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Samseongsan Holy Ground (삼성산성지)

Samseongsan Holy Ground (삼성산성지)

14.6Km    2021-08-17

454-16, Hoam-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-875-2271

During the Gihae Persecution of 1839, three French Catholic priests were sentenced to death for spreading Catholicism in Korea. Saint Laurent Joseph Marius Imbert (Bishop), Saint Pierre Philibert Maubant (Priest), and Saint Jacques Honore Chastan (Priest) were beheaded on September 21, 1839 at Saenamteo, currently known as the Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs, and their bodies were buried at Samseongsan Mountain and later transferred to the grotto of Myeondong Cathedral.

Sangsang Platform (상상플랫폼)

Sangsang Platform (상상플랫폼)

14.6Km    2025-10-23

33 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

When the Incheon port opened in 1883, the Wolmi-ro area became the gateway to Korea, welcoming vistiors from overseas countries via sea route. Before transforming into the cultural and art complex of today, Sangsang Platform located by the Incheon Open Port used to be Asia's largest granary. Sangsnag Platform is remodeld to preserve the old granary structure while adding a contemporary touch that matches modern-day aesthetics. As the building once connected Incheon to the world, it now serves connect Incheon's past and the future as a multipurpose cultural tourism complex.

Incheon Local Festa (Jemulpo Wave Market) (인천 로컬 페스타 (제물포 웨이브 마켓))

Incheon Local Festa (Jemulpo Wave Market) (인천 로컬 페스타 (제물포 웨이브 마켓))

14.6Km    2025-10-23

33 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-10-2258-9475

Jaemulpo Wave Market is a special festival where one can explore the many different local brands in Incheon. Approximately 70 Incheon-based brands are participating to promote handmade products, home decor items, lifestyle  goods and more. During the festival period, Jemulpo Wave Vintage Market also takes place with 20 vintage sellers showcasing timeless products. Entertaining events are also planned, such as a DJ show, vintage auction, beer drinking contest, and more. 

Oh Slow Vintage Market (오슬로우 빈티지 마켓)

Oh Slow Vintage Market (오슬로우 빈티지 마켓)

14.6Km    2025-11-06

33 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-10-2258-9475

Oh Slow Vintage Market is the largest vintage market in Korea for those who pursue a slow life, with numerous teams participating in the market, including vintage, antique, second-hand, flower, and small items that align with the values of "slow life." The market is characterized by vintage items and furniture that have been around for a long time and have their own unique value, as well as rare antique items that have their own history and timeless beauty. Quality second-hand clothing and miscellaneous goods provide opportunities to purchase brand products or items in good condition at reasonable prices, going beyond just low prices. The flower section includes fresh flowers and pots for adding a personal touch. Additionally, there are stylish design items and beautifully crafted handmade crafts that enrich lifestyles. Visitors can enjoy an exciting atmosphere with DJ performances and can learn about participating vintage businesses and rare vintage products in detail through a vintage docent tour.

Troubadour - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (트루바두르 홍대)

Troubadour - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (트루바두르 홍대)

14.6Km    2024-04-18

F1, F2 (Donggyo-dong), 137, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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365 Pharmacy - Hongik Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (365약국 홍대)

365 Pharmacy - Hongik Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (365약국 홍대)

14.6Km    2024-04-16

365 Pharmacy, 43, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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LEESEL Hanbok (리슬한복)

LEESEL Hanbok (리슬한복)

14.6Km    2025-11-05

136-11, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hanbok, the beauty of Korea
It is a Hanbok brand that produced BTS Jimin's stage costumes and CHUNG HA's Hanbok worn in the 2022 season's greeting pictorial. The ‘Sochangui Maxi Coat’ worn by SHINee's TAEMIN received an explosive response and became more known. LEESEL x SPAO's collaboration pajamas gained great popularity not only among celebrities but also among the general public. In 2022, Hanbok debuted at Milan Fashion Week for the first time. The head office is located in Jeonju.

Wonhalmeoni Bossam Hongik University Station (원할머니보쌈 홍대역)

Wonhalmeoni Bossam Hongik University Station (원할머니보쌈 홍대역)

14.6Km    2024-03-19

10 Yanghwa-ro 18an-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-338-5356

Wonhalmeoni Bossam is a bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork) specialty restaurant located near Hongik University Station. Bossam is a dish where boiled pork is eaten with kimchi and various leafy vegetables. In winter, they offer a special dish called eorigul bossam (oyster wraps with pork), which is made with pork boiled with seasoned oysters. They also serve jokbal (braised pigs' feet) and yangnyeom jaengban bibim memilmyeon (jumbo spicy buckwheat noodles).

Tamiya - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (타미야(홍대점))

Tamiya - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (타미야(홍대점))

14.6Km    2024-04-16

7F YZ PARK, 176, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Idolllook - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이돌룩 홍대)

Idolllook - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이돌룩 홍대)

14.6Km    2024-04-18

4F, 74, Hongik-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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