Yonsei University, Seoul

Name: Yonsei University
Address: Seoul, South Korea

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Yonsei University is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea. As a member of the "SKY" universities, Yonsei University is deemed one of the three most prestigious institutions in the country. It is particularly respected in the studies of medicine and business administration. ()

Local name: 연세대학교 Coordinates: 37°33'37"N, 126°56'13"E

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서대문구 (신촌동)Seoul South Korea

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Yonsei University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Seodaemun Independence Park, Seodaemun Prison, Bongwonsa, Seodaemun Museum of Natural History.

1.4 miNE
Park
Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul
36 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...
1.4 miNE
Prison history museum in 1908 jail
Seodaemun Prison, Seoul
37 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.
1 miNE
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Bongwonsa, Seoul
26 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.
1.1 miN
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Seodaemun Museum of Natural History, Seoul
29 min walk • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History is a first public museum of natural history in South Korea, located in a metropolitan area, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. It was founded in 2003 and operated by Seodaemun-gu Administration.
1.6 miSE
Museum
Kim Koo Museum, Seoul
42 min walk • The Kim Koo Museum is a museum in Seoul, South Korea which opened on October 22, 2002, to commemorate the life and thoughts of Kim Koo, Korean independence activist against Japanese occupation of Korea. This museum and library is located within Hyochang Park in Hyochang-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul.
0.6 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Samsung Hall, Seoul
15 min walk • The Centennial Memorial Samsung Hall was completed in commemoration of Korea University's centennial. It houses a digital library and a number of national treasure-level properties of the Korea University Museum. The building was completed on a site of 21,000m².
0.6 miE
Universities and schools
Ewha Womans University, Seoul
15 min walk • Ewha Womans University is a private women's university in Seoul founded in 1886 by Mary F. Scranton under Emperor Gojong. It was the first university founded in South Korea.
~1800 ftW
Temple
Seoul Korea Temple, Seoul
9 min walk • The Seoul Korea Temple is the 37th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
1.4 miSW
Neighbourhood
Seogang-dong, Seoul
35 min walk • Seogang-dong is a legal dong, neighbourhood of the Mapo-gu district in Seoul, South Korea.
0.9 miSW
Universities and schools
Hongik University, Seoul
23 min walk • Hongik University is a private university in Seoul, South Korea. Founded by an independence activist in 1946, the university is located in Mapo-gu district of central Seoul, South Korea with a second campus in Sejong.
0.6 miS
Universities and schools
Sogang University, Seoul
17 min walk • Sogang University is a private research university in Seoul, South Korea. It was established in 1960 by the Wisconsin Province of the Society of Jesus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Yonsei University?

Nearby attractions include Changcheon-dong, Seoul (5 min walk), Seoul Korea Temple, Seoul (9 min walk), Sinchon, Seoul (9 min walk), Korean VLBI Network, Seoul (10 min walk).

How to get to Yonsei University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Yonsei University:

Bus

Yeonse University Front • Lines: 7720 (3 min walk)
Sinchon Subway Station • Lines: 7011 (9 min walk)

Metro

신촌 • Lines: G·j (8 min walk)
Sinchon • Lines: 2, G·j (10 min walk)

Train

Sangsu (30 min walk)