Seollal Holiday in Gyeonggi Province🎎

Seollal(Lunar New Year) is Korea’s representative holiday, celebrating thed start of the new year. Seollal is one of Korea’s biggest holiday...

Seollal(Lunar New Year) is Korea’s representative holiday, celebrating thed start of the new year.

Seollal is one of Korea’s biggest holidays, when families gather to share delicious food, pay respect to elders, and wish for peace and happiness in the new year.

A beloved tradition continues to this day: people start the year with a healthy bowl of tteokguk (rice cake soup), and exchange sincere bows while wishing one another good fortune.

Here are some wonderful spots in Gyeonggi Province that you can visit during Seollal.

📍Korean Folk Village (Yongin City)

90 Minsokchon‑ro, Giheung‑gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi‑do

A theme park that recreates a Korean hanok (traditional house) village.

Through hanok alleys, folk performances, and hands‑on traditional games, you can experience the charm and lively spirit of traditional Korean daily life.

📍 Gyeonggi Provincial Museum (Yongin City)

📅 Closed on Seollal Day

6 Sanggal‑ro, Giheung‑gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi‑do

A museum focused on the history and relics of Gyeonggi Province.

Exhibits span from prehistoric times to the Joseon Dynasty, helping you naturally understand the development of Korean society.

It’s a special place where you can enjoy both tradition and art

📍Gyeonggi Ceramics Museum (Gwangju City)

📅 Closed on Seollal Day

727 Gyeongchung‑daero, Gonjiam‑eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi‑do

A museum that showcases the history and beauty of traditional pottery and porcelain.

From softly colored traditional tableware to modern ceramic art, you can explore Korea’s ceramic culture and the refined aesthetics of master artisans.

It’s an ideal place to experience Korean culinary culture during the holiday.

📍 Hwaseong Haenggung Palace (Suwon City)

825 Jeongjo‑ro, Paldal‑gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi‑do

A royal palace where kings once stayed, 

featuring traditional palace architecture and scenic fortress trails.

Charming trendy cafes and alleys nearby create a unique blend of traditional and modern vibes.

In the evening, the illuminated fortress walls create a completely different and beautiful atmosphere.

Most major facilities in Gyeonggi Province are open during the holiday.

(Museums are closed only on Seollal Day)

Feel free to come and enjoy anytime with your family and friends.

(Please be sure to check the detailed operating hours before your visit! 😉)

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