Things to Do in North Korea

There are 28 attractions in North Korea. Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, north korean mausoleum housing leaders' preserved remains, is the most popular.

Most Popular By Name
Kumsusan Palace of the Sun
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Kumsusan Palace of the Sun
North Korean mausoleum housing leaders' preserved remains
Monument
Juche Tower
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Juche Tower
Tall Pyongyang monument symbolizing Juche political ideology
Monument
Arch of Triumph
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Arch of Triumph
Triumphal arch in Pyongyang commemorating Korean resistance
Monument
Mount Kumgang
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Mount Kumgang
Scenic North Korean mountain range famed for cliffs
Mountains
Ryugyong Hotel
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Ryugyong Hotel
Tall pyramidal skyscraper, long-unfinished landmark in Pyongyang
Building
Goguryeo tombs
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Goguryeo tombs
Ancient Goguryeo royal tombs with wall paintings
Building
Kim Il-sung Square
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Kim Il-sung Square
Pyongyang's central square used for mass rallies and parades.
Plaza
Arch of Reunification
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Arch of Reunification
Concrete monument near Pyongyang symbolizing Korean reunification
Monument
Mount Kumgang Tourist Region
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Mount Kumgang Tourist Region
Scenic North Korean mountain resort area with rugged peaks.
Amusement Park
Mansu Hill Grand Monument
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Mansu Hill Grand Monument
Pyongyang monument complex featuring giant leader statues
Monument
Kim Il-sung Stadium
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Kim Il-sung Stadium
Large multiuse stadium and national sports venue in Pyongyang
Stadium
Koryo Hotel
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Koryo Hotel
Iconic Pyongyang high-rise hotel and government symbol
Building
International Friendship Exhibition
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International Friendship Exhibition
Vast museum displaying gifts to North Korean leaders
Museum
Korean Revolution Museum
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Korean Revolution Museum
Propaganda museum displaying North Korean revolutionary relics
Museum
Mount Myohyang
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Mount Myohyang
Scenic mountain in Chagang Province with Buddhist temples
Mountain
Pyongyang TV Tower
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Pyongyang TV Tower
Television broadcasting tower and Pyongyang skyline landmark
Tower
Korea Central Zoo
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Korea Central Zoo
Major zoo in Pyongyang with native and exotic animals
Museum
Yanggak-to
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Yanggak-to
Island in Pyongyang hosting hotels and entertainment
Island
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Changchung Cathedral
Catholic cathedral in Pyongyang, rare North Korean church
Church
Korean Central History Museum
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Korean Central History Museum
Pyongyang museum exhibiting North Korean revolutionary artifacts
Museum
Nŭngna-do
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Nŭngna-do
Island
Munsu-gongwŏn
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Munsu-gongwŏn
Large Pyongyang sports complex with stadium and facilities
Park
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Ar-Rahman Mosque
Rare Pyongyang mosque serving diplomatic and Muslim communities
Mosque
Tomb of King Tongmyong
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Tomb of King Tongmyong
Royal mausoleum of Goguryeo founder, monumental tomb
Tomb
Three Revolution Exhibition
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Three Revolution Exhibition
Massive Pyongyang museum showcasing ideological, technological, artistic revolutions
Museum
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Kuwolsan
Mountain massif and protected area in South Hwanghae
Mountain
Party Foundation Museum
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Party Foundation Museum
Museum documenting the ruling party's history and ideology
Museum
Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum
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Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum
Large Pyongyang museum commemorating Korean War with exhibits.
Museum
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Hamgyong Mountains
Mountain range in northeast Korea with rugged terrain
Mountains
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Sinmi Island
North Korean island in Pyongan-bukto province
Island
Taesŏngsan-yuwŏnji
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Taesŏngsan-yuwŏnji
Pyongyang park featuring monuments and recreation
Park
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Nŭngnado-yuwŏnji
Park
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Historic Monuments and Sites in Kaesong
Korean medieval capital with royal tombs and palaces
Historical Site