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Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

5.2Km    2021-06-30

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2270-1190

Korea House Café & Art Shop strives to promote traditional crafts and culture through handmade traditional Korean products. They also play an important role in the production of traditional crafts globally.
The shopwares are created using traditional patterns, designs, and sculptural aesthetics in accordance with craftsmanship that has been passed down for generations. Visitors can also learn more about the culture of Korean crafts at the shop. They also offer counseling for traditional wedding ceremonies.

Seochon Village (서촌마을)

Seochon Village (서촌마을)

5.2Km    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.

Traditional Performance at The Korea House (한국의집 전통예술공연 KOREA 심청)

5.2Km    2024-08-16

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-2266-9101~3

The Korea House has been a venue for traditional performing arts for more than 20 years, presenting various musical performances, court dances, and folk dances such as Pungmulnori (farmers’ percussion performance), Talchum (mask dance), Pansori (a traditional narrative vocal performance), and Sinawi (an ensemble of eight traditional musical instruments).

At Korea House, visitors can discover the diverseness and richness of Korean music and art performance. Popular and nationally recognized intangible cultural asset holders such as An Sook Seon, Park Byeong Cheon, and Lee Chun Hui perform on the stage under director Jeong Jae Man.

yyk [Tax Refund Shop] (와이와이케이)

yyk [Tax Refund Shop] (와이와이케이)

5.2Km    2024-06-27

13, Itaewon-ro 54ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Gallery Simon (갤러리 시몬)

Gallery Simon (갤러리 시몬)

5.2Km    2022-09-15

20, Jahamun-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-720-3031

Since its opening in April, 1994, Gallery Simon has continued to focus on promoting the beauty of modern art. Exhibitions include works from experienced artists as well as the works of budding artists, both from Korea and abroad. Select artists, referred to collectively as "Simon's Friends," have exhibitions annually. The changing collections allow the museum and featured artists to constantly strive for improvement and follow the changes in art over time.

Yangyeon Hwaro (양연화로)

Yangyeon Hwaro (양연화로)

5.2Km    2024-03-05

18 Samil-daero 17-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3210-0808

Yangyeon Hwaro is located in Jongno and is renowned for offering the essence of Korean-style barbecue. Its signature dish is the aged pork belly, grilled over charcoal, bursting with charcoal aroma and juiciness. Additionally, the menu includes various cuts of pork such as shoulder, thin skirt, and pork neck, as well as beef options like boneless short ribs and beef tartare. The staff personally grill the meat for the customers.

Hojil (호질)

Hojil (호질)

5.2Km    2021-03-20

15, Jahamun-ro, 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-764-6822

A good restaurant to visit before and after the tour, being located near Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of the tourist attractions. This restaurant's signature menu is spicy sea snail salad. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Daeo Bookstore (대오서점)

Daeo Bookstore (대오서점)

5.2Km    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.

Kasina [Tax Refund Shop] (카시나)

Kasina [Tax Refund Shop] (카시나)

5.2Km    2024-04-19

123F, 266, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Boramae Park (보라매공원)

Boramae Park (보라매공원)

5.2Km    2021-03-20

33, Yeouidaebang-ro 20-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Boramae Park is a former Air Force Academy site that has been transformed into a recreational park on May 1986. At approximately 397,000 ㎡, the park holds various sports facilities including a tennis court and sports center as well as convenient facilities such as a small zoo, pond, walking trail and more. The 2nd floor of Building 4 has a library that is popular with teenagers as well as Teenager Center where they can enjoy various activities and programs. The symbolic tower of the Air Force Academy still stands as a powerful symbol of loyalty and filial piety.