About this experience
Have you ever imagined buying a ticket to enter a Starbucks?
That's what happens at the Starbucks closest to North Korea. (only 1.4 km away)
You can see the open sky, the flowing river, and the North Korean land beyond Starbucks.
Aegibong Ecological Park, where the Starbucks closest to North Korea is located, has renovated an old observatory into an ecological park.
On the way to the observatory, we will cross the suspension bridge. If you cross this bridge, you can reach the Starbucks closest to North Korea. In front of Starbucks, there is an observatory where you can view North Korea and a telescope that you can use for free.
This park consists of an ecological exhibition hall, an observatory, and an ecological trail. In particular, it is beautiful to see the natural scenery and architecture beautifully harmonizing.
Tour course: Meeting place - Aegibong Peace Ecopark - Peace Eco Exhibition Hall - Jogang Observatory (Starbucks Observatory) - Hyundai Outlet - Drop off City Hall.
Next available dates
What’s included
- Expert guide
- Lunch (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off (if full-day option selected)
- Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Hotel Drop Off
- Tram
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1
drive to Gimpo city to visit Aegibong Observatory (Starbucks Observatory)
- 2
on the way to Observatory, we will cross the suspension bridge.
- 3
Peace Eco Exhibition Hall It is a exhibition place for peace , ecology and the future. You can learn about Korea history, North Korea and local story.
- 4
Jogang Observatory (also called Starbucks observatory) became popular tour spot becuase a Starbucks recentrly opened at Jogang Observatory. You can enjoy a cup of coffee at Starbucks while looking at North Korea View. There are free telescope as well. Tip: You can easily see the North Korean especially during harvest time.
- 5
Gimpo Hyundai Premium Outlet is a complex shopping center where you can enjoy everything at once, including shopping, performances, culture, and restaurants. It is the perfect place to enjoy cultural activities with your family, go shopping and explore delicious restaurants with friends, and have a date with your lover all day long.
- 6
drive back to Seoul and drop off at city hall
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Japanese
- Start times
- 07:30
Know before you go
- Infants must sit on laps
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not suitable for pets
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 2 adults is required to book the afternoon tour
- A current valid passport is required the day of travel (MUST)
- If a part of the tour itinerary is cancelled by unexpected military conditions or local circumstances, there will be no refund
- A current valid passport is required the day of travel. (MUST)
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
Meeting point
View on map
Hongik Univ. Station
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 37.55678, 126.92334
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 5 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Japanese
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Hongik Univ. Station.
From AED 170 per person
