Best North Korea View & Closest Starbucks to DMZ tour from Seoul
Overview
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5 hours
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Looking for the absolute best views of North Korea? Then buckle up for the ultimate DMZ adventure from Seoul to Aegibong, where you'll get the best, unobstructed, and jaw-dropping views of North Korea from South Korea! Skirting the edge of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), this tour takes you closer than you ever thought possible to this mysterious border, with the river by your side and stopping at the closest observatory to the DMZ. Plus, sip a latte at the nearest Starbucks to North Korea while soaking in the wild, untouched beauty of the no-man's zone. This isn't just a tour, it's a thrilling peek into history with a side of epic scenery, making it a must-do for adventure seekers!
The Associated Press (AP) described the Starbucks Aegibong branch, a striking emblem of global capitalism, as "a powerful symbol of security", while CNN noted, "You can even see North Koreans walking around", calling it "one of the few ways to look inside North Korea without crossing the border".
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passport is required during the tour. (You cannot enter without a passport)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Myeongdong Shopping Street
Pick-up location 1: Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 9)
Seoul City Hall
Pick-up location 2: Seoul City Hall Subway Station (Exit 6)
What‘s Included
Tour Guide (English or Chinese)
Entrance fees
Round Trip Transportation
Meals
Coffee and/or Tea
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Best North Korea View & Closest Starbucks to DMZ tour from Seoul
Reviews
401 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour. Highly recommended!
78csl,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Doing DMZ tour with Ms. Jenny this morning. She is so informative, funny, and friendly! We learnt a lot and gain better understanding about South Korea/ North Korea. One of best tour we did. Highly recommend DMZ tour with Ms. Jenny! Thank you!
Informative Guided Tour
Climber24635753595,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guided tour was both highly informative and genuinely interesting. The guide explained everything clearly, shared fascinating stories, and answered all questions with great knowledge and enthusiasm.
Tour Guide Eva
Getaway20834711336,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Eva did a superb guidance.. will definitely return here again with my family soon.
DMZ
Getaway39114656816,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very pleasant experience. Let’s learn about the history of North Korea. I would recommend friends and family, to experience and participate again next time. ................................
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926joyceh,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bella's guide explained very well North Korea's story is lively It is also a pleasure to help all members take photos , Hopefully after the Panama Shop tour will reopen again
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Guide20764393232,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bella supernice, South North Korea's story is clear and lively interesting, Chinese fluency can also answer many questions of visitors, close to see North Korea is a very special experience and perspective,
Bella is so professional
sarahkZ191KY,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Bella it’s so energetic and friendly. She introduced the history very detailed. Will absolutely join her tour again. Highly recommend her and VIP travel.
Nearest Starbucks to North Korea!
Voyage25205512421,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time spent with Bella who is professional and knowledgeable! Totally enjoyed ourselves!
Very interesting and super guided tour!
Alessia D,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eva guided us very well through the tour, showed us everything and gave us lots of interesting information. We would recommend this trip 100%. You have enough time to see everything for yourself and compared to other tours you really only stop at this DMZ zone. Exactly what we wanted!
Starbucks on the 38-degree line
GrandTour10558989604,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Crystal explained the history of Korea quite professionally, and the attitude was quite kind, smiling, so our trip added an extra harvest, thank you very much.
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