Starbucks DMZ with North Korea View
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Have you ever imagined buying a ticket to enter a Starbucks?
That's what happens at the Starbucks closest to North Korea. (only 1.4 km away)
You can see the open sky, the flowing river, and the North Korean land beyond Starbucks.
Aegibong Ecological Park, where the Starbucks closest to North Korea is located, has renovated an old observatory into an ecological park.
On the way to the observatory, we will cross the suspension bridge. If you cross this bridge, you can reach the Starbucks closest to North Korea. In front of Starbucks, there is an observatory where you can view North Korea and a telescope that you can use for free.
This park consists of an ecological exhibition hall, an observatory, and an ecological trail. In particular, it is beautiful to see the natural scenery and architecture beautifully harmonizing.
Tour course: Meeting place - Aegibong Peace Ecopark - Peace Eco Exhibition Hall - Jogang Observatory (Starbucks Observatory) - Hyundai Outlet - Drop off City Hall.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 adults is required to book the afternoon tour
A current valid passport is required the day of travel (MUST)
If a part of the tour itinerary is cancelled by unexpected military conditions or local circumstances, there will be no refund
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Gimpo
drive to Gimpo city to visit Aegibong Observatory (Starbucks Observatory)
on the way to Observatory, we will cross the suspension bridge.
What‘s Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Lunch (if option selected)
Hotel drop-off (if full-day option selected)
Expert guide
Hotel pickup
Hotel Drop Off
Tram
Gratuities
Options
Starbucks DMZ Tour
Reviews
72 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DMZ amazing tour
R6545ACdavidm,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AJ was amazing. I really enjoyed the tour. The information and brief history explanation really helped me understand the tour better
Visit to the nearest Starbucks and view to North Korea!
100elizak,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went to the Starbucks that’s only 1.4km to North Korea - it’s super close! Our tour guide, AJ was reallllt good! She’s so friendly, very informative and you can ask her any questions. She’s also happy to answer any questions post tour. Highly recommended to anyone who wants a perfect DMZ experience. Do it with AJ! 😉
Great excursion to see and learn about Korea geopolitics
JorgeBento,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice tour! AJ is very helpful and super friendly and knowledgeable. It’s a quite relaxed tour that allows you great insight into the history and division of the Koreas.
Awesome tour with AJ
arnaudfI1801AZ,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AJ was our guide. Perfect english. Lots of details both on site (Starbucks DMZ). Awesome story telling and experience with her ! Thanks AJ !
Realmente única
A B,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AJ is amazing, really knowledgeable. She shared information really valuable. She is fun and has a lot of important data that I will not share here, you would need to go ;)
Interesting experience
BiljanaA20,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fun experience to visit the DMZ. We had an interesting experience that I would recommend to anyone visiting Seoul, South Korea. The guide was very good, informative, and considerate
Aegibong Park Starbucks observation
angelacL3327SV,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sadie was helpful, attentive and great with information. Great clear weather day. Saw people moving around on the North Korea side.
Trip to DMZ
willcI2812ND,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable and approachable. Always made an effort to take photos for us and offered with kindness. Good at explaining.
Well-rounded experience
A6211ONcharlottec,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guides gave helpful facts and information during the trip, also very accommodating during the bus ride ( e.g gave opportunities to get fresh air and bathroom breaks) :D
Heaven sent
Dream23518232800,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoy the experience and I wish to come here again. Such great service and comfortable seating. The tour guide is very nice and kind hearted. Thank you for this lovely experience <3
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