Insadong-gil & SsamziegilIkseon-dong · Insadong 315
Photo: KTOInsadong is Seoul's classic souvenir street, lined with shops selling traditional crafts, hanji paper, ceramics, brushes and inkstones. Even international brands put their signs up in Hangul here, and traditional tea houses remain.
Halfway along, Ssamziegil is a complex of small studios and shops set along a spiral ramp — perfect for Korean-style gifts and accessories.
Key information
| Hours | Varies by shop (mostly around 10:00–20:00) |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free to stroll |
| Time needed | about 1 hours |
| Nearest station | Anguk Stn (Line 3) / Jongno 3-ga Stn (Lines 1, 3, 5) |
| Area | Ikseon-dong · Insadong |
Hours and fees are estimates as of 2026-10 and may change. Please check official sources before you go.
Right by Exit 6 of Anguk Station (Line 3). Ikseon-dong is about 10 minutes away on foot, so visit both together.
Plan a trip with Insadong-gil & Ssamziegil
Getting there
| From | Route | Time | Fare (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incheon Airport | AREX all-stop train → change at Seoul Station → Line 1 | ~79 min | 6,300 KRW |
| Gimpo Airport | AREX (all-stop) → Line 1 | ~40 min | 1,750 KRW |
| Seoul Station | Line 1 | ~12 min | 1,550 KRW |
Times are to the Ikseon-dong · Insadong area's nearest station; walk from there.
Nearby spots
Photo: KTO
Ikseon-dong Hanok StreetIkseon-dong · Insadong · ~400 mRetro alleys packed with renovated hanok cafés and restaurants.Photo: KTO
Gwangjang MarketIkseon-dong · Insadong · ~1.4 kmFamous for bindaetteok, yukhoe and gimbap. Nearest: Jongno 5-ga Stn.Photo: KTO
Jongmyo ShrineIkseon-dong · Insadong · ~800 mUNESCO-listed royal shrine. Closed Tuesdays; guided tours only on some days.Photo: KTO
Cheonggyecheon StreamIkseon-dong · Insadong · ~800 mA downtown streamside walkway, beautifully lit at night.Photo: KTO
Gwanghwamun SquareGyeongbokgung · Bukchon · ~700 mStatues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, in front of the palace gate.Photo: KTO
Changdeokgung PalaceGyeongbokgung · Bukchon · ~800 mUNESCO-listed palace. Closed Mondays. Adults ₩3,000 (Secret Garden extra, limited entry).Photo: KTO
Gyeongbokgung PalaceGyeongbokgung · Bukchon · ~900 mMain palace of the Joseon dynasty. Closed Tuesdays. Adults ₩3,000 (free in hanbok). A fee increase is under review (date not yet set).
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Insadong-gil & Ssamziegil?
Varies by shop (mostly around 10:00–20:00). Please check the official website for the latest information.
How much does Insadong-gil & Ssamziegil cost?
Free to stroll.
How do I get to Insadong-gil & Ssamziegil?
The nearest station is Anguk Stn (Line 3) / Jongno 3-ga Stn (Lines 1, 3, 5). From Incheon Airport it takes about 79 minutes and costs around ₩6,300.