Aegibong Peace Ecopark: DMZ's Unique Starbucks

Explore Aegibong Peace Ecopark and Jogang Observatory, glimpse North Korea, and enjoy a unique Starbucks experience in a historic, symbolic setting.

Duration: 4 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Aegibong Peace Eco Park - Aegibong is renowned as a destination frequently visited by displaced individuals. Following the Korean War, many who were displaced longed for their homes and came to Aegibong to catch a glimpse of their hometowns. It is also well-known for the Starbucks café located at the observatory.
    The original observatory,…
What's Included
  • Professional Tour guide (optional)
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Passport requirements
What's Not Included
  • Tea and coffee
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Additional Information

Explore the distinctive Starbucks located at Aegibong Peace Ecopark and Jogang Observatory within the Civilian Control Zone, nearest to the DMZ.
Experience a view of North Korea from the observatory, just 1.4 km away!
Aegibong Peace Ecopark, originally known as Hill 154, was a significant battleground during the Korean War, situated at the confluence of…

Location
Myeong-dong Station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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K4212hcgeorgem
Jun 18, 2025
Great no nonsense DMZ tour with knowledgeable and friendly guide.Don't be put off by the low number of reviews! - We booked this tour for the shorter duration compared to other DMZ tours and we weren't disappointed. We were picked up promptly and headed over to Aegibong where our host/guide Dragon sat with us on the back of the bus and went through all of the history around our trip to the DMZ. He was knowledgeable, friendly and was happy to chat with us throughout the tour. Also the actual observatory was fantastic, it is a lot less busy than the other traditional DMZ tours and you aren't out for 10 hours. We had great views of North Korea and it was a pretty surreal experience. Thanks again Dragon we would do more tours with this company in the future.
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Kyumana
Jun 6, 2025
DMZ Observatory - Great for a quick getaway from Seoul to the DMZ. If you're looking for something simple and no effort, this is it. Thomas is first class.
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Ihtseng
Jun 3, 2025
Enjoyable and memorable trip - This trip was the perfect length with no extra fluff. Seeing the North Korea scenery (and also North Koreans!) while drinking a cup of Starbucks is kind of surreal. Dragon is a knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. He explained the Korean history clearly. He also answered our questions. Definitely recommended.
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David_j
May 25, 2025
Friendly and informative - My brother-in law and I enjoyed Thomas as our tour guide. He gave us interesting insights about the DMZ zone and shared his personal experiences of being a South Korean in the context of how the devision of his country has impacted his family generationally. He’s very generous with his time and stayed with us the entire tour to answer questions. The tour was well organized with easy pick-up and transportation to and from.
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Ssyatri
May 18, 2025
Thank you Thomas ! - This was a wonderful experience ! North Korea is clearly visible on a sunny day. The whole area around the observatory and peace park is lovely . Thanks to Thomas our wonderful guide ! He explained everything politely and patiently . Would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see North Korea and not spend a whole day .
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Markkxldor
May 6, 2025
Interesting experience - SHIN is a new guide but he did not like that. Very knowledgeable and kind personality too! The place is very interesting, a new dimension of the buffer zone and the relation of the countries... My thought was - what if the 2 nations would share a coffee and just chat together in that Starbucks? That would be nice! Just like Esztergom and Parkany, which also have just and river (and for now a bridge) between them. Let love build a bridge between the 2 Koreas too, would be nice to see!
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Georger2877
Mar 21, 2025
Great city escape to the peaceful and claiming Ecopark with a DMZ Observatory - Stella did an outstanding job in allowing me to dive into the history as well as modern-day culture on our way to the Aegibong Peace Eco Park. As I was on the tour by myself that day, we had lots of time to chat and for her to customize my experience, as I was quite interested in the history of the North and South Korean conflict. Moreover, Stella told me facts in addition about Aegibong and its development that I found very insightful. The cafe at the observatory proved very welcoming as it was a snow day in the middle of March, which gave everything a very unique atmosphere. I definitely recommend to go on a tour with Stella again - she is very caring and knowledgeable and shares her personal insights, which makes such a tour much more relatable.
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Sunshine45791160135
Mar 2, 2025
North Korea is better seen in the flesh! - 1. A rare spot with panoramic views of North Korea It was very impressive to see the view of North Korea directly from here. The cityscapes and buildings we could see in the distance were real, and it was time to reflect on history and international affairs. 2. Observation deck offering a glimpse into North Korean life With a telescope, you can clearly see the villages and fields of North Korea. It was interesting because it is a scenery that you can't usually see. 3. Where to feel borders The scenery in front of you has a special atmosphere that is different from just an observation deck. By actually being able to see North Korea, I was able to realize the geographical proximity. 4. Not only sightseeing, but also learning about history The view from the observatory is beautiful, but it made me think more about the significance of this place. I think you can understand it better by listening to the local commentary. 5. A Strange Sense of Foreign Lands Unlike other tourist destinations, it is very unique in that you can see the scenery directly across borders. It was a place that made me think about the importance of peace again.
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From $27
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).