Cheongwadae Sarangchae (청와대사랑채)

9.0Km 2025-07-18

45 Hyoja-ro 13-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-723-0300

Cheongwadae Sarangchae is an “open cultural space” for everyone. Throughout the facility, travel library-themed spaces and tourism-related exhibitions are set up providing distinctive experiences for visitors interested in learning more about Korea. By exploring Cheongwadae Sarangchae and its surroundings, visitors can expand their discovery and get a deeper insight as they travel Korea. Cheongwadae Sarangchae consists of exhbition halls on the first and second floors, with convenient amenities such as a nursing room, storage lockers, accessible restrooms, a gift shop, and a cafe.

Daeo Bookstore (대오서점)

9.0Km 2024-10-14

55 Jahamun-ro 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Daeo Bookstore is the oldest bookstore in Seoul that has been maintained in one place since it opened in 1951. Recently, it has been refurbished as a cultural space with a cafe, where one can enjoy coffee, exhibitions, and performances while looking at the yard. Visitors who just want to browse can purchase a souvenir postcard set for admission. Taking a closer look at books that feel the years and objects that have traces of use, they appear to come rather new.

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

9.0Km 2024-04-22

167, Jongam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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The Street in front of Cheongwadae (The Blue House) (청와대 앞길)

9.0Km 2020-03-21

Gungjeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

The street in front of Cheongwadae (the Blue House) is open to the public and includes both Hyoja Samgeori (Hyoja three-way intersection) in Hyoja-dong and Palpan Samgeori (Palpan three-way inetersection) in Palpan-dong. When walking along Hyoja-ro Road from Gyeongbokgung Station, sights include a fountain, Mugunghwa Garden, Yeonmugwan Hall, and Daegogak & Yeongbingwan Hall.

Cheongwadae Sarangchae consists of one basement level and two above-ground levels, including Korean Culture Exhibition Hall, Planned Exhibition Hall, a gift shop, and rest area (Korean Food Promotion Hall, Café) on the first floor and Cheongwadae Hall and Haengboknuri Hall on the second floor. Daegogak Hall houses a book donated to former president, Kim Young-sam for expressing the past spirit of Sinmungo (Petitioner's drum from Korean History). Yeonmugwan Hall is a martial art and fitness center for guards. Mugunghwa Dongsan, formed after the ansa (Safe House) was demolished in 1993, includes a well, mock fortress, and rest area. Located behind Mugunghwa Dongsan is Apostolic Nunciature in Korea and Chilgung (Seven Palaces).

At the beginning of the street in front of Cheongwadae, dense trees and beautiful flower gardens decorating both sides of the road make it a nice place for taking a walk. The area from the north gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Chunchumun, to the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Geonchunmun, is Samcheongdong-gil Road. This road is home to many art galleries, including Kukje Gallery, Growrich Gallery, Gallery Hyundai, and Jin Art gallery, in the area of Hyoja-ro.

Ca'del Lupo (까델루뽀)

9.0Km 2020-04-27

5-5, Jahamun-ro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-5233

Ca'del Lupo is an Italian restaurant, closely located to Paris Baguette in Hyoja-dong, Jongno-gu near Gyeongbokgung Palace Station. Though the restaurnat masters delicious homemade Italian cuisine on the inside, the exterior is wholly Korean. This unique combination of Hanok (traditional Korean house) style housing and Western foods is drawing a lot of people to Hyoja-dong. The great mix of both cultures can be seen in the sophisticated decorations and from the amazing food. The herbs they use are picked directly from the restaurant's personal garden. But to enjoy the atmosphere here, you will have to make a reservation far in advance.

Tongin Market (통인시장)

9.1Km 2025-06-19

18 Jahamun-ro 15-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Tongin Market dates back to June 1941, as a public market set up for Japanese residents near the Hyoja-dong neighborhood when Korea was still under Japanese rule. After the Korean War, the nation experienced a swift rise in population, which led to a natural increase in consumption and demand. As a result the area’s street vendors and stores used the former Tongin Market area as their marketplace. Now, Tongin Market consists of 75 stores, most of which are restaurants and grocery stores. There are also some shops selling manufactured goods like underwear and shoes.

Haeunjae (하은재)

9.1Km 2024-12-23

68-10 , Jahamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-504-0904-2414

Ha Eunjae is a private hanok stay in Seochon Village, just west of Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul. The accommodation comprises a bedroom with queen-size bed, a kitchen, a movie room, and two bathrooms. The movie room is fitted out with a Bose sound system, a beam projector, and a large screen, with a movable footbath as a bonus. The kitchen is equipped for simple cooking. Guests staying 2 nights or more during the week receive a 10% discount, and towel replacement and cleaning services are provided for stays of 3 nights or more. Ha Eunjae is close to major tourist attractions such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Samcheong-dong.

Cafe Unt (카페언트)

9.1Km 2023-10-24

97, Namtaeryeongyet-gil, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Cafe Unt serves excellent handmade cheesecake in a residential district in Gwacheon-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. In addition to its signature menu, handmade cheesecake, it also offers scones, basil sandwiches, jambon beurre, and soup, along with beverages like coffee, latte, tea, and ade. The view of the forest beyond the window gives the interior space an art gallery-like atmosphere. The underground floor also has a wide space with a high ceiling, so one can enjoy a comfortable stay there with a cup of coffee.

Hangang Paradise (한강파라다이스)

9.1Km 2024-03-25

252 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-447-3333

Hangang Paradise is a renowned Italian restaurant nestled in Yeouido Hangang Park. It offers a diverse menu featuring items such as steak, pizza, dongaseu (pork cutlet), and bulgogi deopbap (stir-fried bulgogi served with rice), with the tenderloin steak being the standout dish. Guests can savor their meals while enjoying the picturesque views of the Hangang River. Additionally, Hangang Paradise operates a quay for duck boats, adding to its allure as a favored destination for those visiting the Hangang River area.

Mapook (마포옥)

9.1Km 2021-03-24

312, Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-6661

It’s a 2020 Michelin Guide restaurant. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is brisket and ox bone soup.

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