Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong, Seoul (서울 암사동 유적)

– Tel
+82-2-3425-6520

The Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong reproduces the lifestyle of the Neolithic Era. Even the entrance gate is shaped like a huge dolmen and the trash cans are ancient diagonal-line patterned earthenware. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was excavated in 1925 when a flood washed away the soil on the banks of the Hangang River and exposed a large number of diagonal-line patterned earthenware. After several excavations, the Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was established.

The site was a location for a massive colony, thus many ancient buildings, stone axes and stone arrows have been uncovered as well as countless diagonal-line patterned earthenware. The housing site is round with a spot in the center for fire. The site is colossal and possesses nine mud huts, two exhibition halls displaying ancient artifacts and an open mud hut where visitors can experience life in the Neolithic Era. The site offers many attractions such as mud huts and promenades. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong is also very educational for children and families who want to learn and experience the Neolithic Age.

– Address : 875, Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-3425-6520

– Parking
Available (09:30-18:00)

– Day Off
New Year’s Day, Mondays (Close on Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday)

– Operating Hours
09:30-18:00 (Last admission 30 min before closing)
* Free admission: October-March 06:00-09:00 / April-September 05:30-09:00

– Admission Fees
Individual – Adults 500 won / Children 300 won

Groups – Adults 400 won / Children 200 won

* Adults (ages 19-64) / Children (ages 7-18)
* Groups – 30 or more people

* Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 6 & under), Senior citizens (ages 65 & over)

– Parking Fees
Compact cars 1,000 won / small cars 2,000 won / large cars (more than 25 seats) 4,000 won

– Restrooms
Available

– Available Facilities
Exhibition Hall No. 1, No. 2, Restoration dwellings

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Amsa-dong Prehistoric Site Museum (암사동선사유적박물관)

– Homepage
http://sunsa.gangdong.go.kr

The archaeological sites in Amsa-dong, Seoul, were a collective settlement where people lived during the Neolithic Age about 6,000 years ago and became known to the world after the sand dunes along the Hangang River caved in during the great flood of 1925, exposing numerous pieces of comb-patterned pottery. The area designated as a historic site in 1979, and excavation of the site took place from 1981 to 1988. The cultural heritage protection area was expanded to a total area of 78,133㎡. Currently, nine Neolithic dugout huts and one experiential dugout hut have been restored. The exhibitions currently open to the public are Exhibition Hall 1, which displays a restoration of a Neolithic Age dugout, and Exhibition Hall 2, which displays various panels and models to help understand the prehistoric era as a whole.

⊙ Gwangnaru Hangang Park (광나루한강공원)

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– Homepage
hangang.seoul.go.kr

– Tel
+82-2-3780-0501

Hangang Citizen’s Park, composed of 12 areas including Jamsil, Ttukseom and Jamwon, is an eco-friendly park providing areas for sports and leisure. The park is equipped with various cultural and recreational facilities and also has an ecological park. Gwangnaru Hangang Park formed naturally through rich silt that flowed in from the upper Hangang River that was then filled with reeds, creating an ideal habitat for groups of migratory birds.

⊙ Godeok-dong Ecological Landscape Conservation Area (고덕동 생태경관 보전지역)

– Homepage
hangang.seoul.go.kr

– Tel
+82-3780-0848

Located next to the Godeok Riverside Restoration Area, the Godeok-dong Ecological Landscape Conservation Area is one of the most well-maintained ecological preservation sites in Seoul. The area includes Amsa Sluice Gate, Hoan, and Hangang River Reservoir. The area offers educational facilities for visitors to learn more about the ecosystem.

⊙ Grand Walkerhill Riverpark (Outdoor swimming pool) (그랜드 워커힐 리버파크 수영장(야외수영장))

– Homepage
www.walkerhill.com

– Tel
+82-2-450-4630

Grand Walker Hill Riverpark is a swimming pool using water comprised of alkali ingredients such as sodium and potassium from underground granite. Since it opened in 1994, the Riverpark is one of Seoul’s most popular summer getaways to enjoy swimming. Located by the Hangang River and Achasan Mountain, it provides fresh air as well as the beautiful nature scenery. People can use any of the various facilities, including the main pool, lazy river, swimming pool for children, pool-side restaurant offering special summer lunch, and sun tanning beds.

⊙ Paradise Casino Walker Hill (파라다이스 카지노 워커힐)

– Homepage
www.paradisecasino.co.kr

– Tel
+82-1899-0700

Paradise Casino Walker Hill is a foreigner-exclusive casino operating inside Walker Hill Hotel, from where guests can enjoy a fine view of the Hangang River nearby. The casino is open 24 hours a day, all year round, and offers baccarat, blackjack, roulette, and tai-sai tables among others, and a variety of slot machines as well. The game tables are run by expert dealers, and staff members are fluent in many languages to serve the customers’ needs.

⊙ Vista Walkerhill Seoul, Wellness Club (비스타 워커힐 서울, 웰니스클럽)

– Homepage
www.walkerhill.com/vistawalkerhillseoul/wellness/Fitness

– Tel
+82-1670-0005

Vista Walkerhill Seoul is nestled in Achasan Mountain like a cloud overlooking the Hangang River. It offers beautiful natural sceneries that cannot be found in downtown. A combination of high technology and nature adds vitality while allowing guests to relax surrounded by nature. A new space where humans, nature, and the future coexist. Vista Walkerhill Seoul leads a sustainable and luxurious culture through differentiated and creative lifestyle experiences.

⊙ Homeplus – Gangdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 강동)

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⊙ Guri Hangang Park (Cosmos Park) (구리시민한강공원 (코스모스공원))

– Homepage
www.guri.go.kr

– Tel
+82-31-550-2474

Guri Hangang Park offers a perfect rest area for visitors where visitors can feel the cool breeze coming off the river and rest amidst the beautiful natural scenery. The park’s bounties of flowers are at their peak in May with field of canola flowers, and in September when the cosmos bloom.

Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong, Seoul (서울 암사동 유적)