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Look Optical - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (룩옵티컬 신촌)

Look Optical - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (룩옵티컬 신촌)

3.6Km    2024-04-18

1F, 2, Myeongmul-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Seochon Village (서촌마을)

Seochon Village (서촌마을)

3.6Km    2024-12-02

45 Pirundae-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Nuha-dong)

Seochon Village is the name given to the area to the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a historic village, home to old shops and hanok buildings that have stood the test of time. Korean traditions and contemporary sensibilities coexist within Seochon Village’s maze-like alleyways, creating the unique ambience that makes the district so beloved. One can find shops, guesthouses, cafés, and restaurants in the village.

Sejong Village Food Street (세종마을 음식문화거리)

3.6Km    2025-06-17

Chebu-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Previously known as Geumcheongyo Market, it was officially named Sejong Village Food Street in 2011, as King Sejong was born in this village. The street is full of lively energy and features both long-standing restaurants, also known as nopo in Korean, and recently established trendy eateries. Its convenient location and inviting atmosphere make it a popular place to visit.

Muji - AK & Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MUJI AK&홍대)

Muji - AK & Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MUJI AK&홍대)

3.6Km    2024-04-23

3F, 188, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Design Skin - AK & Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (디자인스킨 AK&홍대)

Design Skin - AK & Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (디자인스킨 AK&홍대)

3.6Km    2024-04-18

2F, 188, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Age 20´S [Tax Refund Shop] (AGE 20´S)

Age 20´S [Tax Refund Shop] (AGE 20´S)

3.6Km    2024-04-23

3F, 1955, Goyang-daero, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Ground Seesaw Seochon (그라운드시소 서촌)

3.7Km    2023-01-17

18-8, Jahamun-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Ground Seesaw is a cultural complex located in Seochon, Jongno presented by Media & Art, an exhibition production company, and designed by SoA, an architecture firm, and Loci Studio, a landscaping studio. Visitors are able to check out a variety of exhibits at Ground Seesaw Seochon.

Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi Makguksu (춘천집닭갈비막국수)

Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi Makguksu (춘천집닭갈비막국수)

3.7Km    2024-03-20

1, Yonsei-ro 5ga-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-325-2361

Located near Shinchon station, Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi Makguksu’s most popular dish is Dakgalbi, which is prepared by marinating boneless chicken in spicy red pepper paste and stir-frying it with various ingredients in a large cast iron pan.  Patrons have the option to ppyeo eomneun dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried boneless chicken), cheese dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken and cheese), and maeundakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken) as preferred. For an extra tasty treat, one can add an assortment of noodles and vegetables to the chicken as it cooks. After fhinishing the chicken, ordering rice to stir-fry in the pan to soak up the extra flavorful sauce is a must-try.  

Boan1942 (보안1942)

3.7Km    2023-08-17

33 , Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Prior to becoming an art space in 2007, Tongui-dong Boan served as a place for rest for travelers from 1942 to 2005. After a short suspension, the place was renovated into a cultural space in 2017 to carry on the historical legacy and provide creative inspiration under the concept of "Boanstay." 

Boan1942 is divided into a cultural space consisting of a cafe, project workshop, book shop, and exhibition area, and Boanstay on the 3rd and 4th floors that offer temporary lodging services to the cultural nomads. Located in Seochon, the center of culture, history, and convenient traffic in Seoul, Boanstay offers a splendid view of Seoul's historical and cultural assets such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheong Wa Dae, and Seochon Hanok Village.

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Ceramic Cafe JOOL(도자기카페 줄)

Ceramic Cafe JOOL(도자기카페 줄)

3.7Km    2025-11-05

11, Sinchon-ro 4-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

'24/365 with BLACKPINK' filming location
This is the studio where JISOO and ROSÉ visited and made pottery in BLACKPINK's exclusive reality content '24/365 with BLACKPINK'. Through the one-day class, you can draw a picture on a mug or make your own pottery by hand. If you follow the teacher's class and pay attention, you will feel great fun even if you are clumsy. Just touching the moist clay dough has the effect of relieving daily stress. Classes require reservations.