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Bukchon Hanok Village (with kids)

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Bukchon Hanok Village is 72% Kids-Friendly

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What are the highlights at Bukchon Hanok Village (with kids)?

  1. Walk paved hanok streets safe for families
  2. Dress kids in hanbok for fun photos
  3. Join a hands-on folk painting workshop
  4. Visit Bukchon Museum with free entry for young kids
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How Kids-Friendly is Bukchon Hanok Village?

School-age kids like folk-painting classes and hanbok photo zones, but steep slopes, scarce child-friendly toilets, and the need to stay quiet in residential lanes demand extra parental effort.

Considerations for visiting Bukchon Hanok Village (with kids)

Positives:

  • Free attractions: Most lanes and photo spots are free to explore.
  • Stroller-friendly: Main street is paved and easy for strollers.

Challenges:

  • Narrow alleys: Many side lanes have steps or uneven paths not suitable for strollers.
  • Limited shade: Midday sun can be strong; pack hats and water.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Gives time to walk alleys, try a craft, and rest without rushing young children.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Bukchon Hanok Village

Stroll Bukchon-ro Main Street:

Walk the flat, paved main road lined with hanok houses.

Tip: Use a stroller on the main road but carry kids through narrow side alleys.

Family Hanbok Photo Shoot:

Rent hanbok for adults and children and take photos on historic streets.

Tip: Book a 2-hour rental in advance at Hanboknam to secure matching sizes.

Folk Painting Workshop at Gahoe Museum:

Paint traditional motifs in a family-friendly session in a hanok.

Tip: Reserve spots online and arrive early to choose your favorite station.

Bukchon Museum Visit:

Explore hanok history and use the kids’ hanbok photo zone.

Tip: Buy tickets at the door; children under 7 enter free.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Hanbok rental (2-hour for 4)KRW 60,000
Folk painting workshop (4 participants)KRW 20,000
Bukchon Museum tickets (2 adults)KRW 6,000
Total EstimatedKRW 86,000

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

When is the best time to visit Bukchon Hanok Village?

Spring: spot cherry blossoms in hidden courtyards. Summer: start early to avoid heat in narrow lanes. Autumn: admire autumn foliage on tiled roofs. Winter: see snow-dusted hanok and dress warmly.

How to Maximize Your Visit to Bukchon Hanok Village

  1. Early visit: Arrive by 9 AM to avoid crowds and find good photo spots.
  2. Pick up a map: Get a free village map at the Traditional Culture Center to stay on route.
  3. Snack break: Plan a snack stop near Samcheong-dong after your visit.

Map of Bukchon Hanok Village

Address: Gyedong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

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Reviews of Bukchon Hanok Village

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Ed Tom

Ed Tom

Jun 2025

Please be respectful when you are here! So sad tourist keeps on talking loudly when signs are posted requesting tourist to be respectful when enter a place where local actually lives.. come here early in the morning or late to avoid tons of tourist.! Walked up to the foot o capture that million dollar view of the old with the sky scrapers as the back drops!

Vanessa Tan

Vanessa Tan

May 2025

It’s a gorgeous place to take a nice stroll and just admire the beauty of the houses ~ At the top of the hill is a great place to take a nice shot of the streets with the traditional houses aligned alongside. Do take note that this place is only opened from 10am-5pm due to it being a residential area. It may be crowded at certain times, so do try to keep your voices/noises down to try not to dist...

Hayes Weggeman

Hayes Weggeman

May 2025

Beautiful traditional village with houses that date back 600 years and have been kept up beautifully and are lived in. You can't make noise in the area as residents have complained of over tourism so there are security people stationed in a few places around the village to enforce the no noise policy. The houses are really nice. You have to walk the streets. I did not see any full size cars on th...

Alexandra Bailey

Alexandra Bailey

Apr 2025

The area is as you would imagine, what really elevates it is the peaceful nature and respect visiting people have for it by being quiet and keeping the area clean. It is lovely to see the hanoks being maintained beautifully and the views over some of the city are worth a visit. Please note that on Sundays some of the alley ways close to allow a break from tourist traffic.

Superuser Li

Superuser Li

Apr 2025

It has a great scenery at the top of the small hill. The hill ain't steep so don't worry about your energy. You will pass traditional Korean houses, some of them even have people living in it. Sure good place for photo taking. I very recommended going there.

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About Bukchon Hanok Village

Website

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Phone Number

+82 2-2133-1371

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