Hanaro Optics [Tax Refund Shop] (하나로안경원)

3.5Km 2024-04-19

48, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Deoksugung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (덕수궁 왕궁수문장교대의식)

3.5Km 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.

Choeun Optical - Hoehyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (조은안경 회현)

3.5Km 2024-04-22

Joeun Eyewear, 42, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Choeun Optical [Tax Refund Shop] (조은안경)

3.5Km 2024-06-27

42, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Mangwon Hangang Park (한강시민공원 망원지구 (망원한강공원))

3.5Km 2025-10-23

467 Maponaru-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Near Mapo-gu, Mangwon Hangang Park is situated on the northern part of the river, between Wonhyodaegyo Bridge and Seongsandaegyo Bridge. It offers lush grass perfect for picnics and promenades. Since it’s located close to the World Cup Stadium, this spacious park is often full of residents and visitors. There is a wide array of excellent amenities: a bike trail, an outdoor swimming pool, sports facilities, and a dock for water sports such as yachting, waterskiing, and motor boating. Cultural attractions near the park include Mangwon Pavilion and Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine.

New Kaist Eyewear [Tax Refund Shop] (뉴카이스트안경원)

3.5Km 2024-04-22

12-2, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Optical Manager - Namdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (안경매니져남대문점)

3.5Km 2024-06-27

1F and 2F, 2-1, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Hongje Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홍제역점)

3.5Km 2024-04-17

1F, and 2F, 446, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Runner Station at Yeouinaru Station (여의나루역 러너스테이션)

3.5Km 2025-11-06

343 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

With Seoul’s skyscrapers and the scenic Hangang River, Yeouido has become the top destination for Korean runners. In response to the growing popularity of running along the Hangang among the MZ generation, Yeouinaru Station introduced Runner Station, equipped with essentials like lockers and media boards displaying popular running routes. Wrap up your day with a refreshing run in Yeouido.

Boram Optical [Tax Refund Shop] (보람안경)

3.5Km 2024-06-26

25-3, Namdaemunsijang-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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