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DMZ Half-Day Tour to Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory, Imjingak Park & More

Group of tourists at the Korean Demilitarized Zone with a stone sign in the background.
Person using binoculars at Korean Demilitarized Zone observation deck.
Tourists using binoculars at Dora Observatory to view North Korea from the DMZ.
Rusty locomotive at DMZ, South Korea, with barbed wire fence and colorful ribbons in the background.

Duration

7 hr 30 min - 9 hr

Open today

12:01am - 11:59pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

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4.7/5

(1,300)

Edgar Espinosa

Edgar

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Yoon from Seoul City Tour was a great guide, very informative. My favorite parts were the suspension bridge and the Dora Observatory! The weather was perfect, a clear day and we were able to see all of the north korea side. The only thing i didn't like is that we could not take pictures once in the military zone, but everything else was great. Be ready for a long walk down and hard climb back up at 3rd tunnel, leave your jacket in the locker it gets hot down there. If you want to ride the Gondola at Imjingak do that first before lunch, we ran out of time. The chocolate ice cream is a must try at Unification Village. Overall a very memorable day full of new experience, A definite once in a life time tour for me.
Tobias Beissel

Tobias

Jan 2026
Verified booking
Our guides Jun Lee, the English speaking guide, as well as Lisa Choi, who was responsible for the Chinese speaking group, organised our tour very well. I did not feel rushed at all, which was a relief. We had more than enough time at all of the attractions we were able to visit. My personal highlights were me being able to directly converse with a North Korean defector and being able to take a joint photograph with her. I hope that I will have a chance to see her again. 안내를 잘 해주셔서 대단히 감사를 드립니다.
Anna Barton

Anna

Nov 2025
Verified booking
We had an incredible guided tour of the DMZ, and our guide Katie was absolutely fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and explained the history and context in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely moving. The tour was well-organized from start to finish, and Katie made sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and informed throughout the day. It was an unforgettable experience and we’re so glad we booked it! Highly recommend! - AB, AIFS Abroad
    • Go for a half-day tour with an English-speaking guide to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a buffer zone separating North and South Korea with easy round-trip transfers from Seoul.

    • Discover the history of the Korean War at Imjingak Park. See the bullet-riddled Freedom Bridge, where 12,773 POWs walked to freedom.

    • Venture into the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, dug by North Korea and discovered in 1978. Visit Dora Observatory, and see North Korea's 160m flagpole in Kijong-dong, nicknamed "Propaganda Village”.

    • Stop by the Unification Village, a small farming community that specializes in creating soybean milk, traditional soy sauce, and corn goods.

    • Want to explore more? Take a Gondola ride over the Imjingang River for a closer look at North Korea.

    • Half-day tour of DMZ

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Entry to:

    • DMZ Theater

    • 3rd Infiltration Tunnel

    • Dora Observatory

    • Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park

    • Bridge of Freedom

    • Round-trip AC vehicle transfers from Seoul

    • Access to DMZ Gondola ride (as per option selected)

  • TOTAL DURATION6 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Timeline
    Map
    Pick-up from Subway Station, Myeongdong, City Hall, Hongik University
    Start point

    Pick-up from Subway Station, Myeongdong, City Hall, Hongik University

    Imjingak Park

    1. Imjingak Park

    Tickets included
    1 attraction
    1 activity

    Highlights

    Things to do

    20 min by a/c bus
    Third Infiltration Tunnel

    2. Third Infiltration Tunnel

    Tickets included
    DMZ Exhibition Hall

    3. DMZ Exhibition Hall

    Tickets included
    Dorasan Observatory

    4. Dorasan Observatory

    Tickets included
    Drop-off at City Hall, Downtown Seoul
    End point

    Drop-off at City Hall, Downtown Seoul

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  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 1,300 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Mauricio De León

    Mauricio

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    Great tour full of increíble explanations about the current and past political state between both Koreas. Our guide Jay gave an insightful tour with great humor and knowledge about the subject. Really recommended!
    Tobias Beissel

    Tobias

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    Our guides Jun Lee, the English speaking guide, as well as Lisa Choi, who was responsible for the Chinese speaking group, organised our tour very well. I did not feel rushed at all, which was a relief. We had more than enough time at all of the attractions we were able to visit. My personal highlights were me being able to directly converse with a North Korean defector and being able to take a joint photograph with her. I hope that I will have a chance to see her again. 안내를 잘 해주셔서 대단히 감사를 드립니다.
    Richard B Buenaflor

    Richard

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    Paul was an absolutely phenomenal tour guide who brought incredible energy, passion, and expertise to every moment of the tour. His deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and endless patience in answering questions created an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Paul truly went above and beyond, making the tour both exciting and exceptionally informative.
    Joe Yamashita-Nguyen

    Joe

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    The tour itself was already interesting and well paced. The real difference was our tour guide, AJ from Seoul city tours who was everything you'd want in a guide. Her sense of humour made the tour so fun whilst staying extremely informative. AJ has set the bar high for any tours I do.
    Peter Jan Vossbeck

    Peter

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    It was great! Yun was a very good travel master. We enjoyed his knowledge very much. Thanks a lot for everything
  • Korean Demilitarized Zone

    Monday12:01am - 11:59pm
    Tuesday12:01am - 11:59pm
    Wednesday12:01am - 11:59pm
    Thursday12:01am - 11:59pm
    Friday12:01am - 11:59pm
    Saturday12:01am - 11:59pm
    Sunday12:01am - 11:59pm
  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes as you walk through the tunnel and on different terrains.

    • Bring your valid passport, which the military officials at the entrance of DMZ will check.

    What's not allowed

    • Luggage and large bags are not allowed on the tour.

    • Waving, pointing, signaling, or photography without permission are not allowed at the DMZ.

    • Strict Dress Code: No ripped pants, shorts, skirts, or camouflage.

    • DMZ is not the kind of place a traveler can just wander off. Tourists must stay with their guide and military escorts at all times.

    Accessibility

    • This tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues.

    • This tour is not recommended for those who are pregnant, have medical conditions like high blood pressure, seniors, or those with mobility issues.

    Additional information

    • DMZ is a military area and hence it can close without prior notice.

    • DMZ is closed on Mondays and military training days.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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