Daegaksa, Seoul

Name: Daegaksa
Address: Seoul, South Korea
Telephone: +82 2 765 0972

#227 among attractions in Seoul

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Daegaksa is a Buddhist temple of the Jogye Order in Seoul, South Korea. It is located in Bongik 2-dong in the Jongno-gu area of the city. ()

Coordinates: 37°34'25"N, 126°59'31"E

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종로구 (종로1.2.3.4가동)Seoul South Korea

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+82 2 765 0972

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Gwangjang Market, Unhyeongung.

0.6 miN
Joseon dynasty palace and gardens
Changdeokgung, Seoul
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0.4 miNE
Vernacular architecture, Palace
Changgyeonggung, Seoul
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, lies Changgyeonggung Palace, a historic site that whispers tales of royalty and tradition. This palace, one of the lesser-known among the Five Grand Palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty, offers a serene escape from the...
0.5 miSE
Shopping, Market
Gwangjang Market, Seoul
14 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...
~1630 ftNW
Royal and political palace residence
Unhyeongung, Seoul
8 min walk • Unhyeongung, a lesser-known yet historically significant palace nestled in the bustling heart of Seoul, South Korea, offers visitors a glimpse into the country’s regal past. This cultural gem once served as the residence of Heungseon Daewongun, the father of King...
0.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping district, Market
Bangsan Market, Seoul
16 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...
~770 ftSE
Shrine to Joseon dynasty kings and queens
Jongmyo, Seoul
4 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.
0.5 miW
Main Buddhist temple and grand main hall
Jogyesa, Seoul
14 min walk • Jogyesa is a serene oasis of calm in the bustling heart of Seoul, South Korea. As the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, it stands as a spiritual center amidst the urban sprawl, offering a glimpse into the country's rich religious heritage.
0.7 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Shopping
Art Sonje Center, Seoul
18 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.
~1390 ftSW
Pagoda, Buddhist architecture
Wongaksa Pagoda, Seoul
7 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 miSW
Bridge
31 Building, Seoul
12 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.
~1450 ftSW
Public park with 10-story, stone pagoda
Tapgol Park, Seoul
7 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 Daegaksa?

Nearby attractions include Tteok Museum, Seoul (3 min walk), Jongmyo, Seoul (4 min walk), Wongaksa Pagoda, Seoul (7 min walk), Tapgol Park, Seoul (7 min walk).

How to get to Daegaksa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Daegaksa:

Metro

Jongno 3-ga • Lines: 1, 3, 5 (6 min walk)
Anguk • Lines: 3 (10 min walk)

Bus

Wonnamdong • Lines: 106 (8 min walk)
Jongno 2 Ga • Lines: 9300, M4101 (11 min walk)