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Korean Travel Online - A Walk Around Jeonju Hanok Village

Jeonju Hanok Village is a cluster of about 700 traditional hanok homes. The houses here serve as museums, coffee shops, experience halls and accommodations.

For more info about the village and other cultural assets in the vicinty, click here.

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For a full view of the hanok village, make your way up to Omokdae and Imokdae.
Omokdae and Imokdae (오목대와 이목대)




At Jeonju Traditional Hanji Center, you can watch the hanji-making process. The shop also sells various hanji products.
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Jeondong Catholic Church was built where Catholics were executed during the Joseon Dynasty.


Gyeonggijeon Shrine was built during King Taejo's reign (1410). The shrine currently houses the portrait of King Taejo.



Accommodation options:
If you prefer a traditional-style accommodation, you can stay at one of the many hanok accommodations around Jeonju Hanok Village.

Located within a walking distance from the hanok village and just around the Gaeksa-gil shopping district, Jeonju Hansung Tourist Hotel has affordable rates starting from 59,400 won.


For a boutique hotel with an artsy interior (art pieces here were designed by famous artists), try Jazz Around Hotel. Room rates start from 133,000 won.
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