The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)

4.4Km 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.

Youngone Corporation [Tax Refund Shop] (주식회사 영원무역)

4.4Km 2024-04-19

159, Mallijae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Daesungjip (대성집)

4.4Km 2021-03-27

5, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-4259

Daejungjip has specialized in Dogani tang (ox knee joint soup) for 60 years. Customers can feel a simple and familiar ambience at the restaurant.

Olive Young - Sookmyung Women’s Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 숙대)

4.4Km 2024-04-18

19, Cheongpa-ro 45-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Suseongdonggyegok Valley (수성동계곡)

4.5Km 2023-08-17

185-3, Ogin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 서울특별시 종로구 옥인동

Suseong-dong Valley's stream runs down from Inwangsan Mountain and joins Cheonggyecheon Stream, and it is said that the name of the village was called Suseong-dong during the Joseon dynasty due to the loud and clear sound of the flowing water. It appears in the painting "Jangdong Palgyeongcheop," which is Jangdong Eight Scenic Views, that depicts the eight scenic views of Bugaksan Mountain and Inwangsan Mountain as well as in other historical books of the Joseon dynasty as a place of scenic beauty. The valley was so famous for its beauty, that Prince Anpyeong of the Joseon dynasty built his house "Bihaedang" to fully enjoy the view, and the valley and its stone bridge were designated as a cultural property of Seoul in 2010.

Cheongpa Mansion (청파맨션)

4.5Km 2021-03-29

20, Cheongpa-ro 47na-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-706-9093

You can enjoy coffee roasted by a professional barista. This cafe is located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is americano.

Hotel Elleinn (엘르인호텔)

4.5Km 2020-06-11

24, Hangang-daero 71-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul-si
+82-2-792-8700

Hotel Elleinn is a top-tier business boutique hotel. It is only ten minutes away from Seoul Station and Yongsan Station, so it is a convenient choice for travelers arriving or departing by KTX trains. It is also close to subway stations Namyeong (Line 1) and Samgakji (Lines 4 and 6).

The hotel features a European-style interior and various convenient facilities including a coin-operated laundry room for long-term guests, and a business center with a printer, a copy machine, and a fax machine. All guestrooms are equipped with up-to-date desktop computers with a high speed internet connection. A bar in the basement can be used for business meetings.

With many tourist attractions nearby, including Myeongdong, Itaewon, Namdaemun Market, Dongdaemun Market, Yongsan Electronics Mall Complex, N Seoul Tower, the War Memorial, and the National Museum, this is a very convenient hotel for business, sightseeing, and shopping.

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang (인왕산 더숲 초소책방)

4.5Km 2024-03-06

172 Inwangsan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang is a bakery and book café located along the trail of Inwangsan Mountain, remodeled from an old police station. Surrounded by glass walls within the forest, it blends seamlessly with nature, offering a panoramic view of Namsan Tower through the transparent windows. On the second floor terrace, guests can enjoy the scenic view of Seoul. Freshly baked bread and desserts are available daily, and the venue occasionally hosts book talks and music concerts.

E-Mart - Hawolgok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 하월곡)

4.6Km 2024-04-22

167, Jongam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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CU - Jangan Tourism Hotel Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu장안관광호텔점)

4.6Km 2024-06-27

377, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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