Very interesting starting point for DMZ tours. The facilities are clean, there are several meal/snack/drink options to choose from before heading out on the tour bus (we were on one of the first tour busses for the day, the 0920 bus) There are a few monuments/items that have fascinating historical significance, I would highly encourage you to check them out (our tour guide gave us an excellent mini-lesson on them, 11/10! Shout out to Vincent 🙌)

Close to the DMZ, this national park is full of history. Ideally it would be better if you came here with a tour group so the guide can explain to you in details how were the Koreans affected by the war and how conditions were for females back then. If you came here on your on, it is hard to feel what the Koreans went through without someone sharing.

Heading to the DMZ, I stopped here to switch vehicles as you can only go to the DMZ with the branded buses. I had thr privilege of seeing the Imjingak Tourist centre and had fun while I got my ticket. Watched a short video on the Korean/Japanese war with the Turtle ship.

Educational. My tour guide Denis from PJK Tours did an excellent job of ensuring his group were well informed when walking around these memorial grounds.

Super interesting place - we had to wait for our tour shuttle so we had time to look around Highlight was buying North Korean money and seeing the end of the old train and the new train tracks

Went to the far end of north west of Korean peninsular just overlook the Demilitary zone. Peaceful and a lot crowed.

You can see ,feel, and smell history here.

Dead town but shops all open. Nothing special which needed 2hrs of travelling from Seoul. Honestly waste of time.

There aren’t a lot of premium stores here. I also felt it didn’t have a lot of options and a lot of the stores were only half full.

The outlet looks like it expanded from the last time I was there 5 years ago. We were there on a weekend so I expected the crush of people. Still good deals available. Got 3 pairs of shoes for my family. There is still a good working food court area upstairs.

Drove from Seoul and took about an hour or so. Reminds me a lot of US premium outlets and also very much like this mall in LA called The Grove. Plenty of shops but prices however wasn’t very much like premium outlets in US though. Stuff in general were relatively expensive even after discounts. can probably get some good bargains if you get lucky. Did I buy anything? Not really. Will I be back? Probably.

It is far from downtown Seoul. There are few people on the weekday. Some clothes are not expensive. Some stores have a luxury brand.

Lots of shops to explore, but the price are not that discounted and choices are not that enough. Highly recommended the only LINE friends outlet store in Korea which has really great deal inside.

About a 1h bus ride away from Seoul is Paju Premium Outlets. This outlet is part of Simon outlet brands and there are many mainstream brands in this outlet. The discounts here are good but not fantastic as you would expect in Simon Outlets in the US. There are certain items on high discounts that are quite worth it. Still well worth the trip. To get here, go to Hapjeong Station (Exit 1) – and take Bus #2200. You will arrive at the back gate of the outlet. Use the opposite bus stop to get back to Seoul.

A special zone where individuals, families, and tourists can enjoy food, arts, fashion items, and rare collectible items. On your way to Paju DMZ tour, please stop by this area to enjoy one of the recommended tour spot in Korea. They have cafe, restaurants, and shops for your intriguing gifts. However, on Mondays, many shops are closed. There is no subway or public transportation tovHeyri Village.

Take the red bus 2000 from Seoul to Paju Heyri art village for one day then you will be able to enjoy the arts museums , coffee, bakery n foods culture villages. It is busy with so many things to see and to do here depending to what you are interested. Highly recommended and very well plans art town over last 20 yr , borders of South n North Korea , peaceful and beautiful country side. We were spending time to visit our family house@Motif.One, and bought a custom made apron at Hadam's leather shops, ate lunch by Pizza restaurant near by, picked up some Korean made socks at flea markets, so many things for just one day. We will be come again in future and hope to stay over night here too. The afternoon sunset is one of favorite time as our friends said. Love to be at Paju Heyri Art village. Thank you

took some time to drive up here but it’s nice getting there, there is a huge selection of art and museums here - we went to a historical museum of korea and it looks so small from the outside but once you go inside it’s really huge place - you take a lot of photos here and learn korean history

Very nice, artistic style, like a maze, before you come, make sure you have enough time or you will get lost in it, enjoy

Lots of lovely cafes, stores, and outdoor spaces.

A very refreshing place not to far away from Goyang si, should visit if around the area.

It is a nice place to stroll about and admire the architecture beauty and many cafes scattered around. Unfortunately we reached late in the evening and only managed to only go to Farmer's Table for dinner. Ambience is good and food is passable.

Interesting theatre to look into the border between north and south Korea. There is a border town on both sides but according to the tour guide to DMZ, the town in North Korea border is fake and there is no one actually living there 🤔 They don't allow us to use your own binoculars but there is a pay one to use at the observatory.

Great experience looking over the DMZ towards North Korea. Our excellent guide, Jones, was able to point out interesting sites including the various bunkers, the starting point of the third infiltration tunnels, the now abandoned industrial village, the jamming tower and more. An added bonus was that Jones brought his own pair of powerful binoculars so we did not have to queue for the public ones. As luck would have it, the weather was perfect to allow us a clear view over the DMZ. And whilst the JSA is closed to visitors, this is the next best option.

Unique and thought-provoking view into North Korea Dora Observatory is one of the most fascinating stops on a DMZ tour. From here, you can actually see into North Korea, including the North’s village of Kijŏng-dong, which, according to our guide, is mostly a ghost town built to give the illusion of prosperity. On the South Korean side, you’ll spot Daeseong-dong, a real village where people still live, and the massive South Korean flag is clearly visible from the observatory. Photos aren’t allowed here for security reasons, so it’s all about being in the moment and taking in the reality of the division between the two countries. That said, the view is striking and definitely leaves an impression. There’s also a small café and sitting area on the second floor, where you can rest while literally facing North Korea, a surreal but peaceful experience. Photos from other areas. More pics at my IG: @ogolphotos Highly recommended as part of any DMZ tour. It’s not just a tourist stop, it gives you a deep sense of the ongoing tension and hope that exists in the region.

Visiting the DMZ today on the Korean Peninsula was not as I expected at all. I was completely caught off guard how I would feel emotionally. Before I booked this tour, I was thinking - cool, let’s go check out this place. Let’s see the solders with their guns, the military check points, and get a glimpse of the Hermit Kingdom. It started out just as I expected. It felt so cool to be so close to North Korea. It wasn’t until we went to the Dora Observatory and had a chance to see the city, buildings, and farm on the other side, with binoculars, that it really hit me. All I could do was imagine what life is like for the people right in front of me, who were just a mere 4-5 kilometers from me. Here I was observing them from a far as if they lived in a zoo. These photos were not taken by me because you can not take photos of North Korea from the observatory anymore.

Have a good understanding on how the war started between north and South Korea. They have checkpoint to check all identities of visitors before entering. The security is very tight. We are not able to go up to the outdoor observation deck due to heavy rain. Visited the tourist centre. We to see the side of North Korea as heavy rain during our visit.

Nothinf intresting and special...Just a fields of North Korea..no photos policy. But we had a very good guide Cindy

Such great organization and set up to show the story and history behind the North and South of this peninsula. So many artifacts are on display and it is hair raising driving through and seeing the signs of mines in the field. The expos are well put together and provide an accurate description of what happened, how and why. There are times group viewings on the top floor with binoculars pointed towards North Korea. This is time well spent and well worth the drive understanding the conflict. Highly recommend!

Excellent Korean soups! It was a cold and rainy day. Galbitang, gomtang were all really good! The fried pork kimchi pastry was also fabulous. And their white kimchi is da bomb!

(Translated by Google) The food came out delicious and the taste was truly excellent. The meat was so tender and delicious. The staff was very friendly. (Original) Het eten kwam heerlijk uit en de smaak was werkelijk uitstekend. Het vlees was zo zacht en heerlijk. Het personeel was erg vriendelijk.

(Translated by Google) I had a truly wonderful meal. The cold noodles were a given, but the other dishes were also delicious, so I think I'll go back again! (Original) 정말 너무 나이스한 한끼를 먹었습니다. 냉면은 너무 당연하고 다른요리들도 너무 맛있어서 또 갈것 같아요!

(Translated by Google) It's easy to find as it's next to Starbucks on the 3rd floor. Manpo Myeonok in Paju!! It was hot, but I enjoyed it so much. (Original) 3층 스타벅스 옆에 있어서 찾기 쉽더라구요 파주에서 만포면옥이라니!! 더운데 너무 잘 먹구왔어양

(Translated by Google) The galbitang was too small and the taste was exactly like frozen galbitang. The dumplings tasted like store-bought frozen dumplings... I don't want to come back..ㅜㅜ (Original) 갈비탕도 너무 작은 갈비대에 냉동갈비탕 딱 그느낌 만두도 시판냉동만두 느낌이네요....다시 오고 싶지 않아요..ㅜㅜ

(Translated by Google) Delicious Pyongyang cold noodles and handmade dumplings~! (Original) 맛있는 평양냉면과 수제만두~!

(Translated by Google) The best Pyongyang Naengmyeon in town! (Original) The best 평양냉면 in town!

Long wait, mediocre chicken, only had one sauce that was mostly tasteless yellow goo.

It's good!

(Translated by Google) Aside from the taste, the staff's service was lacking - the menu only had a small Chinese version, so when I asked for Korean, they told me to choose from a menu that wasn't even there without even looking at it. (Original) 맛을 떠나 종업원 서비스 정신 무- 메뉴에 작게 중국어로만 나와있어 한국어 요청하니 보지도 않고 나와있지도ㅡ않은 메뉴에서 고르라고 함.

(Translated by Google) I don’t know about anything else, but the staff is friendly and it’s nice to eat something else inside. (Original) 딴건 몰라두 직원들이 친절하시고, 안에서 딴거 먹기도 좋아요

(Translated by Google) An okay fast food restaurant. (Original) 무난한 패스트푸드점.

(Translated by Google) C Just an okay Popeyes. Service, taste, and atmosphere are all average. (Original) C 그냥 무난한 파파이스. 서비스, 맛, 분위기 모두 보통임.

(Translated by Google) P77*%* (Original) ㅍ77*%*

Food was so so. Sign says close at 9:00 pm. Turned off many of the lights at 8:00 and felt uncomfortable to stay and chat with friends. Glad we went to coffee shop across the street.

Getting old. Not that clean comparing to 5yrs before. Taste is good. Coffee was bad. Location is good.

It's clean and wide, crowded. If you're Korean born before 1980 most likely you'd like it, inferring from customers inside the shop.

Bit pricy but it has its own atmosphere. Food also is nice. Modern Korean food.

Too much hype for a very average place. Hope you have a better experience.

Nice place ti visit, more for the interior than the Food, food quality need to improve.....

Good~~

Expect a lot of people crossing the bridge. You have to be good at "hiding" them in your photos. Scenic but a bit crowded if you're there late.

Attended as part of a full day DMZ tour during the hottest time of the year. This location is very scenic to take photos and stroll around. If attending with a tour then you could spend a few hours to stroll around the lake. The bridge looks well maintained and facilities are clean. Lots of trees to keep cool.

Lake Majang Suspension Bridge is a scenic spot with an interesting history attached to it. The suspension bridge itself is the main attraction, offering nice views of the lake and surroundings. There is a walking path around the lake, which makes it a pleasant place for a short stroll or to enjoy some quiet time in nature. At the start of the trail, there is a small café where you can grab a drink or snack before or after your walk. Other than that, there is not much else to do, so it is more of a quick visit destination.

Beautiful, short visit through the DMZ tour is more than enough.

Don't go when it's raining. Likely they close the walk bridge

Great view. Try to cross the suspension bridge

Nothing special to go here alone, but as a part of 10 hour dmz trip it was refreshing little walk here.

One true relaxing and peaceful place. There's a lot to explore. Make sure to take some guidebook from the entrance so you'll know where are the photo spots. There's a 9,000 won fee, and it's worth it if you want to scape for a while.

I have visited twice now in winter and spring. The garden has two distinct parts: an Asian style and a European style. Both are beautiful, with a waterfall and pond in the Asian garden and many statues in the European garden. Blooming plants abound. There are several stores in the garden, including a small snack shop, a large multi story building that holds a tea room and two restaurants, a gift shop with herbal products and ice cream for sale, and a greenhouse with plants and pottery for sale, plus hands on craft experiences. Recommended!

Good place to stroll and immerse into flowers. Mostly well managed but some places are not managed at all with spiderweb all over.. Pricy for its quality

one of famous botanic garden

This is so beautiful and not to far from Seoul. It’s much bigger than expected. It reminds me of Alice in Wonderland and Versailles.

Well-designed arboretum. Hope you to take a rest and chill. The great place to enjoy nature. Wanna visit again.

Nicely organized place for kids and adults alike. Good stop in paju for a coffee break.

I like this place but its too expensive. There are animals and gardens. You can experience some korean traditional games. It is big place but too crowd. I recommend to go this place on weekday.

Very big park with many cute photo spots. Of course will be prettier at night with all the lights on. I visited here last weekend, there are some xmas photo spots like santa on the roof, and big xmas tree (prettier at night). And you can feed animals too, like sheep, racoon, rabbits, birds, if you bring your children, they might dont wanna go home. The animals are super cute! Especially the racoons!

Visited for the lighting festival (~ Dec. 31, 2020). Admission fee for the adult was ￦10,000 / person on the weekend. They do have an indoor botanic garden, as well as small animal farm (guinea pigs, rabbits, sheeps, peacocks etc.) Each area has a theme , won't get bored :) If you wanna go just for the lighting festival , go after when it starts get dark or like 2hrs before it gets closed. Otherwise, you won't able to take pictures (as much as you like in each spot). People waits in a line to take picture. <- on the weekend

Very nice and romantic hidden gem garden in Paju city. It's better to visit in the evening when they turn on lights. There are awesome spots to take photos. You may want to bring your kids as there's a cozy play garden with swimming pools. Your children would love it. There's also a plant garden with lots of flowers and even banana tree. The entrance fee is 8000 won per adult and 4000 for children.

I actually really liked it here! The rides were mainly for babies but it was still fun to experience the lights and all the scenery. I think they do a really good job of keeping everything clean and neat! The lights start turning on at around 7 ish. The restraunt there is also really nice and we went to the western side (there were two sides, one western and one more eastern(asian)). The scenery is so beautiful and it's a blast walking through and trying out all of the activities! The barn animal seeing- although it smells pretty bad- was cool. I felt like the animal living conditions was probably the least well kept of the entire place but something like that is usually pretty unsanitary. It was honestly fine for me though. I think the area was a great place to take pictures and go sightseeing!

It has a nice lighting display in the night time. Nice gardens and animal enclosures. The main fault i would say is the music is too loud and soppy jazz. It's everywhere on tbe speakers. It gets annoying.

Kind of a western style garden estate with a variety of different things to do. There are a lot of roman-style columns, statues, planters and other sculptures made of what appears to be high quality marble. I don't know where they got all the marble from but it looks very nice. There is a large greenhouse, part of which is a parakeet exhibit where guests can feed and interact with birds (the birds will eat from your hand). There is a another bird exhibit with colorful peacocks, ducks and pheasants and a small zoo with raccoons, bunnies and sheep where guests can feed the animals for a fee. There is a ropes course, merry-go-round and several small amusement park-type rides (bumper cars, swinging pirate boat, etc [fee required]) , a large inner-tube slide [fee required] near the zoo and a small creek area where kids can play in the water. I'm not sure if I've gotten everything, but if you're bringing kids, there's a lot of stuff to do. There are two restaurants (Korean and Italian) near the entrance and a cafeteria near the rides, but I would say the food selection is a bit limited. The are several signs saying that outside food is prohibited, but this rule doesn't seem to be strictly enforced. There is a Halloween event every year, where part of the park is decorated with spooky Halloween stuff like jack-o-lanterns, skeletons, spider webs, witches, zombies and so-on, which is kind of fun. Kids had a great time when I took them here.

good!!! There are many good clothing products. We experienced good shopping.

The best mall I’ve ever seen

This is a famous outlet. i sometimes come and buy clothes and somethings. There are new products and carryover products , so you can many choices 😊 It is also good for bringing children. There are play areas for children.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Good amount of name brand selection and variety. Well spaced stores, helps to navigate with map throughout premise.

There's everything you want to buy.

This is a lovely outlet so new, clean and relaxing, wish I had more time there

Mall are great and huge, only if your are shopping maniac. Travelling to so many countries and so called outlet price are definitely not cheap at all. Is full price in other countries, if you get it on discount then is definitely cheaper than this place.

Attended the observatory as part of a DMZ day tour. The facilities were well kept and clean. Has free binoculars to use and can see all around. The information facilities describe the location and the proximity to the North.

You can see the real live silence Buk Han. Must visiting place for a tourist. There is no shop or convineance store on the top of. If you have a plan to visit, should take some drink & snack a little bit. The tour may take 30-40min to look around.

Really great observation area from which you can see North Korea and, if you're lucky, North Koreans going about their daily business via the telescopes. The attached museum is also well done and is quite interesting to wander around. It was lovely to be able to have a cold drink in their cafe with great views across the river to the North Korean territory and contemplate just how much a few metres means when it comes to freedom and basic human rights.

For lone travelers like myself: -Bus number 2200 will bring you from Seoul to the museum and galleries area of Paju-si, from where you can walk to the Odusan Observation Deck -but be ready, that 1/3 of the way, mostly the walk up the hill will not have a walking path. So you’ll walk along the road, making the stops to let cars and busses and military trucks to safely pass by. -This way wasn’t the best one, for your safety better take an uber from Paju, or risk if you will. The access to the museum and the deck is free. The top floor has a cafe with all kinds of coffee and ice creams. All the binoculars, for my surprise, were free as well. And the place is probably a must visit when in South Korea. Take care, be safe

Amazing experience with lots of grief. Sisters and brothers separated by a river and most importantly different regimes. I hope there will be no more wars and everyone lives happily ever after.

I loved it It was very eye opening,very educational and the tour guide was the best and well knowledgeable

It felt weird to be looking across the river directly into North Korea! Great information, observation decks, displays, etc. The tide was low, giving it an interesting look. It was also interesting how that when you turn around and look at South Korea, the two are drastically different.

Absolutely worth the visit if you're in the area. 10/10 vibes if you love a museum and a maze it'll be right up your alley. Very kitsch and very fun.

I just left there. Super Excellent! Great immersion effect. I almost didn't go. It looks almost like one of those museums you just walk in and walk out of from the outside, but it goes underground and expands. Well air conditioned too. That also helped as it was hot and humid outside, suddenly it felt like autumn in 1960's Korea. That's one of the best museum experiences I've ever had in all my decades and travels. Probably top 3 to 5.

The owner singly collected hundreds, if not thousands of cultural items/trinkets throughout the decades and has created a walk-through museum of them. My parents were born in the late 50s, and they loved telling me about all the different things shown, while experiencing great nostalgia. Being a 2nd generation Korean-American, the museum gave me a better understanding & and respect for the Korean people's diligence and progress to now.

Museum of Modern History of Korea in Heyri Art Village, Paju displays of everyday life in Korea within the last century. The museum was like walking through a time machine, the displays were so detailed and realistic. It was a fun lovely visit, a step back in time.

Absolutely visit this place. Better to have a Korean speaker to explain things, but I wouldn't skip it if not. Totally worth the entry price.

Real surprise. You feel immersed in the Korea from 60-70. Great experience!

The place where we could see something that is a blast from the past somewhat make it more nostalgic to remember and to revisited some earlier moments to old town recreation and lots more.

Beautiful, very old buildings. The forest behind the temple is a great spot for a cup of coffee and some kimbap

Very nice Temple

Hidden gem in Paju & Yangju

Calm and peaceful

What a lovely place to visit.

Quite big temples. shrine for King Yeongjo's real mother is here.

nice and big temple. best recomend

We went to the 3rd infiltration tunnel as part of our DMZ tour. As the bus takes you to the tunnel, you cross an innocuous blue line painted on the road. This marks the start of the DMZ. At the 3rd tunnel there is large carpark with an old tank, museum and some sculptures at one end and the entrance to the tunnel at the other. When you enter the building housing the tunnel entrance there is a photo opportunity with some much guards. You then have to deposit your mobile phones as they cannot be taken into the tunnel. You then have to collect a safety hat which turns out to be a vital piece of kit. Don’t take it off! Now for the fun part(!) - the walk to the tunnel is 350 metres down a steep walk. Then you walk along the tunnel itself for 250 metres until the first (of three) concrete blockades; you cannot go further than the first blockade which is actually only about 170 metres from the border with North Korea. The walk along the tunnel is quite low in many places - I am 6 foot tall and spent 80% of the 250 metre walk bent over and hit my head on the jagged roof at least a 8-10 times. I was very grateful for the hard hat. The tunnel has a number of area with dynamite holes made by North Korea and the tunnel is a nice piece of history. But other than that, there is not much to see. Then you have to walk back along the tunnel for 250 metres half bent over before the 350 metre steep climb back to the top. So make sure you have comfortable walking shoes and are prepared for the walk - I was reasonably ‘puffed’ by the time I reached the top and the souvenir shop.

This was part of our dmz tour, it has unique historical background, but the tunnel itself is not very tempting. Easy way downhill for just a cement wall and then obviosly lot harder way up. Not really worth it going down since you are not allowed to take pictures.

Emotional in many ways to visit here. Cameras are not allowed in many areas...gor obvious reasons. Definitely worth the visit. A short drive from Seoul. Many tours available, but can also go on your own. We arrived and were able to get tickets without a reservation. We did arrive early, however. If you decide to go into the 3rd tunnel, its quite strenuous. The decent is steep, and low ceilings. Then the hike up. Wear comfortable shoes. Very glad we went the the DMZ while in the area.

Fascinating and intense part of the DMZ experience The Third Infiltration Tunnel is one of the most interesting and memorable parts of any DMZ tour, a must-see if you’re exploring the area. Just a heads-up: you can’t visit on your own, so make sure to book a guided tour in advance. The experience begins with staff giving you helmets for safety (you’ll need them!), and then you walk down a steep ramp (about 350 meters) into the tunnel itself. It’s deep underground, and the tunnel is narrow and low in places, so it’s definitely not ideal for anyone claustrophobic. The tunnel leads to a sealed-off area that was once part of a planned infiltration route from North Korea, making it historically significant and eye-opening. Unfortunately, photos are strictly not allowed inside, so you’ll have to rely on memory, but it’s an experience that sticks with you. The outside area is peaceful and surprisingly scenic, offering a nice contrast to the intense history underground. You can walk around, enjoy the views, and take photos here. Highly recommended as part of a full DMZ tour. More pics in my IG: @ogolphotos

Interesting historical incursion into south Korea via underground tunnel. Limited photo opportunities due to being in military zone however,still well worth booking the tour and hearing about the history, and going into the tunnel itself. Fairly steep access and exit so need a level of fitness, however you can take your time.

The tunnel is a difficult walk, especially coming back, just to see some ferns growing between the barricade walls. It is a very interesting site. Apparently there are many more tunnels that haven't been found but are known about. The rest benches have the flags of all the nations that participated in the war embedded in them

The DMZ in Korea is a fascinating and historic destination, offering a unique glimpse into the tension and hope between North and South Korea. The bus tour is well-organized, covering key sites like Dora Observatory and the Third Infiltration Tunnel. However, the last tour of the day unfortunately does not include an English-speaking guide, which can limit understanding for international visitors. Overall, it’s an eye-opening experience worth visiting.

It's a restaurant that's searched on the Internet a lot. There's a lot of food and it tastes good. But I don't really want to recommend it. It's hard to go without a car and it's not very delicious.

Not so satisfying with the han jeong sik but the fish is quite good.

Fantastic Korean traditional food 👌

Delicious spread of small dishes. I'm not Korean so I might not have the most refined taste in Korean food but it was good and at 13,000 won per person it seemed reasonable. Clearly family friendly.

Variety of small amount of food is far away from down town its good for visit during the weekends with family. Food is so so for it tastes like mass produced food.

My hubby said the dish is ok. I only love the dotori tang..

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