observatory is the northernmost viewing post in Korea. Visitors can use the binoculars available on the second floor observation deck of the Unification Hall to see North Korea. On clear days, visitors may also catch a glimpse of North Korean citizens going about their daily lives. In addition, the 6.25 Experience Hall within the observatory allows visitors to imagine the lives of people during the Korean War through exhibitions in the War Experience Room, Planned Exhibition Room, Photo Exhibition Hall, and more.
- Address: 481, Geumgangsan-ro, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do (강원도 고성군 금강산로 481)
- Operating hours (based on admission): March 1 – July 14, August 21 – October 31 09:00-16:50 / July 15 – August 20 09:00-17:50 / November 1 – February 28 09:00-15:50 / Open all year round
* All facilities remain open for viewing until 17:30 (must exit the Civilian Control Line by 17:50) -
Admission: Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers, Children, & Senior citizens 1,500 won / Preschoolers free
* Adults (ages 19-64) / Teenagers & Children (ages 7-18) / Senior citizens (ages 65 & older)
* Includes admission to The Korean War Exhibition Hall -
Entrance
- Sign-up at Unification and Security Park.
- Attend Security Education (8 min video).
- Using personal car, travel as a group to Unification Observatory (departs every 30 minutes; individual travel prohibited).
- Motorcycles are permitted following the same rules for personal cars.
- When passing the Civilian Control Line, all vehicles must stop for inspection, register for entrance, and place the approved pass in the front window.
- 6.25 Experience Hall operates under the same hours as Unification Observatory. - Website: www.tongiltour.co.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
- DMZ Museum LINK
【 Photo: DMZ Museum 】
DMZ Museum is comprised of four themed-exhibition halls, in addition to auxiliary buildings including a special exhibition center, theater, and other convenience facilities. The museum teaches visitors everything there is to know about the DMZ, from its historical background to reports on the area's future ecological importance and cultural value. Visit the theater to learn more about the Korean War and its aftermath through 3D documentary films.
- Address: 369, Tongiljeonmangdae-ro, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do (강원도 고성군 통일전망대로 369)
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Operating hours: March-October 09:00-18:00 / November-February 09:00-17:00
* Last admission 1 hour before closing
* Closed Mondays & January 1 - Admission: Free
* Visitors must pay for admission to Goseong Unification Observatory in order to access the museum. - Entrance: Visitors must stop at the Unification and Security Park to sign up for admission. After completing a short security education, pay for admission to Unification Observatory. (Admission to only DMZ Museum not allowed)
- Website: www.dmzmuseum.com (Korean, English)
- Hwajinpo History & Security Museum LINK
【 Photo: The Syngman Rhee Presidential Memorial of Hwajinpo (Credit: Goseong County Office)】
Hwajinpo is a lagoon, a rarely seen ecological feature in Korea. This ocean-formed lake is home to reeds and is visited by thousands of migratory birds. Surrounding the lake is a forest of hundred-year-old pine trees. Located within this beauty is Hwajinpo History & Security Museum. Here, people can learn more about Korea's history and security education, covering over 50 years of modern history.
- Address: 33, Iseungmanbyeoljang-gil, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do (강원도 고성군 화진포길 300-1)
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Operating hours: March-October 09:00-18:00 / November-February 09:00-17:30 / Last admission 1 hour before closing / Open all year round
* Extended hours (09:00-19:00) applied during summer beach opening season (mid-July –mid-August)
* Hwajinpo History & Security Museum admission includes Villa of Kim Ilsung, Villa of Syngman Rhee, Villa of Lee Ki-poong, & Marine Eco Museum -
Admission: Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers & Children 2,300 won
* Adults (ages 19-64) / Teenagers & Children (ages 7-18)
* Hwajinpo History & Security Museum admission includes Villa of Kim Ilsung, Villa of Syngman Rhee, Villa of Lee Kipoong, & Marine Eco Museum
- Website
Goseong-gun Culture & Tourism: www.gwgs.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) - 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese, Thai, Malay)
This page was last updated on March 17, 2023, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here. We advise you to check details before visiting.
