Myeongdong Cathedral
명동성당
A Gothic red-brick cathedral completed in 1898, a symbol of Korean Catholicism, right beside the Myeongdong shopping district. It's easy to visit while you shop.
Myeongdong Cathedral was Korea's first Gothic church, completed in 1898. Its red and gray brick spires and colored stained-glass windows are very photogenic. It is the spiritual center of Korean Catholicism and an important historical site of Korea's democratization movement. Entry is free. Please keep quiet during Mass and avoid taking photos indoors. The underground 1898 Square has a bookshop and café. Exit 8 of Myeongdong Station (Subway Line 4) or Euljiro Entrance Station (Subway Line 2) is about a 5-minute walk away. It can be combined with Myeongdong and Namsan.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–21:00 (visits restricted during Mass)
Nearby sights
- Myeongdong
- Namsangol Hanok Village
- Insadong
- Namdaemun Market
- Gwanghwamun Square & Cheonggyecheon
- Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
- Jogyesa Temple
- N Seoul Tower