Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone (종로 청계 관광특구)

7.6Km 2021-12-30

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1861

Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone stretches from Seorin-dong to Changsin-dong between Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jong-ro. It includes Youth Street, Gwangjang Market, Sewoon Electronics Department Store, lighting stores, pharmacy & medical device stores, badge stores, Stamp Street, Stationery · Toy Market, Aquarium Street, Shoes Market, and other markets totalling to approximately 14,000 shops. Nearby attractions include modern high-story buildings as well as Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Deoksugung, and Unhyeongung Palaces, Jongmyo Shrine, and Insa-dong, merging traditions, modernism, culture, and markets alike.

Thought to be at the heart of Seoul, Cheonggyecheon Stream is located in the dense cultural area of Seoul where various press networks, organizations, bookstores and other major corporations are situated. Walking along Cheonggyecheon Stream is a famous activity for tourists. Also, the area is the venue for the Seoul Lantern Festival every winter. Keeping its traditional scene including narrow alleys, old-fashioned hanok buildings and various stores still fully intact, the tourist zone has enough fun places for sightseeing as well as tasty restaurants in every corner for a more enjoyable visit.

Olive Young - Donam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 돈암점)

7.6Km 2024-06-27

39, Dongsomun-ro 22-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Ddabong House (따봉하우스)

7.6Km 2021-03-27

73, Kyungheedae-ro 4-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-962-2885

This store specializes in instant tteokbokki. This restaurant's signature menu is stir-fried rice cake. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul.

HANILKWAN - Gwanghwamun Branch (한일관 광화문)

7.6Km 2024-03-18

50, Jong-ro 1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-7557

It is a store that has been operating with a long tradition since 1939. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is bulgogi.

Gyeongbarwon (경발원)

7.6Km 2021-03-26

34, Mangu-ro 21-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2244-2616

It is a Chinese-run store. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is sweet and sour chicken.

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History (대한민국역사박물관)

7.6Km 2022-12-27

198, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3703-9200

The National Museum of Korean Contemporary History opened on December 26, 2012, and showcases Korea's modern history, from the opening of Incheon Port to current times. The museum provides an in-depth look at the changes in the nation through exhibitions and educational programs, as well as researching, developing, and collecting materials. The museum is comprised of four exhibition halls; Prelude to the Republic of Korea, Foundation of the Republic of Korea, Development of the Republic of Korea, and Modernization of South Korea, toward the World. In addition, the Korean History Dream Village features a hands-on program hall for children to learn modern and contemporary history. In addition to special exhibitions, the museum also offers educational and cultural programs for children.

European Christmas Market (유러피언 크리스마스 마켓)

7.6Km 2024-12-03

B1 Samseongyo-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2241-6381

European Christmas Market aims to exchange and promote cultural values with international visitors and local residents by celebrating Christmas according to its area of origin, Europe. Visitors can experience European Christmas through food, music, performances, and other enjoyable events.

Seoul Former Russian Legation (서울 구 러시아공사관)

7.6Km 2020-06-18

21-18, Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-5882

The Russian Legation was built in a Renaissance style in 1890. Russian architect, A. J. Scredin Sabatine designed the structure. In 1895, during the Joseon dynasty, the Eulmisabyeon Incident took place as a show of force by the Japanese.

Empress Myeongseong-hwanghu was emerging as a strong figure in Korea at a time when a power struggle between Japan, China, Russia, and other powers were taking place. Japanese Minister, Miura Goro saw her as a threat and ordered her assassination. After hearing news of the Empress’s assassination, King Gojong and the Crown Prince sought refuge in the Russian Embassy for one year.

After 1945, the Soviet Union took over the embassy until it was almost completely destroyed by a fire during the Korean War [1950~1953]. The only remaining parts of the building are the tower and basement areas. The building was restored to its current condition in 1973 and is now enjoyed by many as a public park.

Jigum - Jongno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (JIGUM 종로)

7.6Km 2024-04-18

F1, F2, 21-8, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Gangdong-gu Office Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강동구청)

7.6Km 2024-04-18

19, Seongnae-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

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