Korea House (한국의집)

7.1Km 2024-10-28

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Korea House was opened in 1981. It is a traditional Korean building that introduces the culture and lifestyle of Koreans, where you can experience traditional architecture and a classical atmosphere. The building was built in the style of the Joseon Dynasty's Jagyeong-jeon building at the Gyeongbok Palace. It is the only building built in the traditional architectural style. You will feel its antiquity as you enter the building.

It is divided into the Haerin-gwan (a space for people to get acquainted with each other), the Traditional Theater, and three annex buildings (Munhyang-ru, Nokeum-jeong and Cheongwu-jeong). At Haerin-gwan, you can enjoy traditional music at Garak-dang and try traditional food at Sohwa-dang. In the square of Garak-dang you can view a traditional wedding (on the weekends) or people playing folk games. Also, at the Traditional Theater, about 156 seats are available, and in the afternoons Human Cultural Assets or members of the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts and the National Corps members present traditional music and dances. Sinayui, Salpuri, Pansori, the Drum Dance and the Bongsan Mask Dance are the most popular programs for foreigners. The programs are all explained in English and Japanese.

In the Cultural Gift Shop you can view various crafts made by traditional craftsmen. It is always open and the crafts are for sale as well. There are pottery, ceramics, golden crafts, knots and embroidery etc; approximately 500 pieces of artwork made by craftsmen from 20 different fields. Next to the House of Korea is the Namsan-gol Hanok Village where visitors can explore traditional houses.

Korea House (한국의집)

7.1Km 2024-03-05

10 Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2266-9101

Located in the center of Seoul, Korea House is a must-visit tourism spot as a high-end cultural complex offering Hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), traditional refreshments, traditional performance arts, and traditional weddings, allowing visitors to feel the beauty of Korean culture and the taste of Korea. Guests can also enjoy the elegant beauty of hanok.

Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

7.1Km 2021-06-30

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2270-1190

Korea House Café & Art Shop strives to promote traditional crafts and culture through handmade traditional Korean products. They also play an important role in the production of traditional crafts globally.
The shopwares are created using traditional patterns, designs, and sculptural aesthetics in accordance with craftsmanship that has been passed down for generations. Visitors can also learn more about the culture of Korean crafts at the shop. They also offer counseling for traditional wedding ceremonies.

Namsangol Hangawi Festival Samsamorak (남산골 한가위축제 삼삼오락)

7.1Km 2024-10-02

28 Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6358-5533

Namsangol Hangawi Festival Samsamorak is a traditional culture event that takes place every year during the Chuseok holiday period. Through the festival, visitors of all ages and nationalities can enjoy various culture programs for free at Namsangol Hanok Village in the heart of Seoul.

Homeplus - Jamsil Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 잠실)

7.1Km 2024-04-18

16, Olympic-ro 35ga-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Homeplus Jamsil Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스잠실)

7.1Km 2024-04-18

16, Olympic-ro 35ga-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Queens Bucket - Dongdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (쿠엔즈버킷 동대문)

7.1Km 2024-04-18

5-4, Toegye-ro 64-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

7.1Km 2024-04-17

410, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Autumn and Winter of the Lake and the Luminaries (호수의 가을과 겨울,그리고 루미나리에)

7.1Km 2024-11-21

206 Songpanaru-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2147-2110

The 2024 Autumn and Winter of the Lake and the Luminaries Festival is held with a theme of "Dream, Universe & Love." The Luminaries Festival, a repesentative festival of Songpa-gu during autumn and winter, lights up the areas of Seokchonhosu Lake with illuminations, photo zones and more. Various events and performances are planned throughout the festival for visitors to enjoy.

Cheonggyesan Mountain (청계산)

7.1Km 2024-03-20

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2155-6870

Standing at 618 meters above sea level, Cheonggyesan Mountain boarders the area of Yangjae-dong, Seoul and Gwacheon-si, Seongnam-si, and Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do. From the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Seoul's city center and Gyeonggi-do. The mountain is well-maintained with various hiking trails, making it easy to climb even for beginners. In the fall, the mountain is known for its stunning fall foliage, attracting numerous visitors.

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