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Gwanghwamun Gukbap (광화문국밥)

Gwanghwamun Gukbap (광화문국밥)

5.8Km    2024-06-19

53 Sejong-daero 21-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Gwanghwamun Gukbap is a dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup) restaurant operated by Chef Park Chanil. Its distinctive feature lies in using only black pork loin and shoulder to enhance the flavor. The signature dish is the dwaeji gukbap, which boasts a mild, clean, and deep flavor. In addition to that, they also offer dwaeji suyuk (boiled pork slices) and pisundae (sundae with pork blood). Known for its authentic taste of rice soup and rich broth, it's a popular destination for many.

Too Cool for School - Myeongdong Branch (투쿨포스쿨 - 명동점)

5.8Km    2020-06-15

17-1, Myeongdong 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2231-2710

The unique cosmetic brand TooCoolforSchool was introduced in 2009 and is a division of TODACOSA, the first chain cosmetic store in Korea. The name TooCoolforSchool reflects originality, experimentation, artistic sensibilities and the fresh, rebellious sprit of those in their teens, twenties, and thirties. The 3-story building in Myeongdong offers a cozy place for a little rest, entertainment and shopping spree for the fashion-minded cosmeholics.

Café de paris (카페드파리)

Café de paris (카페드파리)

5.8Km    2021-03-30

40, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-9646

A place where you can enjoy various Western dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is pane pasta. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Baekje Samgyetang (백제삼계탕)

Baekje Samgyetang (백제삼계탕)

5.8Km    2024-03-11

8-10, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-3267

Located in Myeongdong Street, Baekje Samgyetang is renowned for samgye tang (ginseng chicken soup). This long-standing establishment has been in business for two generations since 1971 so it has been featured on TV in Korea and other countries. In addition to samgye tang, they also serve chicken dishes such as dakdori tang (spicy braised chicken), roasted chicken, and jeonbok juk (abalone porridge), attracting numerous patrons.

Seoul Global Cultural Center (서울글로벌문화체험센터)

5.8Km    2019-03-18

27, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3789-7961~3

Seoul Global Cultural Center is located in the heart of Myeong-dong, Seoul's major shopping district. It is more than just an information center. It is an inviting space for global cultural exchange between residents and visitors.

The center not only offers information in English, Chinese, and Japanese, but also facilities such as free internet and coin-operated lockers. Moreover, the center regularly hosts cultural programs.

Libuk Sonmandu (리북손만두)

Libuk Sonmandu (리북손만두)

5.8Km    2019-08-28

17-13, Mugyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-7361

Libuk Sonmandu restaurant is located deep in the alleys behind Seoul City Hall in the Mugyo-dong area. It is famous for kimchimari bap and sonmandu (handmade dumplings). Kimchimaribap is rice in a soup of kimchi and ice cubes with various added flavorings that originated in North Korea. This is a refreshing dish for summer. Other items on the menu are bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) and mandu jeongol (dumpling hot pot).

Converse - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스 명동점)

Converse - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스 명동점)

5.8Km    2024-06-27

16-1, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Seoul Namsan Park (남산공원(서울))

Seoul Namsan Park (남산공원(서울))

5.8Km    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.

Olive Young - TIMEWALK Myeongdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 명동타임워크점)

5.8Km    2024-06-27

#108 and #109, 78, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Ai Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (아이약국)

Ai Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (아이약국)

5.8Km    2024-06-27

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

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