Chungmuro, Seoul

#401 among attractions in Seoul

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Facts and practical information

Chungmuro is an avenue 1.75 km in length and 10-20 m in width and the area nearby, located in Jung-gu, central Seoul, South Korea. Since the 1960s, Chungmuro has been known as the street of culture, artists, and the film industry. Dansungsa, the first movie theater of Korea, established in 1907, is also situated in the area, then known by its Japanese name, Honmachi. Since 1974, Jongno 3-ga Station has become the nearest station around. Chungmuro was named after Chungmugong, the posthumous title of Korean Admiral Yi Sun-shin, which means "martial duke of loyalty." The last syllable "ro" refers to road in Korean. ()

Local name: 충무로 Coordinates: 37°33'43"N, 126°59'35"E

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중구 (필동)Seoul South Korea

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

Nearby attractions include: Namsangol Hanok Village, Gwangjang Market, Bangsan Market, Jongmyo.

~1030 ftS
Tours of houses built in Joseon Dynasty
Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Seoul, South Korea, lies an oasis of tranquility and traditional charm: the Namsangol Hanok Village. This picturesque park is a living museum, offering a glimpse into the Korea of yesteryear with its collection of beautifully...
0.7 miNE
Shopping, Market
Gwangjang Market, Seoul
19 min walk • Gwangjang Market stands as a bustling centerpiece of culinary exploration and traditional commerce in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and a vast array of goods, the market, established in 1905, is recognized as one of the oldest...
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping district, Market
Bangsan Market, Seoul
14 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Seoul, Bangsan Market is a vibrant shopping district renowned for its extensive selection of packaging and baking supplies. This market is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, professional bakers, and small business owners seeking...
0.7 miN
Shrine to Joseon dynasty kings and queens
Jongmyo, Seoul
19 min walk • Jongmyo Shrine is a serene and historical sanctuary nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. Established in the 14th century during the Joseon Dynasty, Jongmyo is the oldest and most authentic of the Confucian royal shrines to have been preserved.
~1900 ftSW
Nightlife, Cinema, Specialty museum
Seoul Animation Center, Seoul
10 min walk • The Seoul Animation Center is an animation and cartoon museum and activities center located on the hillside of Namsan in Jung-gu, Seoul. It was established by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in May 1999 to support the South Korean comics and animation industry and later expanded to include games and characters.
0.7 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Bank of Korea Money Museum, Seoul
19 min walk • Bank of Korea Money Museum, is an economics and numismatics museum in Seoul founded by the Bank of Korea in 2001. Its address is 39, Namdaemunno, Jung-gu, Seoul.
~1780 ftW
Gothic-style, 19th-century cathedral
Myeongdong Cathedral, Seoul
9 min walk • The Cathedral Church of Virgin Mary of the Immaculate Conception, informally known as Myeongdong Cathedral, is the national cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul.
0.7 miS
Aerial tramway
Namsan cable car, Seoul
18 min walk • Namsan cable car is an aerial tramway in Seoul. Built in 1962, it spans from the Hoehyeon-dong platform to the Yejang-dong platform near the top of Mt. Namsan and the N Seoul Tower. It is the first commercial cable car service for passengers in Korea. The length of the cable is 605 metres.
0.7 miNW
Pagoda, Buddhist architecture
Wongaksa Pagoda, Seoul
19 min walk • Wongaksa Pagoda is a twelve metre high ten storey marble pagoda in the center of Seoul, South Korea. It was constructed in 1467 to form part of Wongaksa temple, that King Sejo had founded two years before on the site of an older Goryeo-period temple, Heungbok-sa.
0.5 miNW
Bridge
31 Building, Seoul
14 min walk • 31 Building is an office building in Seoul, South Korea. Completed in 1970, the 31 Building was the tallest building in Seoul until 1979, when Lotte Hotel Seoul was completed.
0.7 miNW
Public park with 10-story, stone pagoda
Tapgol Park, Seoul
18 min walk • Tapgol Park, formerly Pagoda Park, is a small public park located at 99 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. This park was once a site of Wongaksa.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chungmuro?

Nearby attractions include Cho-dong, Seoul (4 min walk), Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul (5 min walk), Euljiro-dong, Seoul (6 min walk), International Worship in English, Seoul (6 min walk).

How to get to Chungmuro by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chungmuro:

Metro

Chungmuro • Lines: 3, 4 (3 min walk)
Euljiro 3-ga • Lines: 2, 3 (8 min walk)

Bus

Toegyero 3 Gahanok Village Korea Uijip • Lines: 507 (3 min walk)
Daehan Cinema Front • Lines: 507 (4 min walk)