Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울)) — Source: Korea Tourism Organization

Attraction

Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울))

68 Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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At a Glance

Hours: 09:00-18:00
Closed: N/A (Open all year round)
Information: +82-2-3672-5945
Address: 68 Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Updated 2025.06.17

Expected Crowds (30 days)

Quietest day: Mon 11/2

Expected Crowds (30 days)
Date	Forecast
Tue 10/20	54 · High
Wed 10/21	50 · High
Thu 10/22	31 · Moderate
Fri 10/23	56 · High
Sat 10/24	88 · High
Sun 10/25	85 · High
Mon 10/26	37 · Moderate
Tue 10/27	49 · High
Wed 10/28	51 · High
Thu 10/29	65 · High
Fri 10/30	75 · High
Sat 10/31	86 · High
Sun 11/1	65 · High
Mon 11/2	30 · Moderate
Tue 11/3	43 · High
Wed 11/4	33 · Moderate
Thu 11/5	33 · Moderate
Fri 11/6	47 · High
Sat 11/7	91 · High
Sun 11/8	78 · High
Mon 11/9	34 · Moderate
Tue 11/10	48 · High
Wed 11/11	43 · High
Thu 11/12	48 · High
Fri 11/13	57 · High
Sat 11/14	91 · High
Sun 11/15	92 · High
Mon 11/16	33 · Moderate
Tue 11/17	47 · High

Relative forecast (busiest day = 100) · Korea Tourism Organization

Overview

Gilsangsa Temple is a prominent temple located in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul. The name Gilsangsa means "a favorable and auspicious temple." Visitors can experience temple, participate in Buddhist practices, and even enjoy Templestay programs on weekends. In fall, visitors can admire red spider lilies and wildflowers, immersing themselves in the beauty of nature and finding inner peace.

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Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울)) — Source: Korea Tourism Organization

Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울)) — Source: Korea Tourism Organization

Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울)) — Source: Korea Tourism Organization

Map

68 Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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