Closest Observatory to DMZ & Suspension Bridge Tour from Seoul
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Visit the unique Starbucks on Aegibong Peace Ecopark and Jogang Observatory in Civilian Control Zone closest to DMZ See North Korea on the observatory only 1.4 km away from N. Korea! Aegibong Peace Ecopark was originally Hill 154, where the two Koreas fought fiercely during the Korean War located at the mouth of the Hangang River along with the Jogang River. Aegibong is famous for the place where displaced people often visit. After the Korean War, many displaced people missed their homes and visited Aegibong to see their hometown. Also, famous for the Starbucks cafe on the observatory now. The old observatory was established in 1978, but was demolished and it was renewed by the name of Jogang observatory where you can see the northern land from the closest distance. This Ecopark is a symbolic place representing peace and harmony. Minimum 2 participants are required to proceed tour **Passports are mandatory**
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Aegibong is famous for the place where displaced people often visit. After the Korean War, many displaced people missed their homes and visited Aegibong to see their hometown. Also, famous for the Starbucks cafe on the observatory now. The old observatory was established in 1978, but was demolished and it was renewed by the name of Jogang observatory where you can see the northern land from the closest distance. Used to known with a huge Christmas tree, but Christmas lights were too bright to N. Korea and it caused conflict due to lack of electricity in N. Korea. The tree was removed, but Aegibong Peace Ecopark workers built the bridges in shape of the tree. This Ecopark is a symbolic place representing peace and harmony.
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- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(1,581)
This is a special experience!! Sungyoung, the guide is very nice!!
It was a tour by our guide Deng. On the bus, we learned more about Korean history and Starbucks in a way that was easy to understand and fun! The story of the crash landing of the cow was interesting 🙂 They answered questions carefully and it was a fulfilling time ✨
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
Thank you for your valuable experience today! The tour was kind and the explanation in Japanese was very easy to understand. They taught me about the history of North and South Korea and even the current situation, and I learned a lot more than just seeing the scenery. In addition, Mr. Tian, the guide, said that there was also a drama tour, so it was more interesting with the material such as the crash landing of love 👏 Thank you very much.
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
Guide:Mr. Deng (田) The weather was nice and cool even though it was midsummer! The guide explained it very clearly!
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
I participated out of curiosity, but the content was more intense than I expected, and it was great! Mr. Tian, our guide, also talked about various topics such as history, and I enjoyed participating alone.
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
I joined because I wanted to see Starbucks and North Korea by the DMZ. The guide gave me a lot of explanations, and although I don't know much about history, I learned a lot. They also took a lot of pictures! Even on cloudy days, we could see the other side of the river clearly using telescopes and people could see.
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
I learned a lot from Mr. Deng's talk, which was interesting. He was also a good photographer. North Korea is not allowed to enter other countries once they enter, so it was a good experience to at least see them.
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
Deng's guide was easy to understand and I really enjoyed it!
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
I was not sure if it was a personal arrangement, but it was the right one because there was no detailed procedure and I could visit easily.
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
I found and booked this tour the day before. Deng, a guide who is good at Japanese, guided us carefully. Starbucks drinks at the observatory while watching North Korea were strange. It was a very meaningful half day. Mr. Deng, thank you.
この度は温かいお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます！ ツアーを楽しんでいただけたとのこと、スタッフ一同とても嬉しく思っております。 ぜひまた韓国にお越しの際は、私たちのツアーにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 再びお会いできます日を、心より楽しみにお待ちしております✨
