Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁)

1.4Km 108531 2024-07-09

45 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-724-0274

Gyeonghuigung Palace, a designated Historic Site, was originally called the large palace by Saemun Gate, or the Western Palace, for its location within the city. It was not until the eighth year of Gwanghaegun (1616) that the palace was used as a royal residence for the king, changing the name to Gyeongdeokgung Palace. The name later changed again to the current Gyeonghuigung Palace in 1760. The palace grounds included many halls but they were mostly all burned down in a fire in 1829. After the Japanese occupation began, all remaining buildings on the site were torn down and the palace grounds were turned into Gyeongseong Middle School (now Seoul High School). The school moved to Gangnam area in 1987, afterwhich the previous location was turned into a park. The palace grounds currently hold Seoul Museum of Art and walking paths, as well as a restoration of Heunghwamun Gate, the main gate of the palace, and Sungjeongjeon Hall, the main hall, completed in November 1994.

Gongpyeongdong Kkomjangeo (공평동꼼장어)

1.4Km 54 2021-03-26

29, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-738-1769

It is a place where you can eat in the atmosphere of a cart bar that is often featured in Korean dramas. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled sea eel. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Olens - Gwanghwamun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 광화문)

1.4Km 0 2024-04-18

1F, 82, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

-

Youngone Corporation [Tax Refund Shop] (주식회사 영원무역)

1.4Km 0 2024-04-19

159, Mallijae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

-

Gwanghwamun Plaza (광화문 광장)

1.4Km 196840 2023-11-23

172, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Gwanghwamun Plaza was opened to the public in August 2022 after renovation. Sejong-ro, the main street of Seoul with 600 years of history, has been reborn as a space for historical and cultural experiences by restoring Yukjo Street. Woldae (Elevated Ceremonial Stage) was reconstructed at the entrance of the "Plaza that Recovers the History of Gwanghwamun," and the statue of Haetae, an imaginary animal that judges good and evil, has been restored. In addition, traces of Yukjo Street, the main street of Hanyang in the past, were restored in the ‘Plaza that recreates the scenery of Yukjo Street’ near Sejong-ro Park, with a scale model installed. This is an excellent place for a stroll with beautiful scenery, including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bugaksan Mountain.

Amdwaeji Oyangsikgwan (암돼지오양식관)

1.4Km 155 2021-03-19

11, Jong-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-8088

A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Jongno, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled pork belly. Skin-on pork belly is actually the same as grilled pork belly BBQ.

National Meteorological Museum of Korea (국립기상박물관)

1.4Km 0 2024-03-26

52 Songwol-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

A museum where one can look at Korea's meteorological observation history and technological development through exhibitions. The museum has the world's first rain gauge, invented in 1441, in the early Joseon dynasty. The museum operates approximately 350 meteorological observatories across Korea and focuses on promoting the uniqueness and excellence of Korea's meteorological science. There are permanent collections and special exhibitions. The permanent collections focus on the history of meteorological science in Korea. At the same time, the special exhibitions take a closer look at the history and information about meteorological science and natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes) that occurred in various regions of Korea. There are experience programs related to meteorological science, such as making a rain gauge or learning about rain gauges.

Kumkang Shoes - Jongno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (KK종로지점(금강 금강제화))

1.4Km 0 2024-04-17

81, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

-

Kumkang Land Rover - Jongno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (CL종로지점(금강 랜드로바))

1.4Km 0 2024-06-27

81, Jongro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

-

Seoul Namsan Park (남산공원(서울))

1.4Km 306420 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.

Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁) - Area information - Korea travel information