2025 Paju-si Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

#JapanFlightEvent There seem to be a lot of people traveling to Sapporo Biei these days. I finally found a winter outing spot in Korea that is famous for its ice walls that look like a winter kingdom!! It's a cabin cafe that can be reached in about 40-60 minutes by car from Seoul, Paju Chorigol164🫶🏽 It's a small but cozy cabin cafe, and there's a lake and ice walls outside, so it's a really charming place. The lake is frozen solid right now, so it's used as an ice sledding hill. (Free for two hours for cafe guests) The ice walls are frozen so beautifully, making them the perfect photo spot! Chorigol164 is recommended for a trip near Seoul🤍 ✔️Since the cafe is so small, I recommend going on a weekday rather than a weekend. (If you go on the weekend, you can drink coffee in the outdoor Mongolian tent.) ✔️Parking available ✔️You can also see alpacas😝🦙 📍Chorrigol164 / Gyeonggi-do, Paju-si, Beopwon-eup, Beopwon-ri 166-2 #Korea #Paju #Chorrigol164 #IceCafe #IceCafeViewCafe #PajuTravel #DomesticTravel #DomesticPlacesToVisit #korea #winter #paju

#Emotional Cafe Sunset life shot taken indoors🌄 #Advertisement Brunch restaurant & photo zone restaurant & view restaurant A huge new cafe in Paju, 'Barirus' It's open until 2 a.m. on weekends, so it's great for a drive and a cup of coffee🚗☕️ The large-scale cafe, which is a whopping 1,200 pyeong, has a sunset media art photo zone, a tree photo zone, and seats decorated with various concepts🤍 It has a variety of bakeries and is a brunch restaurant, so it's great for a light drive and a delicious and pretty meal, so I recommend it as a date spot this weekend👩 ❤️ 👨 📍Barirus ▪️245 Bongseosan-ro, Paju-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do ▪️Mon-Thu, 10:00-21:00 / Fri-Sun, 10:00-02:00 ▪️Large parking lot that can accommodate 300 cars #Barirus #PajuBrunch #PajuCafeRecommendation #PajuLargeCafe #CafeInstagram #PlacesToVisitInPaju #PajuBakeryCafe #SeoulSuburbCafe #CafeTour

This is for those of you who are traveling to South Korea with your children. With this 4-day family travel guide in hand, you can explore all of South Korea with ease! Explore the Seaweed Museum, wear a hanbok and wander around Gyeongbokgung Palace, and end your day with a wonderful hot spring experience. Come along, and let the good times begin! -- 🎈🌍Itinerary: DAY 1: Gyeongbokgung Palace - National Folk Museum of Korea - Cheong Wa Dae - Bukchon Hanok Village - Cheonggyecheon - Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) On this day, we will immerse ourselves in the historical and cultural atmosphere, from the magnificent palaces to the lively folk culture, and finally to the visually pleasing design places at night. DAY 2: Imjingak - Tongin Market Now we will feel the historical atmosphere at Imjingak, and then experience the street life at Tongin Market. DAY 3: Ikseon-dong Hanok Village On the third day, we will explore the ancient buildings that have stood for thousands of years in Ikseon-dong Hanok Village. They are like the marks of time, quietly telling stories of the past. DAY 4: Wolmido - Ihwa Mural Village - Suwon Station Chinatown On the last day, we will travel through the intertwining of nature and art, and enjoy the fun of food on the bustling streets at night. -- Attraction recommendations: 🍀Bukchon Hanok Village🍀 ✨✨✨✨ 📍Address: 37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul ⏰Opening hours: All day ⏳Duration: 2-3 hours Bukchon not only has museums and traditional workshops, but children can also experience traditional Korean crafts such as knotting and folk painting! 🌈Ikseon-dong Hanok Village🌈 ✨✨✨ 📍Address: Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul ⏰Opening hours: Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 10:00-21:00; Wed 11:30-21:00 ⏳Duration: 3-4 hours In Ikseon-dong Hanok Village, traditional Korean architecture and art spaces blend history and art perfectly, making it a great place for family trips. 🎡Wolmido🎡 ✨✨✨ 📍Address: 36, Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon ⏰Opening hours: All day ⏳Duration: 3 hours Wolmido is famous for its small amusement park with Apollo Disco and pirate ships, making it a great place for family trips. 🎨Ihwa Mural Village🎨 ✨✨✨ 📍Address: Ihwa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul ⏰Opening hours: All day ⏳Duration: 2-3 hours We recommend the Ihwa Mural Village tour, where you can explore creative works such as Q-version Avengers murals and 3D murals! -- 📱Travel essentials: Communication devices Of course, the most important things are your phone and camera. We need to show off our photos of our trip to South Korea on social media, right? Don't forget to bring a plug adapter and a power bank. Different countries have different plug specifications, and we don't want to find out that our phone is out of power when we need it the most. 📑Travel essentials: Documents The documents you need are your passport and a South Korean visa. You don't want to find out that you forgot your visa when you reach the border. Of course, you also need your flight information, hotel information, and itinerary. 👗Travel essentials: Clothing The weather in South Korea in December is very cold, so prepare a down jacket, hat, gloves, and scarf. Dress warmly when you go out to take beautiful photos and have a good mood. 💄Travel essentials: Personal daily necessities Don't forget your toiletries. Although many hotels provide them, it's always better to use your own. In addition, don't forget to bring tissues, wet wipes, sunscreen, sun hats, and mosquito repellent. 💊Travel essentials: Common medicines Oh, and don't forget to bring some common medicines, such as stomach medicine if you are not used to Korean food, motion sickness medicine if you get carsick, painkillers, band-aids, and other small items. These may be small, but they can be very useful in critical moments. -- That's all for my trip to South Korea~ Let me know what you think, and I look forward to the next wonderful journey! 😉🙌

Gyeonggi-do, a hidden gem in the heart of Korea On this bright winter day, I finally had the opportunity to visit Take a day to explore Gyeonggi-do's lesser-known travel routes Let me experience the charming natural scenery and authentic food experience The scenery at night is even more unique Filled with warmth and yet full of fireworks . 📍1-day tour of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea CityWalk itinerary Gyeonggi-do Peace World Park➡DMZ Imjingak➡Gimpo Art Village-Hanok Village➡Suwon Starfield Library➡Seoul Land 🛎Transportation and accommodation Starting from Songnaegak Goyang Hotel in Goyang City, the whole journey takes less than half an hour to reach the first stop and start the trip. It takes 2 hours from Seoul to Gyeonggi-do Peace World Park . 📸Recommended photo opportunities in Gyeonggi-do 1⃣Imjingak Peace World & DMZ It is a symbol of peace and unification on the Korean Peninsula. The park has vast lawns, monuments and sculptures where you can check in and take photos. The Imjingak Pavilion preserves war relics, and you can take the Peace Cable Car to overlook the Imjin River and the demilitarized zone. It is an important place to experience history and peace, and it is also a great place for light hiking outdoors. Address: 2017 - 2⃣Suwon Starry Sky Library The Starfield Library is a must-visit place for book lovers when visiting Korea! It has a 4-story starry sky theme design, with towering bookshelves and natural light pouring in through the glass skylight, so you can enjoy the stars at night. This is not only an ocean of knowledge, but also a place of art and culture Address: 175, Seoul, Seoul - 3⃣Gimpo Art Village-Hanok Village It is an art village that gathers many traditional Korean houses. The traditional Korean architecture is preserved here. You can experience the traditional lifestyle, appreciate the historical and cultural charm, feel the traditional Korean architecture and cultural art, and look forward to the snow and sunset. Address: 김포아트빌리지 - 4⃣Seoul Land The largest theme park in Korea, it has exhibition areas of various countries in the world, the three thousand li Dongshan of Korean traditional beauty, etc. Recently, there are various Christmas activities, which is an ideal place to play. Address: 102, Dongcheon-do, Seoul - What to eat in Gyeonggi-do! The must-visit eel rice, cold noodles, Anseong Korean beef, freshwater fish spicy soup, Suwon ribs, blood sausage, tofu soup, fried chicken and other interesting Gyeonggi-do delicacies

#seoultravel I have been to many places in the city center of South Korea, but this time it was special, I came to the **DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) ** Panmunjom on the border of Seoul, South Korea🏞️. This is a place full of historical significance📜. Panmunjeom is located near the 3/8th parallel between North and South Korea. It is the place where the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed at the end of the Korean War in 1953✍️. The demilitarized zone here is 248 kilometers long and about 4 kilometers wide. North and South Korea each retreated 2 kilometers, forming a special buffer zone🔒. The atmosphere here is both mysterious and tense😟, which makes people feel the weight of history⚖️. During the visit, I learned about the relationship between the two places🌐. After joining the one-day tour, I had the opportunity to walk into this historical place and saw many tourists learning about the war stories here👥📖. Although DMZ is a niche attraction, its uniqueness and profound historical background make it a must-visit place when traveling in Seoul🌟. This trip to the DMZ gave me a deeper understanding of Korean history📚, and also made me think about the importance of peace🕊️🤝. I look forward to having more opportunities to explore this land full of stories in the future! ✨🌈

#hikingtrails #100WaysOfTravel Come hike with me to Imjingak Park and come to this wonderful city in Gyeonggi province. It is the last places of interests destination before entering DMZ. This park is created to commemorate the history and culture of both North and South Korea. This area is huge and only a small area has been dedicated to host all the monuments so if you want to skip this memorial park in your hiking trail is ok too. Many locals and tourists will alight here to visit these monuments and you always can see them resting inside the sheltered area and enjoying the elevated views. #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

#hikingtrails #100WaysOfTravel Come hike with me to Paju Train station and come to this wonderful city in Gyeonggi province. This station has been replicated as part of the monuments and has become a hiking and visiting destination within the park of Imjingak Park. Visitors can enter here and hike up the area or use transport and park at the nearest car park. This is the gateway to DMZ if you are part of the day tour. It is a great hiking trail as you can visit and explore the monuments along the way and there are plenty of rest stop facilities. Do check the weather and air quality before setting out. #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

#hikingtrails #100WaysOfTravel Come hike with me to Imjingak Park and come to this Mangbaedan Altar. It is a nice hiking trail and also ok for driving. It is easier to drive and park then continue to hike over. If not it is going to be tough with the incline slope. This is an altar monument just right before the DMZ zone. So you need to have a permit to enter and a travel agency can do this admin work to enter DMZ. It is also a significant place for North and South Koreans to come here to pay their respects. As for the tourists, we can also treat it as a hiking and sightseeing at this special location. #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

#outdooradventures #100WaysOfTravel This place at Gamaksan Suspension Bridge is always an optional activity for those who are going to DMZ for day tour. I will recommend you to select this as it is a super easy hike for low to moderate fitness level. The view here from the suspension bridge is awesome and you do not really have to cross the entire bridge. The bridge is suspended on both of the cliffs, with an high elevation from the mountains below. There are no signs on the maximum weight load in English but you definitely can feel the bridge is shaking especially when there are more people on the bridge. Bring your sunscreen and enjoy this easy hike to Gamaksan Suspension Bridge. #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

#photolocation #100WaysOfTravel This is the most popular place to take photo at Gamaksan because all the tour buses and cars will have to drive through here. This area has been beautified so beautifully and you have many non-hikers coming here to enjoy the scenic views. There are also convenience stores and bistro too so you can enjoy a cup of coffee while resting here. On clear days, you can see Gamaksan clearly from below. There are also many cherry blossoms trees here when you come in spring. If you have a chance for a day trip, remember to include Gamaksan Suspension Bridge into your itinerary. #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

#outdooradventures #100WaysOfTravel The best time to visit Gamaksan is during spring and autumn when you can enjoy nice weather and sweat lesser. Get your hiking gear ready with good pair of shoes and you are ready to continue the hike on Gamaksan. The forest trail route is marked clearly and stairs are also built here. There are some steep slopes and if you have a hiking pole then you can also use it to assist you. Many hikers who hike up to Gamaksan will continue hiking towards the Viewing Observatory. There is a shelter area and you can take a break here and enjoy panoramic views of Gamaksan. #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

A flower cafe with beautiful flowers adorning the ceiling😍😍. Not only flowers, but the cafe space where you can drink coffee is also well-decorated with green interiors. It's very suitable for spending a healing time. We recommend buying a colorful flower bouquet and enjoying your coffee time😊😊. 🔹️Cafe Bosco 260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

I often visit art exhibitions with my children. My kids are particularly interested in exhibitions that showcase the world of Yayoi Kusama's works. I found the works of domestic artists on the third floor to be fascinating. The exhibitions change seasonally, featuring a wide range of artists, allowing us to discover many different creators. I highly recommend indoor dates at exhibitions. 🔹️Mimesis Art Museum 🚩253 Munbal-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

First Garden in Paju is a family outing spot that has everything from gardens and indoor botanical gardens to children's amusement parks, challenge courses, and even a zoo on a vast land of 30,000 pyeong. There were many family visitors, perhaps because there are various activities for children. It seems to be a place full of things to see and enjoy in any season. 🔹️First Garden 🚩260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Taking the Jayu-ro, which has almost no traffic congestion, you will arrive at First Garden, a famous date spot near Seoul. It has a magnificent garden and a huge cafe, making it perfect for a drive. It's an ideal place for couples to go on a date. ● First Garden ➡️ 260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do ➡️ Perfect for a drive date spot near Seoul!

If you were to pick the most beautiful park in Paju, I would recommend First Garden, which is beautifully decorated in a Western-style garden. Spanning a massive 20,000 pyeong, every corner is adorned with picturesque photo spots, giving you the feeling of being abroad. When the lights are turned on in the evening, it shows a different charm, making it attractive both day and night. 🔹️First Garden 🚩260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Introducing a wonderful book cafe with a great atmosphere for those who want to spend time reading alone and reflecting. It's the Mimesis Cafe located in the Paju Publishing Complex. Situated on the first floor of a building that showcases the beauty of curves, you can enjoy the green scenery outside and read the provided books to your heart's content. Highly recommended for those who want to read alone in a cafe^^ 🔹️Mimesis Cafe 🚩1st Floor, 253 Munbal-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

If I had to pick the coolest place in Paju, I would definitely recommend the Mimesis Art Museum. You can enjoy amazing artworks in a space designed by a famous architect. We visited the Mimesis Art Museum as an indoor date spot during the hot summer vacation with the kids. A new exhibition starts in August, making it even more worth a visit. Take your family to the Mimesis Art Museum for a great outing!^^ 🔹️Mimesis Art Museum 🚩253 Munbal-ro, Paju, Gyeonggi-do

The Mimesis Art Museum, a masterpiece by Álvaro Siza, a renowned Portuguese architect. The harmony of straight and curved lines in its exterior is truly captivating. The interior is uniquely designed to maximize natural light, allowing the artworks to stand out with minimal artificial lighting. Enjoy and appreciate this magnificent space to your heart's content! 🔹️Mimesis Art Museum 🚩253 Munbal-ro, Paju, Gyeonggi-do

You can freely read a variety of books from the famous publisher Open Books at the Mimesis Art Museum's first-floor cafe. The spacious area allows you to enjoy a more comfortable and pleasant reading environment than most libraries. Spend some healing time with a book while gazing at the beautiful lawn through the large windows. 🔹️Mimesis Art Museum Cafe 🚩253 Munbal-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Introducing a unique driving spot filled with modern and contemporary buildings. It's the Paju Book City in Paju. As companies related to the publishing industry have moved in, many spaces with literary and artistic sensibilities have emerged. If you want to see a lot of modern architecture in contemporary society, visit Paju Book City. 🔹️Paju Book City 🚩Munbal-dong, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Introducing a garden cafe where you won't feel lonely even if you're alone because you can enjoy a wonderful view. This cafe has huge floor-to-ceiling windows on the second floor, allowing you to fully appreciate the garden outside. It was remodeled from an existing restaurant into a fantastic cafe. If you want to enjoy this time alone in a cafe, visit Cafe Bosco. 🔹️Bosco 🚩260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

A perfect outing spot for families on a hot summer day, the newly opened media art museum in Paju, Museum Hey, satisfies the tastes of both adults and children. The museum features a variety of media art exhibits, from magnificent and grand displays to cute and lovely animal-shaped media art. It is highly recommended as an indoor date spot to visit with children. 🔹️Museum Hey 🚩885-43 Pyeonghwa-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Introducing a new, massive café near Seoul that's perfect for couples. Café Bosco offers a stunning view of a 20,000-pyeong garden. You can enjoy a wonderful café date while gazing at a beautiful Western-style garden that makes you feel like you're in Europe. It's the perfect spot for couples to take memorable photos 🙂🙂 🔹️Café Bosco 🚩260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do ✔️Located right in front of First Garden ✔️Most tables offer a garden view

Under the arched windows, there is a huge Western-style garden at Bosco, a massive cafe in Paju. The garden view is so stunning that it alone will make your visit worthwhile. Additionally, there's First Garden next to the cafe, which is perfect for family outings. Take some memorable photos at this beautiful garden-view cafe. 🔹️Cafe Bosco 🚩260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju, Gyeonggi-do

If the gardening shop is this beautiful, I would tend to flowers and pots every day😊😊 Located in Paju First Garden, Floralia sells beautiful flowers and clay pots in an interior that feels like Europe, creating scenes straight out of a movie. In the center, there's a table photo zone among the flowers, perfect for taking lovely life photos. Flower lovers should definitely visit this place. 🔹️Floralia 🚩260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

I went to Majang Reservoir in Korea! This place is full of nature and is the perfect place to refresh yourself. It was a little cloudy when I visited, but I was very happy to see the blue sky by the time I left. The combination of blue sky and lake is the best! 🌞 When I crossed the suspension bridge over the lake, I was a little scared to see the lake below from my feet, but it was also a fun experience. The view of the lake from the bridge was really beautiful and my heart was cleansed ️🩵 The lake was very beautiful, and the surrounding nature created a wonderful view. The view reflected on the surface of the lake was also exceptional, and I wanted to look at it forever. There is a promenade around the lake, and there are plenty of things to see besides the suspension bridge☺️ 📍Location: Majang Reservoir Majang Lake 481-1, Gyeonggi-do, Gyeonggi-do **How ​​to get there** Public transport: Subway and bus: Get off at Gupabal Station on Seoul Metropolitan Subway Line 4 → Take bus 704 and get off at Bukhananseong Station → Transfer to bus 365-2 and get off at Majang Lake Entrance The journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes Car: About 1 hour by car from downtown Seoul There is also free parking near the lake. Majang Reservoir is a wonderful spot where you can experience the beauty of nature and a little thrill. Please come and visit! 📸🌿💕 #KoreaTrip #MajangReservoir #BeautyOfNature #SuspensionBridge #Refreshment #0YenTrip #DayTripFromSeoul #OverseasTrip #Korea #AmazingView

#Gyeonggi-do travel #Bakery cafe #Cafe tour #Paju travel #Paju outlet 🌴 A leisurely Paju bakery cafe tour where you can photosynthesize while enjoying the clear and bright sunlight 😌 📍 Our Bakery Paju Shinsegae Premium Outlet Branch: 200 Pilseung-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do 📍 Business hours: 10:30~21:00 / Open all year round 🌞 Introducing ‘Our Bakery Paju Premium Outlet Branch’, a bakery cafe with a wonderful outdoor terrace with good sunlight! It is a branch that is architecturally very stylish and modern, and it is a charming place with indoor seats with glass windows and an outdoor terrace space! It is a place where you can create a resort atmosphere in the outlet market, and the sculptural effect of the stepped slope building was beautiful. 🍀 The bakery items and coffee are really delicious, and if you want to spend some leisurely time while shopping, I recommend visiting ‘Our Bakery’! 💚