All experiencesDay Trips
DMZ Half-Day
The border, the tunnel and the observatory — back in Seoul in time for a late lunch.
- Duration
- 7h
- Group size
- Up to 16
- Available in
- English · 日本語 · 繁體中文 · Русский
- Hours & start times
- Start times: 08:00 AM · Closed Mon
Book at least 12 hours ahead · Confirmed by email within 24 hours
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Overview
The DMZ is the one place most visitors say changed how they think about Korea. We go early to beat the queue at the Third Tunnel, stop at Dora Observatory, and get back into Seoul in time for a late lunch. Bring your passport — you cannot enter without it.
Highlights
- Third Infiltration Tunnel
- Dora Observatory
- Imjingak Park
- Back in Seoul by 2pm
What's included
- Round-trip transport
- All entrance fees
- Guide
Not included
- Lunch
- Passport (required — bring your own)
Know before you go
- Bring your physical passport — a photo or a copy is not accepted at the military checkpoint
- Departure is at 08:00 sharp; the bus cannot wait
- The Third Tunnel is a 350 m walk down a steep slope with low ceilings — a helmet is provided
- Dress modestly and wear closed shoes: no ripped jeans, sleeveless tops or sandals
- The route can change or close at short notice for security reasons; in that case we refund the affected part
- Back in central Seoul around 14:00
Who can join
Minimum age 11
- Passport required at the checkpoint
- Minimum age 11
- Not suitable for guests with heart conditions, claustrophobia or mobility issues (steep tunnel walk)
- Citizens of some countries need advance clearance — tell us your nationality when booking
Meeting point & location
City Hall Station, Exit 5 — the EASTORY bus waits on the street outside
City Hall Station Exit 5, Jung-gu, Seoul
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start