Namsangol Hanok VillageMyeongdong 42
Photo: KTOAbout a 10-minute walk from Myeongdong, at the northern foot of Namsan, Namsangol Hanok Village gathers five Joseon-era houses — homes of yangban aristocrats and ordinary families — moved here from around Seoul and restored. You can look right into the kitchens and rooms to see how people lived.
Behind them lies a traditional garden with a pond and pavilion, along with the Seoul Millennium Time Capsule, buried in 1994 for the city's 600th anniversary as capital and due to be opened in 2394. Cultural programmes and performances run mainly at weekends, and admission is free — an easy way to experience traditional Korea.
Key information
| Address | 28 Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul |
|---|---|
| Hours | Houses: Apr–Oct 9:00–21:00, Nov–Mar 9:00–20:00. Garden open at all times |
| Admission | Free (some programmes charge a fee) |
| Closed | Mondays (houses; the garden stays open) |
| Time needed | about 1 hours |
| Nearest station | Chungmuro Stn (Lines 3, 4), exits 3 and 4, about 5 min on foot |
| Area | Myeongdong |
| Last checked | October 2026 |
Hours and fees are estimates as of 2026-10 and may change. Please check official sources before you go.
An easy walk from Myeongdong — stop by before or after heading up to N Seoul Tower. The houses are closed on Mondays, so plan another day.
Plan a trip with Namsangol Hanok Village
Getting there
| From | Route | Time | Fare (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incheon Airport | AREX all-stop train → change at Seoul Station → Line 4 | ~72 min | 6,300 KRW |
| Gimpo Airport | AREX (all-stop) → Line 4 | ~33 min | 1,750 KRW |
| Seoul Station | Line 4 | ~5 min | 1,550 KRW |
Times are to the Myeongdong area's nearest station; walk from there.
Nearby spots
Photo: MyKorTripMyeongdong Shopping StreetMyeongdong · ~1000 mMain street of cosmetics shops, duty-free stores and street food.
Photo: PexelsMyeongdong CathedralMyeongdong · ~800 mKorea's first Gothic-style cathedral. Keep quiet during Mass.
Photo: Pexels
Photo: PexelsN Seoul Tower (Namsan)Myeongdong · ~1.1 kmObservation tower atop Namsan, reached by cable car or shuttle bus. Popular at night.
Photo: MyKorTripTaejinokMyeongdong · ~1.7 kmA sundae-gukbap (pork and Korean sausage soup with rice) restaurant in Mugyo-dong since 1965, near City Hall.Photo: KTO
Gwangjang MarketIkseon-dong · Insadong · ~1.3 kmFamous for bindaetteok, yukhoe and gimbap. Nearest: Jongno 5-ga Stn.Photo: KTO
DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza)Dongdaemun · ~1.5 kmFuturistic curved architecture with exhibitions, events and night lighting.
Photo: MyKorTripJjimjilbang (Spa Rex Dongdaemun)Dongdaemun · ~1.6 kmA Korean-style sauna (jjimjilbang) with baths and lounges where you relax in provided clothes; open 24 hours. In front of Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn exit 14.
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Namsangol Hanok Village?
Houses: Apr–Oct 9:00–21:00, Nov–Mar 9:00–20:00. Garden open at all times. Please check the official website for the latest information.
How much does Namsangol Hanok Village cost?
Free (some programmes charge a fee).
How do I get to Namsangol Hanok Village?
The nearest station is Chungmuro Stn (Lines 3, 4), exits 3 and 4, about 5 min on foot. From Incheon Airport it takes about 72 minutes and costs around ₩6,300.
When is Namsangol Hanok Village closed?
Mondays (houses; the garden stays open).