Bank of Korea Money Museum (화폐박물관)

5.9Km 2024-03-18

39 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

This Renaissance-style three-story stone building is the museum of the Bank of Korea. The older Bank of Korea was established as the central bank of the Korean Empire in 1909 and has been designated as a National Historical Site. During the Japanese colonial period, the bank was renamed the Bank of Joseon, and the building was used as the main and head office of the Bank of Korea until 2001. The building has been used as the nation’s Money Museum since June 2001 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Bank of Korea. The museum has 13 exhibition rooms on two floors, with one basement floor and two above-ground floors. It holds special exhibitions of various currency and art collections to provide domestic and foreign visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the history and culture of currency. Visitors can learn about the Bank of Korea and the central banking system, as well as how to identify counterfeit notes and how money is produced and circulated. It is also a good place for children to learn about currencies from around the world. Advance reservations are required, and parking is not available. The museum can easily be reached via subway by getting off at Hoehyeon Station (Seoul Subway Line 4) and exiting through Exit 7.

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex·Dongdaemun Shopping Town (동대문 종합시장·동대문 쇼핑타운)

5.9Km 2025-06-30

266 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is one of Korea’s most well-known markets. It was founded in December 1970 as the largest of its kind in Asia and has maintained that status for the last 40 years. Browsing the plethora of shops, you can find fabric and clothing following all the latest global fashion trends. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex continues to build up its reputation as a hub of international design.

Namdaemun Market Bondong Clothing Shopping Center (남대문 본동의류상가)

5.9Km 2022-09-07

3-2, Namdaemunsijang 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-753-2805

Namdaemun Market Bondong Clothing Shopping Center maintains the traditional market atmosphere unique in Korea. It is home to a slew of restaurants, butcher's shops, and shops selling food items. Jungang-ro, in particular, houses many shops specializing in local Korean food products, attracting international tourists. The western side of Bondong Clothing Center is populated by shops selling stationery, art materials, and small electronics.

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가)

5.9Km 2021-09-15

266, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge hanbok shops. Most of the major hanbok and fabric distributors are located here. It offers a wide array of hanbok from traditional hanbok to modernized hanbok in addition to accessories and clothing materials. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is a popular spot among international tourists who want to experience traditional Korean culture and purchase various souvenirs.

NOON Square (눈스퀘어)

6.0Km 2020-05-07

14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3783-5005

NOON Square is a large shopping complex located at the center of Myeong-dong, known as a mecca of fashion and culture. It features a wide range of both domestic and international fashion brands. The highlight of NOON Square is Level 5 located on the 5th floor. Level 5 is designed with a concept of "multi-shop within multi-shop," featuring unique and original fashion goods designed by new independent designers. In addition, NOON Square is the first venue in Korea to install an outdoor escalator.

H&M - Myeongdong Branch No.1 (H&M - 명동1호점)

6.0Km 2015-12-18

14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3783-4881

H&M, established in Sweden in 1947, is a global fashion brand with more than 2,000 stores in over 35 countries throughout the world. There are currently three H&M stores in Korea.

The H&M Myeongdong branch no.1 occupies four floors, each with a unique interior, inside Noon Square (shopping mall). It sells a wide variety of clothes and other fashion items for women, men and children. It also introduces new designs and items by over 100 designers every day.

Hanyangguksu Donsamo (한양국수돈삼오)

6.0Km 2021-03-18

9, Jong-ro, 46-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-764-4718

This is a Korean cuisine located in Dongdaemun Gate, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is banquet noodles. A store where you can enjoy grilled meat and noodles together.

KINGKONG Budaejjigae Myeongdong Noon Square(킹콩부대찌개 명동눈스퀘어)

6.0Km 2020-10-30

6F, Noon, Square, , 14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3789-8812

This is a Korean cuisine located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. The representative menu is sausage stew. Budaejjigae (spicy sausage stew) is a soup dish made with various types of ham and Korean broth and sauces.

Thai GARDEN (타이가든)

6.0Km 2021-03-18

14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-754-3005

This is a Asian restaurant located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. A restaurant where the food is directly prepared and cooked by Thai chefs. The representative menu is pad Thai.

The Masyalla (더마샬라)

6.0Km 2021-03-24

14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-754-8939

Located near Myeongdong, this Indian restaurant is famous among office workers. This Indian (cuisine) restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is chicken curry.

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