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Goseong Unification Observatory

Goseong Unification Observatory

고성 통일전망타워 · Gangwon · Viewpoints

The Goseong Unification Observatory stands as the northernmost observatory in South Korea. It provides panoramic views of the DMZ, the East Sea, and North Korea's Geumgangsan Mountain. Established as a symbol of hope for the reunification of the Korean Peninsula, it features an exhibition hall dedicated to educating visitors about the Korean War (1950-1953). Due to its location near the DMZ, visitors must bring an ID, such as a passport or foreigner resident card, for entry.

TypeViewpoints
RegionGangwon
Address481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
Hours[March 1 - July 14 / August 21 - October 31] 09:00-16:50 · [July 15 - August 20] 09:00-17:50 · [November 1 - February 28] 09:00-15:50
ClosedN/A (open all year round) · * 2025 scheduled closed dates: Jan 6, 20 / Feb 3, 17 / Mar 17, 31 · * Subject to close without advance notice due to unforseen circumstances; check in advance before visiting.
ParkingAvailable
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Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

Within walking distance

Unification Security Park (통일안보공원)
right next door

Unification Security Park

Daejinhang Port (대진항)
1.8 km away

Daejinhang Port

Hwajinpo Beach (화진포해수욕장)
4.0 km away

Hwajinpo Beach

Villa of Rhee Syngman (이승만별장(고성))
5.1 km away

Villa of Rhee Syngman

Castle at Hwajinpo (화진포의 성(김일성별장))
5.2 km away

Castle at Hwajinpo

Villa of Lee Ki-poong (이기붕별장)
5.2 km away

Villa of Lee Ki-poong

Goseong DMZ Museum (고성DMZ 박물관)
7.5 km away

Goseong DMZ Museum

Hani Lavender Farm (하늬라벤더팜)
18 km away

Hani Lavender Farm