Cheongun Literature Library

Culture & landmarks · Seochon

Explore hanok library rooms and bookshelves, then look through a pavilion window framing a rock waterfall.

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Good to know

Hanok closes earlier

  • The hanok reading room and pavilion operate Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–18:00. Arrive before 18:00 if the traditional building is the reason for your visit.jfac

Library hours and closed days

  • Main-library hours are Tuesday–Friday 09:00–21:00, weekends/public holidays 09:00–19:00. Closed Mondays, January 1, and the Seollal/Chuseok holiday periods.jfac

Bus approach to the hill

  • Visit Seoul recommends buses 7212, 1020 or 7022 from Gyeongbokgung Station to Jahamun Pass / Yun Dong-ju Literature Museum. The walking approach follows the Cheongun Park trail left of the tiger statue.Visit Seoul

Free entry

  • Visit Seoul lists free admission at 40 Jahamun-ro 36-gil. Reading-room entry does not establish tourist borrowing eligibility.Visit Seoul

Location & visit info

40 Jahamun-ro 36-gil, Jongno District, Seoul

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