[2025 Seoul Attraction] Travel Guide for Gwanghwamun Square (Updated May)

Day 1: Arrival & First Look at Seoul 06:00 AM – 09:00 AM • Arrive in Seoul & check into accommodation (Myeongdong, Hongdae, or Insadong for easy access). • Quick morning stroll around Cheonggyecheon Stream. 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace (watch the Changing of the Guard at 10 AM). • Walk to Bukchon Hanok Village for traditional houses & photo spots. 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM • Explore Samcheong-dong, a quiet neighborhood with art galleries & small shops. • Visit Jogyesa Temple, a famous Buddhist temple. 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM • Walk to Insadong for traditional markets & crafts. • Explore Changdeokgung Palace & the Secret Garden (requires prior booking). 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM • Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream at night. • Enjoy a light dinner or tea in Insadong. ⸻ Day 2: Namsan & City Views 06:00 AM – 09:00 AM • Hike up Namsan Mountain (via the Namsan Dulegil Trail). • Reach N Seoul Tower for a panoramic city view. 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Explore Itaewon, a multicultural district with unique shops & cafes. • Visit the Leeum Samsung Museum of Art. 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM • Walk along the Hangang River Park. • Visit Seoul Forest, a peaceful nature spot with deer enclosures. 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM • Explore Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) for futuristic architecture. • Visit Gwangjang Market (great for local street food & market vibes). 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM • Stroll around Dongdaemun Night Market. • Take a night walk along the Hangang River. ⸻ Day 3: Bukhansan National Park – Major Hike 06:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Start early for a Bukhansan National Park hike. • Recommended trail: Baegundae Peak (highest point, ~3-4 hours round trip). 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM • Visit Guknyeongsa Temple, a quiet Buddhist temple in the park. • Relax and recover at a jjimjilbang (Korean sauna/spa) like Dragon Hill Spa. 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM • Explore Ewha Womans University area (great architecture & calm vibes). • Walk around Sinchon & Hongdae, known for youth culture & street performances. 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM • Visit Yeouido Hangang Park for a night skyline view. • Take a Han River Cruise. ⸻ Day 4: DMZ & War History 06:00 AM – 03:00 PM • Take a DMZ tour (visit Imjingak Park, Dora Observatory, and the Third Infiltration Tunnel). 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM • Return to Seoul & visit the War Memorial of Korea. 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM • Explore Namdaemun Market for last-minute shopping or local souvenirs. • Walk around Myeongdong’s night scene. ⸻ Day 5: Inwangsan & Traditional Seoul 06:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Hike Inwangsan Mountain (famous for city views & Buddhist sites). • Visit Guksadang Shrine, an old shamanist temple. 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM • Explore Seochon Village, a quiet and traditional neighborhood. • Visit Seoul Museum of History or Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae). 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM • Relax at Seoul Botanic Park or Seodaemun Prison History Hall. 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM • Explore the Gangnam COEX Mall & Starfield Library. • Stroll along B

Gwanghwamun Square (also known as Gwanghwamun Plaza; Korean: 광화문광장) is a public square on Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Serving as a public space and at times road for centuries of Korean history, it is also historically significant as the location of royal administrative buildings, known as Yukjo-geori or Street of Six Ministries; and features statues of Admiral Yi Sun-sin of Joseon Dynasty and King Sejong the Great of Joseon.

#flowerblossom #seoul #100waysoftravel Gwanghwamun Square is a prominent public plaza located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, stretching along Sejong-ro, one of the city's main boulevards. It serves as a cultural and historical hub, connecting modern Seoul with its rich past. During spring and autumn season, Gwanghwamun Square transforms into a vibrant display of cherry blossoms and azaleas, adding a beautiful contrast to its historical surroundings. The square becomes a popular spot for leisurely strolls, photography, and springtime festivals, attracting both locals and tourists. The blooming flowers enhance the charm of this iconic Seoul landmark, offering a serene escape amidst the bustling city.

If you are heading to Seoul now don’t miss out the 2024 Seoul Light Gwanghwamun. This is to celebrate the beginning of 2024 with light and music at Gwanghwamun Square. Dont miss out this spectacular light show in you happen to be in Seoul now till 21st. Period: Jan 2, 2024 (Tue) ~ Jan 21, 2024 (Sun) # Every Monday to Thursday, only the 'Gwanghwamun Light Show' will be screened (starts on the hour, and lasts for approximately 8 minutes).* Every Friday to Sunday, the 'Gwanghwamun Media Façade Show' will be screened (starts on the hour, and lasts for 35 minutes). #Seoul #winterlights #2024 #hiddengems

1️⃣Bukchon Hanok Village 🏠 Strategy: Check the map in advance and plan your walking route. Mornings are better because there are fewer tourists. Highlight: See traditional hanoks and explore hidden craft shops and art galleries in the alleys. 2️⃣Cheonggyecheon Stream 🌊 Strategy: Walking along the river at night is the most romantic. The lights and art pieces add to the charm of the river. Highlight: Relax and enjoy the peace of the city at a riverside rest area. 3️⃣Hongik University Area 🎨 Strategy: Visit on the weekends. Many street artists and craft markets open at this time. Highlight: Experience the vibrant street culture, local art, and cafes. 4️⃣Gyeongbokgung Palace 🏯 Strategy: Take an English-guided tour to learn more about the palace’s history and architecture. Highlight: If you visit wearing a traditional hanbok, the entrance fee is free and you can take great pictures. 5️⃣N Seoul Tower 🗼 Strategy: Visit around sunset to enjoy the sunset and the city night view. Highlight: Enjoy a 360-degree view of Seoul from the observation deck at the top of the tower.

#localescapes Here the last 2023 Seoul Summer Beach Festival! It's opened from late July and runs through mid-August at the Gwanghwamun Square and Sejongno Park in downtown Seoul. Both locations can be accessed using exits 7 and 9 of Gwanghwamun Station on line 5. The festival offers up a variety of fun from a large swimming pool and slide, food trucks, booths selling handcrafted goods, and more. The festival also features a collab with Hyundai Department Store where Seoul Summer Beach-goers can take in the sight of a 15-meter tall character display.

#JapanKorea City Attractions Gwanghwamun Square is on the big straight road leading to Gyeongbokgung Palace. The whole road is very beautiful and spectacular❣️🤩 You can see the statue of General Lee Sun-shin, the famous ancient Korean general, and there is a photo spot for photos💕 Next to it is the musical fountain, the high and low fountain ⛲️ shows an elegant performance 🥰 There is also a song about his developed turtle ship in front of the statue. You can feel its power ⛵️👆 after watching the movie 🎬 "Lee Sun-shin"

🔗Hindiland Pop-up Store 📌Address: 175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Sejong Story Hindiland Pop-up Store is currently underway at Gwanghwamun Square~ There are quite a few things to eat and see.👀 There are food trucks and a market for accessories. There is also a space like a sunbed to sit on, so I sat down for a bit even though it was hot ㅎㅎ 🔗Gwanghwamun Napoli 📌Address: 1st and 2nd floors, 24-4 Saemunan-ro 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul And I'll also recommend Matdip near Gwanghwamun! Gwanghwamun Napoli is a place where you can eat oven-baked pizza🍕 #SeoulTravel

In front of Gwanghwamun Square, which can be said to be a must-see attraction for any trip to Seoul, Whitey has been preparing for the event for a few days and has arrived. Whitey is the mascot of Hyundai Department Store and looks like a white teddy bear. Haha. Whitey Land pop-up store sells Whitey goods and has a food truck market, so there's a lot to see. There's also Baskin Robbins, so cool off with some ice cream in the hot summer~ 📌Sejong Story, 175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul #SeoulTravel

📍Gwanghwamun Square 📍Location: 175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul Sejong Story ⏰Opening hours: Open all year round -Let's walk together through Gwanghwamun Square, the central street of Seoul!🚶‍♂️ -Gwanghwamun Square is a must-visit place during your trip to Seoul! The square is wide and open, and there are modern buildings on the side, and Gwanghwamun and Bukhansan in front, so it was nice to look around✨ -There are statues of King Sejong and General Yi Sun-sin, so it felt like a good tourist attraction for foreigners as well :) I also felt proud as a Korean! -There is also a fountain for children on hot summer days, so it would be good for children to play, and it seems perfect for a date with a lover! -Gwanghwamun Square, a place you must visit during your trip to Seoul💕 Be sure to stop by! #SeoulTravel #Seoul #GwanghwamunSquare #DateCourse #Date #HotPlace #Gwanghwamun #DateCourseRecommendation #SeoulDatePlace

#seoul The 555 meters long and 34 meters wide Gwanghwamun Square is a public square with over 600 years of history, located at the center of Sejong-ro Road, with Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bugaksan Mountain in the background. Taking the subway to Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5) exit via 1, 2 and 8. The area was once Yukjo-geori ( Avenue of Six Ministries ), the center of Hayang, which was the capital city during Joseon Dynasty. Nowadays, it is home to the Government's major administrative departments. The bronze Statue of King Sejong the Great of Joseon measuring 6.2 meters height and 20 ton. In front of the statue there are small models of a celestial globe, a rain guage and a sundial. The 17 meters high bronze statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin is a 16th century Korean war hero holding a sword on his right hand, with a mini turtle ship in front, which a type of Korean war vessel. Gwanghwamun Square isn't just a historical destination, it's is home to diverse cultural events, concerts and exhibitions like Buddha's Birthday and Lantern Festival.

Gwanghwamun Pork Restaurant Gwanghwaro 25 Saemunan-ro 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul 2nd floor Daily 11:00-22:00 / B.T 15:00-17:00 / Open all year round Gwanghwaro Korean meal 62,000 won / Doenjang jjigae 8,000 won / Kimchi roll noodles 7,000 won A place where you can taste whole pork belly and whole pork neck, grilled for 2 minutes in a high-temperature 500-degree oven, and juicy pork on the outside and inside! #RestaurantExploration #GwanghwamunRestaurant #Gwanghwaro #PorkRestaurant #SamgyeopsalRestaurant

Gwanghwamun Cafe Blue Bottle 11, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 1st floor Weekdays 8:00-20:00 / Weekends 9:00-20:30 / Open all year round Organic soft ice cream 4,200 won / Coffee ice cream 4,600 won A cafe located right in front of Cheonggyecheon, great view from the terrace #Cafe recommendation #Blue bottle #Gwanghwamun cafe #Ice cream restaurant #Hot place

#SeoulAttractions #OverseasTravel #travel #I miss you so much When you go to South Korea 🇰🇷, in addition to Gyeongbokgung Palace, you can also go to the nearby Gwanghwamun Plaza. Gwanghwamun Square is like the center of Seoul, with tall buildings and many five-star hotels🏨. The center of the square has also been renovated and has a brand new look. In addition to the bronze statues of King Sejong and General Yi Sun-sin, there is also a large space for revitalization and greening. There are many regular activities and exhibitions, as well as a lot of rest space. And on weekends, Gwanghwamun Plaza is a great place for parents and children 👍🏻, and the most special thing is that there are multiple interactive fountains 🐳, many adults and children are interspersed in them, it is very happy, it is rare to have such a large interactive space in a place where every inch of land is valuable 👍🏻🌻 172, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

[Gamjatang at Tteukbaegi] 광화문뚝감(Gwanghwamun Tteukgam) Annyeong🐵 It's quite difficult to eat my beloved gamjatang by myself. The reason is that in Korea, people generally don't eat alone, it is common or preferred to share with friends or family, most of the menu items are for 2 or more people, and gamjatang is served in a large pot in a size that everyone can eat together (divided into levels like medium and large). But here, they serve it in a Tteukbaegi so that it's easy to eat even by yourself! [Gamjatang at Tteukbaegi] The restaurant's name Tteukgam comes from that, doesn't it?✨ I passed by Gwanghwamun for the first time in a while, and the bus was super crowded, it's a super office district, and there are many public servants from the National Police Agency and City Hall in the area. It's lunchtime on a weekday, so I came a little early at 11am. There was a seat available, but customers continued to come in one after the other. There were so many staff members waiting! Lol Of course, it's necessary to get through a busy lunchtime. As soon as I sat down and ordered, the banchan (side dishes) came, and the ttukkum came soon after! Wow! The perilla seeds and potatoes were divine✨✨ Of course, there was also a lot of gamja. Even one serving is a huge amount. First, I ate it normally, then I crumbled the tender meat into a separate plate, put it back into the ttukbaegi, put the rice in and ate it like a soup bowl. I like soup bowls, but I want to eat the soup and rice first without soaking it. It's luxurious to be able to do both. The kimchi and bukochu here were similar to the kimchi I often buy in Tsuruhashi, which I like! I'm so happy! 🫶 It's a little spicy, but not too spicy, so it's light on the palate. The bukochu wasn't that spicy! It seems like it would be super crowded at lunchtime, but the turnover seems to be fast! Even though there was a group of 2-3 people and they also had gamjatang on the menu, they all ordered ttukkum, so it seems to be quite popular. #Seoulfood #Koreatrip #Seoultrip #Koreanfood #Seoulfood #Seoulsolotrip #Seoultrip #GirlstriptoSeoul Store name: Gwanghwamun Tukkum Address: 21, Seomunsanro 3-gil, Jeonju Area: 5 minutes walk from Gwanghwamun Station Exit 1 NAVER MAP available, copy the store name or address♡ Japanese menu: None Japanese support: None Atmosphere: ★★★☆☆ - Great for one person or multiple people Spicyness: ★★☆☆☆ - The kimchi might be a little spicy? Recommended: ★★★★☆

#Seoul #SeoulTravel #Gwanghwamun Seoul, the city that represents our country, the Republic of Korea!!! And I visited Gwanghwamun, the tourist attraction that represents Seoul!! It is beautiful even during the daytime, but Gwanghwamun, which I visited during the evening, shows a night view that is different from the night view of Seoul while matching it! Since it was Buddha's Birthday, there were also beautiful lanterns, making Gwanghwamun look even more beautiful. Even during the evening, there were many people at Gwanghwamun and seeing people walking around in hanbok, I also wanted to wear hanbok that matches Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace later!! If my foreign friends visit Seoul, Korea, I recommend visiting Gwanghwamun Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Gwanghwamun American Home Cooking Restaurant Shybana Seoul Jung-gu Sejong-daero 136 Seoul Finance Center B1F Restaurant Street Daily 11:00-21:00 / Open year-round Pacman Chicken Slider 21,900 won / Chili Rice 16,900 won / Seafood Jambalaya 20,900 won #Restaurant Tour #Shybana #Gwanghwamun Restaurant #American Home Cooking #Jongno Restaurant #Places to Visit in Gwanghwamun

I often go on outings with my kids to Gwanghwamun^^ So I end up moving along a certain course. 1. Deoksugung 🔹️99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul Deoksugung 🔹️A walk around Deoksugung near City Hall Station 🔹️It's not as big as Gyeongbokgung, so it's good for walking with kids 2. Kyobo Bookstore 🔹️B1, Kyobo Life Insurance Building, Jongno 1, Jongno-gu, Seoul 🔹️Choose a picture book or novel to read. 🔹️There are a variety of children's books 3. Mad for Garlic 🔹️3rd floor, D Tower Replace Gwanghwamun, 17 Jongno 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul 🔹️It's near Kyobo Bookstore, so it's good to visit right after buying a book #Places to go with kids #Gwanghwamun #Deoksugung #Kyobo Bookstore

Instagram → @camyu.kr 　\ Gwanghwamun has been renovated 🙂🤍 / ⁡ Good evening again today, this is CHIAKI ☺️ ⁡ This street in Gwanghwamun, famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace, King Sejong the Great, and the statue of Lee Sun-shin. The renovation was completed in August 2022, and I saw how beautiful it has become 🙂🫶🏻 ⁡ The video is on the Vlog (URL in the profile), so please check it out 🤍 ⁡ ⁡ 𖤘 #Gwanghwamun #광화문 ⁡ ⁡ When you come to Korea on a tour, you are often taken to Dongwha Duty Free without being asked (lol), so I think many people have been to this area 🙂 ⁡ With Gyeongbokgung Palace behind you, the right side was a road, but now you can walk around like a square ☺️👏🏻 When construction started, it was closed due to the 🦠, and when I thought I could finally go, it was so beautiful. It is a place of relaxation for tourists and office workers in the area. ⁡ ⁡ Personally, I watch a lot of Korean movies when I can't go to the museum (Oh, I'll talk a little bit from here...🥱w) ⁡ ⁡ I watched "Battle Ocean" about General Yi Sun-shin, and "Sejong the Great: The Star Chasers" about King Sejong, so I felt like I could understand the meaning of the statue a little better, and it moved me even more☺️👏🏻 ⁡ ⁡ Battle Ocean depicts the battles of General Yi Sun-shin, but there are ship models and ship drawings carved around the statue at Gwanghwamun, and the memories that are brought back by just one statue are amazing👏🏻 ⁡ In Star Chasers, various things are drawn, such as Hangul and astronomical observation equipment, but in front of the statue at Gwanghwamun, there are astronomical observation equipment. There were models of equipment on display, and even Hangul was written next to the statue 🙄 There were so many things I would never have noticed back then 👏🏻 ⁡ ⁡ The beautiful Gwanghwamun, which had been beautifully renovated, and the statue, which I could enjoy from a different perspective, it was a heartwarming moment for me~I've talked too much 🥹 ⁡ You can see the atmosphere in the Vlog, so check it out at the URL in the profile ☺️ ⁡ ⁡ The bus stop is the one at Gwanghwamun! So, where are we going on the bus? 🤭 ⁡ ⁡ "I want to go!" "Has it been beautifully renovated? ! " "Saved" Let's talk about anything in the comments~🇰🇷🫶 ⁡ ⁡ ＿＿＿＿＿ For requests... ￣￣￣￣￣ PR, product/store photography, SNS proxy, writing, collaboration...etc For work requests, DM @camyu.kr ☺️ Please contact us for lots of fun projects♡ ⁡ ⁡ ────────────── #Korea #KoreaTrip #GwanghwamunSquare #KoreaTrip #KoreaTravelDiary #KoreaTrip🇰🇷 #KoreaTripPlan #KoreaTripPlan #KoreaTour #KoreaTripInfo #Seoul #SeoulTrip #SeoulTrip #SeoulTravelDiary #SeoulTripInfo #VisitKorea #VisitKoreaRecord #VisitKoreaReport #VisitKoreaInfo #GirlsTripInKorea #SoloTripInKorea #SoloTripInKorea #KoreaInfo #KoreaTrends #KoreaTourism #KoreanMovies

#seoul This Square is very accessible as it connected with subway station Gwanghamun. Before or after you visit the palace I recommend stopping by here . The great naval admiral & King Sejong’s statues are prime photography spots.There is also a museum about King Sejong right behind his statue and the entrance is free.It is also bigger than you think and you will be surprised by the large buildings surrounding the area.

🏠Address: 136 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul, B3 🫧Atmosphere/Facilities: Located in the basement of the Seoul Finance Center building in Gwanghwamun, so you can wait without being cold! There are a lot of tables and the store has a bright and sophisticated atmosphere! 📍Key Points: The wait is long. Table-ring remote line-up is recommended *On-site registration start time Lunch time: 10:40 Dinner time: 17:00 *Remote line-up (table-ring) start time Lunch time: 11:30 Dinner time: 17:50 💲Average price per person: Sirloin cutlet 16,000 won, sirloin cutlet 14,000 won ⭐️Rating: ★★★★☆ At some point, I fell for this bright red tonkatsu instead of the old-fashioned tonkatsu! There are many famous tonkatsu restaurants in Hapjeong, but I recommend Ojeje in Gwanghwamun :) In particular, the sirloin melts in your mouth~~ The menu that includes fried shrimp is a bit expensive at 23,000 won, but it's worth eating once, but I personally think it's better to just eat the tonkatsu. Ojeje originally started at the Seoul Station branch and became famous. It has expanded to Gwanghwamun and Lotte Department Store Main Branch! I recommend you go to a nearby place and try it 😊 #SeoulTravel #RestaurantIntroduction #SeoulRestaurant #SeoulRestaurantRecommendation #TonkatsuRestaurant #Tonkatsu #Tonkatsu #Ojeje #Gwanghwamun #GwanghwamunRestaurant

Did you know that there is a museum called Sejong Story and Chungmugong Story in the underground space below Gwanghwamun Square? Interestingly enough, there is an entrance right behind the statue of King Sejong! When you enter through the entrance, there is an exhibition space related to King Sejong's various achievements, and right next to that, there is a permanent exhibition related to Admiral Yi Sun-sin! Be sure to visit when you go to Gwanghwamun^^ #WinterTravel #IndoorDate #MuseumTour #Gwanghwamun

The annual light and shadow festival has moved from Cheonggyecheon to Gwanghwamun Square. In addition to tourists, there are also many locals taking pictures. Coinciding with Christmas Eve, there are also different Christmas decorations, which are dazzling. #Korea Attractions #Festival in the Local #Christmas

#yearofrabbit Gwanghwamun Square is located right in front of the Gyeongbokgung palace. It is one of the places that must be visited in Seoul, where there are different sculptures from each other. Since 2023 is the year of rabit, you can see rabbit figures everywhere in the current concept. Wishing you a year full of longevity, peace and prosperity! #newyear #rabbit #koreatravel #seoultravel #asiatrip #travelinspiration

Second visit "Honey Instant Tteokbokki🥘" Tteokbokki that everyone in Korea loves! Add dumplings/cheese/kimbap/fried rice to the basics The line is long because I ate a lot. I scraped the bottom of the pot until it was full. The staff were really friendly! It's tteokbokki, but it's not too spicy! I had a delicious meal today♡ #GwanghwamunRestaurant#PlacesToVisitInGwanghwamun#HoneyInstantTteokbokki

I went to Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on December 31 There were a lot of flea markets and they were selling a lot of cute things! They were also selling a lot of handmade dog snacks, so I bought some for my dog. ㅎ I don't know how long it will be open, but it seems like a good place to visit❤️ #Gwanghwamun #HotPlace

When talking about Chinese restaurant in Korea, many will think off Black Soilsauce noodles and Seafood noodles. This Chinese restaurant in Gwanghwamun called Sandong, serves a variety of Chinese food well liked by the locals. In lunchtime people will flock in to enjoy various dishes. My personal favourite is Jaengban Jjajang (plated Soilbean paste noodles). It usually comes in minimum 2 portions and this upgraded version of Jjajangmyeon comes with pork slices, squid, shrimp and mushrooms. Their specialty dishes such as Dried chilli chicken, Dongpo pork, fried shrimp is also a hit. Do expect some waiting timw during lunch time. #tripblazers

#2023travelwish This year 2022 is the first Christmas whereby reopened Gwanghwamun Square hosted Christmas event, and this year they organized a Christmas Market. There are around 30 stalls selling different items and ornaments and visitors from around the city flocked in to enjoy the lights and decorations. There is a huge Christmas Tree situated in the middle of the square and you also see overseas visitors visiting as year end is also the season of traveling. Though weather is freezeing and frightful but this doesn't stop visitors from flocking in. My 2023 wish is to visit a Christmas Market in England.

The Seoul Lantern Festival at Cheonggyecheon Stream and Gwanghwamun Square features colorful lights, beautiful music, lively and lovely light sculptures, and a bustling market. It is amazing and worth a visit.