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National Souvenirs Center [Tax Refund Shop] (한국관광명품점)

5.4Km    2024-04-23

14, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Seoul Namsan Park (남산공원(서울))

Seoul Namsan Park (남산공원(서울))

5.5Km    2024-03-18

231 Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

Namsan Mountain rises in the heart of Seoul at an altitude of 265 meters and has been a significant landmark since the Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), leaving behind several ruins. It was heavily damaged in the early 20th century, but was partially restored in 1968 with the creation of the park. Highlights include Namsan Tower and love locks left by numerous couples. Visitors can also easily reach the top by a cable car or bus.

Yangbandeck (양반댁)

5.5Km    2024-03-18

19-18 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-733-5507, +82-2-730-1112

Yangbandeck is a traditional Korean house in Insa-dong, serving ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab) and bori gulbi (barley-aged dried yellow croaker). Theganjang gejang is made from crabs filled with roe, matured in soy sauce. The taste of barley-aged dried yellow croaker, made from dried yellow croaker matured in sea breeze and served on top of rice, is exceptional. Each meal comes with a hot pot rice, and side dishes such as soybean paste jjigae, pancakes, kimchi, and japchae are served as standard.

Seoul Museum of Craft Art (SeMoCA) (서울공예박물관)

Seoul Museum of Craft Art (SeMoCA) (서울공예박물관)

5.5Km    2025-06-19

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

The Seoul Museum of Craft Art (SeMoCA), the first public museum of craft art in Korea, opened its doors in Anguk-dong, Jongno-gu, in July 2021 after renovating five buildings of the former Pungmoon Girls’ High School. SeMoCA studies and shares not only works, but also information, records, people, and environment related to craft art with the goal of becoming a dynamic platform for experiencing the technical, practical, artistic, and cultural values of craft.
 SeMoCA holds a collection that comprises various crafts and craft materials covering multiple fields and eras from the traditional to the present. SeMoCA also holds exhibitions that feature the history of craft from traditional to contemporary art as well as local and children’s crafts, along with programs that utilize the museum’s craft installations, craft archives, craft library, and craft resource management system.
The site of the museum has deep historical roots as it is also the Andong Secondary Palace Site, where a detached palace was constructed as a royal residence for King Sejong’s son Prince Yeongeung, and served as a venue for royal celebrations, such as the wedding of King Sunjong. The site is also at the center of Jongno-gu, where Joseon-era master artisans (“gyeonggongjang”) of the royal palace produced and delivered craft works.

Gukje Embroidery - Insa-dong Branch (국제자수원 3호점 (인사동))

Gukje Embroidery - Insa-dong Branch (국제자수원 3호점 (인사동))

5.5Km    2020-05-07

41, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-723-0830

Opened in 1979, Kukjae Embroidery specializes in embroidered crafts using traditional Korean patterns. Every product is delicately and elegantly crafted by master artisans. Kukjae Embroidery is known as a frequent destination of foreign dignitaries. It offers a seminar where international tourists can learn how to make embroidered crafts.

Four Points by Sheraton Josun Seoul Myeong-dong (포포인츠 바이 쉐라톤 조선 서울 명동)

Four Points by Sheraton Josun Seoul Myeong-dong (포포인츠 바이 쉐라톤 조선 서울 명동)

5.5Km    2022-06-09

36 , Samil-daero 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Four Points by Sheraton Josun Seoul Myeong-dong branch is a unique hotel located in Eulji-ro, Seoul. The hotel is located near Eulji-ro and Myeong-dong making it the perfect accommodation for business and leisure guests. There is a restaurant, lounge & bar, fitness center, meeting room, and business center.

Converse [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스)

Converse [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스)

5.5Km    2024-04-19

142, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Areumdaun Cha Bangmulgwan (Beautiful Tea Museum) (아름다운차박물관)

Areumdaun Cha Bangmulgwan (Beautiful Tea Museum) (아름다운차박물관)

5.5Km    2019-08-02

19-11, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-6678

In addition to gourmet restaurants, traditional tea houses are a popular destination in Insa-dong. Among them, we recommend Areumdaun Cha Bangmulgwan, where you can taste more than 100 types of tea, including Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Taiwanese. The shop also serves as a museum and gallery. Enjoy a leisurely cup of tea as you appreciate the art that is on display.

Jogeum (조금)

Jogeum (조금)

5.5Km    2021-03-29

62-4, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-725-8400

It is a Japanese-style hot pot rice store. The best menu at this restaurant is Hot Stone Pot Rice. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Daeseong Hanjeongsik (대성한정식)

Daeseong Hanjeongsik (대성한정식)

5.5Km    2021-03-30

10, Insadong 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-4407

It is a hidden famous restaurant in Insa-dong. The best menu at this restaurant is soy sauce marinated crab set menu. This Korean table d'hote restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.