Muak-dong, Seoul

Name: Muak-dong
Address: Seoul, South Korea

#417 among attractions in Seoul

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Muak-dong is a dong, neighbourhood of Jongno-gu in Seoul, South Korea. ()

Alternative names: Area: 88.96 acres (0.139 mi²)Coordinates: 37°34'30"N, 126°57'29"E

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종로구 (무악동)Seoul South Korea

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Muak-dong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyeonghuigung, Gwanghwamun, Sejongno, Seodaemun Independence Park.

0.6 miSE
Historic palace with an adjacent museum
Gyeonghuigung, Seoul
16 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...
1 miE
Imposing gate at Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gwanghwamun, Seoul
27 min walk • Gwanghwamun is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, located in Seoul, South Korea. Serving as a landmark historical site, this majestic gate stands as a proud emblem of the city's rich heritage and dynastic past.
1 miE
Museum, Art gallery
Sejongno, Seoul
26 min walk • Sejongno, a prominent thoroughfare in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, stands as a testament to the country's rich history and modern development. Stretching through the Jongno District, this street is named after King Sejong the Great, a revered ruler known for his...
~660 ftSW
Park
Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul
4 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...
0.9 miE
Collection of Joseon Dynasty artifacts
National Palace Museum of Korea, Seoul
24 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...
~600 ftW
Prison history museum in 1908 jail
Seodaemun Prison, Seoul
3 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.
0.8 miSE
Exhibits on the history of the city
Seoul Museum of History, Seoul
20 min walk • Seoul Museum of History is a history museum located in Sinmunno 1 ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Seoul was the capital of the Joseon Dynasty, and the Museum depicts the evolution from its prehistoric period to the city it is today.
~1080 ftSE
Historical place
Independence Gate, Seoul
6 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 miN
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.
~1460 ftN
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Inwangsa, Seoul
8 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.
0.6 miW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Bongwonsa, Seoul
15 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Muak-dong?

Nearby attractions include Seodaemun Prison, Seoul (3 min walk), Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul (4 min walk), Independence Gate, Seoul (6 min walk), Inwangsa, Seoul (8 min walk).

How to get to Muak-dong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Muak-dong:

Metro

Dongnimmun • Lines: 3 (1 min walk)
Muakjae • Lines: 3 (17 min walk)

Bus

Seoul History Museum/Gyeonghuigung Palace • Lines: 160, 260, 270, 271, 273, 370, 470, 471, 600, 702, 710, 720, 721, 9701, N26, N37 (21 min walk)
Seoul History Museum.Gyeonghuigung Palace • Lines: 471, 702, 720, 9701, N37 (21 min walk)