Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) (청와대)

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Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) (청와대)

The signature markings of the Presidential Residence of Cheong Wa Dae are its blue tiles on the Main Office; it is the first thing to catch one's attention upon viewing the premises. Approximately 150 thousand tiles compose the roof of the Main Office. Each tile was baked individually to make them strong enough to last for hundreds of years. The blue tiles and the smoothly curving roofline blend beautifully with Bugaksan Mountain in the backdrop.

Cheong Wa Dae is comprised of the Main Office, Yeongbingwan (State Guest House), Chunchugwan (Spring and Autumn) Hall, Nokjiwon Garden, Mugunghwa (Rose of Sharon) Hill, and Chilgung Palace. It is interesting to see that all the buildings are unique and beautifully designed, built in the traditional Korean style. Just outside the premises is Cheongwadae Sarangchae, an exhibition hall showing the history of Cheong Wa Dae and the Korean presidency, as well as gifts received by heads of State over the years. The hall is open and free to all visitors.

Introduction Information
Opening Hours
09:00-18:00  
Holiday
Tuesdays  
Parking
Available (Gyeongbokgung Palace paid parking lot)
* Inquiries: +82-2-720-7595  
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)  
Admission Fees
Free
Restrooms
Available
Reservation Info. for Foreigners
Online reservation required
Seoul Jongno-gu Weather Rating
2024-12-26 Fair
Caution advised
2024-12-27 Fair
Caution advised
2024-12-28 Poor
Not recommended for outdoor activities
2024-12-29 Poor
Not recommended for outdoor activities
2024-12-30 Fair
Caution advised
2024-12-31 Fair
Caution advised
2025-01-01 Poor
Not recommended for outdoor activities