Bugak Skyway Palpaljeong Pavilion 북악팔각정
Seoul · Jongno, Bukchon & Palaces · Night view
Palpaljeong is a pavilion on the ridge of Bugaksan, the mountain behind Gyeongbokgung, and the road to it, Bugak Skyway, is a favorite winding drive. The pavilion offers a broad view over the palaces and the center of the city, and a few cafes at the top add to the scenery. Because the road is narrow and buses are limited, a taxi or private car is the sensible way to go.
Visitors can also enjoy the view at sunset and watch the lights come on across the city. The road can be closed in bad weather, and parking is limited. Check conditions before you go, and prices and hours may change.
Take a taxi from Gyeongbokgung Station (경복궁역), Line 3, or Anguk Station (안국역), about fifteen minutes. Ask for Palpaljeong (팔각정).
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 북악팔각정
- Best time to visit
- Sunset is the best time, followed by early evening. On clear autumn days the view can be sharp.
- Pair it with
- Gyeongbokgung Palace and Samcheong-dong Cafe Street are on the way back down, and Bukchon Hanok Village is also near.
- Great for
- Couples, Parents
- Local tip
- Reach it by taxi, because buses are infrequent and the road is narrow. The view over the palaces and the city is the reward.