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CU - Mapo IVY Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu마포아이비점)

3.0Km    2024-06-27

1F, #B101, 136, Seogang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul,

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Olive Young - Dohwa-dong Mapo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 마포도화)

Olive Young - Dohwa-dong Mapo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 마포도화)

3.0Km    2024-04-18

20, Samgae-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Gwangjang Market Hanbok Shops (광장시장 한복매장)

Gwangjang Market Hanbok Shops (광장시장 한복매장)

3.0Km    2019-09-16

88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2267-0291

Unlike many other traditional markets, Kwangjang Market has preserved its rich history and maintained the feel of a traditional market, shying away from modernization. Operated by kind-hearted merchants that embody the warmth of the Korean people, the market is a great place to eat delicious food and purchase various items at inexpensive prices.

Hanbok shops in Kwangjang Market focus on traditional hanbok rather than modernized hanbok, which are said to be more practical than their traditional counterpart. Beautiful hanbok are available at 30% off their average asking price.

PKM Gallery (PKM갤러리)

PKM Gallery (PKM갤러리)

3.0Km    2024-03-18

40 Samcheong-ro 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

PKM Gallery, now providing 397 square meters of exhibition space, includes a main building with a maximum x_height of 5.5 meters comprising two upper stories and a two-story basement. PKM+, an annex built in 2018, has one upper story and a basement floor and is equipped with a boutique-like gallery space.
The gallery not only exhibits the works of leading figures in Korean contemporary art, but has also succeeded in introducing renowned international artists to the Korean audience. As an incubator for emerging young artists, PKM Gallery has been organizing exhibitions to encourage their growth as leading artists of the next generation. PKM gallery, the first among the Korean galleries invited to participate in the Frieze Art Fair in 2004, played a major role in advancing Korean contemporary art to the global art market.

Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate (창덕궁 인정문)

Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate (창덕궁 인정문)

3.0Km    2025-01-14

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3668-2300

Serving as the main gate of Injeongjeon Hall, Injeongmun Gate was established in 1405 (5th year of King Taejo’s reign during the Joseon dynasty). Later on, the gate was destroyed by multiple fires during the Imjin War (Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592), therefore current form of the establishment displays designs that are more often seen in the late 19th century's. In addition, a lot of subsidary marks and buildings are removed from the original places and relocated passing the time, however, still remains to represent prestigious ambience.

Injeongmun Gate served as the place for several coronation ceremonies of kings, prince's succession of throne, and many other national affairs celebrated by the royal members who gathered and aligned around this gate.

Sinchon Sisters Hostel (신촌 시스터즈)

Sinchon Sisters Hostel (신촌 시스터즈)

3.0Km    2024-12-23

24 , Baekbeom-ro 2-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-10-4354-1613

Sinchon Sisters is a friendly guesthouse in Mapo-gu, Seoul, that caters for young travelers. Rooms are for two, three or four people, and each room has its own bathroom. There is no separate dining area, but you can bring food into your room and there’s a microwave for visitors’ use. Washing machines and dryers are also provided (payment needed). Transport is convenient: Sinchon Station and Sogang University Station are a 5 minutes’ walk away, and there are bus stops nearby - including for the airport express bus service. The Hongdae, Hapjeong, Mangwon, and Sangsu areas are all nearby.

Yukjang Galbi Sinchon(육장갈비 신촌)

Yukjang Galbi Sinchon(육장갈비 신촌)

3.0Km    2020-10-30

1F, 30, Yonsei-ro, 5da-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-322-9200

This is a Korean cuisine located in Sinchon, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled beef ribs. Well-known even for grilled pork ribs.

Gogi Changgo (고기창고)

3.0Km    2021-03-30

34-4, Yonsei-ro 7-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-323-9090

A famous meat restaurant, with a history of 20 years in Shinchon. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled pork belly. This BBQ restaurant is located in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul.

Olive Young - Sinchon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌역)

Olive Young - Sinchon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌역)

3.0Km    2024-04-18

79, Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Eunjujeong (은주정)

Eunjujeong (은주정)

3.0Km    2024-03-12

32, Changgyeonggung-ro 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2265-4669

Situated near Gwangjang Market, Eunjujeong focuses on kimchi jjigae. Served wrapped in lettuce, it offers a unique delicacy. They also sell barbecued pork belly, which is grilled in the traditional Korean style. After finishig the meal, it's recommended to take a walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream right in front of the restaurant. Across Cheonggyecheon Stream is Gwangjang Market, which is also worth exploring, enriching the experience of the area.