Jongro-gu, Seoul
Description:
Cheongwadae Sarangchae is a space to learn about Korean culture and the history of former Korean presidents.
Seochon Village, literally meaning west village, is named in reference to its location west of Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Cheongwadae Sarangchae
CheongWaDae Sarangchae is a place where visitors can take a quick look at the footsteps of past presidents and the history of the development of the capital city of Seoul, focusing on Cheong Wa Dae, the heart of modern history of the Republic of Korea’s modern history.
Seochon Village
Seochon, near Sarangchae, Cheong Wa Dae, means “situated west of Gyeongbokgung Palace” has a hidden hanok in every alley, and small galleries, cafes and restaurants, including Daelim Museum of Art.
Cheongwadae Sarangchae]
Managing Organization
Korea Tourism Organization
Program Information
Educational program for elementary school students: ‘I am the future president’
Every Wednesday 15:00 and Saturday 9:30 (approx. 2 hour program).
Reservation through the official website required.
Exhibition Hall Information
1F: Korea Tourism Exhibit Hall, Special Exhibit Hall, Souvenir Shop, Lounge (Cafe & Korean Food Promotion Hall)
2F: Cheongwadae Hall and Special Exhibit Hall
Facilities for the Handicapped
Wheelchair rental service, toilet for the disabled
Subsidiary Facilities
Gift shop, cafe, rest area
Restrooms
Available
Admission / Participation Fees
Free
Baby Stroller Rentals
Available
Parking Facilities
East parking lot of Gyeongbokgung Palace
– Inquiry: +82-2-720-7595
Parking Fee
Small cars (16 seats or less): 2,000 won for the first two hours.
Medium and large cars (more than 16 seats): 4,000 won for the first two hours.
Additional 500 won for every 15 minutes thereafter.
– Inquiries +82-2-720-7595
Foreign Language Intepretation Services
[Exhibition explanation]
English 10:00 / 14:00
Chinese 10:00 / 14:00
Japanese 12:00 / 16:00
– Phone-reservation required at least 3 days before for group visitors (up to 30 people) or for request for a docent.
– Reservation center is closed on every Monday.
– Inquiries: +82-2-729-0300