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Traditional tiled and thatched houses spread across the green hillside of Yangdong Folk Village in Gyeongju
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Yangdong Folk Village

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Yangdong is a ticketed UNESCO-listed living village, not an outdoor museum emptied of residents. The village uses seasonal closing times, and visitors must protect private homes while following the signed heritage route.

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    AdmissionAdult ₩4,000 · youth/soldier ₩2,000 · child ₩1,500
    Correct destination138-18 Yangdongmaeul-gil, Gangdong-myeon, Gyeongju
    Village contact054-762-2630 · yangdongvillage.or.kr
    ParkingDedicated visitor parking · free
    Village restrictionsBicycles and pets prohibited

    It is a living village of roughly 160 homes; enter only signed public visitor spaces.

    RegionGyeongju · Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Map search경주 양동마을
    Place typeVillage · UNESCO · Outer loop
    Map pinApproximate catalogue location

    Use a Korean map app to confirm the exact entrance and live route.

    Mobility checkStep-free entrances, lifts, rest areas and accessible toilets are not assumed; confirm them with the official venue.

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    1. 01
      Long-season village hours

      Allow time for slopes and dispersed houses; the closing time is not a target arrival.

    2. 02
      Short-season village hours

      The listed close is one hour earlier, so preserve daylight for the walking route and return transfer.

    3. 03
      Confirm language and departure

      Interpretation availability varies. Contact the village for the current language, time and meeting point rather than assuming a guide on arrival.

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    Is Yangdong Folk Village free because people live there?

    No. The current standard adult admission is ₩4,000, with reduced youth, soldier and child prices.

    Can I bring a bicycle or pet into Yangdong?

    No. The current Gyeongju City visitor page lists both bicycles and pets as prohibited inside the village.

    Is the information for Yangdong Folk Village live?

    The place identity and regional route were checked against the official tourism guide. Hours, admission, closures and transport must be rechecked on the official page and a live map before departure.

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    Yangdong is a ticketed UNESCO-listed living village, not an outdoor museum emptied of residents. The village uses seasonal closing times, and visitors must protect private homes while following the signed heritage route.Recheck the official source before visiting.
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    Contents
    1. 1Overview
    2. 2Key facts and visitor information
    3. 3Visit flow
    4. 4Traveler tips
    5. 5Nearby places
    6. 6Frequently asked questions
    7. 7Sources and revision history

    1. Overview

    Yangdong is a ticketed UNESCO-listed living village, not an outdoor museum emptied of residents. The village uses seasonal closing times, and visitors must protect private homes while following the signed heritage route.

    2. Key facts and visitor information

    Seasonal hoursApr-Sep 9:00 AM-7:00 PM · Oct-Mar 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
    AdmissionAdult ₩4,000 · youth/soldier ₩2,000 · child ₩1,500
    Correct destination138-18 Yangdongmaeul-gil, Gangdong-myeon, Gyeongju
    Village contact054-762-2630 · yangdongvillage.or.kr
    ParkingDedicated visitor parking · free
    Village restrictionsBicycles and pets prohibitedIt is a living village of roughly 160 homes; enter only signed public visitor spaces.
    Current official guideGyeongju City · Yangdong Folk Village official visitor pageChecked August 29, 2026. Recheck volatile hours, fares, closures, weather and transport before travel.
    RegionGyeongju · Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Map search경주 양동마을
    Place typeVillage · UNESCO · Outer loop
    Map pinApproximate catalogue locationUse a Korean map app to confirm the exact entrance and live route.
    Mobility checkStep-free entrances, lifts, rest areas and accessible toilets are not assumed; confirm them with the official venue.

    3. Visit flow

    1. 01
      April-September · 9:00 AM-7:00 PM

      Long-season village hours

      Allow time for slopes and dispersed houses; the closing time is not a target arrival.

    2. 02
      October-March · 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

      Short-season village hours

      The listed close is one hour earlier, so preserve daylight for the walking route and return transfer.

    3. 03
      Before a guided visit

      Confirm language and departure

      Interpretation availability varies. Contact the village for the current language, time and meeting point rather than assuming a guide on arrival.

    4. Traveler tips

    • Budget more time than the map distance suggests because historic lanes, slopes and dispersed viewpoints slow the circuit.
    • Do not open residential gates, photograph into private rooms or treat residents as part of an exhibit.
    • Save the return bus or taxi plan before entering; Yangdong is outside Gyeongju's compact central heritage walking zone.
    • Search “경주 양동마을” in Naver Map or Kakao Map and confirm the entrance before leaving.
    • Opening hours, admission and closure days can change; use the official regional guide before departure.
    • The catalogue pin is approximate. Use the linked Korean map search for the final walking route.

    5. Nearby places

    Bridge

    Woljeonggyo Bridge

    A reconstructed wooden bridge that fits naturally into an evening walk.

    Same regional route · check live directions    Temple

    Bulguksa Temple

    A UNESCO-listed temple east of the downtown heritage core.

    Same regional route · check live directions    8-stop visual guide

    8 places that make a Gyeongju trip

    Walk the central heritage cluster as one sequence. Put Bulguksa or Yangdong Folk Village on a separate outer loop.

    Open the full regional route

    6. Frequently asked questions

    Is Yangdong Folk Village free because people live there?

    No. The current standard adult admission is ₩4,000, with reduced youth, soldier and child prices.

    Can I bring a bicycle or pet into Yangdong?

    No. The current Gyeongju City visitor page lists both bicycles and pets as prohibited inside the village.

    Is the information for Yangdong Folk Village live?

    The place identity and regional route were checked against the official tourism guide. Hours, admission, closures and transport must be rechecked on the official page and a live map before departure.

    Can travellers correct this page?

    Yes. Use the community place wiki to propose a sourced correction, or post a current field update after visiting. Changes are reviewed before becoming canonical facts.

    7. Sources and revision history

    Foundation sourceVISITKOREA · Yangdong Folk Village ↗Recheck time-sensitive hours, prices and reservation rules on the official page.
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