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Chosungmin Opticals [Tax Refund Shop] (조성민안경콘택트)

2.5Km    0     2024-06-28

72, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Internet Eyewear [Tax Refund Shop] (인터넷안경)

2.5Km    0     2024-06-27

72, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Insa-dong (인사동)

Insa-dong (인사동)

2.5Km    873652     2024-05-17

62, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-0222

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes.

The galleries are the heartbeat of Insa-dong. There are about 100 galleries in the area offering every example of traditional Korean fine art from paintings to sculptures. The most famous galleries are Hakgojae Gallery, which functions as the center of folk art, Gana Art Gallery, which promotes many promising artists, and Gana Art Center.

The teahouses and restaurants are the perfect complement to the galleries. They are hidden deep within the twisting alleyways, making it feel like a treasure hunt. The shops in Insa-dong are very popular among all age groups, because each one is unique.

Every Saturday from 14:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, the main street is blocked to vehicular traffic and it becomes a cultural space. Stores set up booths outside and Korean candy merchants and fortune teller stalls can easily be found; there are traditional performances and exhibits as well. Insa-dong is especially popular among international tourists. This is where they can experience and see traditional Korean culture first-hand, and also purchase pieces of fine art.

HiKR Ground (하이커 그라운드)

HiKR Ground (하이커 그라운드)

2.5Km    1     2024-03-15

40 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Located inside the Korea Tourism Organization Seoul Center, HiKR Ground is a Korean tourism publicity center where visitors can experience K-pop and view media art at the same time. The name 'HiKR Ground' embodies the meaning that Korea (KR) will greet ("Hi") global tourists and become a playground. Notably, it provides Korean tourism content in multiple ways for the younger generation to enjoy. On the first floor, there is a space to enjoy various media arts through the large media screen HiKR Wall, where visitors can see "Landscape of the New City" by media artist Lee Lee-nam, and Korean tourism videos submitted by global hallyu fans. On the second floor, visitors can make their own K-pop music videos using the XR Live Studio. At the window facing the restored Cheonggyecheon Stream, there is a  mesmerizing artwork called ''North Wall'' by installation artist Suh Do-ho. On the third and fourth floors, visitors can get immersed in Korean local tourism through various arts, experiences, and exhibitions.

We Ride (위라이드)

We Ride (위라이드)

2.5Km    3     2023-07-28

40 , Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

"The best way to tour Seoul"
With WeRide's certified tour guides, travelers can experience unforgettable memories by riding an electric bicycle to attractions hidden all over Seoul. The tour takes 2 hours and 30 minutes, and participants can safely tour around Seoul with a professional guide. The fun of electric bicycles adds to the joy of the guide's story of Korean culture. If there are guests who cannot ride bicycles, they can use electric rickshaws. There is also a bicycle rental service for bicycle riders traveling in Korea.

Myeongdonggil Sinsin (명동길신신)

Myeongdonggil Sinsin (명동길신신)

2.5Km    148     2021-03-18

64, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-772-9489

This is a Korean cuisine located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. Bulgogi with green onion is another famous offering. The representative menu is spicy braised beef short ribs.

Jejuga (제주가)

Jejuga (제주가)

2.5Km    620     2021-08-04

64, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-5959

You can enjoy a large amount of delicious grilled Korean beef. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is grilled Korean beef rib eye steak.

The Hanok (더 한옥)

The Hanok (더 한옥)

2.5Km    78     2021-03-24

75, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-743-7470

You can enjoy coffee in a hanok (Korean house). This restaurant's signature menu is coffee. This cafe is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Tasaki - Lotte Avenuel Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (타사키 에비뉴엘)

Tasaki - Lotte Avenuel Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (타사키 에비뉴엘)

2.5Km    0     2024-04-17

81, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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