Changuimun, Seoul

Name: Changuimun
Address: Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 110-021, South Korea
Telephone: +82 2-2148-1823

#77 among attractions in Seoul

City gate, Historical place

Gallery (11)

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Facts and practical information

Changuimun is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Buksomun, and Jahamun. ()

Local name: 창의문 Coordinates: 37°35'33"N, 126°57'58"E

Address

Buam-dong, Jongno-gu종로구 (부암동)Seoul 110-021 South Korea

Contact

+82 2-2148-1823

Website

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Day trips

Changuimun – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyeongbokgung, National Folk Museum of Korea, National Palace Museum of Korea, Art Sonje Center.

1.1 miSE
Historic palace with tours and a museum
Gyeongbokgung, Seoul
28 min walk • Gyeongbokgung Palace, a jewel nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Joseon Dynasty. Established in 1395 by King Taejo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeongbokgung served as the main royal...
1.1 miSE
Museum for Korean customs and culture
National Folk Museum of Korea, Seoul
28 min walk • The National Folk Museum of Korea stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Korea, situated in the heart of Seoul. This significant institution offers visitors an in-depth look into Korean history, traditional life, and the cultural beliefs of the Korean...
1.2 miSE
Collection of Joseon Dynasty artifacts
National Palace Museum of Korea, Seoul
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, the National Palace Museum of Korea is a cultural gem that showcases the rich history and royal heritage of the Korean peninsula. This prestigious institution is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of artifacts from...
1.3 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Shopping
Art Sonje Center, Seoul
33 min walk • Artsonje Center is a private art museum in Seoul, Korea, located in Samcheong-dong, a neighborhood adjacent to known for its numerous art galleries, cafes, restaurants and boutiques.
0.7 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Inwangsan, Seoul
18 min walk • Inwangsan is a mountain with a height of 338 meters, located in Jongno-gu and Hongje-dong, Seodaemun-gu, central areas of Seoul, South Korea. The name literally means "mountain of generous king" in Korean.
1.2 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Tibet Museum, Seoul
32 min walk • The Tibet Museum is a museum dedicated to Tibetan culture in Sogyeok-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea.
1 miS
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Inwangsa, Seoul
26 min walk • Inwangsa is a Buddhist temple of the Bonwon Order in Mt. Inwangsan, Seoul, South Korea. It is located at San 2 Muak-dong, in the Jongno-gu area of the city.
1.3 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Gallery Hyundai, Seoul
34 min walk • Gallery Hyundai was founded in 1970, initially located in Insadong, South Korea. The founder and president of the gallery, Park Myung-ja introduced modern and contemporary art to the Korean public.
1.2 miNW
Museum
Samseong Museum of Publishing, Seoul
32 min walk • The Samseong Museum of Publishing is a museum in Seoul, South Korea.
~660 ftN
Museum, Art museum
Whanki Museum, Seoul
4 min walk • The Whanki Museum is a private art museum in Jongno-gu, in central Seoul, South Korea. It was established by the Whanki Foundation mainly to exhibit and commemorate the art of Whanki Kim, one of Korea's foremost abstract painters.
1.3 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Fashion museum
Han Sang Soo Embroidery Museum, Seoul
33 min walk • The Han Sang Soo Embroidery Museum is an art museum specializing in Korean embroidery located in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu, central of Seoul, South Korea.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Changuimun?

Nearby attractions include Buam-dong, Seoul (3 min walk), Whanki Museum, Seoul (4 min walk), Hongji-dong, Seoul (14 min walk), Cheongun-dong, Seoul (17 min walk).

How to get to Changuimun by public transport?

The nearest stations to Changuimun:

Bus

개미마을종점 (18 min walk)

Metro

Muakjae • Lines: 3 (29 min walk)
Gyeongbokgung • Lines: 3 (32 min walk)