Embrace the Legacy at the Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin

Getting There

• Subway

  Take Line 5 (the purple line) from your current location and travel to Gwanghwamun Station. Once you arrive at Gwanghwamun Station, take Exit 1. As you exit, you will see the large square area in front of you. The Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin is located at 172 Sejong-daero, just a short walk ahead in the direction of Gyeongbokgung Palace.

• Bus

  Look for local buses that stop at Gwanghwamun Square. Buses such as 6011, 1711, or 2000 will take you there. Get off at the Gwanghwamun Square stop. Once you disembark, you will see the Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin directly in front of you at 172 Sejong-daero.

• Walking

  If you're near Gwanghwamun, you can walk to the Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Head towards Sejong-daero street; the statue is located at 172 Sejong-daero. It should be visible from a distance as it is situated in a prominent square.

• Taxi (for tourists unfamiliar with public transport)

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi. Simply tell the driver 'Admiral Yi Sun-sin Statue, 172 Sejong-daero, Jongno District'. The driver will know the location, and it is a well-known landmark in Seoul.