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Seoul Hiking Tourism Center - Bugaksan Branch (서울도심등산관광센터(북악산))

Seoul Hiking Tourism Center - Bugaksan Branch (서울도심등산관광센터(북악산))

2024-03-05

88 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Bugaksan branch of Seoul Hiking Tourism Center is located on Samcheong-dong Culture Street and provides various services to hikers. It provides hiking course guidance and information (available in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese) about the mountains of Seoul, including Bukhansan, Bugaksan, and Inwangsan Mountains, as well as promotional materials such as Seoul hiking tourism guidebooks and maps. Also, it operates hiking tour programs with various themes every week for foreigners and offers hiking gear rental services such as hiking boots, hiking attire, trekking poles, gloves, and crampons for foreigners. (Koreans accompanied by foreigners can also rent the gear.) In addition, there is a storage locker and lounge for visitors, so they can pack up and rest before hiking.

Unification Village (통일정보화마을)

Unification Village (통일정보화마을)

2025-01-17

330-7, Baegyeon-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Paju’s Unification Village is located north of the Civilian Control Line (CCL). It has security tour locations, such as Panmunjeom, The 3rd Tunnel, and the Dora Observatory. The village is also famous for its agricultural products, such as Jangdan ginseng, Jangdan soybeans, and Jangdan rice, grown in the fertile and blessed nature of the area. Applications for Panmunjeom visits can be made a month in advance, starting from the 10th day of that month. Visitors are required to bring their passports for identification purposes. Nearby tourist sites include Imjingak Pavilion and Paju Book City. 

Dae Jang Geum Park (용인 대장금파크)

Dae Jang Geum Park (용인 대장금파크)

2024-10-21

25 Yongcheon drama-gil, Baegam-myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dae Jang Geum Park is the largest historical drama set of MBC in Korea, featuring various architectural sets reconstructed from different historical periods. The park includes facilities such as the Dae Jang Geum Memorial Set, Mangyeongjeon Hall, Gyujanggak Library, Donggungjeon Palace, and the Inspection Department. It has served as the filming location for famous TV series like "Jumong," "Lee San, Wind of the Palace," and "The Great Queen Seondeok," as well as movies such as "The Face Reader" and "The Treacherous." Visitors can immerse themselves in history at the royal costume experience room, where they can wear traditional costumes and take photos on the various sets. Additionally, guests can enjoy their time at the herbal teahouse and souvenir shops.

Hyusimjeong (휴심정)

2024-03-07

611-25 Imbangul-daero, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

Hyusimjeong is a multicomplex complete with Second One, a bakery cafe; Oat, a restaurant offering fusion cuisine; a pop-up store zone; and a gallery; all surrounded by a large garden, creating the perfect location for rest. The garden appears to be in bloom all year round thanks to the advanced landscaping that mixes over 28 species of trees and 30 species of flowering grasses.

Paradise City Cimer (파라다이스시티 씨메르)

2024-12-13

186 Yeongjonghaeannam-ro 321beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

Paradise City Cimer on Yeongjongdo Island, Jung-gu, Incheon, opened in September 2018. The word 'Cimer' combines the French words 'ciel' and 'mer,' meaning the sky and the sea, respectively. The facility spans an area of approx. 13,000 square meters and can accommodate approx. up to 2,000 people. The luxurious and trendy Aqua Spa Zone features dynamic LED media art and unique pool parties with differentiated concepts, as well as swimming pools.

KstarROAD 한류스타거리 (KstarROAD Hallyu Star Road)

2024-03-05

394, Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The K-Star ROAD is a place to meet the stories of celebrities who were at the forefront of the K-Wave phenomenon. The road features art toy statues inspired by K-Pop bands, such as SNSD, EXO, and TVXQ, while terminals next to shops help you find the fashion shops and restaurants frequented by celebrities. Moreover, the schools attended by the celebrities, houses in which they used to live, and other spots that capture their stories can also be found on this street.

Jeonpo Café Street (전포카페거리)

2024-10-30

Jeonpo-daero 209beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan

Jeonpo Café Street is a unique and vibrant street lined with diverse cafés. From specialty coffee shops to dessert cafés, bakeries, and brunch spots, visitors can choose from a wide range of options to suit their preferences. Many cafés in the area utilize various spaces, including renovated houses, factories, and warehouses, offering plenty of attractions and enjoyment. Additionally, the Jeonpo Café Street Festival takes place annually in October, adding to the lively atmosphere of the area.

The Children’s Museum of the National Folk Museum of Korea (국립민속박물관&국립민속박물관 어린이박물관)

2024-03-04

37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Children’s Museum of the National Folk Museum of Korea, located within Gyeongbokgung Palace, showcases artifacts related to Korean traditional culture. This interactive museum allows children to experience and learn about various aspects of Korean traditional clothing, food, society, culture, and games firsthand. Especially catering to children from Asian countries, there is a service for renting items, and reservations are required for admission.

Educational Broadcasting System (EBS방송국)

2024-02-29

281 Hallyu world-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Educational Broadcasting System is a public broadcaster in Korea, specializing in educational content and based at this location. It produces a wide range of programs, including entertainment, news, and children's animation. Visitors have the opportunity to tour various facilities, such as broadcast studios and editing rooms, and can also meet characters from EBS shows.

Eodapsan Mountain Tourist Area (어답산관광지)

2024-02-29

513-2 Byeongjibang-ri, Gapcheon-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

The Eodapsan Mountain Tourist Area, encompassing both Eodapsan Mountain and Byeongjibanggyegok Valley, is celebrated for its stunning natural beauty. The area is a harmonious blend of lush forests and pristine valleys. It features distinctive rock formations that rise majestically, resembling folding screens, and these are beautifully framed by pine trees, offering a serene setting for forest bathing. At the mountain's summit, visitors can explore notable landmarks like Eodapsanseong Fortress and Eodapsansa Temple. The hiking trails leading to the summit are gentle and accessible, providing an easy and enjoyable climb suitable to most people.