Cheong Wa Dae
Cheong Wa Dae is the presidential residence and grounds in Sejong-no, Jongno-gu. Since opening in 2022, tourism demand for the main building, guest house, and gardens is very heavy; admission is by reservation.
The site was the rear garden of Gyeongbokgung in the Joseon period; used as the presidential residence during the Japanese and government periods, it opened to the public after the presidential office moved in 2022.
Presidential residence, gardens, and Gyeongbokgung backdrop in one place; domestic and international tourists are steady. Real-time population is very high on weekends and holidays.
Subway Line 3 Gyeongbokgung. City bus to Cheong Wa Dae and Gyeongbokgung. Walking to Gyeongbokgung and Gwanghwamun Square. Reservation required for Cheong Wa Dae visit.