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National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관)

National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관)

2.1Km    2025-06-30

137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

The National Museum of Korea houses a vast collection of artifacts from ancient times to the modern era in a wide range of topics, including art and culture. The museum houses a Children's Museum, where visitors can learn more about the nation's history through educational programs and experiences. The outdoor grounds feature pagodas and other stone artworks too large to be on display inside.

In addition to galleries with a wide array of national and international pieces, the National Museum of Korea is a stage for a number of cultural activities related to collection, preservation, research and analysis, social training, academic publications, intercultural exchange programs, concerts, and more.

Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관 어린이박물관)

Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관 어린이박물관)

2.1Km    2021-09-15

137, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2077-9000

The Children’s Museum of the National Museum of Korea is an experience-oriented museum where children can see, touch, and feel history through hands-on programs and games. The permanent exhibition hall displays replicas of historical items so children can learn about Korea’s cultural heritage in a fun and interactive way. Children can also experience the lifestyle and wisdom of the past through experience programs.

CheongKwanJang - Hangangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 한강로)

CheongKwanJang - Hangangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 한강로)

2.1Km    2024-04-18

1F, Junggwanjang Hangang-ro Branch, 159-1, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Jangseungbaegi Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 장승배기역)

Olive Young - Jangseungbaegi Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 장승배기역)

2.1Km    2024-04-22

#106, 11, Jangseungbaegi-ro 11ga-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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Danggogae Catholic Martyrs' Shrine (당고개순교성지)

Danggogae Catholic Martyrs' Shrine (당고개순교성지)

2.1Km    2020-03-18

139-26, Cheongpa-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-711-0933

Danggogae Catholic Martyrs' Shrine is located on the small hill just five minutes away from Yongsan Eletronics Market. 10 Catholics were martyred on this hill during the Gihae Persecution in 1839 including Choi Gyeong-hwan (Francis)'s wife Lee Seong-rye (Maria).

Nine of the 10 martyrs are now recognized as saints. Lee Seong-rye, the mother of Father Thomas Choi Yang-eop (Korea's second ordained priest), has not yet been canonized although she did suffer martyrdom. The reason was that the mother briefly put aside her faith because of the pressures of raising five children after she had her oldest son, Thomas. However, the difficulty of combining these two interests was eventually overcome and she died a martyr.

Aside from serving as a memorial site, Danggogae Catholic Martyrs' Shrine also offers a commanding view of Seoul. Nearby tourist attractions include Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs, which is a Catholic church with Korean architecture, and Yongsan Family Park.

Mensyu (멘슈)

Mensyu (멘슈)

2.3Km    2021-03-29

394, Yeouidaebang-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-761-5285

It is a ramen specialty store where you can enjoy Japanese ramen dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is instant noodles. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Seogeulleongtang (서글렁탕)

Seogeulleongtang (서글렁탕)

2.3Km    2021-04-20

394, Yeouidaebang-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-8858

This is a restaurant serving pork belly soaked in a special sauce. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is grilled pork belly.

Seoul National Cemetery (국립서울현충원)

2.3Km    2024-03-07

210, Hyeonchung-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-813-9625

Seoul National Cemetery is a national cemetery for individuals who worked or fought for Korea and sacrificed their lives. It encompasses those who fought for Korea's independence from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, those who perished in the Korean War (1950-1953), and former presidents, totaling over 165,000 individuals. There are exhibition halls and parks with related artifacts. Shuttle buses are provided for the convenience of visitors.

Chamdaegutang (참대구탕)

Chamdaegutang (참대구탕)

2.4Km    2021-09-01

3, Hangang-daero 62-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-798-7380

This is a Korean cuisine located in Itaewon, Seoul. Clear fish soup boiled with codfish (fish). The best menu at this restaurant is codfish stew.

Hope See Channel Eyewear [Tax Refund Shop] (호프씨채널안경)

2.4Km    2024-06-27

Store #103, 383, Yeouidaebang-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu

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