Jongno-gu, Seoul
Ikseon-dong Hanok Alleys to Jongmyo Shrine
0.9 km15 minEasy
Wander the narrow hanok alleys of Ikseon-dong, now full of small cafes and shops, then continue east to the gate of Jongmyo Shrine. A good walk to combine with a coffee stop.
Before you go
- Start: nearest subway
- Anguk Station (Line 3) · about 380 m
- Finish: nearest subway
- Jongno 3-ga Station (Line 1, Line 3, Line 5) · about 380 m
- Good to know
- Narrow hanok alleys with small cafés and shops; good for a walk with a cup of coffee.
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The route
- StartNagwon Arcade
- Stop 1Ikseon-dong Hanok Alleys
- FinishJongmyo Shrine
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