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  • 5/5 Bryan W. 1 year ago on Google
    Literally, a living historic village. Take a walk back in time and roam around the small short hills of this ancient village. There's this uncanny blend of current living with historic culture. Short walking distance away are the two largest palaces in Seoul. Several awesome cafes nearby as well.
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  • 4/5 Pakkapol L. 1 year ago on Google
    I nice place to visit a short walk from Seoul Royal Palace (Gyeongbokgung). There isn’t much but still quite worth seeing. To get to the main photogenic spot keep walking straight into the alley from the map marker where you go quite a bit up hill. There’s also maps around the area that guide you though a route through multiple villages in the same area if you wish to see more. There’s a traditional dress (both men and women) rental shop down the road from the entrance to the alley which is quite a popular thing for tourists to do.
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  • 5/5 Traveler 1 year ago on Google
    This place is a must! I recommend to do this on your first day of the trip: energy is still high, Chance to absorb the local culture, and mood setting for the rest of the trip. Hopefully we all are as a tourist help to keep this place quiet and nice for the year to come. You must do the whole round and stop at the end with a nice cute tea shop to end the tour.
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  • 5/5 Daniel K. 7 months ago on Google • 781 reviews
    Great place to visit after checking out the palace. That said I do image this would get busier on weekends and might loose some of its charm if it’s too crowded. Best time I reckon is sunset on a weekday and the view down the street is great.
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  • 4/5 Georgia Ramsamy (. 8 months ago on Google • 410 reviews
    The route where the houses are is actually somewhat overrated, in my opinion. Though very picturesque. It does get very busy, if you are planning to take lots of photos then i recommend getting there earlier. I think you can only explore the street freely from 10-5pm. The surround area is really nice. There are some trendy cafes and bars worth visiting. A nice place to walk around and take in the atmosphere.
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  • 5/5 jared l. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the most refreshing and enjoyable morning, a long and around this part of Souyh Korea of Bukchon Hanok Village. We were transported to history at olden times. Love to see and relish the beautiful architecture, the old but charming buildings and houses. Some parts hilly with gentle slope but all was worth it. A great morning exercise, anyway!!!
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  • 5/5 gong y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Bukchon is a hanok preservation village at the foot of Bukak Mountain. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace and other tourist sites are nearby. A quiet and beautiful place is in the middle of Seoul. It is a neighborhood where residents live. (Original) 북악산 기슭에 있는 한옥보존마을로 청계천과 종로의 윗동네라는 뜻으로 북촌이라 합니다. 주변에 경복궁, 창덕궁, 덕수궁 등 관광지가 있으며 한적하고 멋스러운 곳이 서울 한복판에 있어서 좋으며 주민들이 살고 있는 동네라 큰 소음 내지 않는 예의가 필요합니다.
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  • 5/5 Kimochi S. 2 years ago on Google
    I simply love this area and I was here many times already. I cannot recommend to come here on the weekend or during public holiday. But please keep in mind that asian Cities are crowded sometimes. That's the way it is. If there is a beautiful spot you will never be the only person who will find it. You can of course avoid the crowds. The best time for a relaxed visit will be weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm. You can stroll around in small alleys with cute boutiques, 3rd wave coffeeshops, restaurants and korean teashops like a branch of the famous Osuloc teahouse. What you also find here: >> Gyeongbokgung Palace >> The National Museum of Contemporary and Modern Art is really worth a visit. >> Insadong: That's another popular area located just across the main street.
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  • 5/5 Priti C. 3 years ago on Google
    So beautiful and peaceful to walk around this place, there are even fast food outlets, traditional dress shop where you can rent and wear the Korean dress and get photos clicked... Essential oils and perfume shops and everything around
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  • 3/5 Martin G. 2 years ago on Google
    It is kind of nice but overhyped. There are pretty views but not really mind-blowing. Still worth a visit if you are around the area.
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  • 5/5 Tony T. 11 months ago on Google
    This village is on a steep hill, so be prepared to hike. Lots of alleys are dead ends so stick to the main path. You'll even see a crossing guard hushing you, as you're not allowed to be loud there. The hill and traditional rooftops make for a beautiful backdrop. Beware of the "best observatory" sign at the top that just leads you into a "tea museum" (named Best Prospect) with an entry fee.
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  • 4/5 Angie L. 6 months ago on Google • 299 reviews
    9 Oct 2023: A nice place with beautiful architecture but definitely with quite a number of tourists as well. There are many beautiful cafes to chill out and relax. The view is nice especially when it's getting towards sunset. We tried getting to the top to get the highest view, but it seems some of the places requires an "entrance fee", and since we didn't want to pay just to take a few photos, we didn't enter, instead we just roamed around the streets, which I think is beautiful enough.
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  • 5/5 aviss c. 7 months ago on Google • 192 reviews
    I really like the atmosphere here, it has a very relaxed and comfortable feel. It is basically a residential area, so need be respectful and quiet around the area. The attractions generally open around 9am, but you can politely walk around. There are a lot of hills though, so you need to be prepared. You can see Namsan Tower in the distance here. This would have been a great place to appreciate Korean culture, but there were too many tourists. It's hard to take a decent photo.
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  • 5/5 Melissa E. 2 years ago on Google
    Go hear to soak up some of old Seoul and sink into history. Great spot for taking cool pics and getting lost in the neighbourhood. Should be on the top of everyone’s list for sightseeing.
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  • 3/5 Fernando Victor de V. 11 months ago on Google
    Super commercialized already. It's supposed to be a traditional village but with the presence of the stores and the souvenir shops, the experience is less authentic and more like a tourist trap. We went here after our visit to the palace. We just walked under the heat of the summer sun. You may rent Hanbok and take pictures in the area.
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  • 4/5 Ouissal B. 6 months ago on Google • 466 reviews
    The road is filled with picturesque traditional Korean houses and was really interesting to see and quite different from the rest of the city. The area is residential so you'll have to be quiet. It is one of the main tourist attractions in Seoul and so it gets quite crowded with people who are either visiting it or coming back from the palace.

  • 5/5 Yves R. 5 months ago on Google • 204 reviews
    This is a residential area with some nice restaurants and cafe and bakeries to visit. It is a famous place to visit because of the scenic spots for photo taking, and the traditional houses that has beautiful historical walls and doors for photo taking. But remember to keep volume down as it is a residential area. It will be a little difficult to walk to the scenic spot if you have an elderly with you as it is uphill and need to walk a distance.
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  • 5/5 변상언 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) On this Lunar New Year holiday, I came to the Hanok Village right here after visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace at 5 o'clock, but the sun looked better because it was time to pass over Mt. (Original) 이번 설연휴에 경복궁 관람 5시에 마치고 바로 이곳 한옥마을에 왔는데 해는 인왕산 너머로 넘어가는 시간이라 더 멋지게 보였고, 한복 곱게 차려입은 사람들도 있더군요.
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  • 5/5 Shinho L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you don't have much time, follow the course shown on the guide map, and if you have a lot of time, go alleys and you will feel the Hanok Village properly. The best way to get to Bukchon Hanok Village is from Exit 2 of Anguk Station, Seoul Line 3, Exit 3. It is easiest to find it first by coming to the place called Jeongdok Library and going along the alley. This time I went and found a map with the course of Bukchon Hanok Village. From Exit 3, they guided us to start the first start at the Bukchon Cultural Center. ​ Personally recommended course tips! Routes 5-6 are also good~ However, it is recommended that many foreigners go to Joongang High School located in the 2nd and 3rd locations. In addition, these days, it is a famous place for filming dramas with Jungang High School in the background. These days, the Goddess Advent appears in the background. (It's a little uphill that way) ​ For those of you who are planning to travel to Seoul, let's briefly explain this place, The Hanok Village in Seoul has Bukchon/Gyeongbokgung Palace/Insa-dong/Unhyeongung/Donhwamun-ro/Seongbuk/Eunpyeong/Ikseon-dong. Among them, Bukchon Hanok Village is a historic area where the nobles of the Joseon Dynasty lived in Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung. Because there is Mt. Bugak, it is also good geographically. The places that belong here are Gahoe-dong, Gye-dong, Samcheong-dong, Wonseo-dong, Jae-dong, and Palpan-dong. (Original) 시간이 많지 않다면 안내도에 나와 있는 코스대로, 여유가 많다면 골목골목 다니시면 한옥마을을 제대로 느끼실 것 같네요. 북촌 한옥마을 오시는 길은 서울 3호선 안국역 2번 출구 3번 출구에서 오시는 편이 좋아요. 정독도서관이라는 곳으로 먼저 오셔서 골목길 따라서 가는게 제일 찾기는 쉽지만, 이번에 가서 북촌한옥마을 코스가 적혀 있는 지도를 발견했어요. 3번 출구에서 북촌문화센터가 있는 곳에서 첫 스타트를 할수 있게 안내해주더라고요. ​ 개인적으로 추천하는 코스 팁은! 5~6번 길도 좋아요~ 하지만 외국인 분들은 2,3번 위치의 중앙고등학교도 많이들 가시니 추천합니다. 덧, 요즘 중앙고등학교를 배경으로 드라마 촬영지로도 유명한 곳이에요. 요즘은 여신강림이 이곳을 배경으로 나온답니다. (약간 그쪽은 오르막입니다) ​ 서울 여행 오시려는 분들을 위해 잠깐 이곳에 대해 설명해보자면, 서울의 한옥마을은 북촌/경복궁서측/인사동/운현궁/돈화문로/성북/은평/익선동이 있는데요. 그 중에서도 북촌 한옥마을은 경복궁과 창덕궁이라는 조선시대 양반님들이 거주지로 살았던 유서깊은 지역이에요. 북악산이 있어서 풍수지리적으로도 좋고요. 이곳에 속하는 곳은 가회동, 계동, 삼청동, 원서동, 재동, 팔판동이에요.
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  • 5/5 Mary N. 2 years ago on Google
    I loved this ancient village ❤️ You can visit an ancient for free and the toilets are extremely modern 😂😂😂
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  • 4/5 Ahmad 1 year ago on Google
    A nice historic part of Seoul with many houses and buildings that have kept the traditional designs of yesteryears. It can get crowded so perhaps avoid the weekends. There are several streets that are worth a look so get a map from the tourist information centre or tourist information people who are in some of the nearby streets. The key streets are West and East of the main road that runs North-South. Worth a visit and it's easy to spend half a day to see most areas. No tickets are required as the streets are public spaces.
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  • 4/5 David H. 5 months ago on Google • 204 reviews
    A very charming place, with traditional building styles and materials making a lovely contrast to modern Seoul. Recommend going early to avoid the crowds. I had a nice peaceful stroll, without disturbing the residents. Easily accessible by public transport and a short stroll to Gyeongbokgung Palace and museum

  • 5/5 Don A. 4 months ago on Google • 194 reviews
    A residential neighbourhood consisting of traditional Korean styled houses with unique heritage architecture. Many small hilly alleys to view and marvel at the architecture but do keep in mind that the houses still have living residents hence, please respect the residents living in the houses and not create a noisy commotion. Be mindful by not being overly drastic in taking photos in front of their houses with the marvellous architectural backdrop. Many people flock to the area to walk around and explore to take photos as well hence try to be considerate and give everyone a chance to enjoy the scenery.

  • 5/5 hj h. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you walk from Anguk Station than from Gyeongbokgung Station, there is more to see and the road feels less long. Conversely, when coming down, go down to Gyeongbokgung Palace. Don't be afraid of alleys and go into alleys alleys. This old road is a cooler way than Google or Navi. Sitting on the stone steps of a dead end house and resting for a while If you go around, you will come across a big road by itself. Embassies of each country can also find it You find yourself in the wrong place and laugh. If possible, go to Samcheong Park and go to Malbawi Observatory. Not to the Malbawi Information Center (×), but to the Malbawi Observatory (0). If the day is clear, you will find a different appearance from Bukchon. But don't go on days with fine dust. There is no prospect. (Original) 경복궁역에서 걸어가시는것보다 안국역에서 걸어가시면 좀 더 구경거리가 있고 가는길이 덜 길게 느껴져요. 반대로 내려오실땐 경복궁쪽으로 내려가세요. 골목을 두려워하지 마시고 골목 골목 들어가세요. 이런 옛길은 구글이나 네비보단 느림이 더 멋진 방법이에요. 어느 막다른 골목집 돌 계단에 앉아 한참을 쉬고 이리저리 다니다보면 저절로 큰 길을 만나게되요. 각국 대사관들도 발견할 수 있고 엉뚱한곳에 도착해 있는 자신을 발견하고 웃게 되요. 가능하시다면 삼청공원으로가셔서 말바위전망대까지 가세요. 말바위안내소(×)가 아니라 말바위전망대(0) 까지요. 날이 맑다면 북촌과는 다른 모습을 발견하시게 될거에요. 하지만 미세먼지 있는 날은 가지마세요. 전망이 없어요.
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  • 5/5 jin k. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place where you can feel the beauty of Korea (Original) 한국의 미를 느낄수 있는 곳
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  • 3/5 Sofi R. 3 years ago on Google
    You can stroll around the alley following the path in the map the tour guide gives or just simply take photos on every corner of this complex. One thing to remember is that you can’t be noisy because this is still a residential area. Hidden between building you will find a nice little perfume shop called Granhand which you can buy as souvenirs. I also find a little shop that rent hanbok with affordable price :)
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  • 5/5 Jeremy B. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to visit in Seoul
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  • 4/5 sabrina m. 3 years ago on Google
    What place! What a story! To know the historical and social reality of Korea and Seoul, this place is essential to know. The village is traditional and has occupied houses like ..... Houses! Exactly! It is not just for the tourist to see! You can still see the kimichi jars stored on the roof of the houses. Why? To find out, visit the site! Unmissable! Tip: Free walking tour Seoul!
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  • 5/5 Su Lee C. 2 years ago on Google
    Place very big and beautiful but must have strong feet to walk around
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  • 5/5 Jinoh S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very well maintained example of traditional 한옥 (Han-Ok, Korean Residential) dwelling. Love some of the doors and cheeky spouting details. Well worth a visit and not to far from the CBD. Be make sure to be respectful and quiet as it's still a residential neighbourhood where people live. Great backdrop for your photo with Seoul skyline behind.
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  • 5/5 David K. 4 years ago on Google
    Historically preserved through the rough ages. Those who are curious about the Korean traditional architecture should visit. The site seems to be preserved way back from the Joseon Dynasty. The historic sites are currently resident to the local people, thus, upon visiting, tourists and visitors are kindly asked to be speak silently and follow the correspondings rules and regulations of the site. Nonetheless, people can buy or rent Hanbok (korean traditional clothing) throughout the day. Plus, tourists can purchase many unique souvenirs and unique merchandises throughout the area. Nearby Bukchon Hanok Village, there are other important landmarks within. First, there is the Cheongduk Gong (or the Emperor's private livingspace. The size of the area is approximately 300,000m^2 in area or more. Next, these is the Blue House or CheongHwaDae (청와대) which is a place where the president of South Korea resides. Next, there is Gwanghwamun (광화문). This place (in general) was the place where the emperor and all government officials had their political meetings and parades. i
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  • 4/5 Meredith G. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool old part of the city. We didn’t have much time here and it was just really hot. We also had a stroller with two kids and it was a lot of walking and hills. The neighborhood is really cool though! I would love to come back and take pics while wearing a hanbok.
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  • 3/5 Johnathan G. 1 year ago on Google
    The architecture is neat and the area has shops and restaurants, we walked from Gyeonbukgung but I recommend taking a bus for easier access. Unfortunatately we didn't think there was much to see, it is a neighborhood with people still living there and we thought it was more of a historical district with maybe a museum. There's really only one road, which becomes very crowded. Unless it's part of a tour, I'd spend my time elsewhere.
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  • 5/5 Sofia S. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s a village and every house is dwelled by native koreans so you can’t disturb the dwellers over there while taking photos or roaming around. The village is named hanok because the houses are made of wood in traditional korean style. So that is the only attraction over here. Also you can get shopping areas and cute shops for buying clothes and souvenir and also street food areas are also available
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  • 5/5 June O. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to see between the old and new coexist and blend in. To avoid tourist crowd come early I was there at around 8am on a Sunday no one were around. If only the sky were clear it would be even more scenic with the Namsan tower view.
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  • 5/5 Teresa R. 1 year ago on Google
    Ancient town with normal life and peaceful place
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  • 5/5 Ary Eka S. 1 year ago on Google
    I always love how old building are being well preserved. This area still amazing, but sometimes are too crowded. I hope tourists always obey the rules of this village, so we can enjoy the ambience.
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  • 5/5 Julie P. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful alleyways among traditional houses so close to the city. It is a delight to explore this place - do not need maps here. Just stroll about and get lost in the small alleys with these well preserved houses. There are many cafes blended within - take the opportunity to hang out in one preferably with window overlooking the streets to people watch and admire the view.
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  • 5/5 Eldar 1 year ago on Google
    I always love how old buildings are well preserved. This area is still amazing, but sometimes the place is too crowded. However, I had 1 minute to get a photo of empty streets, but after that, it got crowded, ASAP. (See pictures) I hope tourists always obey the rules of this village, so we can enjoy the ambience.
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  • 5/5 Gediminas L. 11 months ago on Google
    Amazing village to visit. Wonderful small streets with old architecture. Lots of little pathways you can take and encounter small stores or different views on all sides. It's a hilly walk and tends to get busy. There is an observation deck cafe up top with great views on all sides. But the history and the architecture are the main attractions here. Love walking around here!
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  • 5/5 nisakorn m. 10 months ago on Google
    A perfect stroll on a sunny day from Ankuk to Hannok Village. Walking up hilly streets to enjoy small alley full of old traditional Hannok-style houses in very good condition and people still live there so be quiet during your visit.
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  • 5/5 Amanda W. 9 months ago on Google
    A very beautiful area to walk around. In the summer I'd definitely suggest to do it in the morning when there are fewer people and the temperatures are lower. I was really smart and planned for the middle of the day when it's the absolute hottest... but we still enjoyed it so I can only imagine how lovely it must be in the morning! At the bottom or the "start" of the village there is a sign that is almost like a do-it-yourself walking tour which is pretty cool. There are some cute shops at the beginning and once you get to the top (it's quite a hill) it's more residential - so keep that in mind. We really enjoyed the area.
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  • 4/5 Soul travel s. 10 months ago on Google
    If you have interest for old architecture and history I recommend visiting this area. But if you don't really care, don't waste time and energy to go here. This area definitely has some of the best spots for taking pictures over northern parts of Seoul, much thanks for being built in an elevated area. There several different streets and viewing points that are great, but unfortunately the typical middle street is what you often see in multi media. Perhaps read a little bit about the area in advance or get a guide. If it is your first time in Seoul, you might consider to visit. But really depends on what your preference is. Weekends are a little bit busier then weekdays. But lately due to the hot weather there are even fewer people visiting. I recommend visiting from 9.30-10am as this will give you much more feel of a solo tour, much less people, more comfortable.
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  • 5/5 Kilian B. 9 months ago on Google
    Spectacular experience and a must see if you are visiting South Korea! It’s got such a tranquil vibe and makes for the best IG photos! Highly recommended!
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  • 5/5 Kaloyan D. 8 months ago on Google
    I loved walking around the narrow streets. Got dressed in hanboks with my girlfriend and people wanted to take photos of and with us, which was fun. Do check off that on your list next time you're here. But be mindful of the people who actually love in those beautiful houses and keep it down.
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  • 5/5 Michelle N. 8 months ago on Google
    Incredibly beautiful area where you can explore traditional Korean architecture, though be sure to get there early to escape the crowd. Be prepared for steep uphill walks and bring plenty of sunscreen even in September as it was very sunny. There are some very aesthetic shops and cafes around the area to explore as well
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  • 5/5 Timo S. 8 months ago on Google
    Get here bright and early! I visited the town on a weekday and was there around 07:30 (which is not even that early). You basically get the entire streets to yourself and don’t have to wait to take your photos. Sun was also nice and low and not yet as hot.
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  • 4/5 Ronan R. 7 months ago on Google
    This would have been a good destination to appreciate Korean culture but there are too many visitors. It's hard to get a decent picture without other people. It has great views of the Seoul Tower though as it is situated in a hill. You have to have some degree of fitness to walk an inclined road or you can walk slowly.
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  • 5/5 Grace N. 7 months ago on Google
    It gets packed so get there at sunrise. It’s the best time for photography and only you and a handful of others will be there. Better yet rent one of those Hanok houses in the village which we did.
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  • 4/5 Lokesh B. 6 months ago on Google
    Nice neighborhood to explore around. The area is more on the traditional korean housings. You'll see a lot of small shops and cafes based in this village. It's a touristy area so you can get a lot of tour guide on klook for this. However you can also visit this place on your own. Must visit if you'd like to go there.
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  • 5/5 Ann S. 5 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    Very informative easy place to see a 14th century village where people still live in the homes. Many people rent authentic Korean dress to roam the area. This cost about $7 and the palace lets you in for free if you’re dressed up. Close to downtown near our hotel the 4 seasons
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  • 5/5 Pannkaj G. 4 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    An open place where you just walk around and marvel at the old architecture, the typical Korean stuff around and far-and-few people that you come across at this quaint location. The shops outside are good. You might want to explore before you buy as there is quite a difference in prices quoted by different sellers. Showrooms are good. Restaurants & cafes around are good.

  • 3/5 Cristopher V. 3 years ago on Google
    Try to walk up hill to get to the famous pictures place. Beautiful houses and closed stores because of the pandemics. You can only be until 5pm and it's closed on Sundays for non residents of the area.

  • 4/5 Emmael mohd y. 3 years ago on Google
    This village is super chill and extremely photogenic but please remember to refrain from making too much noises as they are all houses with real humans staying inside

  • 5/5 ives 3 years ago on Google
    i was expecting the hanok village to be a normal busy neighborhood so i was surprised to find an actual preserved historical site with opening and closing times for viewing/walking through—super clean and peaceful, just be sure to keep your voice low so as to not disturb the residents

  • 4/5 Matt C. 5 years ago on Google
    A very nice old and well preserved area - a credit to the owners and local government. You can spend a few hours walking the streets and admiring the ancient architecture and the tourists!! - there is a lot of them. Quite a few specialty stores around the area too selling lots of interesting things. Please note it is a residential area so please keep the noise down:)

  • 5/5 Jeremy K. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the historical homes. Very pretty. Visitors have to keep quiet here as well because people actually live in the houses, so I enjoy the quiet atmosphere. Great place for beautiful photos. Definitely recommend it if you're visiting.

  • 5/5 Nicholas M. 3 years ago on Google
    Exceptionally beautiful and quaint piece of history with cute shops. Steep inclines though so be ready for a workout!

  • 5/5 Emilio M. 5 years ago on Google
    If you come to Seoul this is a must visit. Walk through the small streets climb till the top of the Hanok. Near by there are many modern arts museums and galleries. Try to find a tea house and relax inside and enjoy the silence. At the top the views are awesome.

  • 5/5 Good 3D m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Quietly good to date (Original) 조용히 데이트하기 좋음

  • 5/5 곽춘석 3 years ago on Google
    한옥의 풍취를 느낄 수 있어 좋아요

  • 4/5 차정은 3 years ago on Google
    길이좁아 별로이긴한데 비가많이 온날이라 운치있었습니다. 근데 본건 딱히..

  • 4/5 잔달르 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I stopped by on a nice weekday after a long time. There aren't many tourists, so I had a chance to look around the neighborhood quietly. (Original) 오랜만에 날이좋은 평일에 들렀습니다. 관광객이 별로없어서 한적하게 동네둘러보는 기회가 있었네요.

  • 5/5 배종남 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It has a calm old atmosphere. (Original) 고즈넉한 옛 정취가 정감있네요.

  • 5/5 Evan C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful ancient Korean architecture! This place is a residential area for locals, so please keep quiet when visiting! Don't affect the rights and interests of local residents~ (Original) 很美的韓國古建築! 此地為當地人的居住區,所以參訪時請保持安靜! 不要影響到當地住戶的權益~

  • 5/5 김윤세 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was a place that I only saw through TV or the media, but it was really good to see it. Some of the traditional houses, hanok, were reinterpreted and remodeled in a modern way, while others that preserved the tradition coexisted, allowing everyone to feel. (Original) 티비나 매체를 통해서만 보던 곳이었는데 실제로 가보니 정말 좋았습니다. 전통 가옥인 한옥을 현대식으로 재해석해 리모델링 한 곳도 있었고 전통 그대로를 보존한 곳도 공존해 모두를 느낄 수 있는 곳이었습니다.

  • 5/5 Henny J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Couern is much prettier (Original) 쿠에른 쪽이 훨씬 이쁨

  • 5/5 용용대성 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The house is so pretty (Original) 집이 너무 이뻐요

  • 5/5 onlyone 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) These days, it’s good to be quiet because of corona (Original) 요새는 코로나땜에 한적해서 좋아요

  • 5/5 EJK L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) When I came out of Anguk Station Exit 2, I walked up and looked around Bukchon Hanok Village with my child. I looked around the 5th to 7th scenes, a place I saw a lot in photos, and it was nice to see the Hanok Village with its calm beauty. (Original) 안국역 2번출구로 나와 쭉 걸어 올라가며 아이와 북촌한옥마을을 둘러보았습니다. 사진으로 많이 보았던 장소인 5경에서 7경을 중심으로 보았고 고즈넉한 아름다움을 간직한 한옥마을이 보기 좋았습니다.

  • 4/5 김승민 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There are so many unique things that I enjoyed just walking. It is a pity that it was difficult to take a picture because it was a road. (Original) 이색적인것이 많아 걷는 것 만으로도 즐거웠습니다. 길이라서 멈춰서 사진을 찍기가 어려웠던 것이 아쉽습니다.

  • 5/5 Heung Sik L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In fact, it’s not a special thing as a hanok village. I lived in a hanok, and there were many such hanok villages all over Seoul. But now, a lot has disappeared due to urban modernization, There is no place left as an alley unit. Few people have lived in these places, so I think that it is useful for promoting the architectural beauty of Korea's previous era both educationally. There are many historical sites, attractions, and restaurants worth seeing. The course is most convenient to start off at Anguk Station. (Original) 사실 한옥마을이라고 별거는 없다 우리세대에서는 거의 한옥에서 살았고 서울곳곳에 이러한 한옥마을이 많았다 그러나 지금은 도시근대화에따라 많이사라졌고 자연적으로 골목단위로 남아있는곳은 없다시피하다 요즘의 젊은세대는 이러한 곳에서 생활했던 사람들이 거의 없을것이고 그래서 교육적으로나 한국의 이전시대의 건축미를 알리는데는 도움이 된다고 생각한다 주변에 볼만한 유적지와 명소,맛집들이많으니 포인트를 잡아서 들러보기를 원합니다 코스는 안국역에서 내려서 시작하는것이 제일 편리할것 같습니다

  • 5/5 ian k. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Full of ancient Korean style, if there are not so many people, I believe it will be a good place for a leisurely stroll. (Original) 充滿韓式古風,若是沒有這麼多人潮,相信會適合悠閒散步的好去處。

  • 5/5 White S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a place where the beautiful old features of Seoul remain. (Original) 서울의 아름다운 옛 모습이 남아있는 곳입니다.

  • 5/5 에이드뷰 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Lease heaven (Original) 임대천국

  • 5/5 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Coronara is a place where you can get even more immersed in the beautiful scenery because there are no people. (Original) 코로나라 사람이 없어서 그런지 아름다운 풍경에 더욱이 심취할 수 있는곳.

  • 5/5 DONGHYUN Y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) pretty (Original) 이뻐요

  • 3/5 Lim S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was a landscape where you can feel the traditional atmosphere (Original) 전통적인 정취를 느낄수 있는 풍경 이었습니다

  • 4/5 BRENNA B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you want to find something ancient and peaceful, this is an ideal place for you to enjoy it. (Original) Nếu muốn tìm lại một chút gì đó cổ kính và yên bình thì đây là một nơi lý tưởng để bạn có thể tận tưởng điều đấy.

  • 5/5 SG P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) You can take very good pictures if you go when there are no people. There are many cafes that are good at fighting and have a very good interior in the middle. (Original) 사람들이 없을때 가면 아주 좋은사진들은 찍을수 있습니다. 눈치싸움 잘하시고, 중간중간에 인테리어를 아주 잘 해 놓은 카페들이 많습니다.

  • 4/5 Taesub C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Shh quiet (Original) 쉿 조용

  • 4/5 mac s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The cuteness felt everywhere (Original) 곳곳에서 느껴지는 아기자기함

  • 3/5 ᄃᄀ차량문여는방법 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The scenery is new (Original) 풍경이 새롭네요

  • 4/5 JIEUNG K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's not that big, so you can explore it in an hour (Original) 그렇게 크지 않아서 1시간이면 넉넉히 둘러볼수 있어요

  • 5/5 하야부사Delivery 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) traditional village There are many places to take pictures. (Original) 한옥 마을 사진 찍을곳이 많다.

  • 4/5 issac C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There are quaint Korean-style buildings everywhere here, and it is easy to take pictures, and there are tourists wearing Hanbok taking pictures everywhere. (Original) 這裡到處都是古色古香的韓式建築,很好拍人也很多,而且到處都有穿著韓服的遊客拍照。

  • 5/5 MY Life_ A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) BTS (Original) BTS

  • 5/5 sara a. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sweet, there are places that sell old clothes for all ages, her problem is small, and you get rid of it quickly. (Original) حلوه ، فيها اماكن يبيعون الملابس القديمه لكل الاعمار ، مشكلتها صغيره تخلصونها بسرعه .

  • 5/5 Yigal K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to walk around in

  • 5/5 Mani Do M. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful old architecture and nice for a calming walk in loud Seoul. Recommend to go early as it can get fuller during the day. Respect the locals and don’t litter, be loud or go inside people‘s places / gardens !

  • 5/5 André R. 2 years ago on Google
    it is one of the most beautiful places in Seoul, a must for a tourist

  • 5/5 Kong Wen Sheng (SHENGster �. 3 years ago on Google
    This village is super chill and extremely photogenic but please remember to refrain from making too much noises as they are all houses with real humans staying inside! Residents probably not paid by the tourism board of South Korea but some of them put on their thinking caps. Paid for an observation deck with free water in it, seems like a resident's rooftop haha. What's funny is later on as we explore, we found a better view with no charges.

  • 5/5 Sinan T. 5 years ago on Google
    Very nice, especially empty in the evening and you can walk through all the time:) I really recommend to walk up north to the green area and park and do the short hike (20/30 minutes) from the village. You can see the ways and viewpoints on the app maps.me when it doesn’t work with Google maps😅. You have a great view over the city but can’t see the complete sunset, because of a mountain in the west. Have fun and enjoy!

  • 4/5 MH l. 2 years ago on Google
    I love Hanok village .

  • 5/5 Sing L. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a residential area of an old town. It was being restored and I have to say that it is very nice. It is not too big but you get to see how an old Korean town looks like. It is very much like some of the old town in China. Not too commercialized at the moment. It was also not too crowded when we were there. This place is a break from the usual touristy spots like palaces, temples etc.

  • 4/5 Eric C. 4 years ago on Google
    A nice hilly walk through a half-modern half-old style neighborhood. There is no wrong path as old style houses are everywhere along the road beside modern cars and houses. There are also clothes and coffee shops along the way.

  • 5/5 Kimberly K. 4 years ago on Google
    Such a fun area to walk through. You must be quiet while doing so as these are actual homes that people live in. For a little added fun, you can rent a Hanbok to wear while walking the old areas of Seoul. There’s a tea house at the top that’s 5000 won to enter but you get a beverage—hot or cold tea for doing so. It’s fun to go to the top for the views alone.

  • 5/5 Corz B. 4 years ago on Google
    Dress up in a traditional hanbok and stroll through the quaint streets of Bukchon Hanok Village. We really enjoyed our time here and felt transported back in time. Its amazing how they are able to keep these traditional houses amidst the vast and growing city of Seoul. We recommend that you arrive here early enough before all the tourists to get that perfect shot. It can get quite crowded but there's plenty of room to share. Be mindful of your noise as this village is actually still being occupied by residents therein. This is truly one of the best attractions in Seoul and the best part is that it's free!

  • 4/5 Sara N. 4 years ago on Google
    It was cool... The village itself is pretty but there's nothing to do other than walk up the hill and take pictures.

  • 4/5 Lars K. 4 years ago on Google
    New buildings restaurated in old Style. Some little Shops, too crowded for Instagram Pictures. But nice athmosphere.

  • 4/5 George C. 2 years ago on Google
    Interesting and historic street to navigate. It can be crowded at times so it’s hard to take good photos.

  • 5/5 Yoonjung Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Cute streets, awesome views. Really enjoyed being a tourist in my own country :)

  • 5/5 Oliver S. 1 year ago on Google
    Essential tourist visit. Nice to stroll through the old streets here.

  • 5/5 sneha p. 1 year ago on Google
    It was amazing to visit 600 years old village.

  • 5/5 nicky 니키 A. 1 year ago on Google
    So amazing place, there house designs are very attractive. It's the best when you wear hanbok. You can freely take a picture but you can't speak so loud so that you can't disturbed people's live there.

  • 5/5 Chusnul M. R. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice view with Korean cultural heritage and buildings. The surrounding area is walkable, there are a lot of eateries too. You can rent hanbok if you want, it is provided near the main road, and you can take a lot of pictures in every corner. I bought waffle ice cream and it is nice to accompany your summer day

  • 4/5 TaeB 1 year ago on Google
    Being surrounded by the ancient architecture of Korea in Bukchon Hanok Village is really fascinating. It's beautiful and almost feels like you got sent back in time. However, beyond the views and atmosphere, it isn't perfect unfortunately. This place gets CROWDED, as it attracts both local and international tourists. You'll be walking narrow paths while avoiding bumping into others. And you also have to consider the local residence, it almost feels bad to visit just because of the noise they must have to put up with from visitors, tourists, and troublemakers. There are a LOT of things to do in Seoul, so considering this I would recommend just visiting if you're in the area... otherwise, as beautiful as it is and from a POV of a tourist, I think there are much more memorable spots.

  • 5/5 Chloe Anh C. 1 year ago on Google
    Came during sunset hour and got a magnificent view. It’s private residences there so you gotta be quiet. It’s worth visiting for photos and admiring the culture and contrast with the new. At the entrance there are guides for Bukchon village who will give you a map with photo spots and routes to go. Very helpful!

  • 5/5 Kelsie 1 year ago on Google
    Gorgeous photo spot. You only need a short amount of time here (we spent roughly 30 mins). Very pretty and super interesting to see the architecture. Keep in mind people live here so if you go early (recommended to avoid too many people) don't be too loud as to wake the sleeping residents!

  • 4/5 Wayne C. 1 year ago on Google
    You need to have good strong legs to do the walking. Quaint little village but in comparison to other small villages we have visited throughout Asia its small. The walk around outside the village had some really quaint restaurants and that really made the day. Two to three hours is enough to see everything. What spoils the day is the constant rudeness of taxi drivers.

  • 4/5 chesa 11 months ago on Google
    This is a neighborhood of Korean traditional houses. They look cute, and a lot of people are taking their pictures here. However, please be mindful that this is actually a residential area, and you should keep it quiet :) There are plenty of shops too in this neighborhood.

  • 4/5 David E. 11 months ago on Google
    Love this quieter historic village with many ancient homes especially Dr Baek-Inje property. Many cute shops and cafes and restaurants. Very walkable and perfect for many photo shots. Definitely a highlight of Seoul. Nearby palaces and museums. Can spend several days in this area.

  • 5/5 Ido S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cute streets and nicely designed homes that you can take photos of and with. You can also rent traditional clothes just before you enter the village. I recommend getting there early because it can get very busy. There was a nice souvenirs shop there and also perfume shop that I really liked

  • 5/5 Ivan Dwiputranto Y. 11 months ago on Google
    Traditional village within the heart of Seoul. This is the easiest and closest you can go if you stay in Seoul. Many shops and cafes are nested here and the surroundings. And some are gifted with magnificent view of the city.

  • 5/5 Lorraine Z. 11 months ago on Google
    The village is very beautiful and you need to save the silent. A lot of tourists wear Hanabguk (the traditional clothing of Korea, not sure how to write) At the end of the village you can find a stunning view with a very small tea museum, we had a lot of fun.

  • 5/5 Catalina C. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful little neighborhood with traditional houses and alleyways. Around the area I found some stored that were selling artwork from locals, and everything was worth to take a look at. Definitely took some pieces home. Also, it’s free!!!

  • 4/5 Anna R. 9 months ago on Google
    An amazingly beautiful place to walk around. The only downside is that it's full of tourists, of course. But worth seeing and taking a walk around if you're already nearby for the palace!

  • 3/5 Evelyne N. 8 months ago on Google
    Cute neighbourhood with old hanok homes. Many hills. Nice to see how the houses were in the past. Many tourists taking photos. There are people reminding us to whisper since people live there. It’s nice but if you are short in time, I would recommend to skip this. It’s a bit overrated.

  • 5/5 Sophie A. 8 months ago on Google
    A must-see if you're travelling to Seoul. Arrive early as it does attract a lot of visitors. I visited at 7:30am on a weekday and there were only a few people here. Keep in mind people do live in the village so be quiet and respectful when visiting. There are some amazing views of the city skyline from the top the hill, along with the old historic hanok houses.

  • 4/5 Pracso G. 8 months ago on Google
    Was quite a nice and quiet walk through the traditional village, didn’t know where it was at first but I just followed the rest of the tourists until I saw old looking buildings and went towards them. There are quite a lot of people on the walk so getting a photo without anyone is pretty much impossible but even so it wasn’t bad.

  • 5/5 aku adalah p. 7 months ago on Google
    Its basically a residential area so please be respectful and quiet around the area. Generally open at 9am ish for the attraction but you can walk around respectfully. Lots of hills though so you need to be prepared. There is a route suggested and don't forget to visit the cultural exhibition house across from the entrance behind the convenience store. There are tourist guides in red who walk around with a map do ask them if you are lost as they can show you the way and can speak english too

  • 4/5 Esteban 8 months ago on Google
    If you want to visit do it early morning, after that it would be impossible for you to take pictures due to the crowd. This is a neighborhood and people live there so you have to by order of the city whisper Lots of photo shoots going on. The tea places are hidden in the houses so be on the lookout because you can’t miss them. They are great.

  • 4/5 Lovette Jam (Tita R. 7 months ago on Google
    Easily accessible via public transport. Great place to see traditional Korean houses. Also has a great overlooking view from the top of the hill. It's also a residential area, so keep noises at a minimum.

  • 5/5 Benjamin L. 7 months ago on Google
    Nice to see traditional houses sitting amidst modern buildings. Be prepared for a bit of walking and climbing. There are cafés and shops for you to rest. Maybe it's the weekend, it was rather crowded with many other tourists and tour groups, most of them in their traditional hanboks queuing in line to have their picture taken. Overall it was still good to visit this place.

  • 5/5 Eizen B. 6 months ago on Google
    A beautiful setting in Seoul. Also a must-visit, especially if you’re a first-timer in the city. Tourists can simply roam around and appreciate the beauty of the traditional houses, rent a hanbok, and strike a post for a photo session. We went on a weekday morning and most cafés were closed. Take note that there are also paths that are elevated so get your legs ready.😊


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