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Best North Korea View & Closest Starbucks to DMZ tour from Seoul

By VIP TRAVEL Co.Ltd
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $49 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Looking for the absolute best views of North Korea? Then buckle up for the ultimate DMZ adventure from Seoul to Aegibong, where you'll get the best, unobstructed, and jaw-dropping views of North Korea from South Korea! Skirting the edge of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), this tour takes you closer than you ever thought possible to this mysterious border, with the river by your side and stopping at the closest observatory to the DMZ. Plus, sip a latte at the nearest Starbucks to North Korea while soaking in the wild, untouched beauty of the no-man's zone. This isn't just a tour, it's a thrilling peek into history with a side of epic scenery, making it a must-do for adventure seekers!

The Associated Press (AP) described the Starbucks Aegibong branch, a striking emblem of global capitalism, as “a powerful symbol of security”, while CNN noted, “You can even see North Koreans walking around”, calling it “one of the few ways to look inside North Korea without crossing the border”.

Activity location

  • Aegibong ticket office
    • 193-8 Gageum-ri
    • 10004, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Skypark Myeongdong III
    • 139 Toegye-ro
    • 04537, Toegye-ro, Seoul, South Korea

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Best North Korea View & Closest Starbucks to DMZ tour from Seoul
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00am
Price details
$49.00 x 2 Adults$98.00
Total
Price is $98.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour Guide (English or Chinese)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round Trip Transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Coffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Passport is required during the tour. (You cannot enter without a passport)

Activity itinerary

Myeongdong Shopping Street (Pass by)
Pick-up location 1: Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 9)
Seoul City Hall (Pass by)
Pick-up location 2: Seoul City Hall Subway Station (Exit 6)
Hongdae (Pass by)
Pick-up location 3: Hongdae Subway Station (Exit 3)
DMZ (Pass by)
Although this tour doesn't technically enter the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), it does take you right up to the edge along the Jogang river, which forms part of the DMZ near Aegibong. Here you can see the best possible unobstructed views of North Korea, unmatched anywhere else. As we pass by, you can enjoy not just the sights of North Korea but also the abundant, undisturbed nature and wildlife in the restricted no-man's zones.
Aegibong ticket office
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
This is a brief stop so your guide can receive your entrance tickets. It is also a checkpoint where you will need to show your passport in order to pass through the security area, as it is still a sensitive geopolitical area being so close to North Korea.
Marine Corps Memorial
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Salute heroes at this stirring site, where 15,000 Marines battled in the Korean War. Feel the sacrifice as the DMZ views ignite history's pulse!
Aegibong Peace Eco Park
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore this unique DMZ-facing park, blending lush trails and war relics. Korea's only eco-peace hub stuns with North Korean vistas.
Aegibong Peace Ecological Park
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Wander vibrant themed gardens to the Sky Forest canopy. Spot 80+ rare bird species and gaze at North Korea from a different perspective.
애기봉 평화생태공원 흔들다리
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Cross this 150m thrill-ride for heart-pounding North Korea views. A thrill-seeker's dream, it's also the place to snap some epic border shots of North Korea!
애기봉 평화생태공원 야외공연장
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Take some rest at the outdoor seating area of the performance stage, where you may also catch some modern or traditional cultural performances if your timing is right. Enjoy the views over Jogang River and gaze upon the DMZ from a unique angle.
애기봉 평화의종
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Ring this iconic bell, echoing hopes of peace across the DMZ. Cast in 2000, it symbolizes hope for reunification. A must-do ritual!
Aegibong Peace Eco Park
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Reflect at this altar and honor the dreams for unity, with North Korea in sight. Built in 2018, it's a beacon of hope.
Starbucks Aegibong Peace Ecopark
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Sip a latte at the world’s closest Starbucks to North Korea. Enjoy clear views across the border while enjoying a coffee with a side of geopolitics!
조강전망대
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Get the ultimate, unobstructed view of North Korea from Korea's closest observatory to the DMZ. Binoculars reveal villages just 1.4km away!
Seoul (Pass by)
Drop-off location: Our tour bus will drop you off in Hongdae, a central location in downtown Seoul, and an ideal transportation hub from where you can continue with your day. Hongdae itself is also a vibrant, youthful area with trendy cafes, street performances, and unique shops. This artistic neighborhood offers live K-pop performances by wannabe next-generation youth, quirky arcades, and delicious street food, perfect for immersing yourself in Seoul's creative culture.

Location

Activity location

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    Aegibong ticket office
    • 193-8 Gageum-ri
    • 10004, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hotel Skypark Myeongdong III
    • 139 Toegye-ro
    • 04537, Toegye-ro, Seoul, South Korea
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    Seoul City Hall
    • 110 Sejong-daero
    • 04524, Sejong-daero, Seoul, South Korea
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    Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3
    • 183 Yanghwa-ro
    • 04051, Yanghwa-ro, Seoul, South Korea
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    Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3
    • 183 Yanghwa-ro
    • 04051, Yanghwa-ro, Seoul, South Korea

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