Dora Observatory Tours

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Dora Observatory, DMZ, Korea Looking out to North Korea from the Observatory on South Korea side of DMZ with both flags visible. A visit to Seoul must include a tour here for you to begin to understand the tension. #LifeAtExpedia
Outside the viewing deck of the korean dimilitarized zone one winter noon. This view is eerily calm.
Whether you'd like to learn more about our role in the universe, or stare up at stars and planets that shine in the night sky, Dora Observatory will appeal to your inner astronomer.

This out-of-this-world attraction is located in Paju. Once you've explored everything you can at Dora Observatory, take a look at nearby Imjingak Peace Park, Unification Park, and Hwaseokjeong Pavilion.

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Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

2 out of 5
Myeong-dong
Price was $2,391, price is now $1,370 per person
$1,370
per person
Mar 23 - Mar 29
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (175 reviews)
Overall our stay was okay. However, I noticed that there were so many things scattered around especially the hallways that I find unsafe in an event of an emergency.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Sejong Hotel

Sejong Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Jung-gu
Price was $4,500, price is now $2,210 per person
$2,210
per person
Mar 30 - Apr 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Seoul (ICN)
8/10 Very Good! (1,409 reviews)
We’ve been a repeat guests for Sejong. Really appreciate the hotel’s cleanliness and amenities. The room was clean, even housekeeping did a good job when we requested for our bed to be made. The only thing that didn’t change is the worker’s union protest, that seems on-going even before covid. Fortunately, they didn’t bother hotel guests but get a bit crowded when the protest at the lobby though.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Crown Park Hotel

Crown Park Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Jung-gu
Price was $2,923, price is now $1,615 per person
$1,615
per person
Apr 19 - Apr 25
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Crown Park Hotel staffs are very friendly, room is clean, like with laundry in hotel, very convenient if travel more than weeks. Very close to shopping area.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Popular places to visit

Korean couple take a walking in the Imjingak Pyeonghwa-Nuri Park in paju, South Korea.

Imjingak Peace Park

Explore the great outdoors at Imjingak Peace Park, a lovely green space in Paju. Discover the area's countryside and waterfalls.

Imjingak Peace Park

Third Tunnel of Aggression

Find out about the history of Paju when you spend time at Third Tunnel of Aggression. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's art scene.

Third Tunnel of Aggression

Dorasan Peace Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dorasan Peace Park, a lovely green space in Paju. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Dorasan Peace Park

The Third Tunnel

You can learn about the history of Paju with a trip to The Third Tunnel. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

The Third Tunnel

Camp Bonifas

After visiting Camp Bonifas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Paju. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Camp Bonifas

Pyeonghwa Land

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Pyeonghwa Land during your visit to Paju. Amble around the area's parks or experience its art scene.

Pyeonghwa Land

Best Lodging Options Near Dora Observatory

Hotel Marinabay Seoul

Hotel Marinabay Seoul

4 out of 5
646-1 Jeonho-ri Gimpo Gyeonggi
Hotel Marinabay Seoul
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok

3.5 out of 5
143 Magokjungang-ro, Gangseo-gu Seoul
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT

LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT

3 out of 5
38, Haneul-gil, Gangseo-gu Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT
MARU HOTEL

MARU HOTEL

2 out of 5
10-2 Tongil-ro 65-gil, Eunpyeong-gu Seoul
MARU HOTEL
Swiss Grand Hotel

Swiss Grand Hotel

5 out of 5
353 Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu Seoul ICN
Swiss Grand Hotel
Mayfield Hotel Seoul

Mayfield Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
94, Banghwa-daero, Gangseo-gu Seoul Seoul
Mayfield Hotel Seoul
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Golden Seoul Hotel

Golden Seoul Hotel

4 out of 5
663, Gonghang-daero, Gangseo-gu Seoul Seoul
Golden Seoul Hotel
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