The Place Seoul (traditional Korean-style guesthouse) [Korea Quality] / 멀티스페이스 곳 [한국관광 품질인증]

1.6 Km 600 2019-12-05

52-11, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-10-3255-1289

“The Place Seoul” is located in a small alley in Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is a guesthouse made by remodeling an 80-year-old traditional Korean house. The ondol room furnished with traditional beddings is popular not only among foreigners but also among Koreans due to its special ambience. The ceiling of the room dates back to 80 years ago. The rafter put on the roof at the time of construction of the house shows the antiqueness of the house. The toenmaru (a narrow wooden porch running along the outside of a room) that comes alive with the frequent coming and going of people adds to the ambience of the traditional Korean house, with the Sansuyu (corni) tree and vegetable garden beside the Korean-style house creating a leisurely atmosphere. Beyond being a mere place to sleep in, “The Place Seoul” aims to be a composite cultural space whose motto is “the place to fill.” A simple wedding or a small-scale performance is held in the garden during the day. The rooms can be rented for small meetings. “The Place Seoul” sponsors “WWOOF KOREA,” an NGO promoting environment-friendly agriculture as well as the right dietary life, “Slow Food Korea,” and “Slow Box.” As such, the place serves a special healthy breakfast consisting of homemade bread, handmade yogurt, and organic fruits and vegetables. In addition, the toilet paper, detergent, shampoo, etc. provided are all environment-friendly products. “The Place Seoul” is located on Gyedong-gil Road, a famous tourist attraction in Seoul. It offers easy access to Bukchon Hanok Village, which is on the other side of the Gyedong-gil alley, as well as other major tourist attractions within walking distance including Changdeokgung Palace, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Samcheong-dong, and Insa-dong. The convenient location of “The Place Seoul” makes it easy to tour downtown Seoul.

Gaeseong Mandu Koong (개성만두 궁)

1.6 Km 20159 2021-03-24

11-3, Insadong 10-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-733-9240

Gaeseong Mandu Koong has served Gaeseong-style mandu (dumplings) for more than 30 years. The elderly proprietor, who fled south during the Korean War runs this restaurant with the help of her granddaughters. Characterized by its delicate taste, Gaeseong mandu stuffing consists of pork and various vegetables such as Chinese cabbage and pumpkin. This restaurant's mandu is so popular that it sometimes gets sold out even before evening. Typical menu includes mandu-jeongol (hot pot) and mandu-guk (soup). The hot pot is made of various ingredients including mandu, rice cakes, mushrooms, and meat, and serves two to three persons. For several persons, it's recommended to eat bossam (boiled meat slices wrapped in lettuce leaves or kimchi) and Korean-style pancakes.

Galería de Arte Kyung-In (경인미술관)

1.6 Km 2017 2021-03-18

Insadong 10-gil 11-4, Jongno-gu, Seúl.

Es un museo de arte inaugurado el 6 de diciembre de 1983, localizado en el centro de la ciudad de Seúl. Más allá de ser un espacio cultural para los artistas, es uno de los lugares turísticos frecuentados por los turistas extranjeros. En una superficie amplia de aproximadamente 1.650 ㎡, posee 5 salas destinadas a la exposición de obras artísticas, sector de exhibición al aire libre, escenario al aire libre para la representación de eventos culturales, pantalla audiovisual, la casa de té tradicional Dawon, etc.

Siendo un espacio cultural que incorpora todos los detalles modernos y tradicionales, es utilizado para la exposición de obras y como lugar de encuentro entre los artistas. Todos los rincones de este museo ofrecen algo para disfrutar, ya sea el escenario al aire libre, las esculturas que se encuentran en el jardín o las piezas de arte. En primavera y otoño, se realizan conciertos musicales y ensayos de obras con los autores.

Dawon (Traditional Tea Garden) (전통다원)

1.6 Km 18281 2020-02-20

11-4, Insadong 10-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-6305

Dawon is a tea house that operates in a hanok (traditional Korean house). Located in the busy tourist area of Insa-dong, this place offers the visitors a moment to relax and find peace in the city. When seated, greenery and flowers in the private garden make for a nice view while sipping tea and snacking on Korean desserts like assorted ttoek (rice cakes). There are many teas available, with more than 15 varieties, all of which originate from Korea. Dawon's peaceful atmosphere and authentic experience make it a must visit for anyone in the Insa-dong area.

Samwon Ilsik (삼원일식)

1.6 Km 173 2021-04-05

32, Mugyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-3680

This is a Japanese cuisine located in Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul. This restaurant is one of Mugyo-dong's best kept secrets. The best menu at this restaurant is codfish stew.

Bukchonmaru hanok guesthouse [Korea Quality] / 북촌마루한옥게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

1.6 Km 17946 2020-09-10

152, Changdeokgung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-10-3253-8751

Bukchonmaru Hanok Guesthouse is located between “Bukchon Views 2 and 3” on a hill in Bukchon Village in Seoul. This two-storied hanbok building with a terrace, which is rarely found among other hanok structures in the area, offers a splendid view of Seoul. In particular, the summit of a hill next to the main gate of Choong Ang High School where the guesthouse is situated is known as the filming location for the famous Korean TV series Winter Sonata (2002). When you open the main gate and go up to the first floor, a small yard is seen with a group of jars on one side. After entering the sliding door through the yard, there is daecheong maru (main floored room) that features the doors opening in all directions and a high ceiling with rafters, making the space open and cozy. The hanok building consists of two floors – the ground floor is equipped with special furniture, a jar table and a log chair made by the owner, and on the first floor are guestrooms comprised of one large room and two small rooms. The neat and clean rooms are designed in a simple way and have lovely bedding with the pattern of five cardinal colors. Its staff members can speak English and Chinese to communicate with guests from other countries. Every morning, guests engage in animated conversation while enjoying a Korean home-style breakfast prepared by the owner in a friendly atmosphere. After having breakfast, if guests want, they can try on traditional Korean clothes (hanbok) and take photographs inside and around the guesthouse to create interesting memories. The guesthouse also provides a hanbok rental service (KRW 30,000 for a day) and tourists wearing traditional Korean clothes can enter both Changdeokgung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace, which can be reached on foot within 10 to 15 minutes, free of charge. Moreover, guests can enjoy an open view of the area including Gahoe-dong, Gye-dong and even the lights of the Namsan Seoul Tower at night from the roof top.

Pabellón Jungmyeongjeon (중명전)

1.6 Km 2055 2021-04-05

Jeongdong-gil 41-11, Jung-gu, Seúl.

Este sitio histórico se encuentra ubicado por detrás del palacio Deoksugung, cerca del Teatro Jeongdong. Fue la biblioteca real, construido durante el período 1897-1901, por el arquitecto ruso Seredin Sabatin, y consta de 3 pisos en total y es de estilo occidental. Su nombre original fue Suokheon. Después del incendio del palacio Deoksugung en el año 1904, fue utilizado como la oficina administrativa del rey y la sala de audiencia de las delegaciones extranjeras, y también fue el lugar trágico en donde se firmó el Tratado de Eulsa (tratado desigual en el que Corea fue ocupada y declarada protectorado japonés).

En un principio, el pabelló Jungmyeongjeon formaba parte del palacio Deoksugung, pero con el levantamiento del muro de piedra (conocido como el “Doldamgil de Deoksugung”), dejó de serlo. Es una de las primeras construcciones contemporáneas de Corea, pero por el incendio de 1925, solo ha quedado en pie la pared del edificio. Después de la independencia del dominio japonés (15 de agosto de 1945), ha tenido varios usos y dueños diferentes, hasta que en septiembre del 2006, el derecho de propiedad del inmueble pasó a la Administración de Patrimonios Culturales, y finalmente, en febrero del 2007, fue declarado Sitio Histórico Nº 124.

Sadongmyeonok (사동면옥)

1.6 Km 17737 2021-12-17

9, Insadong, 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-7393

A store with over 35 years’ experience that sells Hwanghaedo-style dumplings. The best menu at this restaurant is dumpling hot pot. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

New Kukje Hotel (뉴국제호텔)

1.6 Km 15623 2021-06-07

12, Sejong-daero 22-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-0161

New Kukje Hotel, located behind Seoul City Hall, provide guests with easy access to heritage sites such as Deoksugung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace, cultural attractions such as Gwanghwamun Plaza, Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon Stream, as well as shopping districts such as Dongdaemun Market, Namdaemun Market and Myeong-dong. The hotel not only has unique interior designs, it also has various subsidiary facilities including a restaurant, banquet hall and more.

Yetchatjip (old teahouse) (옛찻집)

1.6 Km 18735 2019-12-20

33-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-5332

Yetchatjip is a famous teahouse that has also been used as a movie filming set. It is a great place to stop by for a cup of natural traditional Korean tea, or the traditional summer treat patbingsu, made with the old way with shaved ice and homemade red bean topping.

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