- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Goseong Unification Observatory Tower
A controlled-access observatory in Goseong, Gangwon. The registration office and observatory car park have different addresses; from November 1, 2026, the winter cutoff for departure from the registration point is 15:50.
- Address
- 출입신고소: 강원특별자치도 고성군 현내면 금강산로 481; 전망대 주차장: 통일전망대로 455
- Hours
- Final departure from registration point: Mar 1–Jul 14 & Aug 21–Oct 31, 09:00–16:50; Jul 15–Aug 20, 09:00–17:50; Nov 1–Feb 28, 09:00–15:50. Complete access procedures before the cutoff. Individual adult admission KRW 3,000; separate parking KRW 5,000 for vehicles with up to 10 seats. Check same-day restrictions.
Official visitor information checked on October 30, 2026. The last departure from the registration office is 16:50 through October 31 but moves one hour earlier to 15:50 from November 1 through February 28. This is the departure cutoff, not the time you should arrive at the observatory. Same-day military or weather restrictions require a separate check.
Why go
Enjoy views toward the northern coast and mountains. Go first to the registration office at 481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong. From November, the latest departure is 3:50 p.m.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.