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– A Walk Through Korean Art - 
The Insa-dong Night Tour offers an immersive experience of the roots of Korean culture and history that is deeply embedded in the alleys of Insa-dong. From the site of the Dohwaseo, the center of art during the Joseon Dynasty, to the vibrant Insa-dong Culture Street that continues the legacy of traditional scholarly arts (Munbangsau), and the stories of independence fighters who protected Korean art. Walking Course ![[Night Tour] Insa-dong](https://sto3788.visitseoul.net/comm/getImage?srvcId=MEDIA&parentSn=74356&fileTy=MEDIA&fileNo=1)
Walking Course Insa-dong Tourist Information Center (North Insa-dong Information Center) Insa-dong Culture Street Jogyesa Temple, Site of Dohwaseo March First Declaration of Independence Plaza Tongin Store, Site of Hannamseolim Bookstore Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art Ssamzie-gil
Duration 1 hour
Meeting Place Insa-dong Tourist Information Center (North Insa-dong Information Center) ※ Go straight for 2 minutes from Exit 6 of Anguk Station (Subway Line 3)
Make a Reservation Tourists Spots Along the Course 
Insa-dong Culture Street Originally formed in the 1930s with the establishment of antique bookstores and art shops, the area evolved in the 1970s to become a hub for galleries. Today, it is a cultural complex filled with antique dealers, art galleries, traditional teahouses, and restaurants, offering a rich blend of Korea’s past and present.
Jogyesa Temple This temple serves as the headquarters of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Its main hall was originally located in Jeongeup, North Jeolla Province, and was relocated to Seoul in 1938. The structure continues the architectural traditions of late Joseon wooden temples in the 1920s, notable for its grand scale and design.
March First Declaration of Independence Plaza A memorial plaza was built on the site of Taehwagwan, where the 33 national representatives publicly read the Declaration of Independence during the March 1st Movement in 1919. A commemorative mural is now installed at the nearby Taehwa Building.
Tongin Store Established in 1924, Tongin Store is Insa-dong’s first antique art specialty shop and remains the area’s oldest operating gallery. It has played a key role in the exhibition and circulation of antique artworks and paintings, and ancient calligraphy.
Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art Opened in 1983, this gallery blends traditional Korean architecture with modern art, creating a multi-faceted exhibition space. It was founded based on the philosophy of making art more accessible to the public.
Ssamzie-gil A multi-purpose cultural complex opened in 2004, designed to reflect the unique alleyways of Insa-dong.
It is a prime example of an urban cultural and commercial space that integrates crafts, design shops, and exhibition spaces.
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