Jeongdong-gil Road (정동길)

3.0Km 2024-06-19

2-1 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Jeongdong-gil Road is one of Seoul's most famous walking paths, stretching from the intersection in front of Jeongdong Church to Saemunan-gil Road. The street holds importance in Korea's modern history, with the surroundings serving as a living museum of this. During the Joseon dynasty, the area developed into a residental space for distant members of the royal family, with a palace and royal tombs in the area. In 1999, the pedestrian walking area was expanded by turning the two-way road into a one-way road. Since then, the road has earned many awards and honors.

Hyundai Kalguksu (현대칼국수)

3.0Km 2020-06-16

76, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-9504

Hyundai Kalguksu is a kalguksu (handmade knife-cut noodles) restaurant that has been in the family for two generations (1982). The restaurant is extremely popular among people working at nearby businesses, thanks to the rich flavor of the broth. Anchovies, dried pollack heads, and kelp are simmered for many hours, and then, other ingredients are added: soft noodles and various vegetables including pumpkin, onion, and green onions. The restaurant is famous for the exquisite taste of its kalguksu, as well as for its large servings. Just one bowl is enough to satisfy a starving man, but if you are still hungry, don’t hesitate to ask for more rice or noodles for free. Another unforgettable specialty here is kimchi. You will also be able to enjoy geotjeori (freshly made kimchi) and kkakdugi (sliced white-radish kimchi), which is fermented for about three days.

Orenoramen Main Store (오레노라멘 본점)

3.0Km 2024-02-22

14 Dongmak-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Orenoramen is a popular ramen spot near Hapjeong Station. Their signature dish is the toripaitan ramen (chicken broth ramen), featuring a rich broth made from chicken and chewy noodles. Additionally, their karapaitan ramen (spicy chicken broth ramen), which adds a spicy kick to the flavor, is also a popular choice. Customers can also enjoy additional toppings such as char siu and eggs with their ramen.

CheongKwanJang [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장)

3.0Km 2024-04-19

93, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Hillhouse Hotel / 힐하우스 호텔

3.0Km 2025-03-18

42 , Sogong-ro 3-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-8135

Hill House Hotel is a business hotel at the foot of Namsan Mountain in Seoul. Free internet is available in all rooms, and there is a shared microwave on the first floor. A free luggage storage service is provided for customers’ convenience. Nearby transport links include Hoehyeon subway station, Seoul Station, and Myeongdong subway station, so this is a good base for exploring downtown Seoul. Namsan Park, N Seoul Tower and Namdaemun Market are all within walking distance.

Jeongdong Guksi (정동국시)

3.0Km 2024-06-19

5 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
02-732-0114

Jeongdong Guksi features a rich soup with a clean taste, created by carefully removing the oil dozens of times while boiling Korean beef bones for 15 hours. The restaurant uses this same beef bone broth in their mandutguk (dumpling soup), something not many restaurants do. The rich flavor of the broth combined with the soft dumplings, made in-house daily, is a must-try. The restaurant is also surrounded by many cultural and artistic spaces, making it a great addition to tours in the area.

Namdaemun MESA (남대문 메사)

3.0Km 2021-06-30

2, Namdaemunsijang 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2128-7800

MESA's name originates from the Spanish word meaning a flat plateau-like mountain summit at the end of a gentle slope. It was named so as a vision for this family-friendly mall to succeed with no obstacle on its way. MESA is a full-line store situated between Myeong-dong's department store zone and Namdaemun Market. The store opened with the concept of a "global family shopping mall," selling diverse items that suit family households.

Samseong Bbalgan Yangnyeom Sutbulgui (삼성 빨간양념 숯불구이)

3.0Km 2020-06-16

37, Namdaemun-ro 1-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-6449

Samseong Bbalgan Yangnyeomg has been famous for its charcoal-grilled dishes since 1972, and is especially well known for its spicy seasoning made from powdered red pepper, garlic, and ginger. Pork is mixed with the seasoning, giving it the characteristic red color and unique flavor, and then grilled over hot coals. This is the perfect restaurant for spicy food-lovers or those looking for a challenge.
Other dishes include jumulleok (marinated pork) and donggeurangttaeng (batter-fried meatballs). Jumulleok is made by seasoning fresh meat, whereas donggeurangttaeng is made by cutting the frozen meat into small pieces, and then marinating it. Older adults usually prefer jumulleok, while the young prefer donggeurangttaeng.

The Painters Season 2(페인터즈 시즌2)

3.0Km 2025-09-12

3 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Cos - IFC Mall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코스 아이에프씨몰)

3.0Km 2024-04-23

10, Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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