Cheonggyecheon Stream
From nothing to something modern and beautiful
386 billion won (approximately US$281 million
Cost
8.4 km (5.2 mi)
Length
Lauded as a successful urban renewal and beautification
September 2005
Stream concrete covered starting from
1958
Open to the public everyday/ all day
24/7
Built for a modern elegant look
Stream starts from downtown Seoul and ends at Jungnangcheon which connects to the Han river. A superb and scenic 8.4km. It used to be covered in concrete with a highway overhead but now it is a modern public recreation space that is popular with the locals and tourists.
Completely free to visit and open 24/7.
Some notable annual events that take place here are:
The lantern festival which runs in November is a spectacular sight.
Christmas decorations pop up at Christmas time. Definitely a place for stunning pictures with the family and friends.
Nearby attractions
- Gyeongbukgung palace
- Gwanghwamun palace
- Jongmyo Shrine
- Myeongdong market
- Dondaemun market
- Changdeokgung palace







