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Capital

Pyongyang평양

Independent travel to Pyongyang is not possible; check your own government's travel advice before considering anything.

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  • North Korea (DPRK) ↗Check your own government travel advice for North Korea before any booking; advice depends on your passport and changes without notice.
  • North Korea (DPRK) ↗Entry is only through controlled arrangements when permitted at all; there is no independent visa route.
  • North Korea (DPRK) ↗Confirm that your travel insurance and medical evacuation cover apply to North Korea before you rely on it.

Pyongyang is the capital of North Korea. Independent travel is not possible, and foreign visitors are subject to strict controls. Entry rules change and many governments advise against travel.

At a glance

Known for
Kim Il Sung Square · Juche Tower · Arch of Triumph · Pyongyang Metro
Best months
Check with your government
Avoid
Check with your government
Nights
n/a
Airports
FNJ Pyongyang Sunan International (Limited international flights; check the operator)

Where to sleep

Assigned by authorities

Foreigners cannot choose their own hotel.

Getting around

Independent movement is not permitted; visitors are escorted.

Watch out

  • Check your own government's travel advice first; many governments advise against all travel.
  • Independent travel is not possible and rules can change without notice.
  • Some nationalities are barred from entry by their own governments.

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Pyongyang. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

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