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Seoul International Writers' Festival (서울국제작가축제)

Seoul International Writers' Festival (서울국제작가축제)

1.2Km    2025-07-30

26 Insadong 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-8826-5207

Seoul International Writers' Festival was founded in 2006 with aims to lay a foundation for connecting Korean literature and international literature. This year's theme is "() Meets the Eye," inviting attendees to explore the beauty of literature that is much more than meets the eye.

Ground Seesaw Seochon (그라운드시소 서촌)

1.3Km    2023-01-17

18-8, Jahamun-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Ground Seesaw is a cultural complex located in Seochon, Jongno presented by Media & Art, an exhibition production company, and designed by SoA, an architecture firm, and Loci Studio, a landscaping studio. Visitors are able to check out a variety of exhibits at Ground Seesaw Seochon.

Beauty Play (뷰티플레이)

Beauty Play (뷰티플레이)

1.3Km    2025-11-14

73 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Beauty Play is a K-beauty experience center operated by the Korea Cosmetics Industry Institute and supported by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. It offers a wide variety of sample Korean beauty products for testing  as well as diverse beauty experience programs such as makeup touch-up service (choice of base, eyes, or lips), personal color test, and skin evaluation. Visitors can also ask for product recommendation based on their skin type or skincare concerns. Beauty Play also frequently hosts free one-day classes, which are announced online via its official website. It also hosts a variety of sample product giveaway events and the exhibited products get changed every two months, allowing visitors to get familiarized with lesser known quality products as well.

Gallery Simon (갤러리 시몬)

Gallery Simon (갤러리 시몬)

1.3Km    2022-09-15

20, Jahamun-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-720-3031

Since its opening in April, 1994, Gallery Simon has continued to focus on promoting the beauty of modern art. Exhibitions include works from experienced artists as well as the works of budding artists, both from Korea and abroad. Select artists, referred to collectively as "Simon's Friends," have exhibitions annually. The changing collections allow the museum and featured artists to constantly strive for improvement and follow the changes in art over time.

Seochon Village (서촌마을)

Seochon Village (서촌마을)

1.3Km    2024-12-02

45 Pirundae-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Nuha-dong)

Seochon Village is the name given to the area to the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a historic village, home to old shops and hanok buildings that have stood the test of time. Korean traditions and contemporary sensibilities coexist within Seochon Village’s maze-like alleyways, creating the unique ambience that makes the district so beloved. One can find shops, guesthouses, cafés, and restaurants in the village.

Lotte Outlets - Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데아울렛 서울역점)

Lotte Outlets - Seoul Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데아울렛 서울역점)

1.3Km    2024-07-30

405, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

- Located in the heart of transportation at Seoul Station, LOTTE Seoul Station offers convenience with easy access to nearby public transport and parking and holds a diverse selection of brands under the YOUNG & SPORTY concept. Experience top-notch services tailored to our foreign guests in our Global Service Room.

Harmony Mart Myeong-dong Station Branch (하모니마트 명동역점)

Harmony Mart Myeong-dong Station Branch (하모니마트 명동역점)

1.3Km    2024-12-23

58 , Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-2269

Harmony Mart Myeongdong Station Branch is a discount supermarket specializing in Korean products popular with foreign tourists. It’s on the 1st basement floor of the Shinil Building annex, just a minute's walk from Exit 8 of Myeongdong Subway Station, Jungu, Seoul. Shop here for kimchi, seaweed, ginseng products, tea, ramen, handicrafts, daily necessities and souvenirs. English, Chinese, and Japanese are spoken, and payments can be made in yen and yuan. With purchases of KRW 50,000 or more, there’s free delivery to accomodations within a 5km radius.

Reberry Clinic Myeongdong (리베리의원 명동점)

1.3Km    2025-11-28

#201, 2nd Floor & #301, 3rd Floor, 58 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

1. A dedicated medical director is personally assigned to each client, ensuring responsible and individualized care.
2. We go beyond consultation — every session is a professional medical treatment.
3. With our LifeBiz AI-powered 3D analysis camera, we provide an objective and precise facial assessment.
4. Our treatments are guided by a scientific skin-type classification system for accurate and tailored results.
5. Through 3D facial analysis, pigmentation diagnosis, and skin-type classification, we design a fully customized treatment pathway.
6. At Libery Clinic Aesthetic, we offer not only advanced medical procedures, but also warm décolleté and therapeutic massage care for a holistic experience.

Museum Kimchikan (뮤지엄 김치간)

Museum Kimchikan (뮤지엄 김치간)

1.3Km    2025-06-19

(4-6th floor, Maru Art Center), 35-4 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Museum Kimchikan is a museum dedicated to kimchi in Insa-dong’s Maru Art Center. The exhibition details the culture, history, trajectory, and efficacy of kimchi and teaches the visitors how to make kimchi through videos. Visitors can also sample different types of kimchi. The museum offers both individual and group experience programs.

Seoullo 7017 (서울로 7017)

Seoullo 7017 (서울로 7017)

1.4Km    2025-10-24

405, Hangang-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Originally opened in 1970, Seoullo 7017 was an elevated road that crossed over the Seoul Station railway, but when it became dilapidated and unusable for traffic, it was converted into a park in 2017. It is about 17 metres above the ground and offers a panoramic view of the Seoul Station Railway and the city of Seoul. It is directly connected to Seoul Station.