Seodaemun Prison History Museum (서대문형무소역사관)

2.4Km 2024-12-02

251 Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Seodaemun Prison was built under the Japanese administration to imprison independence movement activists. It first opened on October 21, 1908 under the name Gyeongseong Prison. Eventually, so many activists were imprisoned that the building had to be expanded. At that time, the name changed to Seodaemun Prison on September 3, 1912. Eighty years later, the prison was turned into Seodaemun Independence Park on August 15, 1992 to commemorate the Korean patriots who were tortured in prison, giving their lives for freedom. Of the many buildings, only seven were preserved for their historical significance, among which three prison buildings and the execution site were designated as a Historic Site. In 1998, the park underwent another transformation into today's Seodaemun Prison History Hall to educate the public on the importance of Korea's independence and the sacrifices of those who fought to achieve it.

Hongsugye Jjimdak(홍수계찜닭)

2.4Km 2020-10-30

5F, M, Plaza, 27, Myeongdong8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-772-9389

This is a Korean cuisine located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. A store selling Korean-style dishes of chicken with soy sauce. The representative menu is braised chicken.

Myeongdong Mudeungsan Jeongyuk Sikdang (명동무등산정육식당)

2.4Km 2021-03-29

27, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-9292

It is a beef restaurant that serves dinner but also sells meals as special lunch menus. This restaurant's signature menu is marinated grilled ribs. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Obok Dakhanmari - Euljiro Branch(오복닭한마리 을지로)

2.4Km 2021-04-15

32-3, Eulji-ro, 27-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2285-4578

This is a Korean cuisine located in Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul. It sells boiled chicken in clear broth. The best menu at this restaurant is noodle soup with chicken.

Chungmuro Ttukbaegi (충무로뚝배기)

2.4Km 2021-03-18

43, Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2272-0068

Well-known for Korean spicy stew. The representative menu is kimchi stew. This Korean cuisine is located near Euljiro 3(sam)ga Station, Seoul.

Myeongdong Kyoja (명동교자)

2.4Km 2024-03-25

29 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-5348

Since 1970, Myeongdong Kyoja has been a staple in Myeongdong for its kalguksu (noodle soup), believed to be the progenitor of the Myeongdong-style kalguksu known for its rich broth and delicious gyoja (mandu). The restaurant's hallmark dish, kalguksu, features handmade noodles served in a deep, flavorful broth. In addition to its famous noodle soup, other beloved dishes include mandu and bibim guksu (spicy noodles).

Best Western Premier Hotel Kukdo (베스트웨스턴 프리미어 호텔국도)

2.4Km 2020-04-04

164, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6466-1234

The Best Western Premier Kukdo (opened on March 1, 2007) was the first Best Western in Korea. Since then, the Best Western chain has expanded to include 15 different facilities (a total of 1,900 guestrooms) located all around the country.

Best Western Premier Kukdo offers subsidiary facilities such as a fusion restaurant, sky lounge, fitness center, and business center. Each of the 295 guestrooms has a bidet and high speed internet. Double rooms have a shower booth, while twin rooms have a bathtub.

From the sky lounge (21F) guests can get a great view of Bukhansan Mountain, Cheongwadae, Dongdaemun shopping center, and Myeongdong, not to mention a bird’s-eye view of Seoul nightscape. The hotel also offers VIP rooms that can accommodate up to 20 people and a number of other conveniences that makes this an ideal choice for those traveling for business. Myeongdong and Dongdaemun are only a 10-20 minutes away on foot.

Seoul Global Cultural Center (서울글로벌문화체험센터)

2.4Km 2019-03-18

27, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3789-7961~3

Seoul Global Cultural Center is located in the heart of Myeong-dong, Seoul's major shopping district. It is more than just an information center. It is an inviting space for global cultural exchange between residents and visitors.

The center not only offers information in English, Chinese, and Japanese, but also facilities such as free internet and coin-operated lockers. Moreover, the center regularly hosts cultural programs.

Gaehwa (개화)

2.4Km 2021-03-26

52-5, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-0508

Located a short walking distance away from Myeong-dong's Chinese Embassy, Gaehwa boasts 50 years of tradition as the 3rd Chinese restaurant chain in Korea. Gaehwa's jajangmyeon (noodles in black bean sauce) and palbochae (stir-fried seafood and vegetables) are extremely popular. This is a great place for a quick meal, as it serves plenty of food at affordable prices. Gaehwa has been using the same traditional cooking style and unchanging service values to create a comfortable atmosphere like visiting home.

Jeju Mihang (제주미항)

2.4Km 2021-03-19

30-1, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-319-1213

A place where you can enjoy dishes using well-known materials on Jeju Island. The best menu at this restaurant is braised cutlassfish. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

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