Harmony Mart - Insa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하모니마트 인사) - Area information

Harmony Mart - Insa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하모니마트 인사)

7.7Km 2024-04-17

1F (Gwanhun-dong), 38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Lush Korea - Daehangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (㈜러쉬코리아 대학로점)

7.7Km 2024-04-22

27, Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Space Moda [Korea Quality]스페이스 모다[한국관광 품질인증]

7.7Km 2025-05-15

19-17 , Samseongyo-ro 6-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-10-9952-0152

Space Moda is a quiet, modernized hanok nestled in an alley in Seonggwak Village next to Naksan Park in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, and is let out as a single house. The guesthouse aims for zero waste and low energy use, and encourages sustainable travel. A small yard serves as a resting place for travelers. Guests will enjoy exploring the neighborhood’s many cafes, restaurants, and bars, all a short walk away; while transportation access is good, with Hansung University Subway Station nearby. There is a car park a short distance away.

Lloyd - Daehangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로이드 대학로)

7.7Km 2024-04-17

1F, 31, Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Deoksugung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (덕수궁 왕궁수문장교대의식)

7.7Km 2025-07-11

99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-737-6444

Deoksugung Palace has held a guard changing ceremony since 1996 after thorough historical research by leading historians. The ceremony, which is held in front of Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace, is a tradition similar to the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace and offers a rare opportunity to experience royal culture. The royal gate is opened and closed at pre-determined times, and the gatekeepers in charge of guard duty and patrols hold a shift ceremony three times a day.

The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a highly recommended event for tourists. It is held three times a day, with each ceremony following the same procedure and lasts for forty minutes to an hour, and the ceremony is free of charge. There are no ceremonies on Mondays as well as on severely cold or hot days.

As the ceremony begins, the changing of the guards commences replete with traditional musical instruments, and exchanges a password for verification. An eight-minute guard ceremony ensues, followed by a seven-minute change ceremony, and finally a patrol that completes the ceremony. The procedure takes a dramatic turn when 18 guards in six official positions beat a drum and bellow some orders.

The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a great opportunity to experience a rare traditional scene. The guards’ splendid costumes, with their brilliant primary colors, are a pleasure to view. Once the ceremony is over, visitors can take pictures with the gatekeepers.

Jeongdong Observatory (정동전망대)

7.7Km 2022-08-11

15, Deoksugung-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Jeongdong Observatory is located on the 13th floor of Seoul City Hall Seosomun building. The observatory has a cafe inside where visitors can enjoy a drink while gazing upon the magnificent view of Deoksugung Palace from above. In addition, the walls of the cafe are decorated with photos of old Jeongdong.

Innisfree - Daehangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 대학로)

7.7Km 2024-04-19

51, Daehak-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Museum Kimchikan (뮤지엄 김치간)

7.7Km 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.

Uniqlo - Sadang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 사당)

7.7Km 2024-04-18

B1 of Pastel City Sadang, 11, Bangbaecheon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Seoul Namdaemun (라마다 호텔앤스위트 서울남대문)

7.7Km 2024-12-23

27 , Chilpae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-775-7000

Ramada Hotel and Suites Namdaemun in Jung-gu, in the heart of Seoul,is famousd of for foreigner tourists and vacationers. Transport is convenient, with Seoul Station and City Hall Subway Station close by. Major Seoul tourist attractions such as Namdaemun Market, Myeong-dong, Gwanghwamun, and Deoksugung Palace are easily reachable on foot. A range of room types are offered, and additional facilities include a business center, restaurants, cafes, and an underground shopping mall. Dogs are allowed in rooms, but an extra cleaning fee is payable.

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