Panmunjom and the JSA
Quick answerPanmunjom is the truce village inside the Joint Security Area, the only place where North and South Korean soldiers stand face to face. The blue conference huts sit exactly on the demarcation line. Access is separate from a general DMZ tour, tightly controlled and frequently suspended for months at a time. When it runs it needs advance booking, a passport and a dress code, and it sells out quickly.
The blue huts
The famous blue conference huts straddle the demarcation line. Inside, visitors can technically step over the border under close supervision when it is open.
Why access is limited
The JSA opens and closes with the security situation. It is often suspended for long periods, so it cannot be guaranteed on any date.
Booking when it runs
When open, book well ahead with an approved operator, bring your passport and follow the dress code and strict rules of conduct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you visit Panmunjom and the JSA?
Sometimes. JSA access opens and closes with the security situation and is frequently suspended. When it runs it needs advance booking, a passport and a dress code.
What are the blue huts at Panmunjom?
They are conference buildings that sit directly on the border between North and South Korea, used for talks and the best known image of the JSA.