Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

4.3Km 2022-12-15

60-16, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2014-6901

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern art works by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the art works on display, since the museum's three buildings were designed by internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and Rem Koolhaas.

MUSEUM 1 houses traditional Korean art, such as calligraphy, paintings, ceramic arts, and metal craftwork, while MUSEUM 2 displays modern and contemporary art by both Korean and international artists.

Sinchon Sisters Hostel (신촌 시스터즈)

4.4Km 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.

Olive Young - Sinchon Rotary Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌로터리)

4.4Km 2024-04-18

1F, 133, Seogang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Yeonhui Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 연희)

4.4Km 2024-04-22

79, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Yukjeon Hoekwan (역전회관)

4.4Km 2024-03-19

47, Tojeong-ro 37-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-703-0019

Located in Mapo, Yukjeon Hoekwan is a Korean restaurant that has been selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul 2023. It has kept its original taste through four generations. The signature dish is the Bassak bulgogi (thin-sliced bulgogi), which is served without soup and has a moist juiciness, tender texture, and not-too-sweet seasoning. Patrons have the option to other dishes including yukhoe bibimbap (beef tartare bibimbap), nakji bokkeum (stir-fried octopus), bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork), and samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo). In addition, the handcrafted makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) made in their own brewery is a must-try.

Lindapick [Korea Quality] / 린다픽 [한국관광 품질인증]

4.4Km 2024-10-30

26-5, Itaewon-ro 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1326-4206

Lindapick is a guesthouse located a five-minute walk from Itaewon Station (line 6). The host of this new guesthouse, open in May 2021, prioritizes cleanliness by washing bedding and disinfect the whole place every time a guest leaves. The CCTVs that are installed outside and at the shared inner space are operated around the clock, strengthening the security. The light-lemon-color exterior walls of the accommodation and the muted-colored rooms are in harmony, forming a fresh and calm atmosphere. The room that can accommodate two persons shows how the host is considerate. A 100% natural aroma diffuser emits peppermint scent that makes guest unwind, and the lavender scent lets guests sleep tight. The kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave oven is where you can cook a simple dishes, and the air purifier and the washing machine let you enjoy a fresher rest. From the entrance to the room, there is a garden that is decorated as an outdoor terrace, where you can have a leisurely time sunning yourself.

Lansmere - Hannam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (란스미어 한남점)

4.4Km 2024-04-18

267, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Passion 5 (패션5)

4.5Km 2024-03-08

272, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2071-9505

Passion 5 is a bakery and dessert café located in an art gallery-like space. It is made up of four sections offering bread, cakes, chocolate, and coffee with their unique ambiences. The menu consists of nearly 300-400 dessert items drawn from baking traditions around the world, including cakes, pudding, and handmade chocolate.

Comme Des Garçons [Tax Refund Shop] (꼼데가르송)

4.5Km 2024-04-18

261, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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PLATFORM PLACE HANNAM[Korea Quality]/플랫폼 플레이스(한남점)[한국관광 품질인증]

4.5Km 2024-06-25

268 , Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-797-4628

Platform Place Hannam store, located near Itaewon Street in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, sells a selection of overseas brand products, including clothing, household items and kitchenware, stationery, and other designer items. Over 50 brands are featured, including Saint James, Neul, Norse Projects, Blue de Paname, Homecore, and Rocky Mountain Featherbed.The shop is right next to Hangangjin station on subway Line 6, and customers can also use a pay-for public parking lot.

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