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National Museum of Korea
One of Asia's largest museums, showcasing Korean history and art from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
2 km · about 5 min drive
AsiaSouth KoreaSeoul
Yongsan-dong
Seoul, South Korea · Asia
About Yongsan-dong
Yongsan-dong works well as a base: 25 minutes from Siheungdong, 4km from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Yongsan-dong is in Seoul, South Korea, with about 13,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Siheungdong, about 12 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Yongsan-dong?
Within an hour or so of Yongsan-dong: National Museum of Korea (2 km), Myeongdong (2 km), Dongdaemun Design Plaza (3 km), Cheonggyecheon Stream (3 km).
Are there any good drives near Yongsan-dong?
The nearest famous roads are Hangyeryeong Pass and Misiryeong Pass.
Where is Yongsan-dong?
Yongsan-dong is in Seoul, South Korea, about 12 km from Siheungdong.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 12,612
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- South Korea
- Region
- Seoul
- Timezone
- Asia/Seoul
- Coordinates
- 37.5445, 126.9837
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
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Worth the detour from Yongsan-dong
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Myeongdong
Seoul's premier shopping and entertainment district packed with K-beauty stores, street food stalls, and fashion boutiques.
2 km · about 5 min drive
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza
A futuristic neo-futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, serving as Seoul's hub for design, art, and technology exhibitions.
3 km · about 5 min drive
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Cheonggyecheon Stream
A restored urban stream running through downtown Seoul with a beautiful 10.9-kilometer walking path beneath street level.
3 km · about 5 min drive
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Insadong
Seoul's cultural heart lined with traditional teahouses, antique shops, galleries, and craft stores in a charming pedestrian street.
3 km · about 5 min drive
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Gyeongbokgung Palace
The main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty in Seoul, known for its grandeur and the picturesque changing of the guard ceremony.
4 km · about 5 min drive
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Bukchon Hanok Village
A traditional Korean village of hundreds of hanok houses nestled between two major palaces in the heart of Seoul.
4 km · about 10 min drive
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Changdeokgung Palace
A UNESCO World Heritage palace famed for its Secret Garden, considered the finest example of Joseon Dynasty palace architecture.
4 km · about 5 min drive
Driving roads near Yongsan-dong
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- Right hereLotte World Tower Seoul SkySouth Korea's tallest building at 555 meters with the Seoul Sky observation deck offering sweeping views of the entire metropolitan area.
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