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The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)

The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)

4.1Km    2022-12-29

29, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-709-3144

The War Memorial of Korea, located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, exhibits and preserves materials related to the Korean War and serves as a national moral educational venue. It was established on June 10, 1994 by the War Memorial Service Korea Society to commemorate the noble sacrifice of patriotic martyrs. The museum houses approximately 33,000 artifacts with about 10,000 on display at indoor and outdoor exhibitions. There are six separate indoor halls, including Expeditionary Forces Room, Patriotic Memorial Room, War History Room, 6·25 Korean War Room, Development Hall and Large Machinery Room. The outdoor exhibition showcases large-sized weapons. Visitors of all ages from children to adults can also participate in 20 various educational programs and diverse cultural events such as military music and honor guard events, drawing contest, cultural event and more. The character of War Memorial of Korea is ‘Mudori’ featuring a helmet symbolizing the protection of the nation and a bay leaf meaning peace.

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

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

4.2Km    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.

Eyedentity - Anam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이덴티티 안암)

Eyedentity - Anam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이덴티티 안암)

4.2Km    2024-04-18

1F, 92-1, Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Mosim (모심)

Mosim (모심)

4.2Km    2025-05-20

8 Gaeunsa-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Mosim is a Korean table d’hote restaurant that offers a variety of menus to choose from depending on the kind of dishes and the number of side dishes. The set menu, which includes main dishes, such as hwangtae gui (grilled dried pollack) and galbitang (galbi soup), and side dishes, such as salad, japchae, and seasoned vegetables, is plentiful in amount and variety enough to fill the table. There are menu items that can be enjoyed individually, such as samgyetang, bibimbap, and yukgaejang (spicy beef soup). The restaurant’s menu comprises nutritious dishes that soothe one's tired mind and body. The restaurant has private rooms that can accommodate 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, and 30 people, so it is a good option for guests seeking a quiet meal with the family or group gatherings.

Runners Club [Tax Refund Shop] (러너스클럽)

Runners Club [Tax Refund Shop] (러너스클럽)

4.2Km    2024-04-23

B188 Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Lotte Mart - Haengdang Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 행당역점)

4.2Km    2024-04-22

76, Haengdang-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Seodaemun Museum of Natural History (서대문자연사박물관)

4.2Km    2021-07-02

51, Yeonhui-ro 32-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-330-8899

Nestled at the foothills of Ansan Mountain, a natural resting area in the city, Seodaemun Museum of Natural History is the first natural history museum in the nation to be established by a government agency. Opened on July 10, 2003, the museum offers various opportunities to experience and learn about the environment. It also provides the chance to interact with animals and plants, teaching the value of life.

Lindapick [Korea Quality] / 린다픽 [한국관광 품질인증]

Lindapick [Korea Quality] / 린다픽 [한국관광 품질인증]

4.2Km    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.

yyk [Tax Refund Shop] (와이와이케이)

yyk [Tax Refund Shop] (와이와이케이)

4.3Km    2024-06-27

13, Itaewon-ro 54ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Series; Corner [Tax Refund Shop] (시리즈코너)

Series; Corner [Tax Refund Shop] (시리즈코너)

4.3Km    2024-04-23

244, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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