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Eunpyeong Hanok Village, Seoul: Modern Hanok Homes Below Bukhansan

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Eunpyeong Hanok Village (은평한옥마을) is a modern hanok (traditional Korean house) village in Jingwan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul. It was created after Bukchon and Seochon as a newer hanok area, and it forms a historic and cultural village together with Bukhansan National Park and Jingwansa Temple. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) About the Village The land here was sold to individuals on the condition that they build only hanok. Each owner built according to their own taste, so the houses differ in shape and in the color of their wood, which makes them fun to look at. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) Things to See and Do Hanok streets: Walk past houses that each have their own design. Walking paths and cafes: The village has walking paths, cafes and other facilities. Eunpyeong History Hanok Museum: A museum with a rooftop observation deck (admission fee: KRW 1,000). Jingwansa Temple: The temple that gave Jingwan-dong its name is close to the...
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Unhyeongung, Seoul: The Childhood Home of King Gojong

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Unhyeongung (운현궁) is a historic site in Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. Unlike royal palaces such as Gyeongbokgung, it was a residence for relatives of the royal family. It was the private home of Heungseon Daewongun and his family, and the place where King Gojong was born and grew up before he became king.

Main hall and courtyard of Unhyeongung

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

About Unhyeongung

Most of the historical events of the late Joseon Dynasty began here. Many reform policies, as well as the policy of closing the country to foreign powers, were carried out from here, which gives Unhyeongung special historical significance.

The main buildings are Noandang and Norakdang, completed in September 1864, and Irodang, added six years later. There were once four main gates, but only one remains today.

Hanok buildings and stone courtyard at Unhyeongung

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Things to See and Do

  • Norakdang: The central building of Unhyeongung, used for big events such as 60th birthday celebrations and banquets.
  • Noandang: The building Heungseon Daewongun used as his sarangchae (men's quarters). It is a typical Korean tiled-roof house known for the delicate, beautiful tips of its eaves.
  • Irodang: The building added six years after the first two.
Wooden veranda along a hanok building at Unhyeongung

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Room with traditional furniture and clothing at Unhyeongung

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Before You Go

  • Admission is free.
  • Unhyeongung is closed on Mondays. If a Monday is a public holiday, it is open.
  • Hours change by season. See the table below.
  • There is no parking, so public transportation is recommended.
Wooden chests and household items displayed in a room at Unhyeongung

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Basic Information

NameUnhyeongung (운현궁)
Address464 Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 종로구 삼일대로 464
HoursApril-October: 09:00-19:00 (last entry 18:30)
November-March: 09:00-18:00 (last entry 17:30)
ClosedMondays (open if Monday is a public holiday)
AdmissionFree
ParkingNot available
Contact+82-2-766-9090
Websiteunhyeongung.or.kr

How to Get There

  • Subway: Anguk Station (Line 3), Exit 4. About 104 m from the exit.
Open courtyard with large trees at Unhyeongung

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

This post was prepared using Korean public data (Korea Tourism Organization), but some details may differ from the current situation. Please use it only as a reference for your trip to Korea, and if you need more information, search for the title of this post on Google or another search engine.

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI), KOGL Type 1

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