The 3rd Tunnel (제3땅굴)

The 3rd Tunnel (제3땅굴)

Gyeonggi  · 210-358, Je3ttanggul-ro, Gunnae-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hours
09:10-14:40
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Address
210-358, Je3ttanggul-ro, Gunnae-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Parking
[Imjingak Parking Lot] Compact car 1,000 / Small-sized car 2,000 won / Mid-sized car 3,000 won / Large-sized car 5,000 won

Overview

The 3rd Tunnel is the third of its kind built by North Korea for the purpose of invading South Korea. It was discovered in 1978. Among the four tunnels located so far, it is closest to Seoul (about 52 km). It has a total length of 1.6 km and a x_width of 2 m. It is estimated that nearly 30,000 personnel can move through the tunnel every hour. Visitors to the 3rd Tunnel must reserve the tour in advance. The tour starts from the Imjingak Pavilion. All visitors are required to bring their identification, such as passports or Alien Registration Card (ARC).

Location

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How to Get There

Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-940-8526,+82-31-954-0303

Best Time to Visit

South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

09:10-14:40

[Imjingak Parking Lot]
Compact car 1,000 / Small-sized car 2,000 won / Mid-sized car 3,000 won / Large-sized car 5,000 won

Mondays, public holidays that fall on weekdays, Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-31-940-8526,+82-31-954-0303

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