Ikseon-dong Hanok Street (익선동 한옥거리)

908.5M 2025-06-19

Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Ikseon-dong is a place where the harmony of alleys and hanok houses exudes beautiful charm and is a must-visit spot for tourists of all ages and genders. It is also an area that connects the younger and older generations.

Seoul Former Russian Legation (서울 구 러시아공사관)

909.3M 2020-06-18

21-18, Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-5882

The Russian Legation was built in a Renaissance style in 1890. Russian architect, A. J. Scredin Sabatine designed the structure. In 1895, during the Joseon dynasty, the Eulmisabyeon Incident took place as a show of force by the Japanese.

Empress Myeongseong-hwanghu was emerging as a strong figure in Korea at a time when a power struggle between Japan, China, Russia, and other powers were taking place. Japanese Minister, Miura Goro saw her as a threat and ordered her assassination. After hearing news of the Empress’s assassination, King Gojong and the Crown Prince sought refuge in the Russian Embassy for one year.

After 1945, the Soviet Union took over the embassy until it was almost completely destroyed by a fire during the Korean War [1950~1953]. The only remaining parts of the building are the tower and basement areas. The building was restored to its current condition in 1973 and is now enjoyed by many as a public park.

Meongseokjip (멍석집)

909.7M 2021-03-29

7, Donhwamun-ro 11da-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-766-4620

This restaurant is frequently used as a place for group dinners by office workers. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled pork belly. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Manseon Hof (만선호프)

914.9M 2024-03-15

19, Eulji-ro 13-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2274-1040

Located in Euljiro Nogari Alley, Manseon Hof is a beer bar. The place is bustling late at night with people drinking beer and eating snacks like nogari (dried young pollack) and fried chicken at sidewalk tables. It is a great place to enjoy a cold draft beer and grilled dried young pollack dipped in spicy sauce and mayonnaise. Golbaengi muchim (sea snail salad) and gyeran mari (rolled omelet) are also other popular accompaniments.

Whixcom [Tax Refund Shop] (휙스컴)

915.3M 2024-04-18

20-1, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Sooga (수가)

919.3M 2021-03-18

42-1, Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-5575

This is a Korean cuisine located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. A restaurant specializing in seolleongtang (ox bone soup) and suyuk (boiled beef slices). The representative menu is assorted boiled meat slices.

Jeonjugol Sutbulgalbi (전주골숯불갈비)

919.2M 2021-03-22

15, Donhwamun-ro, 5ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-2582

It is famous as a regular hang-out spot of the well-known Korean MC (Hae Song). This restaurant's signature menu is grilled beef ribs. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Jeongtong Junghwayori Joaru - Myeong-dong Branch(정통중화요리조아루 명동)

919.8M 2021-04-16

1-8, Hoehyeon-dong, 3(sam)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-779-7897

A Chinese restaurant frequented by workers in Myeong-dong. This restaurant's signature menu is noodles in black bean sauce. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Larva Town (라바타운)

921.8M 2022-12-23

1, Gyeonghuigung 1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4609-6492

Larva Town is divided into areas of three different themes: TUBAn Yard, TUBAn Goods, and Cafe Wingcle. TUBAn Yard greets visitors with animation character Larva dressed up as a gatekeeper from the Joseon dynasty along with other amusing sculptures that serve as excellent props for taking souvenir photos. The yard is open to public, welcoming any passerby to stop by and relax. As for TUBAn Goods, the shop is filled with character merchandise targeted towards consumers of diverse age range. Featured characters include TUBAn's iconic Larva, Dinocore, and Wingcle. After looking around TUBAn Yard and TUBAn Goods, visitors can stop by Cafe Wingcle where they can enjoy a cup of coffee with dessert surrounded by adorable Wingcle and friends.

Shinsegae Duty Free Shop - Myeong-dong Branch (신세계면세점 명동점)

923.6M 2017-06-13

77, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Opened in May 2016, the Shinsegae Duty Free Store in Myeong-dong offers culture, tourism, and shopping on the 8-12 floors of the main branch of Shinsegae Department Store. The shops sell famous international brands as well as top Korean brands for a global shopping experience. The store is located nearby popular tourist attractions N Seoul Tower and Namdaemun Traditional Market, making it easy to enjoy tourism and shopping in one location.

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