Closest Starbucks to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) with a view of North Korea, a suspension bridge, and an observatory.
The Starbucks cafes are located on the top floor of the Aegibong Peace Park. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Janggang River and North Korea.
The Aegibong Starbucks is located within a restricted section of the DMZ that requires visitors to pass through a military checkpoint. Just 1.4 kilometers across the Imjin River lies North Korea's border county of Kaepung. From the peak, visitors can easily see North Korean civilian villages and Songaksan Mountain.
The AP described the Starbucks Aegibong as "a powerful symbol of security," while CNN noted that "you can even see North Koreans walking around," calling it "one of the few ways to look inside North Korea without crossing the border.