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Korea Furniture Museum (한국가구박물관)

15.9Km    2025-10-24

121 Daesagwan-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

The Korea Furniture Museum, located on a hill in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, is a special museum that displays items related to Korea's traditional living culture. The museum exhibits wooden furniture made in the late Joseon dynasty by material (persimmon tree, maple tree, paulownia tree, zelkova tree, pine tree, papers, etc.), by the type of space (men’s quarters, women’s quarters, kitchen, etc.), and by regional characteristics. It also exhibits interior decorations, flower walls, chimneys, and yards, as well as ten traditional Korean houses.
This museum operates through a guided tour (maximum of 20 people per group) only, suitable for showing Korea's housing culture that harmonizes furniture and nature. The old household items, “furniture,” are displayed in rooms outside glass storage boxes, allowing visitors to experience a beautiful traditional culture.
Since it was selected as the official luncheon venue for the spouses of leaders of 20 countries at the 2010 G20 Seoul Summit, there has been a steady stream of state guests and worldwide celebrities, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, the German President, the Prime Minister of Hungary, the Prime Minister of Singapore, the King and Queen of Belgium, the King of Sweden, the head of the IMF, and movie stars Brad Pitt, and Victoria Beckham.

In addition, it was selected as the "most beautiful museum in Seoul” by CNN in 2011. The museum also served as an interview location for BTS members, who are receiving global attention. As such, it is attracting attention as a representative tourist destination in Seoul and a cultural space preferred by government ministries and companies. Tours require reservations, which can be made through the website.

The Film Delivery Man(명화배달부)

16.0Km    2025-12-04

서울특별시 은평구 녹번로 16 (녹번동)

Seokparang (석파랑)

16.0Km    2024-09-02

309 Jahamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-395-2500

Seokparang is a place built by relocating the Sarangchae of Heungseon Daewongun, the father of King Gojong of the Joseon dynasty. It boasts beautiful late Joseon-style gardens and three traditional hanok buildings. Here, one can enjoy authentic Gungjung hanjeongsik (royal Korean table d'hote) for both lunch and dinner, featuring meticulously prepared dishes such as traditional porridge, chilled salads, steamed prawns, kimchi cabbage wraps with pork, soybean paste jjigae set menu, and desserts. Diners can also savor traditional liquors crafted by artisans from across the country.

Korea Institute of Radiological & Medical Sciences, Korea Cancer Center Hospital (한국원자력의학원 원자력병원)

16.0Km    2025-11-28

75 Nowon-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul

KCCH (Korea Cancer Center Hospital) is a leading institution specializing in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and research using radiation. It has established an efficient collaborative care system and an integrated multidisciplinary approach to treatment. In addition to cancer care, the hospital operates a hospice palliative care center, offering holistic care to patients. As a government-funded organization, it actively conducts molecular cancer research and studies on the effects of radiation on the human body. With the introduction of PET/MRI diagnostics, KCCH develops more precise treatment plans and leads international clinical research, continuously improving cancer treatment outcomes through advanced research.

First Garden (퍼스트가든)

16.1Km    2025-10-24

260 Tapsakgol-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

First Garden is a large-scale 66,000-square-meter cultural complex facility that opened in April 2017. It features a variety of convenience facilities including restaurants in Adonis Garden with 23 themes, a wedding hall, and a playground. Make special memories with family, friends, and lovers at First Garden.

* First Garden with new, differentiated contents

First Garden has contemplated and researched for a long period to create new and differentiated content. Despite hardships and difficulties that followed new challenges, it ceaselessly carried out research and development. First Garden will be a place where your dreams come true.

* 40 years of commitment, customer satisfaction is the utmost priority!

For nearly four decades during which it has operated its business in manufacturing and distribution, sincerity and honesty have been regarded as the most important values and the corporate culture of loving employees and customers alike has been established. Based on such experience and know-how, First Garden directly communicates with its customers based on a truthful heart and solid content without unnecessary formalities.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm
The Embroidery Flower Bed inspired by Greek mythology and the White Garden surrounded by white birch trees served as the backdrop for BTS Jimin’s magazine photo shoot. Since then, these locations have attracted many fans.

Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울))

16.1Km    2025-06-17

68 Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3672-5945

Gilsangsa Temple is a prominent temple located in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul. The name Gilsangsa means "a favorable and auspicious temple." Visitors can experience temple, participate in Buddhist practices, and even enjoy Templestay programs on weekends. In fall, visitors can admire red spider lilies and wildflowers, immersing themselves in the beauty of nature and finding inner peace.

Taereung and Gangneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 태릉과 강릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

16.2Km    2022-09-19

681, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-972-0370

Designated as a Historic Site, Taereung & Gangneung Royal Tombs is comprised of two tombs. Taereung Royal Tomb houses the burial mound of Queen Munjeong who was the second queen of King Jungjong, the 11th King of the Joseon dynasty, and Gangneung Royal Tomb houses the burial mounds of King Myeongjong, the 13th King of Joseon dynasty, and Queen Insun. King Myeongjong ascended the throne after his elder brother, King Injong, when he was twelve years old at Geunjeongjeon Hall in Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1545. The king’s mother, Queen Munjeong ruled behind the scenes, acting as guardian for eight years.

Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Center (고양 어울림누리)

16.2Km    2021-07-08

33, Eoullim-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1577-7766

Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Center is a multi-complex that ties culture and arts facilities with sports facilities. Oulim Theater provides 1,218 seats for various events from classical music to K-pop, plays, musicals and more, while Star and Sand Theater provides 362 seats for more family-oriented shows. The Oulim Art Gallery offers experience programs and exhibitions. The Flower Hill outdoor stage is suitable for plays and concerts.

Sooyeon Sanbang (수연산방)

16.5Km    2025-10-23

8 Seongbuk-ro 26-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Sooyeon Sanbang is a traditional tea house located in Seongbuk-dong. It was originally built during the Japanese colonial period and was the hanok of the literary figure Lee Taejun. Today, it is operated as a tea house by the writer's granddaughter. The name Sooyeon Sanbang means "a house where literati gather in the mountains." Visitors can enjoy traditional teas such as daechucha (jujube tea) and ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea), along with snacks like injeolmi (bean-powder-coated rice cake).

Seongbuk-dong–Bukchon Hanok Village Course (성북동고택북촌산책길)

16.5Km    2025-11-06

68, Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

The Seongbuk-dong–Bukchon Hanok Village Course is a nostalgic path connecting famous old houses in Seongbuk-dong and Bukchon Hanok Village, divided by the old city walls. Along the way, you'll find historic sites like Gilsangsa Temple, Jeongbeopsa Temple, Han Yong-un’s Simujang House, and novelist Lee Tae-jun's House. The trail also features charming cultural spots, such as the traditional tea house Sooyeon Sanbang and the Seongbuk Museum of Art.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - "Parasite"
The scene in the alley where Ki-woo visited Mr. Park's house in a wealthy neighborhood for expensive tutoring was filmed in a residential area in Seongbuk-dong. Seongbuk-dong, an old wealthy village, has luxury mansions lined up in. There are many pretty cafés and galleries here and there, so it's good to take a leisurely look around. Mr. Park's house was a filming set, which was demolished after filming.