Mansudae Grand Monument
Region: Pyongyang
Cultural heritage
Revolutionary site with giant bronze statues of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il. Flower offerings are obligatory.
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Kumsusan Palace of the Sun
Region: Pyongyang
Modern architecture
Mausoleum housing the bodies of past leaders. Strict dress code enforced.
Kaesong Historic District
Region: Kaesong Special City
Cultural heritage
Capital of Goryeo Dynasty. World Heritage sites including Namdaemun and Sungkyunkwan.
Goguryeo Tombs
Region: Pyongyang, Nampo, South Hwanghae Province
Cultural heritage
Tombs with vivid murals. UNESCO World Heritage listed in 2004.
Mount Kumgang
Region: Gangwon Province
Natural
Sacred peak known for granite peaks and valley beauty. Hiking and hot springs are popular.
Mount Paektu
Region: Ryanggang Province
Natural
2,744m volcano on the China-North Korea border. Heaven Lake is a spectacular sight.
Pyongyang Metro
Region: Pyongyang
Modern architecture
One of the world''s deepest metro systems with luxurious chandeliers and mosaic murals.
Pohyon Temple
Region: Mount Myohyang
Cultural heritage
Ancient temple founded in the 10th century. Beautiful autumn foliage scenery.
Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum & USS Pueblo
Region: Pyongyang
Modern history
Exhibits on the Korean War and US spy ship capture incident. Interior of USS Pueblo can be toured.
Rason Economic Special Zone
Region: Rason Special City
Modern city
Economic opening city bordering China and Russia. Casino-equipped hotels available.
Suggested itineraries
Pyongyang Cultural Experience 3 Days
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Mansudae Grand Monument, Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, Pyongyang Metro, Moranbong Electronic Orchestra Performance
Short-term course focusing on capital''s main monuments and performing arts.
Mount Myohyang and Kaesong World Heritage 5 Days
Duration (days): 5
Highlights: Pohyon Temple, International Friendship Exhibition, Kaesong Historic District, Panmunjom DMZ
Circuit touring mountain scenery and Goryeo ruins, with inspection of inter-Korean military demarcation line.
Travel tips
- Visa must be obtained through North Korean embassy or travel agency before departure.
- Cash in euros, Chinese yuan, or US dollars is convenient; won is generally unusable.
- Obtain guide permission for non-standard photography.
- Criticizing political or military facilities may lead to trouble.
- Night outings and solo actions are prohibited. Guides accompany at all times.
- Handle leader portraits carefully; do not fold or soil them.
- Credit cards are not accepted, and communication environment is extremely limited.
- Spring and autumn have large temperature variations; prepare layered clothing.
- Prepare medicines and daily medications in advance for import.
- As of 2024, COVID-19 entry restrictions frequently change.