Dora Observatory 도라전망대
- +82-31-954-0303, +82-31-940-8523
- paju.go.kr
Situated in Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do and at the northernmost point of the Military Demarcation Line, Dora Observatory replaced the previous Songaksan Observation Post. From the observatory, visitors can overlook North Korea and various locations including Gaeseong, Songaksan, Kim Il-Sung Statue, and Cooperation Farm (Geumamgol). The observatory offers 500 seats, VIP rooms, and abundant parking space. It was first opened to the public in January 1987.
Near the observatory is the Third Underground Tunnel, built by North Korea and found in 1978. It stretches over 1.6km with a x_height and x_width of 2m, capable of mobilizing 30,000 troops in one hour. In front of the tunnel are a variety of attractions such as the DMZ Media Hall (offering the history of the divided country and flourishing ecosystem in the Demilitarized Zone), DMZ Exhibition Hall (displaying relics and documents related to the Demilitarized Zone), sculptures, and souvenir shops. Visitors can see inside the tunnel by either walking or riding the monorail.
Because civilian access is restricted in this area, visitors must participate in the DMZ Peace & Security Tourist Program (implemented by Paju-si) to visit the observatory. Conducted by a shuttle bus either from Imjingak Resort or Dorasan Station, it goes through the Dora Observatory, 3rd Underground Tunnel, Dorasan Station, and Unification Village. Visitors must carry their passport, which is examined at the checkpoint just beyond Unification Bridge.
Utilization information
・Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-31-954-0303,
+82-31-940-8523
・Parking Facilities : 30-40 parking spaces
・Closed : Mondays, National Holidays excluding Saturday, Sunday, Seollal (Lunar New Years Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
・Operating Hours : Ticketing 09:00-15:00 (ticketing may end earlier depending on the volume of tourists)
Tour Course Information
Imjingak → The 3rd Underground Tunnel (DMZ Pavilion) → Dora Observatory → Dorasan Station → Village for Unification Market → Imjingak (3 hours)
- Individuals: Adults 8,700 won / Students 6,700 won / Seniors 5,900 won
- Groups: Adults 3,600 won / Students 2,400 won / Seniors 1,800 won
[Course B]
Imjingak → Tomb of Heo Jun → Haemaru Village → The 3rd Underground Tunnel (DMZ Pavilion) → Dora Observatory → Imjingak (3 hr 30 min)
- Individuals: Adults 9,000 won / Students 7,000 won / Seniors 6,200 won
- Groups: Adults 3,600 won / Students 2,400 won / Seniors 1,800 won
※ Tour Information
- Shuttle bus: Purchase a ticket at the DMZ ticket booth inside Imjingak Resort → Take the shuttle bus → Tour program → Imjingak
- Train: Take the train (DMZ Train) → Get off at Dorasan Station and register at the temporary ticket booth → Dorasan Station (by shuttle bus) → Tour program→ Dorasan Station
※ Shuttle bus fare is included in tour fee.
※ Seniors - ages 65 and older
※ Two children (under age 4) can accompany one adult.
※ Groups of kindergarten students are not eligible for the tour program (can only go as far as Dorasan Station).
Admission Fees
Parking Fees
Light-weight cars: 1,000 won
Small cars: 2,000 won
Mid-sized cars: 3,000 won
Large cars 5,000 won
Available Facilities
Restrooms
Reservation Info. for Natives
Access
[Train]
Munsan Station (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
From the station, transfer to a train to Imjingang Station (임진강역).
From Imjingak (임진각), take a shuttle bus to Dora Observatory (도라전망대).
* Train Schedule (Munsan to Iimjingang): 08:35, 10:00, 11:30, 14:00, 15:00, 18:00
[Bus]
Gwanghwamun Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), Exit 6.
Upon exiting the station, make a u-turn, and turn left at the corner.
Go straight about 120m to the bus stop.
Take Bus No. 9710 and get off at Munsan Terminal (문산터미널) (Estimated travel time: 2hrs).
From the terminal, transfer to Bus No. 058 bound for Imjingak (임진각) (1hr intervals).
* Please double-check that Bus No. 058 goes to Imjingak before boarding.
310, Je3ttanggul-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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