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Seoul Papyrus [Tax Refund Shop] (서울파피루스)

Seoul Papyrus [Tax Refund Shop] (서울파피루스)

5.8Km    2024-04-19

136, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Mapo Yangji Seolleongtang (마포양지설렁탕)

Mapo Yangji Seolleongtang (마포양지설렁탕)

5.8Km    2024-02-22

6 Saechang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Mapo Yangji Seolleongtang, opened its doors in 1977. The distinctive feature of this seolleongtang (ox bone soup) establishment is its clear broth with minimal meat odor, showcasing the rich flavor of deeply boiled beef bones and the sweetness of beef brisket. Served in a hot pot, it is accompanied by freshly cooked rice and hot soup. In addition to the signature dish, they also offer variations like naejangtang (offal soup), kkoritang (oxtail soup), joktang (ox feet soup) and doganitang (ox knee soup).

Deoksugung Palace's Daehanmun Gate (덕수궁 대한문)

Deoksugung Palace's Daehanmun Gate (덕수궁 대한문)

5.8Km    2025-01-13

99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-771-9951

Located near City Hall station, Daehanmun Gate is the main gate of Deoksugung Palace, one of the princiapl five palaces of Joseon dynasty. The name "Daehan" means wish for eternal prosperity of the Korean Empire. In front of the gate, the Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is held twice daily, along with the reproduction of costumes and style throughout the year.

Jeongdong Culture Night (정동야행)

Jeongdong Culture Night (정동야행)

5.8Km    2025-05-20

99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-4625

Jeongdong Culture Night is dedicated to promoting the history and culture of Jeongdong, a neighborhood in Jung-gu, Seoul. The festival programs allow participants to understand how the history is connected to today's culture and offers an opportunity to view Jeongdong's cultural facilities in a different perspective.

Olive Young - Jeungmi Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 증미역)

5.8Km    2024-04-17

1F Woorim Blue Nine Service Center, 583, Yangcheon-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Bukchon Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (북촌약국)

Bukchon Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (북촌약국)

5.8Km    2024-06-27

71, Yulgok-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Cheonggye Pharmacy - Cheonggyecheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (청계약국 청계천)

5.8Km    2024-04-17

14, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Owl Museum (부엉이박물관)

Owl Museum (부엉이박물관)

5.8Km    2022-09-19

143, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3210-2902

The Owl Museum is filled with over 2,000 pieces of owl-themed arts and crafts collected from all over the world by the owner. Renovated from a house, the museum has a feel of an antique café as the owner offers a cup of coffee or tea to visitors. Located near the city, those interested in owls should stop for a view and a drink. Various stories of how the collection was gathered as well as information on owls are also interesting.

Seoul Marina Club & Yacht (서울마리나 요트&클럽)

Seoul Marina Club & Yacht (서울마리나 요트&클럽)

5.8Km    2025-04-14

160 Yeouiseo-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-8400

Located right behind the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, this marina facility has a rather unique scenery that one cannot easily find in Korea, thanks to the view of the Hangang River and the yachts moored at the marina. Professionals operate the yachts here, so safety is guaranteed. Yacht rides here are popular because one can enjoy a sailing experience in the city center. Another draw of the yacht rides here is the scenery of Seoul, especially at night.

Mijin (미진)

Mijin (미진)

5.8Km    2024-03-06

19 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-1954

Mijin is a Korean-style cold buckwheat noodle restaurant located near Gwanghwamun, specializing in Korean-style naeng memilguksu (cold buckwheat noodles). They offer a broth that is richer in flavor compared to Japanese soba bonito soy sauce, along with chewier buckwheat noodles. The restaurant produces the broth and noodles in-house and serves them directly to customers. The cold broth and buckwheat noodles condiments can be adjusted according to preference. Another popular menu is the memil jeonbyeong (buckwheat crepe) filled with bean sprouts, bean curd, aged kimchi, and ground pork.