Experts' Choice Award Bukchon Hanok Village
What the experts agree on
Wandering Bukchon's maze-like lanes reveals nearly 900 traditional hanok houses, offering a rare glimpse of old Seoul amid shops, galleries, and peaceful courtyard gardens.
“With its labyrinthine street and rustic stone and clay houses, Bukchon is one of the few places to get a glimpse of old Seoul.”
– Fodor's
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Meaning ‘North Village’, Bukchon, between Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, is home to around 900 hanok, Seoul’s largest concentration of these traditional Korean homes." Full review
Afar Magazine "Seoul's Bukchon neighborhood still has a plentiful supply of traditional courtyard gardens... all offer respite from the nonstop pace of the South Korean capital." Full review
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Head north, then wander the hilly side streets between Gyeongbok and Changdeok Palaces.
Afar Magazine "If you want to get down to the authentic (and stylish) meal experience in Seoul, try the traditional Korean dishes – the ensemble called Hanjeongsik at Bukchon Hanok Village." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This charming neighbourhood, whose streets are lined with shops, restaurants and art galleries, is well worth a trip." Full review
Afar Magazine "To catch a glimpse of ancient Seoul, head to Bukchon Hanok Village." Full review
Independent "Charming Bukchon Hanok Village, towards the north of town, is filled with traditional Korean houses that miraculously survived the Korean War bombings of the 1950s."
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Due to large visitor numbers, there are now many “keep silent” signs and local residents patrolling to enforce a “low noise” attitude, so do be mindful of their concerns.
"Then wander over to the Bukchon Hanok Village to see hundreds of traditional 'hanok' Korean houses and buildings. Today these buildings operate as teahouses, guesthouses, shops, museum..."
Time Out "Anyone who’s been to Bukchon will agree that there is no better way than walking to fully immerse oneself in the area's old charms. Comprised of a cluttered network of narrow alleyways..." Full review
Lonely Planet "Graceful sloping roofs, ornate tiles and colorful dancheong (intricate paintwork under the eaves of Korean palaces) come together to create the traditional Korean house, called hanok...."
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