The Korean Folk Village: Introduction to this Must-Visit Korean Tourist Destination and How to Get There

One of the must-visit tourist destinations for visitors to Korea is the "Korean Folk Village." This is a place where you can...

One of the must-visit tourist destinations for visitors to Korea is the "Korean Folk Village." This is a place where you can experience traditional Korean folk culture along with reproductions of traditional Korean architecture, folk crafts, and agriculture. In this article, we will introduce the major attractions that you can see at the Korean Folk Village and how to get there.

If you want to be just like an actor/actress in a Korean historical drama, go to the Korean Folk Village!

When international travelers come to Korea, they want to visit the Korean Folk Village! At the Korean Folk Village, visitors can take pictures in traditional Korean attire in a space adorned with traditional Korean features. They can also watch traditional Korean art performances. Additionally, the Korean Folk Village is the only traditional culture theme park of its kind in the nation and has served as the filming location for various Korean dramas including ‘Tale of the Nine Tailed,’ ‘The Moon Embracing the Sun,’ and ‘Jewel in the Palace.’

■ Main attractions to see in the Korean Folk Village

- A beautiful village set in a nature-given environment
- Joseon Dynasty houses and traditional work shops

- Exhibition halls where you can see Korean folk culture
- Traditional art performances

- Traditional playground where you can experience traditional Korean games

- Hearty traditional food / shopping
- Play Village where children’s dreams thrive; in winter, a sledding slope also opens

■ Hot to get to the Korean Folk Village

Using Public Transportation
The Korean Folk Village is located in Yongin City, Gyeonggi Province. It can be easily accessed by bus and subway.
By Bus

By Subway (One transfer to bus)

There is also a free shuttle bus

If you are using a car, search for the 'Korean Folk Village' or '90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do' on your navigation system.

📌 Korean Folk Village:
90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
Check the official website for operating hours and currently featured events/performances.
English website: https://www.koreanfolk.co.kr/multi/english/

If you want to experience traditional Korean culture, we highly recommend visiting the Korean Folk Village. Please share this post with friends who you would like to visit Korean Folk Village with!

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