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30 things to do in Pyongyang. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Pyongyang
- Juche Tower — tower in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Kim Il-sung Square — square in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Arch of Triumph — triumphal arch in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Mansu Hill Grand Monument — complex of monuments in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Korean Revolution Museum — North Korean architectural structure & museum (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Pyongyang TV Tower — North Korean telecommunications tower (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Changchung Cathedral — nominal cathedral of the Catholic Bishop of Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Korean Central History Museum — museum in Pyongyang (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Potongmun — West gate of Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Taedongmun — Gate in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Liberation Monument — monument in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Ar-Rahman Mosque — mosque in North korea (visit ≈ 30 min)
- East Pyongyang Grand Theatre — theatre in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Church of the Life-Giving Trinity — Russian Orthodox church in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Korean Art Gallery — art museum in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Party Foundation Museum — museum in Pyongyang (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum — North Korean history and military museum in Pyongyang (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Pyongyang Grand Theatre — theatre in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Pyongyang Sci-Tech Complex — building in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Pongsu Church — church building in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Mansudae Art Theatre — theatre in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Pyongyang Castle — historic building in North Korea (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Moranbong Theatre — theatre in North Korea (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Monument to the Victorious Fatherland Liberation War — monument in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Kaeson Youth Park — amusement park in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Korea Stamp Museum — postal museum in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Kimilsungia and Kimjongilia Exhibition Hall — museum in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Ulmil Pavilion — historic structure located on Moran Hill in Pyongyang (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Yongmyongsa — former Buddhist temple in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Chilsongmun — Historic gate in Pyongyang, North Korea (visit ≈ 60 min)
2-day Pyongyang walking itinerary
Starting point: City centre. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 8.7 km · 11,750 steps · 1 h 57 min on the way): Potongmun → Arch of Triumph → Korean Revolution Museum → Mansu Hill Grand Monument
- Day 2 (≈ 8.2 km · 11,070 steps · 1 h 49 min on the way): Juche Tower → Changchung Cathedral → Korean Central History Museum → Kim Il-sung Square
Football stadiums in Pyongyang
- Rungrado 1st of May Stadium: Home of April 25 Sports Club
- Yanggakdo Stadium: Home of April 25 Sports Club
Good to know before visiting Pyongyang
- Fine: Disrespecting leaders' portraits, statues or printed images is a serious offence.
- Fine: Bringing religious, political or South Korean media is banned.
- Fine: Photograph only where guides allow; anything military is strictly off-limits.
- Warning: Many governments advise against travel and warn of the risk of detention.
- Warning: Visits are only possible on organised tours with state guides; you can't wander alone.
- Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change often; check official government sources before you travel.
- Plugs: C/F, 220V
- Tap water: Don't drink tap water; use bottled.
- Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers are usually arranged through the tour company.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: North Korea, Wikivoyage — North Korea, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Pyongyang travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Pyongyang?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 5 days for the top 20 places within walking distance.
- What are the top things to do in Pyongyang?
- Highlights: Juche Tower, Kim Il-sung Square, Arch of Triumph, Mansu Hill Grand Monument and Korean Revolution Museum. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Do you tip in Pyongyang?
- Tips for guides and drivers are usually arranged through the tour company.
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