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Espresso at the Edge: DMZ Views from Starbucks (DMZ Aegibong at Kimpo)
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Joined 2025
Aegibong offers one of the closest civilian-accessible views of North Korea, with a clear look at a nearby farming village just 1.4 km across the border.
At the observatory, visitors can enjoy coffee at the world’s closest Starbucks to North Korea—an unexpected blend of global culture and geopolitical tension.
Compared to busier DMZ sites, Aegibong remains quiet and uncrowded, making it ideal for peaceful reflection and unique photo opportunities.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your Hotel in Seoul
- I will pick you up at the hotel.
Aegibong Civilian Control Line
Upon arrival, our IDs and reservations will be checked before entering the Civilian Control Line. After checking, we will drive through the CCL into the DMZ (Aegibong Peace Ecopark)
Aegibong Peace Ecopark
a tranquil space that reflects Korea’s hopes for reunification. Visitors can explore the Peace and Ecology Exhibition Center, stroll scenic walking paths, and cross the striking Aegibong Suspension Bridge, a bold red structure spanning a lush valley
Jogang Obsevatory (Starbugs Aegibong)
perched just 1.4 km from the North Korean border. It offers panoramic views across the DMZ—and even houses the closest Starbucks to North Korea, where you can sip your coffee while gazing across the divide. It’s a place where quiet reflection meets geopolitical tension, wrapped in natural beauty and cultural insight.
Going back to Seoul
If you're up for it, we can stop for a nice lunch on the way back.
Ending Point
Your Hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Driving guide fee
- Private Vehicle (Hyudai Santa Fe / 6 Seater)
- Parking & Toll
- A bottle of water
- Admission fees
- Meals & Beverage
Tour Important Information
This tour involves minimal walking, but comfortable shoes are still recommended for your ease and safety.
Please also bring your passort with you.
Important message from the supplier
Basically available all days! However, as I have multiple job, please let me know in advance and I can flexibly schedule it!
Also, let me know your preferences! I will help you customize your own itinerary!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Kwan J.
Hello, and welcome to Korea!
My name is Kwan, and I have been an authorized tour guide with the Korean Tourism Organization (KTO) since 2019. My tour programs are designed to provide you with authentic and meaningful experiences of Korea, focusing on its rich culture, history, and traditions rather than fleeting trends. If you're looking for a leisurely and relaxed itinerary filled with captivating stories about our heritage and people, I am the guide for you!
Additionally, I bring over 13 years of experience delivering exceptional service to VIP clients during my tenure at Cartier, the world-renowned jewelry brand. With this background, I ensure that your journey will be marked by an unparalleled level of care and attention.
Reviews
Claire D.
“Very informative and a great guide”
Kwan was very polite and very knowledgeable. This tour was very interesting as it shows you on site exactly what has and is happening in the area. It always resonates more when it is an immersive experience. I definitely recommend Kwan. He is a great guide.
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Kwan J.
It was such a pleasure guiding you on the tour, Claire! I really appreciated your genuine interest in Korean history and enjoyed our conversations throughout the day. I hope your conference in Busan goes really well, and that you’ll also have time to make some wonderful memories there during your free time.
Max S.
“A+++ all the way and a fantastic person”
A fantastic individual who takes pride in the business of being a guide and an ambassador to Korea for tourists, like us. Private tour for my wife & me. Met us with a bag of orange tangerines, took us to DMZ and other places; stopped along the way to show some off beaten areas, meals. And lots of conversation and laughter. Good memorable times. Me personally, Kwan will be my go-to guy for my next Korea trip. Simple. Kwan: Sumathi & I had a wonderful time and hope to be back soon. Wishing you the very best. Cheers Magesh
Kwan J.
Hi Magesh, Big thanks to you and Sumathi! I had such a fun time guiding you both — it honestly felt like being with close friends the whole way, with all the conversations and laughter we shared. I really enjoyed every moment together and hope you’ll come back to Korea again soon. Looking forward to more good times when you do! Cheers, Kwan
Diyana A.
“I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
I highly recommend Kwan as your tour guide. It was the 3 of us, my mother, my sister, and I. He went above and beyond from itinerary planning, to driving, to last minute adjustments, it was all so wonderful. He was very happy to cater to our wants and needs, from dietary to activities. Kwan was also so knowledgeable of Korea and shared so many insights. He was very happy to learn on our culture and religion during the trip as well. Kwan was very chivalrous - assisted my mother with her door every time, help carry our bags, and even brought us bottled waters and Korean tangerines! We had an amazing time and we look forward to return to Seoul and reserve a tour with Kwan again!
Kwan J.
Thank you so much, Diyana, for your wonderful review! It was also such a cheerful and memorable time for me. This was my first opportunity to learn more about Islamic culture, and I truly enjoyed visiting the mosque in Itaewon, exploring halal restaurants, the mart, and even the prayer room. I learned so much and it was amazing! You and your lovely mother and sister are such kind and delightful people. I was so glad to see you really enjoying an autumn day in Seoul. I sincerely hope you will come back again in January—I would be very happy to guide you once more!
$300/ per group
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