Bank of Korea Money Museum (화폐박물관) - Area information - Korea travel information

Bank of Korea Money Museum (화폐박물관)

861.3M    2024-03-18

39 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

This Renaissance-style three-story stone building is the museum of the Bank of Korea. The older Bank of Korea was established as the central bank of the Korean Empire in 1909 and has been designated as a National Historical Site. During the Japanese colonial period, the bank was renamed the Bank of Joseon, and the building was used as the main and head office of the Bank of Korea until 2001. The building has been used as the nation’s Money Museum since June 2001 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Bank of Korea. The museum has 13 exhibition rooms on two floors, with one basement floor and two above-ground floors. It holds special exhibitions of various currency and art collections to provide domestic and foreign visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the history and culture of currency. Visitors can learn about the Bank of Korea and the central banking system, as well as how to identify counterfeit notes and how money is produced and circulated. It is also a good place for children to learn about currencies from around the world. Advance reservations are required, and parking is not available. The museum can easily be reached via subway by getting off at Hoehyeon Station (Seoul Subway Line 4) and exiting through Exit 7. 

Deoksugung Stone Wall Path (덕수궁 돌담길)

Deoksugung Stone Wall Path (덕수궁 돌담길)

862.8M    2025-01-10

24 Sejong-daero 19-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Deoksugung Stone Wall Path runs along the wall of Deoksugung Palace. It is beautifully lit and landscaped, giving it a romantic atmosphere even at night. There are street performances and flea markets, and the area boasts many famous cafes and restaurants along Jeongdong street. In autumn, the ginkgo trees and walls form a stunning scene. Close to major cultural facilities such as the Seoul Museum of Art and Seoul Museum of History, it attracts numerous visitors come for a stroll.

Chir Chir Myeongdong(치르치르 명동)

Chir Chir Myeongdong(치르치르 명동)

863.6M    2021-02-19

21, Myeongdong7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-773-0101

A Korean fusion-style chicken restaurant.The most famous menu is Fried Boneless Chicken.A chicken specialty restaurant located in Myeong-dong , Seoul.

Chireuchireu Myeong-dong Station(치르치르 명동역)

Chireuchireu Myeong-dong Station(치르치르 명동역)

863.6M    2020-11-25

7 Myeongdong 8ga-gil Jung-gu Seoul
+82-2-3789-9737

This is a place that sells various types of fusion chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is fried chicken.

Tteok Museum (떡박물관)

Tteok Museum (떡박물관)

864.5M    2021-09-29

71, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-741-5447

The Tteok Museum displays over 2,000 Korean kitchen utensils and tteok (rice cake) related items, arranged by various themes. The displayed utensils are handmade household necessities that are ingenuous, yet reveal the lifestyle of the working class. The elderly may relive fond childhood memories and the younger generation can experience the wisdom of ancestors through the rare kitchen utensils.

Jilsiru -Rice Cake Café (떡카페 질시루)

Jilsiru -Rice Cake Café (떡카페 질시루)

864.5M    2020-04-24

71, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-741-0258

Jilsiru is a modern cafe serving a panoply of traditional snacks. Customers may enjoy the wide variety of tteok (rice cake), hangwa (Korean traditional sweets & cookies), and traditional organic beverages at this cafe with a sophisicated interior.

Ziozia Ssts - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지오지아  SSTS 명동점)

Ziozia Ssts - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지오지아 SSTS 명동점)

866.8M    2024-04-22

6, Myeongdong 8na-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Converse - Myeong-dong Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스명동중앙점)

Converse - Myeong-dong Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스명동중앙점)

867.5M    2024-07-01

3, Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Hostel Tommy (호스텔 토미)

868.1M    2021-05-27

66, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-744-6844

Hostel Tommy is located in the Jongno district, right in the middle of Seoul. The location is within walking distance from some of the major tourist attractions such as Changdeokgung Palace, Samcheong-dong, Insa-dong, Cheonggyecheon Stream, Myeong-dong, and Dongdaemun Shopping Center. Jongno 3-ga Station (Seoul Subway Line 1, 3 & 5) and the Airport Bus Stop are also easily accessible from the hostel, making travel by public transportation convenient. The hostel provides free international calls and wireless internet access to guests. Friendly and helpful staff that speak English, French, or Japanese are always available to make sure guests have a comfortable stay. All rooms have a bathroom, mini-fridge, TV, towels, and a hair dryer. Toast, eggs, coffee, juice and jam are served for breakfast every morning.

Bunni Studios Optical - Myeongdong Branch (바니스튜디오 안경(명동역점))

Bunni Studios Optical - Myeongdong Branch (바니스튜디오 안경(명동역점))

868.6M    2024-04-02

21 Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Bunni Studios is an optical store geared toward the younger generation, offering quality glasses and color contact lenses. The staff are able to provide service in a range of foreign languages, including English, Japanese, and Chinese. Bunni Studios collaborates with popular lens producers, and offers over 500 types of lenses. Shoppers can also have products delivered to their hotel within Seoul if they shop does not have the item in stock. International tourists can make tax-free purchases.