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National Hangeul Museum (국립한글박물관)

5.7Km    2022-12-15

139, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2124-6200

The National Hangeul Museum was established to preserve, spread, and develop the Korean alphabet, Hangeul. The museum showcases the history and value of Korean orthography, Korean’s most-valued cultural asset, through exhibitions, activities, and education. Occupying over 11,322 ㎡, the museum has one basement level and three ground levels, along with an outdoor grass field and rest area perfect for cultural events, exhibits, and education.

The museum is comprised of the Hangeul library on the first floor, a permanent exhibition hall, ㅎ Café, and cultural product shop on the second floor, and a planned exhibition hall and Hangeul playground for children and foreigners on the third floor.

Troubadour - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (트루바두르 홍대)

Troubadour - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (트루바두르 홍대)

5.7Km    2024-04-18

F1, F2 (Donggyo-dong), 137, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Lotte Himart - Mia Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 미아점)

Lotte Himart - Mia Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 미아점)

5.7Km    2024-04-16

10, Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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Yongsan Youth Festival (용산청년축제)

Yongsan Youth Festival (용산청년축제)

5.8Km    2025-10-23

221 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-10-9771-2090

The Youngsan Youth Festival, a wellness-themed event, invites both youths and residents to take the initiative for their well-being by achieving a balanced state of mental, physical, and social health. During the festival, visitors can enjoy dance performances, shows by popular singers, magic shows, traditional Korean music ensembles, and a commemorative ceremony featuring congratulatory remarks. 

Hongik Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (홍익약국)

Hongik Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (홍익약국)

5.8Km    2024-06-28

7, Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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E-Mart - Mia Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 미아)

5.8Km    2024-04-22

17, Dobong-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Innisfree - Hongdae Branch (No. 3) [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 홍대3호)

Innisfree - Hongdae Branch (No. 3) [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 홍대3호)

5.8Km    2024-04-17

1F, 12, Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Donsoobaek Hongdae (돈수백 홍대직영)

5.8Km    2024-03-19

74, 6-gil, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-324-3131

Located near Hongik Univ. Station, Donsoobaek specializes in dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup). Dwaeji gukbap is a dish originated in Busan, Gyeongnam Province, and is made with boiled pork in a broth made from pork bones. Their signature dish, Donsoobaek Set Menu, ise served with warm boiled pork slices and kimchi cabbage wraps with pork. 

MAADSTUDIO - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메드스튜디오 홍대)

MAADSTUDIO - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (메드스튜디오 홍대)

5.8Km    2024-04-16

1F Taehwa Plaza Bldg., 111, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Frientrip Co., Ltd. (주식회사 프렌트립)

5.8Km    2025-11-28

#G704, HEYGROUND, 115 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Frientrip is a wellness-based medical tourism service that integrates travel with personalized health management. It partners with certified medical institutions and trusted wellness providers to offer a seamless journey that combines check-ups, beauty and healthcare programs, and recovery experiences. KareTrip enables customers to conveniently schedule medical services while enjoying travel, providing tailored itineraries and on-site support as a comprehensive end-to-end service.