Cheonggyecheon Stream

Cheonggyecheon Stream

Cheonggyecheon Stream
4.5
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Formerrly polluted and covered with an elevated road since 2005 this stream has been cleaned up and made into an Art and nature walkway through the heart of Seoul.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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The area
Neighbourhood: Jongno 1.2.3.4 ga-dong
How to get there
  • Jonggak • 4 min walk
  • Euljiro 1-ga • 5 min walk
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  • Norm the Nomad
    Australia1,246 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly recommended - especially in the late afternoon.
    This is a redeveloped stream / canal that has become a popular walking track, located in the middle of the bustling city. It is hugely popular with the Seoul inhabitants, as it offers a cool retreat from the days heat. There are buskers and other entertainers to see in the late afternoon. Very good.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 18 October 2023
  • rlahuddin
    Jakarta, Indonesia367 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    clean and green riverbanks in the middle of the city
    nice place for a morning run or jogging. good place to visit at daytime because many shades an trees and take some snack while enjoy the water stream. beautiful place to visit at night..
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 8 November 2023
  • NICHOLAS T
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates10,427 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cool urban waterway
    This is a very cool feature in Seoul - well worth a visit in the day and after dark. There are lots of seats and the pathways on either side are wide meaning there is plenty of room for lots of people. At night, there was a cool light show best viewed from one of the bridges. There is also lots of artwork on the walls at either side of the water and a waterfall at one end of the waterway. Lovely place to spend some time in central Seoul.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 6 April 2024
  • Soudamini M
    Bengaluru, India1,532 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Peaceful place in crowded neighborhood
    Cheonggyecheon Stream is an 11 km long stream that runs through Seoul city. Along the stream there is a broad walking path and many activities goes on around it. Didn't find many tourists there, it was mostly the locals sitting near the stream or walking. Also came across an outdoor library. There were chairs for sitting with baskets filled with books. At the end of it there is a little water park and a coffee shop which serves the best cheese cake. Loved the ambience around the stream. I wish I had more time to spend there.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 25 April 2024
  • Christian M
    Copenhagen, Denmark6,223 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Your Green Exercise Tour in Seoul
    Cheonggyecheon Stream is an 11 km long man-made river stretch in the middle of Seoul. There are sidewalks on both sides of the water, plenty of trees and greenery, and locals and tourists either exercising or just enjoying a leisurely walk. You can walk or jog the entire route or just parts of it, and at regular intervals, you can cross the river by stepping on large stones placed for this purpose. A perfect green exercise route in the middle of the bustling city.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 22 May 2024
  • Damian Kang
    Flushing, New York3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The jewel of seoul
    Must see and experience spot in seoul. i came here with my family and everyone loved it. walking there during day is awesome but night walk is romantic. it’s equivalent to the central park in New York. The Jewel of Seoul!
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 3 July 2024
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Heng
Singapore, Singapore5,200 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Family
This is the site of an actual stream which flows through the city. It was later covered by concrete to make way for roads and now re-introduced as part of the urban renewal plan for the city. With the city elevated from the stream and shielded from site, the stream becomes an exclusive area for one to fully enjoy nature in an urban setting. Sounds of stream flowing, sight of birds hunting, children running, adults enjoying each other company. This is indeed an amazing product which is well worth every cent spent! And the number of staircases which allows one to enter or exit is so well thought.
Written 18 July 2023
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SiYauKai
Vancouver, Canada111 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
We stayed in the Myeongdong shopping area, and walking to the stream was only 5-mins away... north of the Line 2 (green) subway station. We went there at night after dinner, and it was very tranquil. There were sections along the stream where you can cross over to the other side via big stones/boulders. If you come in November, there will be the lantern festival going with nice lanterns to see. We didn't get to see this, but it was still a nice walk along this stream, with some artwork along the walls (when you walk under bridges).
Written 17 January 2020
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NICHOLAS T
Dubai, United Arab Emirates10,427 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Couples
This is a very cool feature in Seoul - well worth a visit in the day and after dark.

There are lots of seats and the pathways on either side are wide meaning there is plenty of room for lots of people.

At night, there was a cool light show best viewed from one of the bridges. There is also lots of artwork on the walls at either side of the water and a waterfall at one end of the waterway.

Lovely place to spend some time in central Seoul.
Written 7 April 2024
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ElisabethCalif
Castro Valley, CA15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023
I had seen the stream in some K-dramas, but I didn't know how beautiful it would be in person. It's an oasis within the city if you're looking for a bit of calm and relaxation. It has a very tumultuous history, so I advise either reading up about it before going or visiting the Cheonggyecheon Museum. Or, you can simply walk along it and enjoy the beauty of it while looking at the fish and egrets that make it their home.
Written 18 June 2023
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Abovetheclouds
2,320 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 • Solo
This was just stunning.  I went at dusk.  Even though it was slightly chilly with light rain, the atmosphere and setting were just magical.  The lights and skyscrapers, the couples sitting by the stream or families and friends catching up, whatever the occasion it was the atmosphere, vibe and setting that just captured my heart.  Loved it.  I took a slow stroll from one end to the other and back.  There are some information boards which are really interesting to read giving you some facts about the stream and the surrounding area.  This is a must for any trip to Seoul.  I was lucky the evening I was there, the sky turned this stunning colour with the dark grey clouds and purple sunset. Suggest going in the early evening. There are a few places nearby to grab a drink or bite to eat after.  
Written 30 May 2022
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Beemy Beemy
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
Did not manage to go to this place during my first trip. Read about the history of the stream and you will appreciate it more. Was a diff feel with snow covered pavements. Spotted a crane and mandarin duck as well. Feel it is an excellent idea to have this long stream running thru the city for people to chill. I thought there were food stalls around which i read but did not see any, so exit when you see stairs and get your food elsewhere.
Written 5 January 2023
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Meander800093
13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
Went at evening to see the lanterns on the stream. It was breath taking.We took many photos and marvelled at the beauty of the lanterns. It is a lovely walk also in the day time. Great to stop along the walk and find a place for food.
Written 8 January 2020
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Mike
Orlando, FL27 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 • Friends
This is what urban renewal should be! This is a stunningly beautiful stream that now serves as a perfect place for walking, jogging, or just relaxing. It features waterfalls, painted murals, plenty of tress, and picturesque stepping stones for crossing the stream. The stream itself has a gentle, babbling flow. There are stairways at frequent intervals for convenient access, and there are even elevators at certain entrances. It's one of the most photogenic spots I have seen in a country that is already too beautiful for words!
Written 22 October 2024
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EnLeung
Hong Kong, China175 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Family
We visited in the evening of Christmas Day. There is a lot of people as expected. The stream is being decorated with beautiful lights. People are taking photos along the way and above at street level. Unfortunately some rude Korean speaking ladies ruined the evening as they kept pushing and squeezing towards the railings for their photos while our girls were taking theirs. Could have been a five-star experience.
Written 1 January 2020
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Norm the Nomad
Australia1,246 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
This is a redeveloped stream / canal that has become a popular walking track, located in the middle of the bustling city. It is hugely popular with the Seoul inhabitants, as it offers a cool retreat from the days heat. There are buskers and other entertainers to see in the late afternoon. Very good.
Written 19 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

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