National Memorial of Korean Provisional Government (국립대한민국임시정부기념관)

2.0Km 2023-01-16

279-24, Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

The National Memorial of Korean Provisional Government was established to shine a light on the proud history of the Korean Provisional Government's independence and the spirit of a democratic republic and to pass it on to future generations. The four-story memorial building with three underground floors houses three permanent exhibits, one special exhibit, Larchiveum, Symbol Plaza, storage, multi-purpose hall, and rooftop garden over a total area of 3,656 square meters, a total floor area of 9,703 square meters and a total exhibition space of 2,240 square meters. The permanent exhibits consist of a series of historic events from the March 1st Movement, which served as a turning point for the formation of the Provisional Government, to the foundation of the Korean Government that succeeded the mantle of the provisional government, while the special exhibit on the 1st floor currently hosts a special opening exhibition under the title of 『The Return of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea』. Moreover, a symbolic wall installation under the theme of "Waves of History" is displayed in the outdoor plaza on the 1st floor of the memorial expressing the Provisional Government’s desire for independence and the dynamics of the past, present, and future of Korea.

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung] (국립현대미술관 덕수궁)

2.0Km 2023-06-23

99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2022-0600

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung] was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The museum specializes in seeking out and researching modern art, exhibiting and preserving it, supporting and developing educational programs, and furthering publications and international exchanges. Located within Deoksugung Palace, the center maintains a unique traditional atmosphere. The museum planned and showcased a total of 38 unique exhibitions from 1998 to 2005. Besides the exhibitions, the center has various performances such as music and mime, as well as lectures or seminars on artists' works.

Ewha Centennial Hall (이화여고100주년기념관)

2.0Km 2024-02-20

26 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Ewha Centennial Hall is a multimedia education center located next to Ewha Girls' High School. Spanning underground and five above-ground floors, it features a gallery, a cafe, music rooms, individual practice rooms, and audio-visual rooms. The Hwaham Hall on the first and second floors is utilized for performances such as musicals and concerts, as well as educational events.

Sulla-gil Yeah Café & Bibi (순라길 예 & 비비)

2.0Km 2025-01-23

55 Seosulla-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
02-3672-1599

Situated in Sulla-gil, the Sulla-gil Yeah Café & Bibi is a roaster café where each bean is handpicked. It also offers a range of wine selections. The café is a perfect place to relax after exploring downtown Seoul. The cozy atmosphere of the café with the added charm of the stone wall visible from café, makes visitors feel at ease and relaxed. The evenings here turn into a music and movie session, adding a lively atmosphere to the space.

Persian Palace (페르시안궁전)

2.0Km 2024-03-18

9 Sungkyunkwan-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-763-6050

Persian Palace is a restaurant specializing in Indian cuisine and Iranian kebabs, run by an Iranian chef. They offer set menus such as lamb curry, spinach curry, and butter chicken, which can be enjoyed with tandoori nan. The spiciness of the curry can be adjusted, and they also have vegan options available. For dessert, they serve Persian homemade desserts like mast (Persian yogurt) and saffron ice cream. They provide halal food and prayer rooms for Muslims.

Busan Agujjim Gulbossam (부산아구찜굴보쌈)

2.0Km 2024-10-15

서울특별시 종로구 돈화문로 35
+82-2-764-2373

This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is spicy braised monkfish. Stewed monkfish is a spicy seafood dish made of fish and vegetables.

Jongno 3 (sam)-ga Pocha Street (종로3가 포장마차 거리)

2.0Km 2025-11-06

12-1, Gwan-su-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

It is one of Seoul's representative Pocha Streets boasting history and tradition. When you come out of Jongno 3-ga Station, exit 6 (toward the Nakwon Music Mall), you will find a lot of food stalls with a crowded atmosphere. There are vinyl covered areas and open areas, so you can choose according to your taste. It is a heaven for snacks such as Chicken feet, Octopus, Udon Kimchi Pancakes, and Rolled Omelet.

Seoul Plaza (서울광장)

2.0Km 2024-06-19

110 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-5640

Seoul Plaza in front of Seoul City Hall is a historic site where the March 1, 1919 (Samil) Independence Movement and the pro-democracy movement in June 1987 were held. It is also a well-known place where tens of thousands of Korean soccer fans gathered together to watch the 2002 World Cup Games. Being located within the center of the city and surrounded by many historic attractions, including Deoksugung Palace, Seoul Plaza has become a representative attraction of Seoul.

Jogui Hansu (족의한수)

2.1Km 2024-10-15

93-1, Supyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2261-0310

A pig's trotter(s) specialty restaurant located in Jongno, Seoul. This restaurant's signature menu is braised pigs' feet. A restaurant serving both charcoal-grilled jokbal (pig's trotter) and spicy jokbal.

Semi Jewelry [Tax Refund Shop] (새미쥬얼리)

2.1Km 2024-04-22

121-1, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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