Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) (청와대)

Published 2003-01-03 Updated 2023-03-07 View 223682

We provide various information such as the website, contact information, usage information, and location (map) of Seoul Jongno-gu, Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House) (청와대) using public data of Korea Tourism Organization.

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 recieved by heads of State over the years. The hall is open free to all visitors.

Telephone

+82-2-1330

Homepage

tour.president.go.kr

Detailed Information

Tour Course Information
Meeting point – Cheong Wa Dae Promotion Hall – Nokjiwon Garden – Site of previous Main Hall – Sojeongwon Garden – Main Hall – Yeongbingwan (State Guest House) – Chilgung Palace (optional) – Mugunghwa Hill – Cheongwadae Sarangchae

Admission Fees
Free

Restrooms
Available

Parking Fees
[Gyeongbokgung Palace Parking Lot (2 hours)]
Small vehicles - 2,000 won
Mid- & large-sized vehicles - 4,000 won

* 500 won every 15 min after first two hours

Reservation Info. for Foreigners
Online reservation required