Dora Observatory
Parking available
The best place for scenic views of the DMZ and North Korea.

📜 Closest DMZ observatory to Panmunjeom.
🔍 Offers scenic views of the DMZ and North Korea.

Why Go

👀 Glimpse life inside North Korea without visiting🗺️ See landmarks like Kijong-dong Propaganda Village and Kaesong📻 Hear North Korean radio broadcasts🔭 Use coin-operated tower viewers

Why Avoid

🚫 Individual visits not allowed, only via DMZ Peace Tour🛂 Visitors without valid ID cannot enter, foreigners need passport🚗 Private vehicles not allowed⚠️ Rooftop temporarily closed (Oct 2024) due to hazardous material from North Korea

Tips

✅ Visit with a pre-approved tour group.
🆔 Bring identification like passport or Alien Registration Card.

Cost

💰 Parking fees apply at Imjingak Pavilion: 1,000-5,000 won depending on car size.

Hours

🕒 Daily 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays.

Parking

🅿️ Available (40 spaces) at Imjingak Pavilion.

ToiletsAvailable.

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