Published Date : Sep 01, 2018 / Edited Date : Jul 17, 2024
Clean air and clean water, a beautiful resting area in the heart of the city
This walking tour takes visitors on a stroll down Cheonggyecheon (Cheonggye Stream), an 11km long modern stream that runs through downtown Seoul. Created as part of an urban renewal project, Cheonggyecheon is a restoration of the stream that was once there before 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 (Han River), with many attractions along its length. The tour then proceeds to Dongdaemun Design Plaza & Park, the future of design and leisure in Seoul.
Walking Tour Details
Route
Cheonggye Plaza
Gwangtonggyo
Samilgyo
Supyogyo
Saebyeokdari
Gwangjang Market
Length of tour
2hours
Meeting Place
In front of Subway Line 5 Gwanghwamun Station, Exit 5
Course Tip
Experience programs offered by museums are not included in the walking tour. Participation in experience programs must be done individually once the tour is over.
The two main attractions of Cheonggye Plaza are the “Spring” Tower and the Candlelight Fountain. “Spring” is a sculpture by Swedish pop artist, Claes Oldenburg and serves as a striking backdrop for the wide variety of cultural events held at theplaza.The Candlelight Fountain is a 4 m long, two-layered waterfall that flows into the stream, and marks the start of Cheonggyecheon’s flowing current towards the Hangang. Candlelight Fountain is particularly stunning at night with its multi-coloredilluminations.
Gwangtonggyo (Gwangtong Bridge)
Designated as Historic Site No. 10, Gwangtonggyo was the largest of Cheonggyecheon's bridges during the Joseon Dynasty, but it was buried underground during the country's post-war economic development. Recently restored to its former glory, Gwangtonggyohasan old-fashioned charm which makes it one of the most photogenic places on the stream and very popular with tourists.
Samilgyo (Samil Bridge)
This bridge was named in commemoration of the Samil Movement, or the March 1st Movement, one of the earliest public displays of Korean resistance during the Japanese occupation of the Korea.
Supyogyo (Supyo Bridge)
As one of the most famous bridges along the Cheonggyecheon along with Gwangtonggyo, Supyogyo was built in 1420 (the 2nd year of King Sejong). At that time, the bridge was called “Majeongyo,” as it was near a horse market (“majeon” in Korean). Itwasrenamed “Supyogyo” when a water marker was erected beside the bridge in 1441 (the 23rd year of King Sejong) to measure the water level of Cheonggyecheon.
Saebyeokdari (Dawn Bridge)
Saebyeokdari is a pedestrian bridge that was designed to reflect the nostalgia for the vitality of the early morning market. ("Saebyeok” means "dawn" in Korean).
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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)
