Published Date : Dec 03, 2014 / Edited Date : Sep 13, 2024
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Cheonggyecheon Stream is an 11 km-long stream that runs through downtown Seoul. Created as part of an urban renewal project, Cheonggyecheon Stream is a restoration of the stream that was once there during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The stream was covered with an elevated highway after the Korean War (1950-1953), as part of the country's post-war economic development. Then in 2003, the elevated highway was removed to restore the stream to its present form today. The stream starts from Cheonggye Plaza, a popular cultural arts venue, and passes under a total of 22 bridges before flowing into the Hangang River, with many attractions along the way.
Cheonggyecheon’s turbulent history is on display at the Cheonggyecheon Museum, which opened in September 2005. The museum offers visitors the chance to learn about the many changes the stream has seen, including being buried underground and being restored. The story is told with the help of a scale-model and period photographs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheonggyecheon Stream
Yes. The Cheonggyecheon Stream promenade is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, in the case of rain, access may be restricted for safety reasons.
There are a total of 11 subway stations connected to Cheonggyecheon Stream: City Hall Station (Subway Line 1, 2), Jonggak Station, Jongno 3-ga Station, Jongno 5-ga Station, Dongdaemun Station, Dongmyo Station, Sinseol-dong Station (Subway Line 1), Eulji-ro 1-ga Station, Eulji-ro 3-ga Station, Eulji-ro 4-ga Station, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station, Yongdu Station (Subway Line 2).
We visited Cheonggyecheon Stream as part of our walking tour with Jessie at MySeoulTrip. The stream is picturesque and we found it perfect for walking and relaxing. It provided a much-needed reprieve...
3DMatrix2024-12-14
Time can be spent somewhere else?
I do not think it is particularly interesting to me, but it maybe good to walk along the stream in a hot summer nights. Time can be spent better somewhere else?
OntarioTraveler92024-12-08
Nothing really to "see" but a nice place to hang out
I was expecting a long walk along a river with random art work along the way - not sure why. In reality, we only found about 2 blocks to walk and there was nothing really to "look" at - that said, if...
Fiona S2024-11-27
Do not bother in late November
On a weekday in late November, it is really not the place you would like to come. I can imagine that it could look completely different in hot temperatures, but in late autumn it is quiet and not...
ManaPet2024-11-18
Place to cool down
A good place to cool down in the summer heat. You can put your feet in the water and sometimes people sing there. It’s a great place to take a walk or to sit down.
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예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
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Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
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