Namsangol Hanok (traditional Korean housing) Village
남산골 한옥 마을
Explore the vibrant traditional culture of Korea
A journey into the past
Hanok village in the city with historical houses and gardens. You can get a glimpse of Hanok architecture and past life in various houses, and it is a good place to take a walk along a pond surrounded by trees in the "traditional garden." Activities like bow-making, soap-making, and tours of traditional houses are available, and festivals with new seasonal themes are held throughout the year, allowing visitors to visit at any time. Visitors can stroll through the Hanok village dressed in Hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) or take photos, making it a popular exotic day trip destination.
Key Facilities
- Seoul millennium time capsule
https://korean.visitkorea.or.kr/detail/ms_detail.do?cotid=35746cbc-f194-484f-b6a7-1575549beb09&big_category=A02&mid_category=A0206&big_area=1
A time capsule containing 600 cultural and historic relics from Seoul that will be opened in 2394
- Traditional garden
https://korean.visitkorea.or.kr/detail/ms_detail.do?cotid=535d404a-4d6b-4a41-b938-930eef9e31a9&big_category=A02&mid_category=A0201&big_area=1
5 pavilions and ponds where you can unwind in the midst of beautiful nature
- Traditional house
https://korean.visitkorea.or.kr/detail/ms_detail.do?cotid=535d404a-4d6b-4a41-b938-930eef9e31a9&big_category=A02&mid_category=A0201&big_area=1
Five Hanok houses depicting the Joseon Dynasty's way of life
Information
How to get there
5 min walk from Chungmuro Station (Subway Line 3 and 4)
Insider Tips
Public parking lots available nearby
Experience program reservations available (website)
Schedule varies by festival (refer to website)