Korean National Police Heritage Museum (경찰박물관)

12.5Km 2021-12-21

41, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The police museum opened on October 14, 2005 to give a better understanding of the job of the police and to offer a formal education to children who wish to become police officers in the future. The history hall of the museum is designed for visitors to learn about the history of Korean police at a glance, exhibiting information on the police force from the Joseon dynasty up until current times.

Visitors to the museum can pretend to be police officers by touching actual equipment and learning about an officer's daily tasks. Visitors can also get in patrol cars, wear a police uniform, experience shooting a gun through a simulation, and learn self-defense martial arts and arrest techniques. Visitors can also go to the museum jail.

Deoksugung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (덕수궁 왕궁수문장교대의식)

12.5Km 2025-07-11

99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
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Deoksugung Palace has held a guard changing ceremony since 1996 after thorough historical research by leading historians. The ceremony, which is held in front of Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace, is a tradition similar to the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace and offers a rare opportunity to experience royal culture. The royal gate is opened and closed at pre-determined times, and the gatekeepers in charge of guard duty and patrols hold a shift ceremony three times a day.

The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a highly recommended event for tourists. It is held three times a day, with each ceremony following the same procedure and lasts for forty minutes to an hour, and the ceremony is free of charge. There are no ceremonies on Mondays as well as on severely cold or hot days.

As the ceremony begins, the changing of the guards commences replete with traditional musical instruments, and exchanges a password for verification. An eight-minute guard ceremony ensues, followed by a seven-minute change ceremony, and finally a patrol that completes the ceremony. The procedure takes a dramatic turn when 18 guards in six official positions beat a drum and bellow some orders.

The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a great opportunity to experience a rare traditional scene. The guards’ splendid costumes, with their brilliant primary colors, are a pleasure to view. Once the ceremony is over, visitors can take pictures with the gatekeepers.

Soonplus Plastic Surgery · Dermatology (순플러스성형외과의원)

12.5Km 2026-01-02

(12th-13th Floors, Mulberry Hills Medical Building), 589 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

At Soonplus Plastic Surgery · Dermatology, we are dedicated to enhancing the unique beauty of each individual through meticulous diagnoses and ongoing research.

For 25 years, we have quietly pursued the path of true beauty, and now, we are reaffirming our commitment to the principles that have guided us since the beginning.
Our focus is on natural beauty, helping you discover and embrace your own distinctive charm—one that is authentic and not influenced by fleeting trends.

This unwavering dedication to preserving individuality has been our hallmark for over two decades.
At Soonplus Plastic Surgery · Dermatology, we are committed to continuing this journey with you, bringing out the pure beauty that is uniquely yours.

Starbucks Byuldabang (스타벅스 별다방)

12.5Km 2024-12-27

100 Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Byuldabang is a cozy space in the city, where the present and future of Starbucks coexist

Byuldabang is a special name. It combines the Korean words byul, which means stars, and dabang, which means a traditional space where people gather and talk over tea or drink. Byuldabang is the nickname Koreans generally use for Starbucks. Starbucks Byuldabang store opened in appreciation of customers of Starbucks Korea, celebrating its 22nd anniversary. This particular store is a Starbucks Reserve store with new concept food items, and is the first among Starbucks stores worldwide to have digital art wall decorations. The images projected to the art wall are “The Journey of Siren.” It is a surreal journey of Siren, who delivers coffee messages around the ocean, day and night. Customers love the story.

DL Plastic Surgery (디엘성형외과의원)

12.5Km 2025-10-23

(4th Floor, Peyto Plaza), 563 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

DL Plastic Surgery is a premier clinic specializing in advanced procedures such as facial contouring and rhinoplasty. Our highly skilled medical team, with over ten years of experience, is dedicated to delivering the results you desire. We carefully plan and customize each surgery, ensuring that the overall harmony and balance of your face are maintained.
Your confidence and satisfaction are our top priorities. To reinforce this, we’ve implemented a surgical liability guarantee system, providing you with added trust and peace of mind regarding your results. We remain at the forefront of innovation through ongoing academic engagement and the latest research.

Note Plastic Surgery (노트성형외과의원)

12.5Km 2025-10-23

(12th-15th Floors, Peyto Plaza Building), 563 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Note Plastic Surgery opened in Nonhyeon Station, between Gangnam Station and Sinsa Station in Seoul, in August 2019, and has just passed 4 years and is now celebrating its 5th year.
In July 2024, the Breast & Body Contouring Center and Facial Contouring Center were expanded and reopened.

Bank of Korea Money Museum (화폐박물관)

12.5Km 2024-03-18

39 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

This Renaissance-style three-story stone building is the museum of the Bank of Korea. The older Bank of Korea was established as the central bank of the Korean Empire in 1909 and has been designated as a National Historical Site. During the Japanese colonial period, the bank was renamed the Bank of Joseon, and the building was used as the main and head office of the Bank of Korea until 2001. The building has been used as the nation’s Money Museum since June 2001 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Bank of Korea. The museum has 13 exhibition rooms on two floors, with one basement floor and two above-ground floors. It holds special exhibitions of various currency and art collections to provide domestic and foreign visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the history and culture of currency. Visitors can learn about the Bank of Korea and the central banking system, as well as how to identify counterfeit notes and how money is produced and circulated. It is also a good place for children to learn about currencies from around the world. Advance reservations are required, and parking is not available. The museum can easily be reached via subway by getting off at Hoehyeon Station (Seoul Subway Line 4) and exiting through Exit 7.

Deoksugung Stone Wall Path (덕수궁 돌담길)

12.5Km 2025-01-10

24 Sejong-daero 19-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Deoksugung Stone Wall Path runs along the wall of Deoksugung Palace. It is beautifully lit and landscaped, giving it a romantic atmosphere even at night. There are street performances and flea markets, and the area boasts many famous cafes and restaurants along Jeongdong street. In autumn, the ginkgo trees and walls form a stunning scene. Close to major cultural facilities such as the Seoul Museum of Art and Seoul Museum of History, it attracts numerous visitors come for a stroll.

Seodaemun Independence Park (서대문독립공원)

12.5Km 2022-12-15

251, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

Seodaemun Independence Park was built on the former Seoul Detention Camp. It was used to imprison thousands of Korean independence activists until the liberation from the Japanese occupation on August 15, 1945, as well as the political prisoners during the political turmoil in the 1960s. When the prison was moved to Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do in November 1987, the area was restored and turned into a memorial park in August 15, 1992 to honor the sacrifices of the martyrs. The park preserves seven prison buildings, an execution ground, underground women’s prison, and the March 1st Movement Monument that has been moved from Tapgol Park in Jongno.

One of the most significant monuments of the Seodaemun Independence Park is Dongnimmun Gate (Independence Gate), which has been designated a Historic Site. Nearby is Dongnipgwan (Independence Hall), originally called Mohwagwan, which was used to greet Chinese envoys during the Joseon dynasty. Today, the hall enshrines 2,327 tablets inscribed with the names of Koreans who died for the cause of national independence. Standing right next to Dongnimmun Gate are the remnants of Yeongeunmun Gate, another Historic Site. Other sights inside the park include the Patriotic Martyr Monument, Declaration of Independence Monument, and Statue of Dr. Seo Jae-pil, who was an independence activist and publisher of Korea’s first independent newspaper. The main highlight of the park is the Seodaemun Prison History Hall, a former prison building that was renovated into a history museum.

Spa Lei (스파레이)

12.5Km 2022-09-19

5, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Situated in Seocho-gu Jamwon-dong, is an exclusive women-only jjimjilbang and sauna that presents a traditional eastern European atmosphere with high-class facilities and a variety of convenient amenities.

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