Walk through a scholar's village
Seonbichon in Yeongju recreates domestic settings associated with the seonbi, the learned people of Joseon Korea. It sits next to Sosuseowon, a historic Confucian academy, but the reconstructed village and the actual academy are different places. Do not mistake all of Seonbichon's houses for buildings preserved on their original sites.
Homes, learning and manners
Courtyards, gates and traditional rooms help visitors imagine daily routines, while neighboring Sosuseowon connects those experiences to the history of education. Demonstrations, craft programs and overnight hanok stays depend on separate schedules and booking arrangements.
Winter closing time matters
Yeongju City's official guide states that from November through February the village opens 09:00–17:00, with last admission at 16:00. March–May and September–October hours are 09:00–18:00; June–August hours are 09:00–19:00. Last admission is one hour before closing. The official page says it operates year-round and that one ticket covers Seonbichon and Sosuseowon. Individual admission is listed as KRW 2,000 for adults, KRW 1,330 for teenagers/military personnel and KRW 660 for children, with exemptions and discounts for eligible visitors. Some older tourism pages show different hours and prices, so rely on the current city notice.
Before going
Address: 2796 Sobaek-ro, Sunheung-myeon, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Allow time to visit before the winter last-entry deadline. Check separate activities and lodging directly before booking.