Inwangsan, Seoul

Name: Inwangsan
Address: San 3-1, Muak-dong, Jongno-gu 종로구 무악동 산 3-1, Seoul, South Korea

#79 among attractions in Seoul

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Facts and practical information

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. The mountain covers an area of 1,086,696.50㎡ and has many huge granite peaks which distinguish it from other mountains in Seoul. Each rock is named after its characteristic form, such as gicha bawi, chima bawi, iseul bawi, moja bawi, and jiryungii bawi. ()

Local name: 인왕산 Elevation: 1109 ftCoordinates: 37°35'6"N, 126°57'29"E

Address

San 3-1, Muak-dong, Jongno-gu 종로구 무악동 산 3-1종로구 (청운효자동)Seoul South Korea

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Gyeongbokgung, National Folk Museum of Korea, Gyeonghuigung, Seodaemun Independence Park.

1.1 miE
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...
1.2 miE
Museum for Korean customs and culture
National Folk Museum of Korea, Seoul
31 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...
1.1 miSE
Historic palace with an adjacent museum
Gyeonghuigung, Seoul
28 min walk • Gyeonghuigung, a serene historical gem nestled in the bustling city of Seoul, South Korea, stands as a testament to the Joseon Dynasty's architectural splendor. This palace, which served as a secondary royal villa for the king, is an emblem of Korea's rich cultural...
0.8 miS
Park
Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, Seodaemun Independence Park stands as a testament to South Korea's enduring spirit and its people's quest for freedom. The park, which is located in the Seodaemun-gu district, is a place of historical significance and a symbol of the...
1.1 miSE
Collection of Joseon Dynasty artifacts
National Palace Museum of Korea, Seoul
28 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...
0.7 miS
Prison history museum in 1908 jail
Seodaemun Prison, Seoul
19 min walk • Seodaemun Prison stands as a stark reminder of Korea's tumultuous history and its struggle for independence. Located in the bustling city of Seoul, this former prison now serves as a museum, shedding light on the dark days of Japanese colonial rule.
0.9 miS
Historical place
Independence Gate, Seoul
23 min walk • Dongnimmun Gate is a memorial gate located in Seoul, South Korea. The gate was built following the First Sino-Japanese War to inspire a spirit of independence away from Korea's previous status as a Chinese tributary state, which was declared by the Treaty of Shimonoseki. It was designed by Soh Jaipil, a Korean political activist.
0.7 miNE
City gate, Historical place
Changuimun, Seoul
18 min walk • 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.
0.4 miS
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Inwangsa, Seoul
12 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.
1.1 miSW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Bongwonsa, Seoul
27 min walk • Bongwon Temple is a South Korean Buddhist temple in Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, near Yonsei University. Situated to the northeast of the university on the hillside of Ahn Mountain, this is the head temple of the Taego Order of Korean Buddhism.
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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Inwangsan?

Nearby attractions include Inwangsa, Seoul (12 min walk), Hongje-dong, Seoul (13 min walk), Buam-dong, Seoul (15 min walk), Cheongunhyoja-dong, Seoul (18 min walk).

How to get to Inwangsan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Inwangsan:

Bus

개미마을종점 (11 min walk)
Seoul History Museum/Gyeonghuigung Palace • Lines: 160, 260, 270, 271, 273, 370, 470, 471, 600, 702, 710, 720, 721, 9701, N26, N37 (33 min walk)

Metro

Muakjae • Lines: 3 (12 min walk)
Dongnimmun • Lines: 3 (19 min walk)